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In unforgettable senior night, wrestlers dominate in final home match

Sweeping their opponents: Varsity Boys’ and Girls’ wrestling competed against Mission Hills High School Jan. 23. Before the tournament, senior Wrestlers Dominic Dotson, Carlos Valdiviezo, Tas Storer, Aaron Klein, Armani Rodriguez, Thomas Deboer, Shane Kinsella, Ava Ebrahimi, and Ava Fodera, walked with family and friends on the mat, celebrating all they have accomplished in their time at Poway. During the match, athletes showed snake-like moves on the mat and quick problem-solving to pin opponents. The team is currently ranked 7th in the nation. Girls and Boys teams start Division I and II CIF San Diego Divisionals on Feb 14. CIF State Wrestling Championships are set for February 26-28 at Dignity Health Arena in Bakersfield.
Ruby Penaloza, Staff Writer
February 12, 2026
Senior Aaron Klein walks out with both his parents and his sister by his side. Klein plans to attend Palomar College and continue wrestling. (Ruby Penaloza)
Senior Ava Fodera walks out with her father, three sisters, and mom, celebrating her outstanding wrestling career at Poway, and now moving on to wrestle at Lehigh University. (Ruby Penaloza)
Senior Ava Ebrahimi shakes hands with a Grizzly in the 120 weight class, ready to start her match.
(Ruby Penaloza)
Freshman Aleia Apostol wraps her legs around her Grizzly opponent, pinning her to the ground for a dominating win. (Ruby Penaloza)
Senior Aaron Klein grips his opponent’s legs, taking him down for a solid win. (Ruby Penaloza)
Senior Carlos Valdiviezo locks up his opponent to secure his pin
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