Credit to Kyra Landers

Noah Brown responds to officials stoppage vs. Palmyra Wrestler at Orchard Farm Quad meet on Dec. 5.

Coming in as a freshman on FHN’s varsity wrestling team has been a smooth transition for freshman Noah Brown. This change is something he’s been preparing for. He had an idea of what he wanted the season to look like and how it would be helpful for him.

“This season will really fit into the goals I’ve set for myself by giving me the biggest challenge I’ve faced of being a freshman on varsity,” Noah said. “But it will make me a lot stronger mentally by facing adversity and challenges.”

Having practiced with older guys for years has made an impact on Noah’s skills and put him ahead of the competition. Many can see the difference it makes when he’s out on the mat competing.

“I’ve been overcoming adversity by putting myself with bigger kids in the practice room to help deal with kids who are stronger than me,” Noah said.

Noah also has a specific goal he wants to meet this season. This is something he’s wanted to achieve for a while and hoping he will accomplish.

“This year my goals are to win districts and place in the top three in the state,” Noah said.

His coach, Christopher Brown, also sees the potential in Noah and is hoping for a medal this year. He’s confident in Noah’s abilities and feels that he’s a perfect fit for varsity.

“He’s been wrestling at a pretty high level form a while, so I think he just naturally fit right into the varsity spot,” Christopher said.

Christopher also believes that varsity has been a positive influence on him overall as a wrestler, and has had an impact on the way he takes advice, as well as his openness to adjusting to criticism.

“His mindset has gotten a lot better about certain things and he’s more open to feedback,” Christopher said.

As a whole, both Noah and his coaches are shooting for a district win and a win at state.

“We’re definitely hoping to make a state champ out of him,” Christopher said.