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Harlan Girls Wrestling Faces Challenge at Quad Meet

Harlan's girls wrestling team faced tough competition at a recent quad meet, finishing 0-3. Despite the challenges, individual stars like Ellexis Stephens thrived, boasting a perfect record. Discover how Harlan's wrestlers displayed their resilience and skill!

Zach Hammer

Dec 10, 2024 — 1 min read

Last weekend, Harlan hosted a girls wrestling quad meet featuring several local teams. The Cyclones faced tough competition, finishing with an overall record of 0-3.

Despite the team struggles, standout performances came from individual wrestlers. Ellexis Stephens achieved an impressive 3-0 record at 125 pounds, securing two falls and one tech fall. Lucy De Groot also performed well, going 2-1 in the heavyweight class, including a decisive fall. Krysten Madden had a balanced showing at 140 pounds, finishing with a 1-1 record that included a fall.

In contrast, Kuemper Catholic and Denison Schleswig each ended the day 2-1, while Carroll posted a 1-2 record.

This event showcased the determination and skill of Harlan’s wrestlers. For detailed match results and performance breakdowns, be sure to check out the full article. Read more at Harlan Insider.

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