However, the Montgomery senior rolled with the punches, keeping a clear head and focusing on getting the job done. Two six-point moves allowed her to stay one step ahead from the first period to the closing whistle, as she posted a 17-9 major decision. Then, she’d carry that momentum into her semifinal.

A first-period takedown would grant her the early lead, and the next – a second-period reversal – would carry into the kicker. That second-period pin would advance her to her second straight state championship appearance, one she hopes to make the most of as she looks to cap off her prolific career on a high note.

“After that win, I’m feeling great,” said Furman. “Obviously, coming up with a big win in the semifinals, especially a bonus-point win, I feel ready for tomorrow. Just got to get a good night’s sleep tonight, rehydrate, replenish my nutrients and get after it tomorrow.”

Following her second-period reversal against No. 4 Ella Teufert (Octorara) in championship semis, Furman was able to gain the advantage out of a scramble. She’d made the most of the optimal position and wasted little time securing the pin and clinching her championship bid.

CHRIS MANNING/Sun-Gazette Correspondent Montgomery's Zoe Furman wrestles Octorara's Ella Teufert in the 136-pound PIAA semifinals on Friday, Mar. 6, 2026, at the Giant Center in Hershey.

“I just ended up coming up on top in great position and trapping both her arms, punching half, taking her to her back and finishing the match there in the second period,” said Furman on the sequence.

With the win, Furman gets a chance to right the wrongs of her previous state championship appearance, where she fell to four-time state champ (two-time PIAA champ) Aubre Krazer (Easton). In pursuit of Montgomery’s first state title in program history, she’ll look to make the most of it.

In tomorrow’s 136-pound final, she’s set for a Central Regional final rematch against No. 3 Sayona Harris-Haye (Greater Johnstown). The Red Raider was able to work a pin then, but it did come after a tense affair.

“The mindset for tomorrow is to go out, keep a clear head, know my moves, my offense, stay on it and secure the victory for myself, my program, my community and everyone that’s supported me the entire way here,” said Furman.

Outside of Furman, Williamsport senior Lillian Rumsey also competed in championship semis, ultimately falling to No. 3 Olivia Kearns (Shippensburg) by second-period pin. She’ll look to bounce back and close out her storied career on a high note, starting early in fifth-round consolations.

CHRIS MANNING/Sun-Gazette Correspondent Montgomery's Zoe Furman smiles as she works for a pin against Octorara's Ella Teufert in the 136-pound PIAA semifinals on Friday, Mar. 6, 2026, at the Giant Center in Hershey.

Alongside Rumsey, teammate Malaina Comfort (100), Hughesville sophomore Avery Earnest (142) and Montgomery sophomore Jenna Houseknecht (106) will also be chasing higher spots on the podium, having each put in work through consolations.

Saturday’s action kicks off at 9:30 a.m. with finals set for 4 p.m.

CHRIS MANNING/Sun-Gazette Correspondent Montgomery's Zoe Furman wrestles Octorara's Ella Teufert in the 136-pound PIAA semifinals on Friday, Mar. 6, 2026, at the Giant Center in Hershey.

CHRIS MANNING/Sun-Gazette Correspondent Williamsport's Lillian Rumsey wrestles Saegertown's Leah Sample in the 118-pound quarterfinals during the PIAA Girls Wrestling Championships on Friday, Mar. 6, 2026, at the Giant Center in Hershey.

CHRIS MANNING/Sun-Gazette Correspondent Williamsport's Lillian Rumsey wrestles Saegertown's Leah Sample in the 118-pound quarterfinals during the PIAA Girls Wrestling Championships on Friday, Mar. 6, 2026, at the Giant Center in Hershey.

CHRIS MANNING/Sun-Gazette Correspondent Montgomery's Jenna Houseknecht wrestles Corry's Finley Fourspring in the 118-pound quarterfinals during the PIAA Girls Wrestling Championships on Friday, Mar. 6, 2026, at the Giant Center in Hershey.

CHRIS MANNING/Sun-Gazette Correspondent Hughesville girls wrestling head coach Royce Eyer and an assistant coach cheer for Avery Earnest as she competes in the 142-pound quarterfinals during the PIAA Girls Wrestling Championships on Friday, Mar. 6, 2026, at the Giant Center in Hershey.

CHRIS MANNING/Sun-Gazette Correspondent Montgomery's Zoe Furman wrestles Octorara's Ella Teufert in the 136-pound PIAA semifinals on Friday, Mar. 6, 2026, at the Giant Center in Hershey.

CHRIS MANNING/Sun-Gazette Correspondent Williamsport's Lillian Rumsey wrestles Saegertown's Leah Sample in the 118-pound quarterfinals during the PIAA Girls Wrestling Championships on Friday, Mar. 6, 2026, at the Giant Center in Hershey.