PINE ISLAND, Minn. – The Farmington Tigers girls wrestling team competed at the Pine Island Panthers Girls Classic on Saturday, showcasing their talent in a challenging tournament. Several Tigers wrestled well against tough competition, with highlights including a third-place finish and multiple pins.
MEET SUMMARY
Farmington's Alexandra Thovson had a strong showing at 112 pounds. Thovson narrowly fell in the championship opening round to Hayden Hawkins of Wabasha-Kellogg by an 8-7 decision. She rebounded in the consolation bracket, pinning Vivian Diaz of South Saint Paul in just 1:39. Thovson ultimately placed fourth after falling to Allison Weinzettel of Hastings in the third-place match by technical fall.
At 142 pounds, Lillian Coyer delivered an impressive performance. Coyer earned two pins on the day, including a second-period fall over Juliet Gilde of Eagan and a quick pin of Alice Nyberg of Hopkins in just 1:10.
At 100 pounds, Lilliane Stevens wrestled in the quarterfinals but was defeated by Adriana Kunz of Triton via fall at 1:14.
FARMINGTON RESULTS
- 100 A: Lilliane Stevens – Quarterfinal loss (Fall, 1:14)
- 112 A: Alexandra Thovson – 4th place
- Lost in Round 1 (Dec 8-7)
- Won Cons. Round 3 (Fall, 1:39)
- Lost 3rd Place Match (TF 15-0, 4:10)
- 142 C: Lillian Coyer
- Win in Round 2 (Fall, 2:22)
- Win in Round 5 (Fall, 1:10)
The Tigers continue to gain valuable experience as the season progresses, with their athletes showing resilience and skill on the mats.
UP NEXT
Farmington returns to the mats on Thursday, January 23, for a dual against section foe Apple Valley at Apple Valley High School. The action begins at 7:00 p.m.
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