The Southern Regional wrestling program is used to the longevity of a typical season, during which the Rams methodically gear up for the team state tournament while preparing each wrestler for the final quarter and the individual state tournament. Normally, it’s a marathon that begins right after Thanksgiving and ends at the beginning of March.

“This season is different,” said head coach Dan Roy. “It’s a sprint. It’s unusual, but we have to make adjustments.”

Adjusting to this COVID-pandemic season that almost wasn’t meant cramming as many matches with quality opponents as…