Lynchburg, VA - The Chokers traveled east to participate in the NCWA National Duals last weekend and came away with a 1-1 record. The team took on the University of Central Florida in round one and dominated with a 53-6 victory. The Chokers then matched up with the returning national champions and current number one team Liberty University. The dual didn't go well for the Chokers and were defeated 50-12.
The first day of competition determined the following days brackets. By splitting the days duals it gave the team a guaranteed finish in the top four and an opportunity for a potential rematch against Liberty. This chance did not materialize for one of the GHC wrestlers had a positive test after the next days weigh in and the Chokers reluctantly had to pull out of the event and forfeit their last two matches settling for 4th place.
Top performers for the Chokers were
Saul Rocha,
Colton Duncan and
Ryan Cummings who all went 2-0.
The Chokers next competition will be a rescheduled event against Big Bend CC at Moses Lake, WA followed by the Washington State Championships hosted by Big Bend. The dates are January 29 and 30th.