Oklahoma City favored to defend WCWA Women’s College Nationals title in Marshall, Mo. on Jan. 30
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by Gary Abbott
The Women's College Wrestling Association (WCWA) National Championships will be held at Missouri Valley College in Marshall, Mo. on Saturday, January 30. This is the national organization for women's college freestyle wrestling and will numerous star athletes within the national women's program.
"The top collegiate women in the nation are competing at this event," said WCWA Commissioner Kevin Black. "There are some very talented athletes in the field. This is the best university-age tournament held in the nation."
Defending champion Oklahoma City brings a strong team, which went undefeated in dual meets (23-0-1), captured the NWCA National Duals, and has considerable depth across the lineup.
Returning WCWA champion Michaela Hutchison at 55 kg/121 lbs. is among the top athletes on the women's college circuit, with an impressive 32-1 record this season. Another defending WCWA champion on the roster is Tessa Plana at 63 kg/138.75 pounds. A 2008 WCWA champion also returns, Melissa Simmons at 72 kg/158.5 lbs., who was unable to compete in last year's championship.
Three Stars hold No. 1 WCWA individual rankings: Hutchison along with Natasha Umemoto at 51 kg/112.25 lbs.and Brittany Delgado at 82 kg/180.25 lbs. Other top performers are Stephanie Waters at 44 kg/97 lbs., Nicole Woody at 48 kg/105.5 lbs. and Ashley Hudson at 59 kg/130 lbs.
"Our goal has always been to win the national title again this year," said OCU head coach Archie Randall. "The competition has risen. They have added up to 50 more entries this year. This raises the quality to a higher level. Simon Fraser, the Cumberlands and Missouri Baptist are among the teams to beat."
Eight members of the team have over 20 wins this season, and OCU has a legitimate shot to place an athlete in the finals at all 10 weight classes.
"We are right on track," said Randall. "Winning the National Duals was important. This tournament is more individual. Our athletes need to win the right matches at the right time. If we have a good day and a strong semifinal round, we could put somebody in the finals at every weight. But so could some of the other teams."
For team scoring this year, only the highest placewinner in each weight class for each team scores points. There are also no bonus points for advancement or quality of win. This means that teams with big rosters will not have an advantage over those with limited entries.
The Univ. of Cumberlands, a traditional power in women's college wrestling, is expected to be the top challenger for Oklahoma City again this year. The Patriots placed second last seaon. They also edged OCU in the 2008 WCWA Nationals, and won two women's college national team titles prior to the creation of the WCWA as an organization.
Returning WCWA champion Lakia Henderson is back at 95 kg/209 lbs. and looking to repeat as champion.
The Patriots are loaded at 67 kg/147.5 lbs., with current No. 1 Lauren Knight and along with No. 3 Christen Paysse. Both are ranked on the Senior level within USA Wrestling, and Paysse was on last year's Junior World Team.
Among the other top performers on the team's preliminary roster is Gabby Henry at 48 kg/105 lbs., who has competed up at 51 kg much of the season. Lisa Martinez at 44 kg/97 lbs. has also had a strong season. The Patriots have the depth and ability to earn All-Americans at each weight class, and have a number of athletes who have the ability to challenge for titles.
Ashley Shannon, a WCWA national champion last year at 44 kg/97 lbs., was the No. 1 ranked wrestler up at 48 kg/105.5 lbs. this season but is not on the Patriot's preliminary roster.
A new team in the tournament, Missouri Baptist, has a chance to climb high in the standings, with some very talented individuals. A number of athletes who have been nationally ranked on the Senior level joined the program this year, and gives coach Brian Jackson the chance to rack up big points.
Three of these star athletes will be competing up a weight class from where they made their name on the Senior National level. Former U.S. Senior Nationals champion and World Team member Helen Maroulis will compete at 59 kg/130 lbs. Junior World Team member and women's national team member Schuyler Brown will wrestle at 63 kg/138.75 pounds. 2009 Junior World bronze medalist Veronica Carlson is moving up to 67 kg/147.5 lbs.
"The lineup is set for team placement," said Jackson. "By moving them up, we think we are a stronger team."
Another potential champion with a long string of USA Wrestling age-group achievements is Amy Whitbeck at 51 kg/112.25 lbs. Holding a No. 1 ranking in the WCWA is former USAW Junior Nationals champion Des Memea at the 95 kg/209 lbs. Veteran performer Samantha Schuman is expected to be a force at 55 kg/121 lbs.
The Spartans did have a setback when former U.S. Senior Nationals runner-up Caitlin Chase was injured and will not be able to compete at 48 kg/105.5 lbs.
"We are hurt with an injury to Caitlin Chase," said Jackson. "However, I look for them to have a strong showing and bring home some individual championships."
Simon Fraser, a top Canadian college program, will bring a small but talented team to the event, led by returning WCWA National champions Taylor Dick at 72 kg/158.5 lbs. and Hillary Greening at 82 kg/180.25 lbs. Also on the team roster is 2009 Junior World champion Victoria Anthony, a native Californian, at 48 kg/105.5 lbs., as well as talented Danielle Lappage at 63 kg/138.75 lbs.
SFU placed third at last year's WCWA Nationals, and has been ranked No. 4 during this season, based upon their strong individual performers.
Jamestown College placed fourth at the WCWA Nationals last year in its first season, and has the depth to challenge for another top five team finish again.
Their top athletes include Tiffany Sluik at 55 kg/121 lbs., who was third at the WCWA Nationals last year and has only two losses this year against WCWA opponents. Freshman Christina Ordonez won the Husky Invitational in Canada at 67 kg/147.5 pounds. Other top challengers are Calie Cutler at 59 kg/130 lbs., Jami Moore at 82 kg/180.25 lbs. and Amanda Athon at 95 kg/209 lbs.
Long-time college programs, Missouri Valley College and Menlo College, have a number of individuals who could have an impact.
Missouri Valley has the top-ranked wrestler in the WCWA at 59 kg/130 lbs., freshman Randi Beltz. The Vikings will have a full lineup of athletes, including some talented young wrestlers who could fight for individual All-American honors. Among the other athletes to watch are Rachel Pike at 55 kg/121 lbs., Tamara Hartfield at 67 kg/147.5 lbs. and Jordan Hagerman at 82 kg/180.25 lbs.
Menlo is led by returning WCWA National champion Katherine Fulp-Allen at 51 kg/112.25 lbs., who is a past University World champion. Brittany Caoile placed 5th at the WCWA Nationals last year at 95 kg/209 lbs. Brittany Ludero at 44 kg/97 lbs. and Keaton Long at 67 kg/147.5 lbs. have potential to earn All-American honors.
The USOEC program at Northern Michigan will bring three athletes to compete, including the No. 1 ranked wrestler in the WCWA at 72 kg/158.5 lbs., Amber Miracle.
Among the other teams in the tournament are Lindenwood, King College and the Univ. of Wisconsin-River Falls.
Lindenwood has a talented freshman at 51 kg/112.25 lbs. in Shauna Isabell and a top contender at 95 kg/209 lbs. in Angie Vyborny.
King College is a first-year program which has relied on freshmen but has been improving quickly. Among the top performers for King College has been Anna Cummings at 48 kg/105.5. lbs., Shanna Young at 67 kg/147.5 lbs. and Alana Jimenez at 82 kg/180.25 lbs.
UW-River Falls will be represented by Emily Harper at 51 kg/112.25 lbs., who has considerable experience.
The Univ. of Regina, a NAIA school in Canada, has joined the WCWA this year, and if its brings any athletes, will also be a factor in some of the weight classes.
This event has more importance than just bragging rights on the college level. The top two athletes in each weight class qualify for the U.S. World Team Trials in Council Bluffs, Iowa, June 10-12. The champions in the tournament are also eligible for an WCWA University tour in the summer.
"This is the second year in a row we have the tournament at Missouri Valley," said Commissioner Kevin Black. "Coach Carl Murphree did a great job last year, and the organization has been excellent this year. We expect a great competition."
2009 WCWA Nationals Schedule
at Missouri Valley College on Saturday, Jan. 30
9:00 a.m. - Championship Round 1
10:30 a.m. - Championship Round 2, Consolation 1
12:30 p.m. - Consolation Round 2
1:30 p.m. - Semifinals, Consolation Round 3
3:00 p.m. - Consolation Semifinals
3:45 p.m. - Consolation Finals for 3rd and 5th place
5:00 p.m. - Championship Finals
2009 WCWA National Champions
44 kg/97 lbs. - Ashley Shannon (Cumberlands)
48 kg/105.5 lbs. - Ashley McKilligan (Simon Fraser)
51 kg/112.25 lbs. - Katherine Fulp-Allen (Menlo)
55 kg/121 lbs. - Michaela Hutchison (Oklahoma City)
59 kg/130 lbs. - Tani Ader (Jamestown)
63 kg/138.75 lbs. - Tessa Plana (Oklahoma City)
67 kg/147.5 lbs.- Stefenie Shaw (Oklahoma City)
72 kg/158.5 lbs.- Taylor Dick (Simon Fraser)
82 kg/180.25 lbs. - Hillary Greening (Simon Fraser)
95 kg/209 lbs. - Lakia Henderson (Cumberlands)
Team Champions - Oklahoma City University
Current No. 1 ranked athletes in WCWA
44 kg/97 lbs. - Stephanie Waters (Oklahoma City)
48 kg/105.5 lbs. - Ashley Shannon (Univ. of the Cumberlands)
51 kg/112.25 lbs. - Natasha Umemoto (Oklahoma City)
55 kg/121 lbs. - Michaela Hutchinson (Oklahoma City)
59 kg/130 lbs. - Randi Beltz (Missouri Valley College)
63 kg/138.75 lbs. - Veronica Carlson (Missouri Baptist)
67 kg/147.5 lbs.- Lauren Knight (Univ. of the Cumberlands)
72 kg/158.5 lbs.- Amber Miracle (USOEC - Northern Michigan)
82 kg/180.25 lbs. - Brittany Delgado (Oklahoma City)
95 kg/209 lbs. - Des Memea (Missouri Baptist)
Previous Women's College National champions
2008 WCWA Women's College Nationals
44 kg/97 lbs. - Melissa Girard (Univ. of the Cumberlands)
48 kg/105.5 lbs. - Sadie Kaneda of USOEC/Northern Michigan
51 kg/112.25 lbs. - Jessica Medina (Univ. of the Cumberlands)
55 kg/121 lbs. - Sandy Do of University of Cumberlands
59 kg/130 lbs. - Kelsey Campbell of Arizona State University
63 kg/138.75 lbs.- Briana Conway of Oklahoma City University
67 kg/147.5 lbs.- Amberlee Ebert of Missouri Valley College
72 kg/158.5 lbs.- Melissa Simmons of Oklahoma City University
82 kg/180.5 lbs. - Carrie Clark of Oklahoma City University
95 kg/209 lbs. - Theresa Fennell of University of Cumberlands
Team Champions - The University of the Cumberlands
2007 Women's College Nationals
48 kg/105.5 lbs - Jackie Stiles (Univ. of the Cumberlands)
51 kg/112.25 lbs. - Sara Fulp-Allen (Menlo College)
55 kg/121 lbs. - Sarah Peasley (Cabrillo JC)
59 kg/130 lbs. - Othella Lucas (Univ. of the Cumberlands)
63 kg/138.5 lbs. - Kelsey Campbell (Arizona State)
67 kg/147.5 lbs. - Alaina Berube (Univ. of the Cumberlands)
72 kg/158.5 lbs. - Bethany Harris (Univ. of the Cumberlands)
82 kg/181 lbs. - Elizabeth Hernandez (Missouri Valley)
Team Champions - The University of the Cumberlands
2006 Women's College Nationals
48 kg/105.5 lbs - Tabitha Ramsey (Missouri Valley)
51 kg/112.25 lbs. - Jessica Medina (Univ. of the Cumberlands)
55 kg/121 lbs. - Sharlee Solis (Missouri Valley College)
59 kg/130 lbs. - Othella Lucas (Univ. of the Cumberlands)
63 kg/138.75 lbs. - Alaina Berube (Univ. of the Cumberlands)
67 kg/147.5 lbs. - Heather Martin (Univ. of the Cumberlands)
72 kg/158.5 lbs. - Stephanie Lee (Missouri Valley College)
80 kg/176 lbs. - Toccara Montgomery (Univ. of the Cumberlands)
Team Champions - The University of the Cumberlands
2005 Women's College Nationals
48 kg/105.5 lbs. - Sara Fulp-Allen (Menlo)
51 kg/112.25 lbs. - Kapua Torres (Pacific)
55 kg/121 lbs. - Erica Chew (Missouri Valley)
59 kg/130 lbs. - Brooke Bogren (Missouri Valley)
63 kg/138.75 lbs. - Rachel Billerbeck (Missouri Valley)
67 kg/147.5 lbs. - Kelly Branham (Missouri Valley)
72 kg/158.5 lbs. - Brittany Jones (Missouri Valley)
80 kg/176 lbs. - Selina Perez (Missouri Valley)
Team Champions - Missouri Valley College
2004 Women's College Nationals
48 kg/105.5 lbs. - Sara Fulp-Allen (Menlo College)
51 kg/112.25 lbs. - Debbi Sakai (Missouri Valley)
55 kg/121 lbs. - Desiree Lockhart (Pacific)
59 kg/130 lbs. - Brooke Bogren (Missouri Valley)
63 kg/138.75 lbs. - Mollie Keith (Missouri Valley)
67 kg/147.5 lbs. - Alaina Berube (Cumberland College)
72 kg/158.5 lbs. - Kelly Branham (Missouri Valley)
80 kg/176 lbs. - Toccara Montgomery (Cumberland College)
Team Champions - Missouri Valley College
Three-time individual champions
Sara Fulp-Allen, Menlo College (2004, 2005, 2007)
Alaina Berube, Univ. of the Cumberlands (2004, 2006, 2007)
Two-time individual champions
Brooke Bogren, Missouri Valley College (2004, 2005)
Kelly Branham, Missouri Valley College (2004, 2005)
Toccara Montgomery, Univ. of the Cumberlands (2004, 2006)
Othella Lucas, Univ. of the Cumberlands (2006, 2007)
Jessica Medina, Univ. of the Cumberlands (2006, 2008)
Kelsey Campbell, Arizona State (2007, 2008)
"The top collegiate women in the nation are competing at this event," said WCWA Commissioner Kevin Black. "There are some very talented athletes in the field. This is the best university-age tournament held in the nation."
Defending champion Oklahoma City brings a strong team, which went undefeated in dual meets (23-0-1), captured the NWCA National Duals, and has considerable depth across the lineup.
Returning WCWA champion Michaela Hutchison at 55 kg/121 lbs. is among the top athletes on the women's college circuit, with an impressive 32-1 record this season. Another defending WCWA champion on the roster is Tessa Plana at 63 kg/138.75 pounds. A 2008 WCWA champion also returns, Melissa Simmons at 72 kg/158.5 lbs., who was unable to compete in last year's championship.
Three Stars hold No. 1 WCWA individual rankings: Hutchison along with Natasha Umemoto at 51 kg/112.25 lbs.and Brittany Delgado at 82 kg/180.25 lbs. Other top performers are Stephanie Waters at 44 kg/97 lbs., Nicole Woody at 48 kg/105.5 lbs. and Ashley Hudson at 59 kg/130 lbs.
"Our goal has always been to win the national title again this year," said OCU head coach Archie Randall. "The competition has risen. They have added up to 50 more entries this year. This raises the quality to a higher level. Simon Fraser, the Cumberlands and Missouri Baptist are among the teams to beat."
Eight members of the team have over 20 wins this season, and OCU has a legitimate shot to place an athlete in the finals at all 10 weight classes.
"We are right on track," said Randall. "Winning the National Duals was important. This tournament is more individual. Our athletes need to win the right matches at the right time. If we have a good day and a strong semifinal round, we could put somebody in the finals at every weight. But so could some of the other teams."
For team scoring this year, only the highest placewinner in each weight class for each team scores points. There are also no bonus points for advancement or quality of win. This means that teams with big rosters will not have an advantage over those with limited entries.
The Univ. of Cumberlands, a traditional power in women's college wrestling, is expected to be the top challenger for Oklahoma City again this year. The Patriots placed second last seaon. They also edged OCU in the 2008 WCWA Nationals, and won two women's college national team titles prior to the creation of the WCWA as an organization.
Returning WCWA champion Lakia Henderson is back at 95 kg/209 lbs. and looking to repeat as champion.
The Patriots are loaded at 67 kg/147.5 lbs., with current No. 1 Lauren Knight and along with No. 3 Christen Paysse. Both are ranked on the Senior level within USA Wrestling, and Paysse was on last year's Junior World Team.
Among the other top performers on the team's preliminary roster is Gabby Henry at 48 kg/105 lbs., who has competed up at 51 kg much of the season. Lisa Martinez at 44 kg/97 lbs. has also had a strong season. The Patriots have the depth and ability to earn All-Americans at each weight class, and have a number of athletes who have the ability to challenge for titles.
Ashley Shannon, a WCWA national champion last year at 44 kg/97 lbs., was the No. 1 ranked wrestler up at 48 kg/105.5 lbs. this season but is not on the Patriot's preliminary roster.
A new team in the tournament, Missouri Baptist, has a chance to climb high in the standings, with some very talented individuals. A number of athletes who have been nationally ranked on the Senior level joined the program this year, and gives coach Brian Jackson the chance to rack up big points.
Three of these star athletes will be competing up a weight class from where they made their name on the Senior National level. Former U.S. Senior Nationals champion and World Team member Helen Maroulis will compete at 59 kg/130 lbs. Junior World Team member and women's national team member Schuyler Brown will wrestle at 63 kg/138.75 pounds. 2009 Junior World bronze medalist Veronica Carlson is moving up to 67 kg/147.5 lbs.
"The lineup is set for team placement," said Jackson. "By moving them up, we think we are a stronger team."
Another potential champion with a long string of USA Wrestling age-group achievements is Amy Whitbeck at 51 kg/112.25 lbs. Holding a No. 1 ranking in the WCWA is former USAW Junior Nationals champion Des Memea at the 95 kg/209 lbs. Veteran performer Samantha Schuman is expected to be a force at 55 kg/121 lbs.
The Spartans did have a setback when former U.S. Senior Nationals runner-up Caitlin Chase was injured and will not be able to compete at 48 kg/105.5 lbs.
"We are hurt with an injury to Caitlin Chase," said Jackson. "However, I look for them to have a strong showing and bring home some individual championships."
Simon Fraser, a top Canadian college program, will bring a small but talented team to the event, led by returning WCWA National champions Taylor Dick at 72 kg/158.5 lbs. and Hillary Greening at 82 kg/180.25 lbs. Also on the team roster is 2009 Junior World champion Victoria Anthony, a native Californian, at 48 kg/105.5 lbs., as well as talented Danielle Lappage at 63 kg/138.75 lbs.
SFU placed third at last year's WCWA Nationals, and has been ranked No. 4 during this season, based upon their strong individual performers.
Jamestown College placed fourth at the WCWA Nationals last year in its first season, and has the depth to challenge for another top five team finish again.
Their top athletes include Tiffany Sluik at 55 kg/121 lbs., who was third at the WCWA Nationals last year and has only two losses this year against WCWA opponents. Freshman Christina Ordonez won the Husky Invitational in Canada at 67 kg/147.5 pounds. Other top challengers are Calie Cutler at 59 kg/130 lbs., Jami Moore at 82 kg/180.25 lbs. and Amanda Athon at 95 kg/209 lbs.
Long-time college programs, Missouri Valley College and Menlo College, have a number of individuals who could have an impact.
Missouri Valley has the top-ranked wrestler in the WCWA at 59 kg/130 lbs., freshman Randi Beltz. The Vikings will have a full lineup of athletes, including some talented young wrestlers who could fight for individual All-American honors. Among the other athletes to watch are Rachel Pike at 55 kg/121 lbs., Tamara Hartfield at 67 kg/147.5 lbs. and Jordan Hagerman at 82 kg/180.25 lbs.
Menlo is led by returning WCWA National champion Katherine Fulp-Allen at 51 kg/112.25 lbs., who is a past University World champion. Brittany Caoile placed 5th at the WCWA Nationals last year at 95 kg/209 lbs. Brittany Ludero at 44 kg/97 lbs. and Keaton Long at 67 kg/147.5 lbs. have potential to earn All-American honors.
The USOEC program at Northern Michigan will bring three athletes to compete, including the No. 1 ranked wrestler in the WCWA at 72 kg/158.5 lbs., Amber Miracle.
Among the other teams in the tournament are Lindenwood, King College and the Univ. of Wisconsin-River Falls.
Lindenwood has a talented freshman at 51 kg/112.25 lbs. in Shauna Isabell and a top contender at 95 kg/209 lbs. in Angie Vyborny.
King College is a first-year program which has relied on freshmen but has been improving quickly. Among the top performers for King College has been Anna Cummings at 48 kg/105.5. lbs., Shanna Young at 67 kg/147.5 lbs. and Alana Jimenez at 82 kg/180.25 lbs.
UW-River Falls will be represented by Emily Harper at 51 kg/112.25 lbs., who has considerable experience.
The Univ. of Regina, a NAIA school in Canada, has joined the WCWA this year, and if its brings any athletes, will also be a factor in some of the weight classes.
This event has more importance than just bragging rights on the college level. The top two athletes in each weight class qualify for the U.S. World Team Trials in Council Bluffs, Iowa, June 10-12. The champions in the tournament are also eligible for an WCWA University tour in the summer.
"This is the second year in a row we have the tournament at Missouri Valley," said Commissioner Kevin Black. "Coach Carl Murphree did a great job last year, and the organization has been excellent this year. We expect a great competition."
2009 WCWA Nationals Schedule
at Missouri Valley College on Saturday, Jan. 30
9:00 a.m. - Championship Round 1
10:30 a.m. - Championship Round 2, Consolation 1
12:30 p.m. - Consolation Round 2
1:30 p.m. - Semifinals, Consolation Round 3
3:00 p.m. - Consolation Semifinals
3:45 p.m. - Consolation Finals for 3rd and 5th place
5:00 p.m. - Championship Finals
2009 WCWA National Champions
44 kg/97 lbs. - Ashley Shannon (Cumberlands)
48 kg/105.5 lbs. - Ashley McKilligan (Simon Fraser)
51 kg/112.25 lbs. - Katherine Fulp-Allen (Menlo)
55 kg/121 lbs. - Michaela Hutchison (Oklahoma City)
59 kg/130 lbs. - Tani Ader (Jamestown)
63 kg/138.75 lbs. - Tessa Plana (Oklahoma City)
67 kg/147.5 lbs.- Stefenie Shaw (Oklahoma City)
72 kg/158.5 lbs.- Taylor Dick (Simon Fraser)
82 kg/180.25 lbs. - Hillary Greening (Simon Fraser)
95 kg/209 lbs. - Lakia Henderson (Cumberlands)
Team Champions - Oklahoma City University
Current No. 1 ranked athletes in WCWA
44 kg/97 lbs. - Stephanie Waters (Oklahoma City)
48 kg/105.5 lbs. - Ashley Shannon (Univ. of the Cumberlands)
51 kg/112.25 lbs. - Natasha Umemoto (Oklahoma City)
55 kg/121 lbs. - Michaela Hutchinson (Oklahoma City)
59 kg/130 lbs. - Randi Beltz (Missouri Valley College)
63 kg/138.75 lbs. - Veronica Carlson (Missouri Baptist)
67 kg/147.5 lbs.- Lauren Knight (Univ. of the Cumberlands)
72 kg/158.5 lbs.- Amber Miracle (USOEC - Northern Michigan)
82 kg/180.25 lbs. - Brittany Delgado (Oklahoma City)
95 kg/209 lbs. - Des Memea (Missouri Baptist)
Previous Women's College National champions
2008 WCWA Women's College Nationals
44 kg/97 lbs. - Melissa Girard (Univ. of the Cumberlands)
48 kg/105.5 lbs. - Sadie Kaneda of USOEC/Northern Michigan
51 kg/112.25 lbs. - Jessica Medina (Univ. of the Cumberlands)
55 kg/121 lbs. - Sandy Do of University of Cumberlands
59 kg/130 lbs. - Kelsey Campbell of Arizona State University
63 kg/138.75 lbs.- Briana Conway of Oklahoma City University
67 kg/147.5 lbs.- Amberlee Ebert of Missouri Valley College
72 kg/158.5 lbs.- Melissa Simmons of Oklahoma City University
82 kg/180.5 lbs. - Carrie Clark of Oklahoma City University
95 kg/209 lbs. - Theresa Fennell of University of Cumberlands
Team Champions - The University of the Cumberlands
2007 Women's College Nationals
48 kg/105.5 lbs - Jackie Stiles (Univ. of the Cumberlands)
51 kg/112.25 lbs. - Sara Fulp-Allen (Menlo College)
55 kg/121 lbs. - Sarah Peasley (Cabrillo JC)
59 kg/130 lbs. - Othella Lucas (Univ. of the Cumberlands)
63 kg/138.5 lbs. - Kelsey Campbell (Arizona State)
67 kg/147.5 lbs. - Alaina Berube (Univ. of the Cumberlands)
72 kg/158.5 lbs. - Bethany Harris (Univ. of the Cumberlands)
82 kg/181 lbs. - Elizabeth Hernandez (Missouri Valley)
Team Champions - The University of the Cumberlands
2006 Women's College Nationals
48 kg/105.5 lbs - Tabitha Ramsey (Missouri Valley)
51 kg/112.25 lbs. - Jessica Medina (Univ. of the Cumberlands)
55 kg/121 lbs. - Sharlee Solis (Missouri Valley College)
59 kg/130 lbs. - Othella Lucas (Univ. of the Cumberlands)
63 kg/138.75 lbs. - Alaina Berube (Univ. of the Cumberlands)
67 kg/147.5 lbs. - Heather Martin (Univ. of the Cumberlands)
72 kg/158.5 lbs. - Stephanie Lee (Missouri Valley College)
80 kg/176 lbs. - Toccara Montgomery (Univ. of the Cumberlands)
Team Champions - The University of the Cumberlands
2005 Women's College Nationals
48 kg/105.5 lbs. - Sara Fulp-Allen (Menlo)
51 kg/112.25 lbs. - Kapua Torres (Pacific)
55 kg/121 lbs. - Erica Chew (Missouri Valley)
59 kg/130 lbs. - Brooke Bogren (Missouri Valley)
63 kg/138.75 lbs. - Rachel Billerbeck (Missouri Valley)
67 kg/147.5 lbs. - Kelly Branham (Missouri Valley)
72 kg/158.5 lbs. - Brittany Jones (Missouri Valley)
80 kg/176 lbs. - Selina Perez (Missouri Valley)
Team Champions - Missouri Valley College
2004 Women's College Nationals
48 kg/105.5 lbs. - Sara Fulp-Allen (Menlo College)
51 kg/112.25 lbs. - Debbi Sakai (Missouri Valley)
55 kg/121 lbs. - Desiree Lockhart (Pacific)
59 kg/130 lbs. - Brooke Bogren (Missouri Valley)
63 kg/138.75 lbs. - Mollie Keith (Missouri Valley)
67 kg/147.5 lbs. - Alaina Berube (Cumberland College)
72 kg/158.5 lbs. - Kelly Branham (Missouri Valley)
80 kg/176 lbs. - Toccara Montgomery (Cumberland College)
Team Champions - Missouri Valley College
Three-time individual champions
Sara Fulp-Allen, Menlo College (2004, 2005, 2007)
Alaina Berube, Univ. of the Cumberlands (2004, 2006, 2007)
Two-time individual champions
Brooke Bogren, Missouri Valley College (2004, 2005)
Kelly Branham, Missouri Valley College (2004, 2005)
Toccara Montgomery, Univ. of the Cumberlands (2004, 2006)
Othella Lucas, Univ. of the Cumberlands (2006, 2007)
Jessica Medina, Univ. of the Cumberlands (2006, 2008)
Kelsey Campbell, Arizona State (2007, 2008)
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