FLORENCE – The Blythewood High School senior Audra Petroff capped off her career by securing a fourth-place finish in the 155-pound division in the SCHSL Girls Wrestling State Championships this weekend at the Florence Civic Center. The achievement marks Petroff’s second consecutive year on the state podium, making her one of the most decorated athletes in the burgeoning history of the Bengal women’s wrestling program.
After a standout junior campaign where she first burst onto the state scene, Petroff returned this year with a target on her back. She entered the state tournament following a dominant performance as the Upper State Runner-Up, carrying a season record of 40-10 into the final weekend.
“Audra leaves Blythewood with a phenomenal legacy,” the coaching staff posted on Facebook following the meet. “To see what she has accomplished in essentially two seasons of high-level competition is nothing short of incredible.”
Under the leadership of Head Coach Paul Watson, Petroff has been a cornerstone of a Blythewood program that has quickly become a powerhouse in South Carolina High School League women’s wrestling. With 75 wins and a permanent spot in the record books, her legacy is secure as a pioneer who helped put Blythewood girls’ wrestling on the map.
