Sometimes, Evan Reed has to remind himself that he is a freshman wrestling on a high-profile varsity program.

Most times, though, Reed proverbially goes with the flow.

He has been a mainstay on the Rough Riders team this winter, and he will get the nod at the 107-pound bracket in the upcoming individual district Class 2A championships this weekend at Freedom High School.

Reed will bring a 22-10 mark with 13 falls to the tournament, and he has buoyed himself between 107 and 114 all season. That versatility has helped his growth throughout the season.

“He’s moved wherever we needed him to help the team and has continued to improve each month of the season,” said Roughies’ head coach Joe Russo. “He has over 20 wins as a freshman and has a strong shot at a district medal and hopefully, qualifies for regionals.”

Reed’s initial success shouldn’t be a surprise. His father, Jon, was a standout wrestler for the Roughies and a 1994 graduate. He currently is an assistant coach and former teammate of Russo at Catty.

The younger Reed began wrestling at the age of three and has been on a fast track ever since.

“My dad has been with me since I started,” he said. “He has guided me all along the way. But I have had some other great coaches, and I have learned something from all of them. Coach Russo has helped me with some things this year.”

Along with the coaches, the wrestling room has been a positive influence.

“We have a really good chemistry with this team,” added Reed. “The upperclassmen have been really helpful. Gavin Fehr is our captain, and he has been very helpful to all of us.

“We are very confident as a team right now, and we believe a number of us can succeed.”

Confidence isn’t an issue for Reed. Even though there have been some tense moments, Reed hasn’t been sidetracked.

“When the season started, I was a little nervous and anxious,” recalled Reed. “But once the season started, I was fine.

“I lost a couple of bouts at the beginning of the year that I believe I can win now. I knew I had to be better on my feet, and I learned along the way.”

When he stops and looks around, Reed seems satisfied.

“It feels great,” said Reed in reference to his success. “I’m happy with what I have been able to accomplish. I feel pretty comfortable heading into districts. I know I’ll be seeing some guys I have wrestled before.

“I know I have to work on my footwork and also working from the bottom. This has been a great learning experience for me this year.”

Russo is confident Reed can make an impact in year one. He apparently has the right temperament.

“He doesn’t seem too rattled,” said Russo about Reed. “I think he has a good shot to advance.”