The 2025-2026 girls wrestling season is underway this week. Here are previews of teams from around the Kane County Chronicle area.

Batavia

Coach: Scott Bayer

Top returners: Lily Enos, jr., (100)

Top newcomers: TBD

Worth noting: The Bulldogs are coming off a season in which they won a regional title for the first time. Coach Scott Bayer is the reigning Illinois Wrestling Coaches and Officials Association (IWCOA) Coach of the Year. Lily Enos had a program-record 45 wins last year while taking fifth in the state at 100 pounds. She’s back to lead the Bulldogs.

Burlington Central

Coach: Andrew Brown (second season)

Top returners: Melanie Granda, sr., 105 pounds

Key newcomers: Allison Leffew, jr., 110; Ella Habib, jr., 140

Worth noting: Granda was a sectional qualifier last yea

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