The West High girls wrestling team traveled across town to rival City High for a tournament Nov. 14. In the first meet of the season, several returners made statements while newcomers shined as well.
Junior Xuvia Stevenson started the night at 115 losing by fall to Cedar Rapids Prairie. Natalia Gentiluomo ’25 made it to the fourth-place match but couldn’t finish it, losing by fall in the third period. She finished in fifth place.
First Girls Wrestling Tournament of the Season! Let's have some fun! #iowagirlswrestling@women_troy pic.twitter.com/1Wgl9z1Vus
— Coach Van Dyke (@coachTVanDyke) November 14, 2023
At 135, Helen Orszula ’24 fought through the bracket, getting a quick pin in the first round. Though she lost by fall in her next match, she battled back, getting an overtime win for third place. Harper Chase ’25 put up a good fight but lost by fall in the third period. Freshman Peyten Van Dyke finished off the lineup strong, securing a seventh-place finish.
The wrestlers will come back to the area Dec. 1 and 2 for the Donnybrook tournament at Xtream Arena.
