December 21, 2024
The Schreiner University women's wrestling team traveled to the prestigious Las Vegas Desert Duals this past Saturday, where they demonstrated grit, resilience, and growth. Despite missing a few key starters, the Mountaineers faced some of the toughest teams in the country and delivered impressive performances throughout the tournament.
With a 2-3 record, Schreiner women's wrestling stood strong in each of their duals, finishing 4th out of 13 teams. They opened with a solid win against Pacific University, scoring 32-16, before going toe-to-toe with powerhouse Simon Fraser (19-28), Wartburg College (16-31), Colorado Mesa (3-43), and a strong finish against Adams State (33-14).
Tournament Results:
- SU 32 vs Pacific 16
- SU 19 vs Simon Fraser 28
- SU 16 vs Wartburg 31
- SU 3 vs Colorado Mesa 43
- SU 33 vs Adams State 14
Standout Performances:
- Senior Lexys Basurto led the Mountaineers with an exceptional 4-1 record, earning the highest match points in the tournament with a total of 38 points.
- Sophomore Azana King showed continued growth, also finishing 4-1 and securing 34 match points—second-most in the entire tournament.
- Freshman Jania Dunigan proved her promise by finishing 3-2 with 25 points, making it to the top 16 for match points.
Coach's Comments: "Two years ago, this was my first time bringing the team to the Desert Duals, and I couldn't be prouder of how far we've come," said Coach Mensah. "The dual against Simon Fraser is a perfect example of our team's dedication and resilience. With just two starters missing at 103 and 160, we pushed a top-tier program to a 9-point difference—something we've never done before. I'm incredibly proud of these ladies. This tournament was a great experience and performance right before the Christmas break."
With such strong performances, the Mountaineers are well-positioned to build on their success as they continue to grow and develop their young team.