by Melissa McPherson

Over 500 wrestlers, from 43 different clubs in and around Michigan came to Stockbridge on Jan. 11 to compete in Mayhem Madness, the first ever MyWay tournament hosted by the Stockbridge Mayhem Wresting Club. The club, made up of students in grades K through 8, has experienced rapid growth since 2022, expanding from a team of eight kids who participated in a few local events per year to a current team of about 30 members.

Stockbridge Mayhem placed third overall at the tournament with 18 members placing in the top four in their brackets, seven of whom placed first. These wins don’t come by accident. The club has been working hard since November, practicing three times a week and attending tournaments on the weekend. The effort has been paying off, and many members are hoping to qualify for the MyWay States, which will be held in March.