Garrett Morgan Girls Wrestling 2025 Season Recap: Building Power, Grit, and Legacy
As the 2025 winter season wrapped up, one thing became clear about the Girls Wrestling program at Garrett Morgan High School—this team is no longer a developing squad; it’s a growing force. Under the passionate leadership of Head Coach Caleb Cass, the Lady Falcons battled their way through a season defined by grit, growth, and the kind of momentum that lays the foundation for a lasting legacy.
From standout individual performances to a collective refusal to back down from tough challenges, this year’s team delivered on all fronts. As part of our 2025 Winter Season Recap Series, we sat down with Coach Cass to get his insights into the highs, the hurdles, and what lies ahead for this rising program.
Leading by Example: Kenaya Mwehu Sets the Standard
When talking about this season’s key contributors, Coach Cass doesn’t hesitate to highlight the impact of senior Kenaya Mwehu, whose achievements on the mat were matched only by her leadership off of it. Mwehu not only racked up over 30 wins but also earned a conference title and placed 5th at the OHSAA state tournament—an impressive finish at one of the toughest events in the region.
Yet, for Coach Cass, Mwehu’s contributions went beyond stats and medals. “She helped create a team atmosphere that was not afraid to be pushed harder,” he said. That mindset trickled down throughout the roster and helped shape a team identity built on resilience, intensity, and mutual accountability.
A Successful Season with Room to Grow
In the eyes of Coach Cass, the 2025 season was a successful step forward. Garrett Morgan captured a Senate Athletic League title, a testament to the team's consistency and toughness. Additionally, six wrestlers placed at sectionals, with one making it all the way to the state podium. These accomplishments speak volumes about the team’s growth and the increasing depth of talent across the lineup.
But as proud as he is of the milestones, Cass is equally focused on what’s still ahead. “We were able to win a title and get a state placer,” he said, “but the goal is always to do more, to keep pushing, and to bring more girls deeper into state-level competition.”
The Turning Point: Learning from Defeat
Every good season has its wake-up call. For Garrett Morgan, that came during the Lady Longhorn Invitational, a tournament where the team was, in Cass’s own words, “handed our butts.” But what mattered most was the response.
Rather than folding under the weight of disappointment, the Lady Falcons used that moment as fuel. “The ladies responded well,” said Cass. “They didn’t let it break them—they let it sharpen them.”
That resilience helped define the back half of the season. Practices became more focused, intensity rose, and the team began to wrestle with renewed fire. The tournament served not as a setback, but as a launchpad for growth.
Rising Stars and Future Leaders
While veterans like Mwehu provided leadership and high-level performance, younger wrestlers emerged in major ways this season. One such standout was Johanna “Jojo” Bogan, who quickly developed into a team leader in her own right.
Bogan led the team in pins this season and came within one match of qualifying for state—a remarkable accomplishment for a wrestler still early in her high school career. “She really came into her own,” said Cass. “She proved herself on the mat and brought energy to the team every time she stepped out there.”
With Bogan returning next season and hungry for more, Garrett Morgan has a potential state contender already in the chamber.
Mental Toughness and Team Chemistry
Whether it was bouncing back from a tough loss or navigating the physical toll of a demanding schedule, this year's squad showed a remarkable ability to handle adversity. Coach Cass made it clear that mental toughness became one of the team’s defining traits.
“They worked hard, using those moments as fuel versus water,” he said. The idea was to treat challenges as accelerants, not extinguishers—pushing forward with greater urgency rather than backing off.
This mindset, combined with strong internal leadership from veterans like Mwehu and Izabella Worthing, gave the team a clear direction and purpose. “Their leadership provided the team with direction and motivation,” Cass explained. “They led with effort and heart.”
A Promising Horizon
As the dust settles on 2025, Coach Cass is already looking to the future with a sense of urgency and excitement. With most of the roster returning, including rising stars like Bogan, the program is positioned to build on this year’s successes and aim even higher.
“The potential and dedication of our returning players is what excites me the most,” Cass said. “Especially with summer wrestling opportunities ahead.”
Plans are already underway for offseason training, which will include camps, conditioning, and technical development—key ingredients in turning promise into performance.
Offseason Goals: Strength, Size, and Skill
When asked about the program’s top offseason goals, Cass’s response is focused and clear: get stronger, add athletes, and expand the team’s moveset.
Wrestling is a sport where power, technique, and mental edge all intersect. Improving strength will help the girls finish tough matches, while a broader skillset will allow them to adapt and dominate against a wider variety of opponents. Recruiting new talent is also critical to maintaining momentum and creating competitive practices.
“We’re actively looking for more athletes,” said Cass. “And we’re going to grow our ladies’ moveset to keep them versatile and dangerous.”
Tracking the Team
For those who want to stay updated with Garrett Morgan Girls Wrestling, Coach Cass encourages fans and community members to follow the team’s stats and progress, though the specific tracking platform wasn’t mentioned, many area schools utilize resources like TrackWrestling or the OHSAA website
But even without logging onto a website, the impact of this team is clear within the hallways of Garrett Morgan. These athletes are not only elevating the wrestling program—they’re redefining what it means to compete, lead, and grow as a team.
Final Thoughts
The 2025 season marked a pivotal chapter for the Lady Falcons of Garrett Morgan High School. Led by a pair of inspirational seniors, fueled by a wave of rising talent, and grounded in a culture of discipline and drive, this team has proven they’re more than just competitors—they’re builders of something greater.
With momentum on their side and a coach who’s committed to pushing them every step of the way, the future of Garrett Morgan Girls Wrestling is bright, bold, and just getting started.
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