LHS' Thatcher Starts Girls Wrestling Season With A Tourney Title

Monday, October 22nd, 2018 11:06am

By Mike Perleberg @mikedup84

Elena Thatcher captured first place at the USA Girls Preseason Folkstyle Nationals.

Elena Thatcher with coach Jeremy Shepherd after she won the 132 pound cadet division at the USA Girls Preseason Folkstyle Nationals on Saturday, October 20. Photo provided.

(New Palestine, Ind.) – After finishing third at the Indiana High School Girls Wrestling State Finals last winter, Elena Thatcher is upping her expectations for the 2018-2019 season.

Thatcher, a sophomore at Lawrenceburg High School, was crowned champion of the 132 pound cadet weight class at the USA Girls Preseason Folkstyle Nationals held at New Palestine High School on October 20.

“She faced a nationally-ranked wrestler from Iowa and a national rank wrestler from Indiana as well as two other wrestlers from Ohio and was champion of her weight class. Was a great weekend of wrestling and proud of her and the hard work she has put in,” says coach Jeremy Shepherd.

In winning the title at the first meet of the season, Thatcher defeated Mallory Chunat, of Cincinnati, by pinfall at 3:18 in the championship match.

This season, Thatcher is a member of the Indiana IGNITES, a statewide team of the state’s top female wrestlers.

Events

Hillforest House Museum
Overlooking the Ohio River in Aurora, the beautiful Hillforest Victorian House Museum was built in 1855 for industrialist Thomas Graff. Its unique shape is said to be inspired by steamboats of the 19th century. The site has been operating as a historic house museum since 1956 and is one of 11 National Historic Landmarks in southern Indiana. Hillforest opens for tours today and hosts many special events throughout the season. Overlooking the Ohio River in Aurora, the beautiful Hillforest Victorian House Museum was built in 1855 for industrialist Thomas Graff. Its unique shape is said to be inspired by steamboats of the 19th century. The site has been operating as a historic house museum since 1956 and is one of 11 National Historic Landmarks in southern Indiana. Hillforest open NOW…Tuesday - Friday, 11 AM - 3 PM (last tour begins at 2:15 PM) and Saturday and Sunday, 1 - 5 PM (last tour begins at 4:15 PM). (Closed major holidays). Available for special events and teas!
2nd Oct at Hillforest Victorian House Museum
One Room Schoolhouse Museum
The One Room Schoolhouse Museum has been completely restored as it was in the 1800's. We are open four tours each Sunday afternoon 2p-4p September and October. It is located 4 miles west of Dillsboro on St. Rd. 62 next to St. John's Lutheran Church (1843) in Farmers Retreat. The historical school and church are both listed on the National Register of Historical Places. Come visit us in Sept./Oct. or by appointment. Please call 812-432-5401 or 812-667-5330. We also entertain 4th grade students for field trips. Teachers please call us at the above phone numbers for more information. This is a beautiful area to take a Fall drive and visit a very Historical Area
2nd Oct at One Room Schoolhouse
Costume Swap at the Dearborn County Recycling Center
The Dearborn County Recycling Center’s Costume Swap was created as an annual event offering customers the chance to share and reuse costumes that would otherwise only be worn once. Last year over 800 individuals used the program. The program saves money and reduces waste by reusing items that otherwise would only be used once. Over 1,000 costumes for adults and children are available. Masks, wigs, makeup, accessories, treat bags and décor are also available. All available costumes are clean and in good condition, with many being brand new. The sizes of costumes range from infant and toddler to adult sizes. Costume Swap even has a small selection of pet costumes. Participants are asked to bring a costume that is clean, in ready-to-wear condition, and free of rips, tears, and stains. To be considered for exchange, all costumes must also be complete with original items, including masks and accessories that came with the costume originally. Those without a costume to exchange are asked to make a cash donation to the reuse program. Shopping times and the number of guests allowed to shop at a time will be limited. Visit dearborncountyrecycles.com for more information. Participants should be prepared with a donation in case their costume is not accepted. The program does not operate as a charity. Costume Swap is open to everyone; it is not exclusively for Dearborn County residents.
3rd Oct at Dearborn County Recycling Center