Neufeld siblings stand out in Bay County wrestling
In recent years, the Neufeld name has become a staple in local wrestling. Preston Neufeld, a recent graduate, was named Bay County Wrestler of the Year. He graduated in spring of 2025, a five-time district champion, four-time regional champion, three-time state placer and a state champion.
However his younger sister Addie is making a name for herself, too. 'I like to wrestle because I get to be with Preston — and it's fun. Sometimes. Most of the time, it's fun,' Addie said.
Addie, who's going into the eighth grade, is already turning heads. Over the weekend, she won four out of six matches and took first place in the 14U Greco-Roman division.
'Lowkey, I always be making fun of the boys,' Preston laughed. 'I'm like, 'You just lost to a little girl.' Just saying.'
She knows boys sometimes underestimate her, but she doesn't mind. She has become to enjoy the surprise when she wins.
'Sometimes I beat them. Sometimes it's back and forth. But I like it,' she said.
Watching Addie compete motivates Preston to push himself even harder. 'I can only imagine what she's going through,' he said. 'To step on the mat and wrestle guys — it makes me so proud. She's fearless. She works hard through the pain, the excitement, all of it. It's amazing.'
Preston recently committed to wrestle at Doane University, and seeing what her brother has accomplished has inspired Addie to believe in her own future in the sport.
'He always helps me at practice,' she said. 'We even have a mat in our living room, so sometimes we go over moves at home.'
Until Preston leaves for college, he plans to keep coaching and cheering Addie on, not just as a mentor, but as her biggest fan.
'Especially when she wins,' he said. 'It's my favorite thing in the world. Even if I'm hurt, I'm jumping up and down, screaming, 'Let's go!''
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