Minot State Women's Wrestling Sweeps NSIC Duals Against Jamestown and Sioux Falls

Minot State secured two decisive victories on Saturday, November 14, to complete a dual competition sweep in Jamestown, North Dakota.

The Beavers earned wins over both Jamestown and Sioux Falls, marking the second year the program has swept its NSIC dual competition. The team finished the day with a 2-0 record.

The performance in Jamestown highlighted the Beavers’ ability to earn victories through technical falls, decisions, and forfeits across the wrestling lineup. The momentum began early in the first dual, where Minot State defeated Jamestown 32-17.

The Beaver squad established an early lead through a series of strategic advantages. Kaiya Lopes (103), Aliah Bertalotto (110), Pauline Chapman (117), and Taylor Dorvall (124) each secured five team points via forfeit, providing a mathematical cushion before the contested bouts reached their peak.

Individual performances increased the team's scoring throughout the first match. Pua Beebe demonstrated control at 138 pounds, recording an 11-1 technical fall over Deegan Kirschenmann. Haleigh Lematta contributed with a narrow 2-1 decision at 145 pounds to keep the Beavers ahead.

The first dual concluded with Aniya Herbin securing a fall at 207 pounds against Celia Jaeger, ending the bout in just 1:48.

Minot State maintained its efficiency in the second dual of the day, defeating Sioux Falls with a score of 26-17.

Kaiya Lopes opened the second dual with a 10-0 technical fall at 103 pounds, while Aliah Bertalotto added five points through a forfeit at 110 pounds. The middle of the lineup remained competitive, with Taylor Dorvall earning a 9-9 decision at 124 pounds and Pua Beebe taking a 10-3 decision at 138 pounds.

The Beavers’ technical dominance was particularly evident in the heavier weight classes. Haleigh Lematta secured a 10-0 technical fall at 145 pounds, followed by Vida Beckel, who also recorded a 10-0 technical fall at 160 pounds. Aniya Herbin closed the winning effort with a 4-0 decision at 207 pounds.