Jessica Medina (Pomona, CA) represented Cumberlands in the 51 kg weight class. Medina was pinned in the second period of the consolation finals, finishing in fourth place. Only a sophomore, Medina has a chance to improve on her finish in the future.
Junior Othella Lucas (San Diego, CA) finished fourth at 59 kg after falling to her opponent in the consolation finals. Lucas, sponsored by NYAC, hopes to continue to improve throughout her senior year as a Patriot.
Alaina Berube (Escanaba, MI), also sponsored by NYAC, finished third in the 63 kg division. Berube won her consolation finals match 3-0, 3-1 to claim a bronze medal. Next season, Berube will strive to conclude her college career with a national title.
Krisha Childress (Goddard, KS) also wrestled in the 63 kg weight class. Finishing eighth, the freshman has three years left to improve.
NYAC also sponsored sophomore Heather Martin (Wellington, OH). Martin defeated her opponent by tech fall in the consolation finals. After only two years on the college scene, Martin has much to look forward to.
Shelly Ruberg (Harrison, OH) completed her college career with a sixth place finish. Ruberg represented Cumberlands at 67 kg.
Tabetha Golt (Chesapeake, VA) finished the tournament with a fifth place medal in the 72 kg weight class. Golt, only a sophomore, will continue to improve throughout her college career.
These seven ladies have qualified to compete at World Team Trials. World Team Trials for women's freestyle are set for June 30, 2006 at the Colorado Springs Christian School in Colorado Springs, Colo.
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