Panther wrestler has gold medal aspirations

By Gary Van Cleave Special to Great Bend Tribune Next month, Great Bend High senior wrestler Triston Tomlinson will chase that gold medal that has alluded him. “Man a state championship this year would mean the world,” said Tomlinson, who collected his 100th career victory earlier this season. “Not just for me but also for my parents. They have put the time, money and effort into it. I don’t only just want to win it for myself but also for them. My dad (Tyler Tomlinson) and I have put in some hours. Winning it this year will definitely make it worth them late nights and early mornings.” Tomlinson (23-3) is ranked second in Class 5A at 157 pounds right behind Goddard's Kolton McElwain in the...