BRISTOL, TN – The Emmanuel Women's Wrestling team traveled to Bristol, TN this weekend to compete in the Tornado Duals hosted by #3 King University. 
The Lions competed against two conference opponents in the University of Mount Olive and host, King University. 
 
MOUNT OLIVE – 
 
The Lions overcame an early 9-1 deficit to take a 30-17 victory against the Trojans by winning the final six matches. 
 
HIGHLIGHTS:
 

• In the 117lb. weight class, Evelyne Vazquez won via decision (14-6). 
• In the 131lb. weight class, Isabella Hoffman won via fall (0:56). 
• In the 138lb. weight class, Gianna Anaya won via fall (4:12).
• In the 145 lb. weight class, Gianna Dibendetto won via fall (1:10).
• In the 160lb. weight class, Kendra Heroch won via decision (16-15).
• In the 180lb. weight class, Alyssa Arana won via fall (0:56). 
• In the 207lb. weight class, Gemma Templeton won via decision (4-1). 

 
KING UNIVERSITY – 
 
The Lions continued Tornado Duals with a dual against national powerhouse, #3 King University Tornado. The Tornado got off to a strong start, taking a 21-0 lead after winning the first five matches. The Lions responded well earning the next five wins, three via forfeit. 
 
HIGHLIGHTS

• In the 138 lb. weight class, Gianna Anaya won via fall (2:26).
• In the 207 lb. weight class, Gemma Templeton won via fall (3:49).

 
 
The Lions will be back in action again tomorrow as they compete in the King Open. 
 
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