The Haines High School wrestling team features two returning state qualifiers on a 10-grappler squad that opens its season this weekend in Metlakatla.
Junior Kai Hays (160 pounds) and sophomore Charlie Bower (106 pounds) both advanced to state last year, with Hays picking up one win at the elite competition.
Coach Dennis Durr said Hays again will wrestle at 160 pounds, and Bower has moved up to 120 pounds.
The team loses one state qualifier,…