Boulder High's wrestling team began the season on a positive note, competing in two events and having success in both. The Panthers posted a 45-30 victory against Niwot High School on December 5th and followed up with a 7th-place finish at the Mike Stanley Tournament on December 7th.
Dual Victory over Niwot High School
In their season opener, Boulder High defeated Niwot High School on the road. The Panthers secured several key wins in contested matches, building a lead that held up despite forfeiting three bouts.
Full Match Results:
| Weight |
Wrestlers |
Result |
Team Points |
| 106 |
Ollie Reynolds def. Caden Corcoran-Schacht |
Fall at 1:23 |
Boulder: 6 |
| 113 |
Liam Hembury def. Fransisco Ibara |
Fall at 0:24 |
Boulder: 6 |
| 120 |
Milo Mowen def. Tadan Helm |
Fall at 0:37 |
Boulder: 6 |
| 126 |
Armondo Montano (Niwot) wins by forfeit |
- |
Niwot: 6 |
| 132 |
Tegan Sloan def. Adam Shoning |
Fall at 0:59 |
Boulder: 6 |
| 138 |
Jack Blankenship (Niwot) wins by forfeit |
- |
Niwot: 6 |
| 144 |
Ryder Evans (Niwot) def. Beau Pryor |
Fall at 1:36 |
Niwot: 6 |
| 150 |
Isaac Wing def. Winston Richards |
Fall at 0:43 |
Boulder: 6 |
| 157 |
Johanan Ramirez Alpizar def. Hikaru Johnson |
Fall at 1:26 |
Boulder: 6 |
| 165 |
Alex Smith def. Lucas Menza |
Decision, 6-3 |
Boulder: 3 |
| 175 |
Austin McFarlin (Niwot) wins by forfeit |
- |
Niwot: 6 |
| 190 |
Lucas Edwards def. Martin Rutherford |
Fall at 1:27 |
Boulder: 6 |
| 215 |
Max Burke Bedell (Niwot) wins by forfeit |
- |
Niwot: 6 |
| 285 |
Double Forfeit |
- |
- |
Key Takeaways:
- Boulder's Dominance: Boulder secured seven wins by fall, quickly gaining the upper hand in team scoring.
- Strong Individual Performances: Standout victories by wrestlers such as Ollie Reynolds (106 lbs.), Liam Hembury (113 lbs.), and Milo Mowen (120 lbs.) set the tone for Boulder.
- Close Bouts: Alex Smith's narrow 6-3 decision at 165 pounds proved pivotal in maintaining Boulder's lead.
Despite forfeiting three matches, Boulder's ability to win critical bouts in decisive fashion ensured the victory. The team showcased a strong start to what promises to be an exciting season.
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Boulder Takes 7th at Mike Stanley Tournament
Boulder High followed their dual win with a steady showing at the Mike Stanley Tournament, finishing in 7th place. Several wrestlers had notable results, earning points that contributed to the team's placement.
Notable Results:
• 150 lbs. – Isaac Wing: Placed 3rd, pinning Lucas Anson (Skyline Falcons) in the third-place match (Fall 3:00).
• 165 lbs. – Alex Smith: Took 3rd place with a pin over Curley Gabriel (Northfield) in just one minute during the third-place match (Fall 1:00).
• 190 lbs. – Lucas Edwards: Earned 2nd place after reaching the finals but was defeated by Jovanny Mendoza (Skyline Falcons) (Fall 2:30).
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Looking Ahead
Boulder High's wrestlers are off to a steady start, combining a dual meet win with a solid performance in tournament competition. The team's next meet is scheduled for December 12 at 6:00 PM at Boulder High School, where they will face Horizon. The Panthers aim to build on their early season momentum.
