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Copley senior wrestling standout Sam Wheeler (left), with coach Jim Dies, is trying to become the third individual state champion in the Indians' history. Wheeler is wrestling in the championship semifinals of the Lorain Div. I District Sunday.

COLUMBUS -- Copley junior Samuel Wheeler lost a 9-3 decision in the 171-pound finals at the OHSAA Wrestling Championship on Saturday at Value City Arena.

Wheeler's final season record is 53-1 and includes Dies Memorial, Suburban League, Sectional, and District titles.

His opponent Josh Demas of Westerville North completed his season 47-1.

Copley junior 140-pounder Jon Garrison (39-9) won one and lost two at the state meet.