In a surprising turn of events, 18-year-old wrestler Brendan Johnston from Colorado chose to forfeit his matches against female opponents, citing his faith and beliefs. This decision cost him a higher place in the state tournament, but he stands by his choice.
Brendan was scheduled to wrestle Angel Rios and Jaslynn Gallegos, but he felt uncomfortable due to the physical and aggressive nature of the sport. He explained that his decision wasn’t about equality, but rather about treating women with respect and recognizing the differences between men and women.
While some may question his choice, both Rios and Gallegos made history by becoming the first females to place in the tournament. Rios understood Brendan’s decision but wondered why any wrestler would forfeit after making it so far.
The incident raises questions about faith, values, and equality in sports. Was Brendan right to refuse to wrestle a female? Share your thoughts and this article with your family and friends on Facebook.
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