The 2023 Rumble on the Border Unveils Thrilling Matches Against the Backdrop of the Border Wall

The 2023 Rumble on the Border Unveils Thrilling Matches Against the Backdrop of the Border Wall

Valley View High School, December 1-2, 2023

In a spectacular showcase of wrestling prowess, the 2023 Rumble on the Border unfolded at Valley View High School, strategically positioned just minutes from the imposing Border Wall. The electrifying atmosphere set the stage for intense battles as athletes from various schools competed fiercely in their quest for victory.

106-Pound Category: James Perez Dominates

The 106-pound category witnessed a standout performance by James Perez of Vanguard Academy Rembrandt-Pharr. In the 1st place match, Perez, a seasoned senior with a record of 6-2, displayed exceptional skills, securing a decisive victory over Brian Rocha of Pharr-San Juan-Alamo Memorial. The match concluded with a fall at 3:04, solidifying Perez’s claim to the top spot. In the 3rd place match, Eduardo Chavez of Donna asserted his dominance with a fall at 2:34 over Santiago Martinez of Harlingen, securing the 3rd place position.

113-Pound Category: Kristoff Vazquez Takes the Crown

In the 113-pound category, Kristoff Vazquez of Vanguard Academy Rembrandt-Pharr emerged as the victor in the 1st place match against Tristan Corona of Pharr-San Juan-Alamo. Vazquez, a seasoned senior boasting a 7-1 record, demonstrated strategic prowess with a decisive 6-3 decision. Aiden Tamayo of Brownsville Veterans Memorial claimed the 3rd place position with a fall at 2:00 over Damian Hernandez of San Benito….