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Photo by Hugh Cox.
Photo by Hugh Cox.
Posted: Sep 21, 2024

Palomar College Triumphs at Mt. San Antonio College Duals

WALNUT, CA (9/21/2024) -- The Palomar College wrestling team made an impressive mark at the Mt. San Antonio College Duals on Saturday, securing the tournament championship with an undefeated run in Pool B and an intense final cross match victory against Mt. SAC (Maroon). Hosted by Mt. San Antonio College, the event featured top California community college teams in a series of dual meets.

Dominant Pool B Performance

Palomar emerged as the top team in Pool B, starting off strong with a decisive 33-12 win over Mt. SAC (White). Highlights included a technical fall at 141 lbs by Diego Peraza, a major decision from Caden Hanover at 125 lbs, and a powerful pin by Ivan Natceli at 184 lbs. Palomar followed this up with a flawless 57-0 victory over Sierra College (RED), showing the depth and talent of their lineup as they recorded seven pins, including a 33-second fall by Zachary Hudlow at 165 lbs.

Championship Cross Match: Palomar vs. Mt. SAC (Maroon)

Palomar clinched the tournament championship in a nail-biting 24-17 win against Mt. SAC (Maroon) in the final cross match. Hanover set the tone with a major decision victory at 125 lbs, followed by Peraza's technical fall at 141 lbs. Though Mt. SAC (Maroon) fought back with pins and decisions in the middle weights, Palomar's upper weights rose to the occasion. DJ Weimer secured a critical decision at 174 lbs, while Natceli and heavyweight Mustafa Farha delivered clutch wins to secure Palomar's overall victory.

Individual Standouts

Palomar's wrestlers showcased their skill throughout the day:

  • Diego Peraza (141 lbs): Earned two technical falls and a decisive major decision, dominating his opponents in each match.
  • Mustafa Farha (285 lbs): Ended both Pool B matches with falls and clinched the final victory over Mt. SAC (Maroon) with a close 4-2 decision.
  • DJ Weimer (174 lbs): Demonstrated resilience and tactical skill with two key victories, including the close 4-1 win in the championship match.

Final Standings:

  1. Palomar College
  2. Mt. SAC (Maroon)
  3. Mt. SAC (White)
  4. Sierra College (White)
  5. Santa Ana College
  6. Sierra College (RED)

Palomar's outstanding teamwork and powerful finishes have set them up as a strong contender for future competitions. With impressive depth across weight classes, the team is poised to continue their successful season as they prepare for the upcoming matches.