Missouri Wrestling
The Midwest Materials Seneca JV Tournament, a pivotal event in the junior varsity wrestling calendar, recently concluded with mixed results for McDonald County. The tournament saw young athletes from various schools compete, showcasing their wrestling prowess and team spirit. Here’s a breakdown of McDonald County’s performance:
JV 126 and JV 126B – A Tough Outing
- Tucker Holcomb (JV 126) faced a challenging tournament, ending without any team points. Holcomb’s tournament run included a fall defeat to Andy Martin (Republic) and Alan Pendergrass (Nevada), alongside a bye in the consolation round.
- Roland Wardlaw (JV 126B), however, added 4.0 team points. Wardlaw secured a victory over Ryan Busby (Seneca) but suffered defeats against Logan Fleeman (Marshfield) and Clan Tare (HarBer).
JV 138 and JV 138B – A Quest for Points
- Landon Nave (JV 138) had a tough time, forfeiting his matches against Asher Wright (Parkview) and Jacob Close (Joplin), and thus couldn’t score any points.
- Declyn Jones (JV 138B) showed resilience, earning 1.0 team point. Jones won over Caleb Jameson (Frontenac) but faced defeats against Rylan Relph (Frontenac) and Isaac Hamm (Frontenac).
JV 144 and JV 144B – The Battle for the Top
- Matthew Muehlebach (JV 144) shined by securing 4th place with 15.0 team points. His journey included victories over Nelson Cun-Lopez (Carthage) and Connor Johnson (Marshfield), although he fell short in the semifinal and 3rd place match.
- Timothy Mills (JV 144B), mirroring Muehlebach’s achievement, also placed 4th, contributing 13.0 team points. Mills marked a win over Colton Williams (Hillcrest) but was defeated by Andrew Tofflemire (Kickapoo) and Peyton Yates (Republic).
JV 150 and JV 157 – A Mix of Triumphs and Setbacks
- Tanner Casey (JV 150) had a challenging tournament, scoring 3.0 team points. Casey secured a victory over Grant Ray (Hollister) but was defeated by Caymen Cornelison (Aurora) and Joseph Justice (Carthage).
- Robert Muehlebach (JV 157) replicated the 4th-place achievement, adding 13.0 team points. His victories included a win over Ethan Baltz (Kickapoo), but he faced defeats in the semifinal and 3rd place match.
JV 175 and JV 285 – Searching for Success
- Kayden Bruneau (JV 175) struggled to make an impact, with defeats from Andrew Esterline (Joplin) and Keagan Skaggs (Nevada).
- Damen Soloman (JV 285) also found the tournament challenging, facing defeats from Caleb Dailey (Glendale) and Allen Santizo (Joplin).
Conclusion
The Midwest Materials Seneca JV Tournament proved both challenging and rewarding for McDonald County. While some wrestlers struggled, others shone, showcasing the potential and resilience inherent in the team. This tournament not only provided valuable experience for the young athletes but also highlighted the competitive spirit of junior varsity wrestling. As these athletes continue to grow and develop, the future of McDonald County’s wrestling program looks bright and promising.
