The Normans defeated the Vikings on April 23.
Starting in a tie up, Junior Ivan Reylyanu, starts the first round of the match against the SAMO High Vikings. Walking off the mat, Reylyanu winces from abdominal pain resulting from his round. Reflecting on his match Reylyanu puts on his sweats. Looking for a craddle, Senior Koby Kranis swings the momentum back in the Norman’s favor with a win in his round. After losing his match, Reylyanu looks on as Kranis beats SAMO High Vikings Controlling his opponent Senior Ben Maizes celebrates both a win and his birthday on April 23. Senior Vernon Tucker grimaces in pain as his opponent takes him to the floor. Portable wrestling mats fly off the field against the spring wind. Senior Souroosh Mohammadi lays down after one of the longest lasting matches of the day. Gaining a top position on his opponent, Senior Garret Volk obtains a point for the Normans. Looking to set up a shot Sophomore Andrew Villaflor attempts to throw his opponent off the mat. Fighting off a takedown, Villaflor attempts to throw his opponent on the mat. With twenty more seconds on the clock, the SAMO High Vikings swings the round to their favor.
Nathaniel Gamboa Watchtower photo editor