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State Tournament Interviews
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Texas Shines at USA Wrestling Women’s National Duals – 14U Freestyle
Westfield, IN – The 2024 USA Wrestling Women’s National Duals showcased the incredible talent and determination of young female wrestlers across the nation. Among the competitors, Team Texas stood out with their strong performances, ultimately securing the first place in the Bronze/Copper division. Pool A Results: In Pool A, Texas started strong with a decisive 40-22 […] More
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Team Texas Girl Wrestlers Prepare for Tulsa: A Blend of Talent from Across the State
Woodland College Park Lindsey Spout is guiding Team Texas this week at the Junior Nationals in Tulsa. Assisted by Martin Strmiska, Lexie Basham and Samara Chavez, the roster is full of UIL state champions or finalists on the two teams — Red and Gold. There are wrestlers from West Texas, Houston, Dallas-Fort Worth and a […] More
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All Saints Episcopal’s Tanimoto and Bedford Represent Texas in Tulsa
There are a few familiar faces in the room at Spartan Mat Club in Fort Worth. High school teammates Kody Tanimoto and Brodie Bedford were practicing ahead of the 2024 Air Force Special Warfare Junior National Duals in Tulsa. The two were both TAPPS state champions this year for All Saints Episcopal in Fort Worth […] More
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NCAA Champion Vita Arujau Elevates Team Texas Junior Squad in Pre-National Duals Training
In preparations for the 2024 Air Force Special Warfare Junior National Duals, Coach Ray Bedford helped bring in a pretty big name in terms of college wrestling. Two-time NCAA champion Vita Arujau from Cornell came to Spartan Mat Club in Fort Worth and worked on drills with the Team Texas Junior squad — both boys […] More
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Team Texas Girls’ Wrestlers Set to Compete at 16U and 14U Girls National Duals
The Team Texas coaching staff will be sending some of the top girls’ wrestlers in the state to two different venues for competition this week. The 14/16U girls will head to Westfield, Indiana to compete in the 14/16U Women’s Dual at the Grand Park Events Center. One of the notable names on the roster is […] More
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A Champion’s Journey: Maddie Pena’s Rise to the Top in Texas Wrestling
Maddie Pena grew up watching her brothers wrestle, but it took time for her to get involved in the sport. She grew up watching older brothers Bryan and Alex both wrestle. Both were standouts at Lubbock High School and both ended up wrestling at Wayland Baptist University after high school. “I was around wrestling since […] More
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Greco-Roman Showdown: Texas Gold and Red Shine at 16U Nationals
HERRIMAN, UTAH • Inside of Zions Bank Stadium on day two of the 16U Greco-Roman National Duals, Texas Gold and Texas Red both showcased their talent and resilience as they competed for top honors. Texas Gold found themselves in Pool D, while Texas Red contended in Pool B. Each team faced tough opponents and demonstrated […] More
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Texas Gold Battles at 14U National Duals in Oaks, PA
OAKS, PA • Inside the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center at Oaks, the 14U Greco-Roman National Duals saw Team Texas Gold contend in Pool A, where they faced off against Louisiana, Minnesota Blue, and New York Gold before moving to the placement rounds. Ultimately, Texas Gold guaranteed themselves a 4th place finish after a series of […] More
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Texas College Commits (137+)
Every year, Texas manages to cultivate a remarkable crop of wrestlers who have the potential to elevate their skills to the collegiate level. This year’s roster of committed wrestlers aiming to compete at the college level is poised to follow in the footsteps of their predecessors and create a significant impact. Name High School College […] More
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From Practice to Competition: Texas Wrestlers Gear Up for 14U Junior Duals in PA
Justin Berg feels pretty good about where the Team Texas 14U wrestling team is after a week of practice in Fort Worth. This week, he will help oversee a team of wrestlers from across the state at the 14U Junior Duals in Oaks, Pennsylvania. The event will be held at the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center […] More
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Summer wrestling camps in Texas
Looking to get better this Summer? Here is a list of upcoming Texas camps in June 2024! Below you can find a list of camps around Texas in cities such as: Houston, Dallas, Weatherford, Fort Worth, and Spring! Want your camp listed below? Send us an email, with your camp flyer, to [email protected] Quincy Monday 2 Day […] More
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Arlington Martin’s Isaak Arevalo Secures Coveted Triple Crown; Freestyle and Greco-Roman State Champ
Isaak Arevalo finally got the triple crown of titles he long coveted. The Arlington Martin standout — and now a three-time UIL state champion — won a pair of titles at the Texas USA Wrestling State Freestyle and Greco championships held May 11-12 in Fort Worth. “I’ve been working on this triple crown since my […] More
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Lubbock Coronado’s Tessa Urias Secures Spot at Fargo Nationals with Strong Performance in Fort Worth
Tessa Urias saw her high school season end a little bit earlier than she expected. The Lubbock Coronado product recently made some noise at the Texas USA Wrestling State Greco-Roman and Freestyle Championships held in Fort Worth on May 11-12. She got a little bit of revenge from high school season on her way to […] More
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Climbing the Ranks: Sean Perez Jr.’s Success on the National Wrestling Stage
Sean Perez Jr. decided to head to the NHSCA High School Nationals with one goal in mind — let people learn what kind of wrestler he is. The Humble High School student ended up taking fifth place in the 170-pound bracket in the freshman bracket with a 7-6 win over Gavin Boyd from Pennsylvania — […] More
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The Weight of Expectations: How Dominic Wilson Transformed Setback into Motivation
Dominic Wilson will remember the 2023-24 wrestling season for years to come. It wasn’t because he was at the top of the podium when the UIL season ended. Quite the opposite. He didn’t make it to the postseason. Ranked No. 1 in Class 6A at 132 pounds, he didn’t make weight at districts and his […] More
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Pins & Pole Vault: Mackenzie Blue’s Championship Quest
Article Takeaways: Mackenzie Blue is in a unique position heading into her final year of high school. The junior at Justin Northwest is a two-sport athlete who will have options to do pole vault or wrestling at college. “I will see what happens,” Blue said. “It will be a tough decision but hopefully one that […] More
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From the Mat to the Marathon: Jessica Fresh’s Journey to the Boston Marathon
When Jessica Fresh set her mind to something, she went all out — all 26 miles. The Justin Northwest head wrestling coach — boys and girls — took part in the 128th Boston Marathon on Monday, April 15. While her students and wrestlers were in class, she was traversing the roads of Boston. It took her less […] More
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Texas had 9 All-Americans in the 2024 US Open Championships
The 2024 US Open in Las Vegas has come to an end. Texas had 65 wrestlers competing. U15 had 5 freestyle and 3 Greco-Roman. U17 had 9 freestyle and 8 Greco Roman. U20 had 20 freestyle and 9 Greco-Roman. The Womens Showcase had 11 wrestlers. Out of the 67 competing Texas wrestlers only 9 placed […] More
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Erica Cobos named Tricia Saunders High School Excellence Award Winner
El Paso Americas’ Erica Cobos has been named the 2024 Tricia Saunders High School Excellence Award Winner for Texas. The National Wrestling Hall of Fame announced the state winners of the Tricia Saunders High School Excellence Award (TSHSEA) on Wednesday. First awarded in 2014, this honor is named after Tricia Saunders, a trailblazer in women’s wrestling who […] More
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Angelo Ferrari Named Texas Winner of Dave Schultz High School Excellence Award by the National Wrestling Hall of Fame
Melissa’s Angelo Ferrari has been named the 2024 Texas winner of the Dave Schultz High School Excellence Award by the National Wrestling Hall of Fame. The DSHSEA was established in 1996 to honor Olympic and World champion Dave Schultz, whose career was cut short when he was murdered in January 1996. He was inducted into […] More
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New rule changes for high school wrestling
High school wrestling is set to see significant rule changes beginning with the 2024-25 season, as outlined by the National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS) Wrestling Rules Committee. These adjustments, aimed at enhancing the clarity and fairness of the sport, include a pivotal change to the inbounds rule—requiring only one point of contact within the […] More
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The Final Takedown: Jake Moon’s Uncertain Path to College Wrestling
Jake Moon just wants a chance. The Rockwall season continues to add to his resume on the mat but so far one of the best wrestlers in the state of Texas doesn’t know where he be next year. The senior is still uncommitted and is searching for a college to compete at next year. He […] More
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Texas U20, U17, U15, and Girls HS Showcase US Open Registrations
The annual USA Wrestling 2024 US Open Events take place at the South Point Casino in Las Vegas from April 24-28, 2024. Texas Registrations: Division Style Weight Name State Team Girls HS Showcase Freestyle 130 lbs Anna Vogt Texas Boneyard Wrestling Academy Girls HS Showcase Freestyle 115 lbs Vanessa De La Cruz Texas Boneyard Wrestling […] More
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The Greg Warren Comedy Show – Fundraiser/Gala Event
If you are interested in supporting the Texas Collegiate Wrestling Foundation and Wrestlers in Business, who have helped get the groundwork set and continue to grow the progress of Tarleton State Wrestling, check out the latest fundraiser/gala event with the Greg Warren Comedy Show on May 4th in Fort Worth. Greg is a former Missouri […] More
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Dual Dreams: Nate Jean Sets His Sights on State Titles in Wrestling and Football
In a few days, Nate Jean will be starting his final spring football practice for the Northwest Texans. The start of the second most important football team in the Lone Star State will be on April 15 and when he trots this field this upcoming fall, he will be one of the key players for […] More
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Robinson Double Champ @ 2024 Womens Nationals
The 2024 Womens Nationals have concluded and Texas comes away with 5 National Champions and 15 other placers. Jasmine Robinson once again proved why she is the #1 ranked girl in her weight in the nation as she claims a double Championship. In the U23 & U20 division Robinson only gave up 2 takedowns in […] More
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Kaylynn Albrecht: A Texan Wrestler’s Road to the U.S. Olympic Trials
Only weeks away from the biggest wrestling tournament of her life, so far, Kaylynn Albrecht still marvels at what she has accomplished in the sport in her short time on the mat. The girl who did about every sport she could stumbled upon wrestling in high school and will be competing in the U.S. Olympic […] More