Eric Stewart (sp?) from Smith Center was a 4x runner-up in the mid 80's.

Mike Porsch from Hoxie beat the eventual 4A & 3A state champs - Trevor Squibb of Colby and JD Hand of Norton - earlier in the season as a sophomore but got beat out in the consolation semi-finals at state (back when only the top 4 earned honors). Placed 2nd as a junior - lost to Stefan Hahn of Phillipsburg in the finals. Was the top ranked wrestler @ 155 most of his senior year, but was upset in the first round by Podlena of Ellsworth. He won four in a row on the back side before a loss to Hoffer of Beloit in the consolation finals. A very talented wrestler with great strength, quickness and balance. Also had a relentless work ethic. Unfortunately, it just never came together for him at state.