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12/15/24 - **Recap of the Tom Hill Memorial Dual Tournament!**
By Kevin Handley | Dec 15, 2024 2:10 PM
**Recap of the Tom Hill Memorial Dual Tournament!** Yesterday, the Richmond High School wrestling program proudly hosted its annual **Tom Hill Memorial Dual Tournament**. This event honors the legacy of Tom Hill, a distinguished graduate of RHS, class of 1959. Tom was a key member of the **1956 Undefeated RHS State Champion Football Team** and a two-year All-State Football Offensive Guard nominee. The Hill family has established a leadership scholarship for Richmond wrestlers who exemplify the same qualities as Tom. Here are the recipients from previous years: - **2023** - Kevin L. Handley Jr. - @KevinLHandleyJr - **2022** - Jake Necessarry - @NecessaryJacob - **2021** - Sekaye Rogers/Jack Guiley - @guiley_jack This year’s tournament was sponsored by **Wallace Heating & Air**, and featured a strong lineup of participating teams: - Richmond High School @RHSRedDevils - Warren Central High School @WCAthleticDept - Northeastern High School @go_nws_knights - Franklin County High School @AthleticsFchs - Lawrenceburg High School @LburgTigers @LburgWrestling - Hagerstown High School @HTownAthletics - Union County High School @pats_sports - Monroe Central High School @MCGoldenBears_ **Tournament Highlights:** - **Warren Central**: Undefeated at **5-0**, with wins over Union County, Lawrenceburg, Northeastern, Richmond, and Franklin County. - **Richmond**: Ended the day with **3-2**, securing wins over Hagerstown, Lawrenceburg, and Monroe Central. - **Hagerstown**: Finished **3-2**, with victories against Monroe Central, Franklin County, and Union County. - **Franklin County**: Also at **3-2**, winning against Lawrenceburg, Richmond, and Northeastern. - **Northeastern**: Closed the tournament **3-2** as well, defeating Monroe Central, Union County, and Hagerstown. 🏆 **Team Trophy**: Warren Central captured the tournament trophy with their impressive performance! In addition, Jakari Markery from Warren Central received the **Tom Hill Individual Heavyweight Award** for demonstrating outstanding leadership and dominance throughout the tournament. A heartfelt thank you to all the teams, families, and supporters who made this event a success. Your spirit and dedication continue to honor Tom Hill’s legacy! #TomHillMemorialTournament #RichmondWrestling #LegacyOfExcellence #GoRedDevils #sidklh