Southern Ute Police Department, Ignacio Police Department and the Los Pinos Fire Protection District escort the state qualifying wrestling team through Ignacio on Wednesday, Feb. 16, in support of the student athletes. Law enforcement ensures the team leaves safely, and in style, as they conclude the Walk of Champions via CO HWY 151.

State Qualifiers Cayle McCoy, Faye Hackett, Jeremy Roderick, Keaton McCoy and Tyler Barnes (not pictured) prepare for their Walk of Championship course on Wednesday, Feb. 16, beginning at Ignacio High School. The team is celebrated by fellow students and community members before their sendoff to the Wrestling State Championship to be held at the Ball Arena in Denver, Colo.