The Timpview wrestling team honored its senior athletes on Thursday night, January 16th, in a spirited dual against Maple Mountain, but the visiting Golden Eagles ultimately claimed victory in a hard-fought contest.

The evening began with Maple Mountain dominating the early rounds. The Golden Eagles secured decisive victories in the first two matches, taking scores of 20-4 and 6-1. However, Timpview’s wrestlers rallied in the third match, with a commanding 18-4 win to energize the home crowd. Despite the momentum shift, Maple Mountain stayed aggressive, claiming a 5-0 win in the fourth match.

Timpview fought back in the fifth and sixth rounds, earning victories of 6-1 and 14-2, respectively, to keep the dual competitive. As the night progressed, Timpview’s senior wrestlers shone. The seventh round saw a narrow 12-8 victory for the Thunderbirds, but Maple Mountain regained control in the ninth round with a dominant 19-2 win. Close battles followed, with the tenth match ending in a 3-3 tie.

However, Maple Mountain pulled away in the final rounds, securing 9-1 and 8-0 victories to seal the team’s triumph. While the final team score leaned in favor of Maple Mountain, Timpview celebrated its seniors with a night of fierce competition and heartfelt recognition. The audience praised the team’s resilience. “The seniors gave it their all tonight. They’ve grown so much and become tremendous leaders,” Kate Reichner, one of the Timpview cheerleaders said.

The dual marked an emotional end to the regular season for Timpview’s graduating wrestlers, who now turn their attention to postseason preparations. For the Thunderbirds, Senior Night was not just about the final score but also a testament to the dedication and sportsmanship of its athletes.