Wrestling changed Mercy McIntyre's life; Jacks prepare for individual state tournament

Feb. 24—BEMIDJI — One year ago, Mercy McIntyre hadn't even thought about joining the Bemidji High School girls wrestling team. Now, she'll be representing the Lumberjacks in the heavyweight class in the state tournament. It's a surreal transition for the junior who hadn't stepped onto a wrestling mat until just a few months ago. She was looking to get into a new sport last summer, but didn't ...