Con-Kids Open and Girls Tournament Returns After Year Off

The Con-Kids Wrestling Club is preparing to host its first home tournament in two years after last year's tournament in Concordia was canceled because of COVID-19.

Jeremy Will, President of the Con-Kids Wrestling Club Board of Directors, said the goal of the youth wrestling organization is to give kids in the community exposure to the sport.

Last winter, as the COVID-19 pandemic continued to impact all walks of life, the Con-Kids Wrestling Club faced a season filled with new procedures, fluctuating schedules and safety concerns.  The program altered their regular routines, including canceling their yearly home tournament.

While it was a smart move for public safety to cancel last year's tournament, Will said the cancellation also resulted in a huge financial loss for the organization.

The Con-Kids Open and Girls Tournament will be held Saturday, January 8, 2022 at Concordia Junior/Senior High School.

This year, the Con-Kids Wrestling Club is selling raffle tickets to family, friends and the community for a locally-raised quarter beef, with four winners to be announced at this weekend's tournament.

The registration deadline for this year's tournament ends on Tuesday, January 4th.

For questions or more information, email conkids01@gmail.com.