FARGO, ND, Tuesday, July 19th, 2011 - After winning her first national title on Saturday in the Cadet age group, Rosemary Flores of Staten Island has followed up with a dominating run in the older age division. With four pins in four matches, three of which have come in the first period, Flores has reached the finals of a second consecutive national tournament.
Along the way, she has avenged defeats against two wrestlers who defeated her previously this year.
Competing in the 125-pound weight class, Flores' finals match can be viewed live via webstream at www.beat-the-streets.org.
Cadet features wrestlers aged 15-16 while the Junior division is for wrestlers under 20 who were enrolled in grades 9-12 in the previous school year.
Beat the Streets Wrestling, Inc. works directly with the New York City Department of Education in a public‐private partnership to help New York City's student‐athletes achieve their personal and athletic goals. Through the operation of wrestling programs in middle and high schools in the five boroughs, BTS and theDOE provide a safe, positive atmosphere in which disadvantaged and at‐risk youth can learn the essential life lessons of personal responsibility, physical fitness, education, and teamwork. The goal of fostering strong, dedicated, and optimistic kids is delivered through tutoring, after‐school programs, mentoring, and coaching. More information can be found at www.beat‐the‐streets.org.
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