New Mexico Highlands Athletics

 The NMHU Cowboy wrestling team had their first home duals of the season this week as they hosted nationally ranked Fort Hays University and the University of Central Oklahoma. The John A. Wilson Complex saw plenty of top contenders in each of the weight classes. The Cowboys were lead by Seth Wright and Jesse Boggs in the 125 lbs and Heavyweight divisions, respectively.

NMHU 125 pounder Seth Wright has been named the Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference Wrestler of the Week. Wright earned this honor with his outstanding performance in this past week of competition. Wright increased his overall record to 5-1 (2-0 RMAC) with some great RMAC wins. Wright started out his week with a solid win over Mesa State College’s Tyler Nelson on 1/7. Wright quickly defeated Nelson as he pinned the Maverick’s 125 pounder 2:12 into the match. Wrights claim to fame wouldn’t come until the next night when Wright handily defeated Adams State College’s defending national champion Arsenia Barksdale by a 9-4 decision.