Westfield, IN – The Missouri wrestling team displayed their prowess at the National Duals, showing that they are serious contenders in the national scene. Despite facing tough competition, Missouri’s wrestlers demonstrated their skills and resilience, setting the stage for a promising performance at the upcoming Fargo tournament.

Pool C Battles

In Pool C, Missouri faced a challenging lineup, starting with Florida. The dual began with Alisha Vilar of Florida pinning Missouri’s Caroline Owens at 148 pounds, setting a fierce tone for the competition. However, Breanne Gibbs and Carli Vargas quickly turned things around for Missouri with a forfeit win and a technical fall, respectively.

Despite these efforts, Florida managed to secure several victories, including a technical fall by Isabella Mcfarlane over Nicole Fernandez and a fall by Aniyah Whayne. Missouri’s Jeralyn Spear and Isabella Hofmeister contributed significant wins, but it wasn’t enough to overcome Florida, who took the dual 41-30.

Missouri’s second match against Virginia was equally intense. Carli Vargas and Nicole Fernandez led with strong performances, each securing a fall. The dual saw back-and-forth victories, but Virginia ultimately edged out Missouri with a 39-31 win, despite notable wins from Kylie Dunn and Breanne Gibbs.

Ohio proved to be a formidable opponent in Missouri’s third match, overpowering Missouri 49-21. Elizabeth Madison’s decision win over Carli Vargas and several falls by Ohio wrestlers highlighted the match. Missouri’s victories, including those by Hofmeister and Killian Evans, were not enough to bridge the gap.

Bronze/Copper Bracket Triumphs

In the Bronze/Copper bracket, Missouri showed their tenacity. They kicked off with a strong win against Minnesota, 42-31. Nicole Fernandez and Jeralyn Spear started the dual with pins, setting the stage for Missouri’s dominance. Despite some setbacks, including falls by Minnesota’s Kayla Pastika and Ella Henning, Missouri’s consistency in winning key matches, such as those by Anna Bowles and Addison Brown, secured their victory.

Missouri continued their momentum against Texas Red, clinching a narrow 37-34 win. Highlights included Killian Evans’ fall at 106 pounds and decisive falls by Kylie Dunn and Breanne Gibbs. The back-and-forth nature of the dual kept fans on edge, but Missouri’s ability to secure crucial wins made the difference.

In their final match for the 1st place in the Bronze/Copper bracket, Missouri faced Virginia once more. The dual was fiercely contested, with both teams trading wins. Despite strong performances from Missouri’s Anna Bowles, Kylie Dunn, and Carli Vargas, Virginia managed to secure a 39-32 victory.

Conclusion

Missouri’s wrestling team showcased their strength and depth throughout the National Duals. Despite some tough losses, their ability to compete at a high level and secure significant victories indicates that they are a team to watch. As they head to Fargo, Missouri’s wrestlers will be looking to build on their experiences from the National Duals and aim for national titles. The journey continues, and the nation is keenly aware of Missouri’s potential.

Box Scores Recap:

• Pool C Results:
  • Florida defeated Missouri 41-30
  • Virginia defeated Missouri 39-31
  • Ohio defeated Missouri 49-21
• Bronze/Copper Results:
  • Missouri defeated Minnesota 42-31
  • Missouri defeated Texas Red 37-34
  • Virginia defeated Missouri 39-32

Missouri’s performance at the National Duals underscores their potential and resilience. Best of luck to the team as they prepare for Fargo!

Match #1 Round 1

Florida defeated Missouri 41-30

• 148 – Alisha Vilar (Florida) over Caroline Owens (Missouri) Fall 2:40
• 155 – Breanne Gibbs (Missouri) over Unknown (Unattached) Forf
• 170 – Carli Vargas (Missouri) over Alexa Calidonio (Florida) TF 10-0
• 190 – Isabella Mcfarlane (Florida) over Nicole Fernandez (Missouri) TF 8-0
• 235 – Jeralyn Spear (Missouri) over Mekialla Mauvais (Florida) Fall 1:27
• 88 – Isabella Hofmeister (Missouri) over Unknown (Unattached) Forf
• 94 – Ashlie Schlegel (Florida) over Eden Wilder (Missouri) TF 8-0
• 100 – Aniyah Whayne (Florida) over Unknown (Unattached) Forf
• 106 – Grace Jawulski (Florida) over Killian Evans (Missouri) TF 8-0
• 112 – MacKenzie Allcroft (Florida) over Unknown (Unattached) Forf
• 118 – Paola Ramirez (Florida) over Anna Bowles (Missouri) Fall 2:44
• 124 – Kylie Dunn (Missouri) over Addison Hartley (Florida) DQ
• 130 – Gabrielle Asabi (Florida) over Anjelika Alarcon (Missouri) Fall 2:46
• 136 – Addison Brown (Missouri) over Malia Rezac (Florida) Fall 1:13
• 142 – Julianna Caisse (Florida) over Brylee James (Missouri) TF 10-1

Match #2 Round 2

Virginia defeated Missouri 39-31

• 155 – Ciyanna Okocha (Virginia) over Breanne Gibbs (Missouri) Fall 1:54
• 170 – Carli Vargas (Missouri) over Addison Smith (Virginia) Fall 1:29
• 190 – Nicole Fernandez (Missouri) over Unknown (Unattached) Forf
• 235 – Jeralyn Spear (Missouri) over Unknown (Unattached) Forf
• 88 – Isabella Hofmeister (Missouri) over Unknown (Unattached) Forf
• 94 – Alliya Walker (Virginia) over Eden Wilder (Missouri) Fall 0:23
• 100 – Sydney Branch (Virginia) over Unknown (Unattached) Forf
• 106 – Sarissa Tucker (Virginia) over Killian Evans (Missouri) TF 13-4
• 112 – Mariah Roberts (Virginia) over Unknown (Unattached) Forf
• 118 – Danika Castrejon (Virginia) over Anna Bowles (Missouri) Dec 6-0
• 124 – Kylie Dunn (Missouri) over Kayden Dauch (Virginia) TF 9-0
• 130 – Naima Rodriguez (Virginia) over Anjelika Alarcon (Missouri) TF 18-8
• 136 – Sophia Slaughter (Virginia) over Addison Brown (Missouri) Dec 5-0
• 142 – Brylee James (Missouri) over Peyton Sheffer (Virginia) Fall 0:52
• 148 – Abigail Eggleston (Virginia) over Caroline Owens (Missouri) Fall 0:33

Match #3 Round 3

Ohio defeated Missouri 49-21

• 170 – Elizabeth Madison (Ohio) over Carli Vargas (Missouri) Dec 8-6
• 190 – Riley Alborn (Ohio) over Nicole Fernandez (Missouri) Fall 0:42
• 235 – Deionna Borders (Ohio) over Jeralyn Spear (Missouri) Fall 3:55
• 88 – Isabella Hofmeister (Missouri) over Olivia Whitlach (Ohio) TF 8-0
• 94 – Sara Whitlach (Ohio) over Eden Wilder (Missouri) Dec 10-8
• 100 – Cydni Buchanan (Missouri) over Unknown (Unattached) Forf
• 106 – Killian Evans (Missouri) over Ella Thomas (Ohio) TF 8-0
• 112 – Ashlynn Brokaw (Ohio) over Unknown (Unattached) Forf
• 118 – Carolyn Geckler (Ohio) over Anna Bowles (Missouri) Fall 3:57
• 124 – Kandice Spry (Ohio) over Kylie Dunn (Missouri) Fall 0:34
• 130 – Emma Shephard (Ohio) over Anjelika Alarcon (Missouri) Fall 0:50
• 136 – Kiera Depinet (Ohio) over Addison Brown (Missouri) Fall 0:37
• 142 – Janelle Donahue (Ohio) over Brylee James (Missouri) TF 11-1
• 148 – Rylee Dearwester (Ohio) over Caroline Owens (Missouri) TF 8-0
• 155 – Breanne Gibbs (Missouri) over Isabella Williams (Ohio) Fall 1:25

Bronze/Copper – Missouri

Guaranteed 2nd place

Match #1 Round 1

Missouri defeated Minnesota 42-31

• 190 – Nicole Fernandez (Missouri) over Lily Wolke (Minnesota) Fall 3:18
• 235 – Jeralyn Spear (Missouri) over Orion Hammel (Minnesota) Fall 0:37
• 88 – Kayla Pastika (Minnesota) over Isabella Hofmeister (Missouri) Fall 1:33
• 94 – Eden Wilder (Missouri) over Unknown (Unattached) Forf
• 100 – Ava Schultz (Minnesota) over Unknown (Unattached) Forf
• 106 – Ella Henning (Minnesota) over Killian Evans (Missouri) Fall 2:25
• 112 – Maggie Olson (Minnesota) over Unknown (Unattached) Forf
• 118 – Anna Bowles (Missouri) over Brenalen Fredriksen – Holm (Minnesota) TF 8-0
• 124 – Kylie Dunn (Missouri) over Brandylee Christenson (Minnesota) TF 8-0
• 130 – Anjelika Alarcon (Missouri) over Unknown (Unattached) Forf
• 136 – Addison Brown (Missouri) over Ava Showers (Minnesota) Fall 0:26
• 142 – Hattie Mathre (Minnesota) over Brylee James (Missouri) Fall 1:45
• 148 – Caroline Owens (Missouri) over Davi Seal (Minnesota) TF 12-3
• 155 – Sarah Pulk (Minnesota) over Breanne Gibbs (Missouri) Fall 2:21
• 170 – Carli Vargas (Missouri) over Belle Suchta (Minnesota) Fall 1:17

Match #2 Round 2

Missouri defeated Texas Red 37-34

• 235 – Jaida Kuntz (Texas Red) over Jeralyn Spear (Missouri) TF 8-0
• 88 – Isabella Hofmeister (Missouri) over Unknown (Unattached) Forf
• 94 – Eden Wilder (Missouri) over Naylee Garza (Texas Red) Fall 0:28
• 100 – Audrey Moore (Texas Red) over Unknown (Unattached) Forf
• 106 – Killian Evans (Missouri) over Laila Wetzel (Texas Red) Fall 3:21
• 112 – Ashton Mayes (Missouri) over Unknown (Unattached) Forf
• 118 – Lucy Clarno (Texas Red) over Anna Bowles (Missouri) Fall 1:30
• 124 – Kylie Dunn (Missouri) over Raeann Lowe (Texas Red) Fall 1:36
• 130 – Jordyn Parker (Texas Red) over Anjelika Alarcon (Missouri) TF 8-0
• 136 – Riley Drennan (Texas Red) over Addison Brown (Missouri) Fall 2:23
• 142 – Luciana Alencar (Texas Red) over Brylee James (Missouri) Dec 4-2
• 148 – Autumn Chitty (Texas Red) over Caroline Owens (Missouri) Dec 7-2
• 155 – Breanne Gibbs (Missouri) over Jasmine Vick (Texas Red) Fall 0:53
• 170 – Carli Vargas (Missouri) over Aaliyah Finlayson (Texas Red) Fall 0:58
• 190 – Annalisa Afrifa (Texas Red) over Nicole Fernandez (Missouri) Fall 1:03

Match #3 Round 3

Missouri received a Bye

Match #4 1st Place Match

Virginia defeated Missouri 39-32

• 94 – Alliya Walker (Virginia) over Eden Wilder (Missouri) Fall 1:21
• 100 – Sydney Branch (Virginia) over Unknown (Unattached) Forf
• 106 – Sarissa Tucker (Virginia) over Killian Evans (Missouri) Fall 0:21
• 112 – Mariah Roberts (Virginia) over Unknown (Unattached) Forf
• 118 – Anna Bowles (Missouri) over Danika Castrejon (Virginia) Dec 3-1
• 124 – Kylie Dunn (Missouri) over Kayden Dauch (Virginia) TF 8-0
• 130 – Naima Rodriguez (Virginia) over Anjelika Alarcon (Missouri) Fall 2:12
• 136 – Addison Harkins (Missouri) over Sophia Slaughter (Virginia) TF 10-2
• 142 – Peyton Sheffer (Virginia) over Brylee James (Missouri) Fall 2:17
• 148 – Abigail Eggleston (Virginia) over Caroline Owens (Missouri) TF 8-0
• 155 – Ciyanna Okocha (Virginia) over Breanne Gibbs (Missouri) Dec 8-2
• 170 – Carli Vargas (Missouri) over Addison Smith (Virginia) Fall 1:52
• 190 – Nicole Fernandez (Missouri) over Unknown (Unattached) Forf
• 235 – Jeralyn Spear (Missouri) over Unknown (Unattached) Forf
• 88 – Isabella Hofmeister (Missouri) over Unknown (Unattached) Forf