The Ballard Women's Wrestling team competed in the Boone Tournament, showing resilience despite challenging matchups.  With a 2-7 record at the end of the day, the Bombers displayed determination and skill throughout their rounds, securing a 5th-place finish.

Round 1: Winterset 36, Ballard 18

In their first match against Winterset, the Bombers faced a tough defeat, 36-18. Key victories came from Amelia Faubus at 105 pounds, who earned a fall in 2:44 over Winterset's Ainsley McLaren, and Evelyn Faubus, who secured a pin in 3:01 at 130 pounds over Bristol Tadlock. Liberty Boettger also picked up a forfeit win at 135 pounds, further highlighting the team's competitive spirit.

Round 2: Woodward-Granger 54, Ballard 18

The Bombers fought hard but fell 54-18 in their second match against Woodward-Granger. Notable victories came from Evelyn Faubus, who pinned Kristyn Crouse at 125 pounds in 3:18, and Liberty Boettger, who won with a pin in 1:17 over Kyly Randles at 130 pounds. However, despite strong efforts, the Bombers couldn't overcome the team's depth and the challenging lineup.

5th Place Match: Ballard 34, Boone 30

In their final match, the Bombers came from behind to defeat Boone 34-30, securing 5th place. The team saw key performances, with Alivia Glenn pinning Averie Strollo at 120 pounds in 1:02 and Evelyn Faubus earning a fall at 130 pounds in 4:47. Liberty Boettger also picked up a major decision, winning 13-4 at 135 pounds over Gracie Vodenik, which helped propel the Bombers to a thrilling win.

With a record of 2-7, the Ballard Women's Wrestling team showed a lot of heart and determination throughout the day. The Bombers will look to improve as they head into the next tournament at Pleasantville on Monday - January 27, scheduled for 5:00 PM.

WINTERSET RESULTS

100 lb Double Forfeit

105 lb Amelia Faubus (Ballard) over Ainsley McLaren (Winterset) Fall 2:44

110 lb Ellie Michelson (Winterset) - OPEN

115 lb Double Forfeit

120 lb Lilly Rinard (Winterset) over Alivia Glenn (Ballard) Fall 3:22

125 lb Jill Nuzum (Winterset) over Esther Wilson (Ballard) Fall 2:57

130 lb Evelyn Faubus (Ballard) over Bristol Tadlock (Winterset) Fall 3:01

135 lb Liberty Boettger (Ballard) - OPEN

140 lb Montana Mitchell (Winterset) - OPEN

145 lb Autum Schwabe (Winterset) - OPEN

155 lb Nevaeh Guion (Winterset) - OPEN

170 lb Double Forfeit

190 lb Double Forfeit

235 lb Double Forfeit

WOODWARD-GRANGER RESULTS

100 lb Double Forfeit

105 lb Amelia Faubus (Ballard) over Gabby Osmundson (Woodward-Granger) Fall 5:12

110 lb Hannah Brandhorst (Woodward-Granger) - OPEN

115 lb Aubrii Simmer (Woodward-Granger) - OPEN

120 lb Grace Sharr (Woodward-Granger) over Alivia Glenn (Ballard) Fall 0:45

125 lb Evelyn Faubus (Ballard) over Kristyn Crouse (Woodward-Granger) Fall 3:18

130 lb Liberty Boettger (Ballard) over Kyly Randles (Woodward-Granger) Fall 1:17

135 lb Sunshine Casey (Woodward-Granger) over Afton Holmes (Ballard) Fall 0:43

140 lb Katelyn Brandhorst (Woodward-Granger) - OPEN

145 lb Lauren Rodgers (Woodward-Granger) - OPEN

155 lb Ella Wilson (Woodward-Granger) - OPEN

170 lb Kelsey Moats (Woodward-Granger) - OPEN

190 lb Jude Stark Anderson (Woodward-Granger) - OPEN

235 lb Double Forfeit

BOONE RESULTS

100 lb Double Forfeit

105 lb Poppy Malone (Boone) - OPEN

110 lb Amelia Faubus (Ballard) - OPEN

115 lb Johanna Meeks (Boone) - OPEN

120 lb Alivia Glenn (Ballard) over Averie Strollo (Boone) Fall 1:02

125 lb Esther Wilson (Ballard) - OPEN

130 lb Evelyn Faubus (Ballard) over McKayla Silbaugh (Boone) Fall 4:47

135 lb Liberty Boettger (Ballard) over Gracie Vodenik (Boone) Maj 13-4

140 lb Emersyn Zehner (Boone) over Afton Holmes (Ballard) Fall 1:07

145 lb Natalie Thompson (Boone) - OPEN

155 lb Sadie Ruby (Ballard) - OPEN

170 lb Double Forfeit

190 lb Cadence Heggen (Boone) - OPEN

235 lb Double Forfeit