Severance Girls represent at the Tiara Challenge

Jeremy Carter
Jan 20
3 min read

Your #4 Ranked Severance High School Girls Wrestling team competed at the Douglas County Tiara Challenge on January 17th and 18th, battling some of the top programs in the region. The Lady Silver Knights delivered standout performances, highlighted by Kailey McGuire’s fourth-place finish and Alisa Gonzales’ third-place podium run. Here’s the match-by-match breakdown of their efforts across the tournament.

Podium Performances

Kailey McGuire took home 4th place at the Tiara Challenge. (Photo of previous event)

115 lbs: Kailey McGuire (4th Place)

Kailey McGuire entered the tournament with determination, racking up impressive wins before finishing fourth in a highly competitive bracket.

Champ. Round 2: Kailey started strong, pinning Kaitlyn Gettner (Calhan) in just 1:30 to advance.
Quarterfinal: She continued her dominance, earning a fall over Raine Brekhus (Cheyenne East) at 5:24, showing her endurance and skill.
Semifinal: Kailey faced undefeated Jaydin Cuevas (Prairie View) and fell by pin at 2:30 but rebounded quickly in the consolation bracket.
Cons. Semi: She secured a quick pin over Hannah Taylor (Bayfield) in 1:54, earning her spot in the 3rd place match.
3rd Place Match: Kailey battled Brooklynn Gustafson (Thornton High School) but fell by pin at 2:07, capping an impressive run with a fourth-place finish.

Alisa Gonzales (photo from the Windsor Tournament) gave a spectacular performance at the Tiara Challenge, coming in 3rd with tough competition.

170 lbs: Alisa Gonzales (3rd Place)

Alisa Gonzales dominated the consolation bracket after an early loss, showcasing resilience and power on her way to a third-place finish.

Champ. Round 2: Alisa opened her tournament with a commanding pin over Jackelyn Torreblanca Oseguera (Overland) in 1:24.
Quarterfinal: She fell to Braelynn Love (Cheyenne East) by pin at 1:38 but regrouped for a strong showing in the consolation rounds.
Cons. Round 4: Alisa pinned Olivia Rosentreter (Olathe) in 2:51, setting the tone for her comeback.
Cons. Round 5: She followed up with another pin, defeating Malia Martinez-Castro (Monte Vista) in 1:18.
Cons. Semi: Alisa advanced via forfeit against Daisy Padilla (Arapahoe).
3rd Place Match: Alisa capped her tournament with a dominant pin over Carly Larsen (Strasburg) in 4:13, earning a well-deserved spot on the podium.

Other Performances

120 lbs: Addyson Duran

Addyson Duran battled hard in a tough bracket, picking up a solid victory in the consolation rounds.

Champ. Round 1: Faced undefeated Remington Zimmerer (Regis Jesuit) and fell by pin at 1:05.
Cons. Round 1: Addyson rebounded with an impressive 12-1 major decision over Roxilea Daguerre (Olathe).
Cons. Round 2: She fell to Zoey Trahyn (Overland) by 17-4 major decision, showing resilience throughout.

145 lbs: Alivia Gonzales

Alivia Gonzales showcased her grit, picking up a hard-fought victory in the consolation bracket.

Champ. Round 2: Alivia fell to Dakota Hull (Westminster) by pin in 0:33.
Cons. Round 2: She rebounded with a 9-5 decision over Lucy Porter (Bayfield).
Cons. Round 3: Alivia’s run ended against Kaliyah Schimpf (Broomfield), falling by pin in 0:57.

155 lbs: Austyn Mitchell

Austyn Mitchell demonstrated her ability to grind out matches, securing a solid win in the consolation rounds.

Champ. Round 1: Austyn faced Dixie Bitner (County Line Rivals) and fell by pin at 4:54.
Cons. Round 2: After a bye, Austyn pinned Olivia Herget (Central) at 4:47.
Cons. Round 3: She fell in a close 6-3 decision to April Reyes Smith (Thornton High School).

235 lbs: Reese Rose

Reese Rose showed determination despite facing tough opponents in her bracket.

Quarterfinal: Reese fell to Ruth Worknhe (Overland) by pin in 1:11.
Cons. Round 2: She battled Jordyn Walker (Regis Jesuit) but fell by pin at 1:37, completing a tournament full of valuable experience.

Team Highlights

The Lady Silver Knights left their mark on the Tiara Challenge, with strong individual performances and podium finishes by Kailey McGuire and Alisa Gonzales leading the way. The tournament offered a valuable opportunity for every wrestler to grow, and the team demonstrated their grit and determination on the mat.

🎤 “This wasn’t just about wins and losses—it was about heart, fight, and the will to improve. The Lady Silver Knights are on a mission, and their journey is just beginning!”