Marion takes down Benton, Mt. Carmel


Darren Kinnard
Section618.com

BENTON — The Marion Wildcats won their wrestling duals at Benton against Mt. Carmel and the host the Rangers.

The Wildcats opened the night with a 54-29 win over shorthanded Mt. Carmel. The Golden Aces only brought six wrestlers. Benton then beat Mt. Carmel 60-17.

The Rangers won four of the first five matches to lead 24-6 in the nightcap against Marion. The Wildcats reeled six straight wins on the way to a 45-36 win.

Marion is now 16-2. Benton falls to 14-2.