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ALAMOGORDO, N.M. — The Alamogordo Tigers boys wrestling team secured a decisive 48–30 victory over Artesia on Tuesday night, showcasing depth across multiple weight classes and strong finishes by fall. The win highlights Alamogordo’s momentum heading into the Las Cruces Invitational this Friday and Saturday.
Match Highlights
• 106 lbs: Terrence Armijo (Ala) pinned Trenton Southerland (Art) in 2:38.
• 113 lbs: Fynn Krafka (Ala) earned a fall over Jamison Cornell (Art) in 1:41.
• 126 lbs: Alex Gutierrez (Ala) dominated with a quick pin of Johnathan Corza (Art) in just 30 seconds.
• 132 lbs: Colt Mozjeko (Art) stopped Alamogordo’s run, pinning Damien Montoya (Ala) in 1:24.
• 138 lbs: Cody Phillips (Ala) answered back, pinning Atley Starns (Art) in 2:09.
• 157 lbs: Braxton Norman (Art) defeated Demetre Hinds (Ala) by fall in 1:39.
• 165 lbs: DJ Madrid (Art) added another Bulldog win, pinning Aiden Wise (Ala) in 47 seconds.
• 175 lbs: Cameron Chavez (Ala) battled to a late pin over Deion Loya (Art) at 5:23.
• 190 lbs: Gaven Kizer (Ala) secured a fall against Miles Love (Art) in 2:19.
• 215 lbs: Michael Scott (Ala) won by forfeit against Ivan Chavez (Art).
Forfeits
• Alamogordo: AJ Benitez (120 lbs)
• Artesia: Tristian Shannon (150 lbs), Ethan Valencia (Heavyweight)
Exhibition Matches
• Ali Rigales (Ala) pinned Anna Lee Solrells (Art) in 2:40.
• Katie Dowell (Art) defeated Jayden Mira (Ala) by technical fall, 16–0 (4:23).
• Ali Rigales (Ala) added another pin over Alayna Pederson (Art) in 36 seconds.
• Leila Irvin (Art) pinned Jayden Mira (Ala) in 2:50.
• Ike Husky (Art) pinned Jahdarion Williams (Ala) in 2:08.
• Jayden Mira (Ala) rebounded with a fall over Nadia Aguilar (Art) in 2:53.
• Michael Scott (Ala) pinned Ethan Valencia (Art).
Looking Ahead
The Tigers now turn their focus to the Las Cruces Invitational, where they will compete Friday and Saturday against a strong field of regional programs. The event will test Alamogordo’s depth and provide a preview of postseason competition.
