Lindenwood Women’s Wrestling Claims Third at Lindenwood Duals
ST. CHARLES, MO – The Lindenwood university women’s wrestling team secured third place at the Lindenwood duals this weekend, showcasing their strength against a competitive field. The lions posted a 43-12 victory over quincy University in their final dual of the event.
The Lindenwood Duals serve as an early-season benchmark for the burgeoning sport of women’s wrestling, providing valuable competitive experience and national exposure for athletes. This year’s event featured a range of programs, with lindenwood demonstrating its position as a leading force in collegiate women’s wrestling. The team will continue its season at the Missouri Valley Open on Friday.
lindenwood’s dominant performance against Quincy was highlighted by a series of decisive victories. Malia Martin (LU) secured a fall over Trinity White (QU) at 207 pounds in 2:19, mirroring a previous win earlier in the day. Megan Valdez (LU) opened the dual with a fall against Mackenzie Graves (QU) at 103 pounds in just 1:05.
Savannah Talmadge (LU) earned a technical fall (10-0) against Jasmine Hopkins (QU) at 131 pounds, while Jacinda Espinosa (LU) pinned Madeline Barton (QU) at 138 pounds in 2:44.Madeline Haynes (LU) also achieved a technical fall (10-0) against Valeria Rodriguez (QU) at 145 pounds, and Grace Alagbo (LU) secured a fall over Lillian Baynes (QU) at 160 pounds in 1:42. Alana Duggan (LU) won by fall over Madtyn Crawford (QU) at 180 pounds in 2:57.
the Lions’ only setback in the dual came at 117 pounds, where Alexandra Tchekounova (QU) defeated Ally Jelinek (LU) by technical fall (10-0). Saki Yoshikawa (LU) also forfeited at 124 pounds to Sereena Baca (QU).
