|
Girls Wrestling Captains Lead the Way at Channel Islands Tournament
 On Saturday, December 7, the Fillmore Flashes showed well in Oxnard. Pictured above is the Fillmore Flashes Girls Wrestling team, left to right: Candy Aguilar, Marbella Arroyo, Michelle Pinedo, Jacqueline Lomeli, Micaela Ramirez, Yoseline Cruz, Naomi Bonilla, Emma Torres, Jasmine Contreras, Ava Manzano, Delilah Cervantez, and Skyla Sandoval. Not pictured: Natalia Herrera, Celeste Juarez, Alexa Martinez, Christine Panopio, and Karina Vergara. Inset, Co-Captains: Emma Torres and Alexa Martinez. Photo credit Coach Michael Torres. By Gazette Staff Writers — Wednesday, December 18th, 2024
The Fillmore Flashes Girls Wrestling team made a strong showing at the Channel Islands Girls Wrestling Tournament held at Del Sol High School in Oxnard on Saturday, December 7, with standout performances from co-captains Alexa Martinez and Emma Torres. Alexa Martinez, a senior co-captain, turned in an impressive performance in the 145 lb. weight class, finishing in 2nd place out of 9 athletes. Alexa demonstrated her strength, skill, and determination, finishing with a 2-1 record on the day. Her only loss came in a hard-fought final match, but she made her presence felt throughout the tournament with a series of dominant performances. Alexa’s success at the Channel Islands Tournament is just the latest chapter in an impressive season. She also played a key role in the team’s dual match against Newbury Park earlier in the week, where she pinned her opponent, earning a crucial 6 points for the team. With a season record of 9-2 and two tournament placements under her belt, Alexa continues to be a driving force for the Flashes both on and off the mat. Emma Torres, also a senior co-captain, had an exceptional showing in her first tournament of the season. Competing in the highly competitive 130 lb. weight class, Emma faced a full bracket featuring 16 wrestlers. Despite the stiff competition, Emma dominated the tournament with a 4-1 record, securing 3rd place overall. She won all four of her matches by pin, showcasing her wrestling acumen and relentless drive. With her strong finish at Channel Islands, Emma now boasts a 6-2 record for the season. Her hard work and preparation have clearly paid off, and she has quickly established herself as one of the team’s top competitors. “Our team captains’ tenacity and ability to stay focused under pressure were on full display,” said Fillmore’s head girls coach Michael Torres. “They have been a huge asset to the team, not only through their individual success but also by supporting their teammates every step of the way.” Though the team faced tough competition, several athletes showed strong promise, with Karina Vergara (135 lbs), Christine Panopio (140 lbs), and Yoseline Cruz (140 lbs) each finishing with 2-2 records. Ava Manzano (235 lbs) also showed perseverance with a 1-2 record. Overall, while some wrestlers faced tough early exits, the Flashes earned valuable experience on the mats as they continue to prepare for upcoming events and dual matches. The Flashes head into the next phase of their season with weekend tournaments in December at Hueneme High School, Saturday, December 14th and at Millikan High School, Saturday, December 21st. The next home dual meet will be vs. Channel Islands High School: Wednesday, January 8th, start time: 5:30 pm. |
