ENID — The expectations are always high for Tuttle wrestling .
The Tigers entered Friday with 14 straight dual state titles and 20 overall since the tournament began in 1989.
Anything short of a championship is simply unfathomable for the team’s wrestlers.
“A couple of years ago, some young kids and parents put it in perspective,” said Tuttle principal and former wrestling coach Matt Surber , who led the Tigers to 11 straight dual state crowns before stepping down. “Their kid knew nothing different from pre-k all the way through that Tuttle was state champion.”
Tuttle added to its dynasty Friday at Stride Bank Center but also made history in the process.
The Tigers defeated Cushing 44-14 in the Class 4A finals, passing Perry for the most dual state championships in state history.
“It’s awesome, especially for Coach Surber and Coach (Bobby) Williams taking over for him, he’s done a great job,” Tuttle senior 215-pounder Cody Abston said. “So just keeping the legacy going, it’s great.”