Kathy Garza-Gutierrez
Mission, TX- In a riveting display of wrestling prowess and skill, the recent duals match between Rio Grande City High School and Mission Veterans Memorial in Mission, TX, unfolded with intense matchups and remarkable results. The event showcased the dedication, agility, and determination of the wrestlers on both teams.
In the Girls 100 match, Jackie Mora of Mission Vets faced off against Veronica Gonzalez of Rio Grande City. Jackie’s impressive takedown culminated in a pin at 1:24. The 107 matchup featured the #1 ranked Vivien Canales from Rio Grande City, who exhibited dominance against Kaylee Rodriguez of Mission Veterans, securing various takedowns and concluding the match with a pin in the 2nd period at 3:08.
Yaritza Garcia of Rio Grande City and Soley Vela of Mission Vets engaged in a dynamic match, marked by a series of exchanges. Yaritza secured the first takedown but faced a reversal and 2 nearfall points in the 1st period. The match ended in the 2nd period with Yaritza getting pinned at 3:56.
Mia Siller from Rio Grande City showcased tenacity against Allie Salas of Mission Veterans Memorial, executing multiple takedowns. However, Allie ultimately pinned Mia in a spirited match lasting 4:30. Cierra Barrera of Rio Grande City demonstrated swift dominance by pinning Jessica Perez of Mission Veterans in a brief 45-second encounter. Jessica Perez also engaged in an exhibition against Jenessa Garcia, resulting in a 9-2 decision favoring Jenessa.
Notably, Dayana Gonzalez (126), Monserrat Benitiez (145), Maite Cadena (152), Lia Gutierrez (185), and Liliana Canales (235) secured forfeits, contributing to Rio Grande City’s overall triumph. The final score reflected Rio Grande City’s dominance with a decisive victory of 42 over Mission Veterans’ 18. The duals match served as a testament to the athletes’ skill and determination, creating a memorable and impactful sporting event.
In this wrestling match report, the boys’ dual started with a double forfeit in the 106 and 113 weight classes. Notably, Joseph Ozuna of Rio Grande City secured a victory by pinning Josue Santiago in 2:43 at the 120-pound class. The action continued at the 126 weight class, where Justice Gutierrez of Rio Grande City won a decision of 13-9 against Jordan Bravo of Mission Veterans Memorial. Anthony Bush triumphed at 132 with a fall at 1:04 over Jacob Gonzalez.
Moving on to the 138 weight class, Ediel Barrera from Rio Grande City achieved a pin in the 3rd period against Nathaniel Martinez. Leonardo Garcia of Rio Grande City followed suit by pinning Nathan Silva in the 2nd period at the 144 weight class. The 150 weight class witnessed a double forfeit.
In the 157 weight class, Charles Cueva of Mission Veterans Memorial secured an early pin in the first period at 0:31 over Abisai Cantu from Rio Grande City. Rio Grande City’s Eleazar Barboza received a forfeit at 165. At 175, Daniel Moreno of Mission Veterans pinned Mario Salinas (RGC) in the second period at 2:41. Joaquin Cordero(Mission Veterans Memorial), state-ranked #3 in the 190 weight class, pinned Jesus Portillo(RGC) in the 1st period at 1:33.
The 215 weight class saw Andrew Benitez of Rio Grande City winning in 0:40 against Dash Tuttle. Bryan Alaniz of Rio Grande City also claimed victory with a pin in the first period at 1:12. An extra match between Daniel Moreno (175) and Eleazar Barboza (165) resulted in Moreno securing the win by fall at 2:29.
The final score reflected a victory for Rio Grande City Boys with a score of 45 over Mission Veterans with 18 points.
