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Walking towards the center of the mat all I can do is gaze blindly into the crowd of at least 1000 people; just asking myself how I got here in the first place. I am competing in the finals match at the 103-pound weight class for one of the largest tournaments on the east coast. There are 55 teams from all over New England and even teams from the South. It has been the toughest six minutes of my life, and am completely amazed I have lasted thus far. I managed to tie the match with John Daneau, the number one seed from Haverhill, MA. As a second year wrestler, it seems impossible to me. Chills roll down my back as I once again make my way to meet my opponent. I am surrounded by hundreds of cheering fans, excited wrestlers, and screaming coaches. An odd feeling comes over me as real