Wrestling, rodeo, and boxing. Once considered traditional boys' sports these high school sports have seen an explosion of participation by girls with support from their schools, parents and families.
Mark Pynes is a journalist based in Hershey, Pennsylvania, with a focus on local sports coverage. He writes for PennLive.com and the Calhoun Times, and his work has also appeared in publications such as the Index-Journal and TimesDaily. Mark's articles provide in-depth coverage of high school sports events and championships, as well as stories that highlight the impact of sports on local communities.