Sparks, NV — This past weekend, the Lady Tigers traveled to Reed High School to compete in the 2026 Northern Nevada Regional Qualifier, where the top four finishers in each weight class earned a ticket to the State Tournament. Competing against 35 teams over two days, Douglas High made its presence felt from start to finish. For the third consecutive winter, senior Ella Kavanagh claimed a Northern Nevada Regional Championship, continuing her dominant run at the regional level, as well as securing her 100 HS win. Sophomore River Klein joined her at the top of the podium, capturing her first regional title at 110 pounds. As a team, the Tigers finished fourth overall with 100.5 points, trailing only Reed, Spanish Springs, and McQueen. Douglas earned that total with just 10 wrestlers in the varsity lineup, a testament to efficiency, depth, and toughness. In addition to the two regional champions, the Tigers qualified two more wrestlers for state. Jasmine Tamondong reached the finals at 125 pounds, earning a runner-up finish after a strong tournament. Ashlynn Kavanagh battled back after a semifinal loss at 110 pounds, responding with two pins to secure third place and her spot at the State Tournament. Isabelle Tamondong narrowly missed qualification but finished sixth at 115 pounds with a 3–3 record that included two pins. Freshman Sasha Wadle also placed sixth at 120 pounds after going 3–3, gaining valuable postseason experience. Four Tigers now move on to the State Tournament, carrying momentum, confidence, and unfinished business. Wrestler of the Week – Ashlynn Kavanagh Ashlynn Kavanagh earns Wrestler of the Week honors after an impressive bounce-back performance at the Regional Qualifier. After a tough semifinal loss at 110 pounds, Ashlynn showed serious grit, responding the right way with two pins to take third place and punch her ticket to state. Her ability to reset, refocus, and finish strong is exactly what postseason wrestling is about. Ashlynn continues to grow under pressure, and her resilience and work ethic set the standard for what it means to compete as a Lady Tiger.