{"id":22140,"date":"2024-12-04T19:31:30","date_gmt":"2024-12-05T00:31:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wzbd.com\/?p=22140"},"modified":"2024-12-04T19:31:31","modified_gmt":"2024-12-05T00:31:31","slug":"bellmont-delta-set-to-unite-in-honor-of-gunsett","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wzbd.com\/index.php\/2024\/12\/04\/bellmont-delta-set-to-unite-in-honor-of-gunsett\/","title":{"rendered":"Bellmont, Delta set to unite in honor of Gunsett"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Saturday night’s match between Bellmont and Delta will not only be a rematch of last year’s 2A state championship match, it will also be a night where the Bellmont program comes together with the Delta program to honor the legacy of the late Paul Gunsett. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Head coach Tim Myers released the following statement in regards to what is planned: <\/p>\n\n\n\n

On the evening of Saturday, December 7, #2 (2A) Bellmont High School is set to host #1 (2A) Delta High School. This is sure to be another epic showdown in Decatur by the two perennial powerhouse wrestling programs.\u00a0 Although the duel will no doubt be a battle between these two historic rivals, the two programs will be teaming up to support a worthy cause within the wrestling world, in what is being dubbed \u201cPaul Gunsett Night.\u201d\u00a0
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Paul Gunsett was a beloved teacher and coach for 29 years at Bellmont as well as a well-respected IHSAA State Champion wrestler. (1988 – 135 lbs.)\u00a0 He mentored many young wrestlers and students over the years before he lost his battle to cancer in 2023.\u00a0
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\u201cI will never forget walking into Team State in January 2023 shortly after we lost Paul.\u00a0 I was approached by Delta\u2019s head coach, Cody LeCount with a card in his hand.\u00a0 That card was signed by all of Delta\u2019s team members as a condolence for the loss of our great coach.\u00a0 I will never forget the gesture and it was a reminder of the great sport that we all love so much,\u201d said Bellmont Head Coach, Tim Myers.<\/em>
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On December 7, Bellmont HS Athletics will be waiving all gate fees, but a table will be set up asking all in attendance to consider making a generous donation from Bellmont and Delta fans alike. All proceeds will go directly towards a memorial for Paul Gunsett.\u00a0 Please understand that this is NOT a Bellmont Wrestling fundraiser; this is all about Paul Gunsett and the legacy he has left for so many young people.\u00a0 We are joining together with Delta, as a team effort, and asking everyone to forego their BHS\/DHS apparel and wear black and\/or gold in remembrance of Gunsett\u2019s Purdue Wrestling days.\u00a0 Although our hearts are with our programs, we will be one team this evening in order to memorialize Paul and his contributions to wrestling.\u00a0
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We will be collecting cash or check donations that evening. Please make checks payable to DWC.\u00a0 If preferred, Venmo will also be an option that evening for all and those unable to attend in person. (QR Code Below)
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Thank you in advance for your love and support of Paul and his lasting legacy.<\/p>-Tim Myers, bellmont wrestling<\/cite><\/blockquote><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

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Those wishing to donate to the effort to memorialize coach Gunsett can use the above Venmo link to make their donation. <\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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