Severance Girls Impress at the Arvada Invitational
- Jeremy Carter
- Jan 5
- 3 min read
Severance Girls Wrestling Impresses at the Arvada Invitational
The Severance Girls Wrestling team hit the mats at the Arvada Invitational this past weekend, bringing fire, fight, and heart to a packed day of competition. With three standout placers and valiant efforts across the roster, the Lady Silver Knights left it all on the mat and made their mark on a highly competitive field.
Top Placers: Shining on the Podium
Kailey McGuire (110 lbs): Third Place with Determination
Kailey McGuire faced a challenging start but rallied back with sheer willpower and skill to secure a podium finish.
Championship Round 1: Kailey was caught by Arianna Alvarado (Skyview) and fell in 3:43.
Consolation Rounds: Kailey stormed through the bracket, pinning Sara Cespedes (Brighton) in 1:33 and Maribel Delgado Bartholomew (Fountain-Fort Carson) in 3:51.
Consolation Semis: Kailey continued her dominant streak, pinning Neveah Romero (Abraham Lincoln) in 4:13 to earn her spot in the 3rd Place Match.
3rd Place Match: In a display of tactical brilliance, Kailey defeated Alina Sasser (Roosevelt 1) in a decisive 7-1 decision.
🎤 Coaches thoughts on Kailey's performance? "Kailey McGuire doesn’t just bounce back—she dominates. Pins, grit, and a top-three finish. That girl’s got it all!"
Austyn Mitchell (155 lbs): Fourth Place with Big Pins
Austyn Mitchell showed her knack for explosive pins and resilience against tough competition.
Quarterfinal: Austyn started strong, pinning Graci Baker (Holy Family) in just 57 seconds.
Semifinal: She faced a tough match against Matilda Hruby (Brighton), falling in 26 seconds.
Consolation Semis: Austyn bounced back, pinning Dianna Casales (Arvada) in 1:44 to advance to the 3rd Place Match.
3rd Place Match: Despite her efforts, Austyn fell to Zusette Arellano (Pomona) in 41 seconds, capping a strong day with a 4th place finish.
Alisa Gonzales (170 lbs): Silver Medal Performance
Alisa Gonzales proved why she’s one of Severance’s most consistent performers, wrestling her way to a 2nd place finish.
Quarterfinal: Alisa pinned Mikayla Maes (Denver North) in a thrilling match that ended at 5:23.
Semifinal: Alisa kept the momentum going, pinning Julianna Darmafall (Liberty Common) in 1:05 to punch her ticket to the finals.
1st Place Match: Alisa faced Maile Manfre (Englewood) but fell in 49 seconds, taking home the silver medal.
🎤 "Alisa Gonzales doesn’t just wrestle—she brings POWER to every match. A silver finish with dominant pins along the way? That’s how you make a statement."
How the Rest of the Team Fared
Jaylie Payne (100 lbs): Jaylie battled through two tough matches after a first-round bye.
Round 2: Fell to Justice Gutierrez (Pomona) by fall in 1:55.
Consolation Round 2: Lost to Precious Rivera (Roosevelt 1) by fall in 3:14, showing resilience in a competitive weight class.
Addyson Duran (120 lbs): Addyson showed grit despite facing tough competition.
Championship Round 1: Fell to Abigail Segar (Sterling) in just 37 seconds.
Consolation Rounds: Received a medical forfeit win but fell to Logan Balmer (Arvada West) in 1:57.
Nevaeh Odegaard (125 lbs): Nevaeh displayed skill and heart, earning crucial team points.
Round 1: Pinned Riley Frary (Arvada West) in 50 seconds.
Consolation Rounds: Won two more matches, including a dominant 12-3 major decision over Jayden Bird (Roosevelt 1), before falling in the consolation semis.
Alivia Gonzales (145 lbs): Alivia showcased her determination in a stacked bracket.
Round 1: Pinned Dagney Easton (Evergreen) in a hard-fought match at 5:30.
Consolation Rounds: Fell to Abbie Reeves (Manitou Springs) via tech fall after a bye.
Allison Wilson (235 lbs): Allison continues to gain experience and battle through tough matchups.
Quarterfinal: Fell to Soledad Luchman (Standley Lake) in 1:19.
Consolation Rounds: Fell to Cheyenne Becker (Woodland Park) in 20 seconds.
Takeaways from the Arvada Invitational
The Arvada Invitational proved once again that the Lady Silver Knights are ready to compete against Colorado’s best. With three podium finishes and gutsy performances across the board, this team continues to grow and inspire.
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