Independence head coach Michael Doyle and longtime East Buchanan coach and contributor Johnnie Johnson have been named to the 2025 Battle of Waterloo Hall of Fame. Their selection recognizes their lasting impact on one of the premier high school wrestling events in the region.

Wrestling season is on the horizon in the Decatur area, with a strong cast of returning competitors fresh off state finishes. Fans can expect thrilling matchups, promising new talent, and plenty of anticipation for the battles ahead.

Riley Thomas, once a state finalist as a freshman, was unexpectedly defeated in the 2025 regional. Now she is driven by renewed motivation to reclaim the prominence she once enjoyed in Alexandria’s wrestling scene.