Bradyn McConneha Officially Signs To Wrestle For Appalachian State
By: Jared Barton
North Allegheny wrestling senior Bradyn McConneha has officially signed his letter of intent to wrestle for Appalachian State University next fall.
McConneha filled out the letter of intent on Wednesday, following his commitment to the institution back in December. He is set to study accounting.
The heavyweight division contender had a career high school record of 104-31, including a 42-4 mark this season. McConneha finished first place in the section, second place in the district, first place in the western region and was the PIAA runner-up in Hershey this winter. Last year, McConneha was 38-13 overall, finishing in 2nd place in the section, 4th place in the district, and 4th place in the region. In 2023-24, McConneha was 24-14 overall with a 2nd-place finish in the section and 4th place in the region. He is a three-time state qualifier, placed three times in the WPIAL playoffs, was a WPIAL runner-up, section champion and three-time section finalist.
Additionally, McConneha was the 21st-ranked heavyweight wrestler in the country and was a Fargo All-American.
McConneha was also a member of the football team in his time with the Tigers. As a blocking running back, the senior had four catches for 41 yards and a touchdown this season. He additionally recorded six tackles, including a tackle for loss and a forced fumble as a linebacker. McConneha also served as the team’s main punter this season, averaging 35.4 yards per punt, including three punts that were 50+ yards and four that landed inside the 20-yard line.
