Manhattan, Kansas – The Dodge City High School wrestling team continued their tough early season schedule as they faced fierce competition at the Manhattan Dual Tournament. The tournament proved to be a challenging test for the Red Demons. The dual set-up was an early season change of pace from the customary individual bracket.
In the first round, Dodge City battled Lincoln Southwest in a hard-fought contest that ended with a final score of 45-32 in favor of Lincoln Southwest. Despite the team’s best efforts, they faced tough opposition in key weight classes.
Notable Performances in Match #1:
- Dylan Wainscott (138) secured a major decision victory with a score of 17-7.
- Ramses Ruiz (144) and Gabriel Aguilera (150) contributed crucial team points with impressive falls in their respective matches.
In the second round, Dodge City faced Shawnee Heights in another challenging encounter, resulting in a score of 42-33 in favor of Shawnee Heights. The Red Demons showcased determination, with notable performances from Raymond Hernandez (126) and Guillermo Morales (215), who secured victories through falls.
In the third round, Dodge City bounced back with a convincing victory over Smith Center, securing a final score of 44-30. The team exhibited strength and skill in various weight classes, with key victories from Armando Garcia (132), Ramses Ruiz (144), and Gabriel Aguilera (150).
Notable Performances in Match #3:
- Armando Garcia (132) and Ramses Ruiz (144) secured falls in their matches.
- Gabriel Aguilera (150) displayed dominance, earning a major decision victory with a score of 9-1.
In the fourth round, Dodge City faced a tough opponent in Paola, resulting in a final score of 45-30 in favor of Paola. Despite the challenging matchups, the Red Demons fought valiantly, with notable performances from Ramses Ruiz (138) and Edgar Hernandez (285), who secured victories via falls.
In the final round, Dodge City faced Manhattan, experiencing a challenging matchup that ended with a score of 66-9 in favor of Manhattan. Despite the tough competition, Finn Martinez (106) and Cristian Barrientos (165) secured victories through falls, showcasing the team’s fighting spirit.
