For the first time in school history, the No. 7 Washington Demon wrestling team has qualified for the regional dual tournament. The Demons competed in the Class 2A Section 7 tournament Saturday afternoon at Mediapolis High School. Washington edged Mediapolis. 239-234.5 to take the sectional championship.

Ten of Washington’s 14 wrestlers placed in the top two of their weight class, advancing them into next week’s district tournament at Clear Creek Amana High School. Among the wrestlers competing for a state tournament spot next week includes : Garrett Ikred(1st; 106), David Hora (1st; 120), Andrew Waite (1st; 126), Kyle Anderson (2nd; 132), Austin Hazelett (2nd; 138), Michael Ellingson (2nd; 145), Trey Van Weelden (1st; 152), Tristan Westphal-Edwards (1st; 160), Karlton Skubal (2nd; 182), and Mitchell Huseinga (2nd; 285).

The Demons will host the regional dual tournament Tuesday at 6 p.m. at Washington High School.