Argo's get beat by North Idaho Community College

The University of Great Falls Argo wrestling team lost its season opening dual against North Idaho this weekend.

The Argos came out cold loosing their first three matches against North Idaho. The Argo's line-up was also changed for the dual meet.

The NAIA division has strict weight certifications that must be followed by coaches and athletes. The wrestlers must qualify for a certain weight at the beginning of the season. The wrestlers are required to weight and have a skin fold test.

The NAIA certification allows the wrestler to lose weight over a scheduled period of time that is safe and appropriate. As of this first dual, many of the Argo's were not certified to be at their desired weight and therefor went up a weight class.

After the first three losses of the night, Miles Mazerkewitz came out strong and ready to battle. Miles was one of the Argo wrestlers that was wrestling up one weight. Mazerkewitz controlled and dominated the match. Michael Hader came out in the next match also ready to battle.

Although Hader was very aggressive and looking for a win, North Idaho won this match also. The Argo's would only win two more matches for the night with Ross Mosher and Michael French claiming wins.

The Argo's only won three matches out of ten Saturday night, but the season is early and long. The NAIA National tournament is held in early march.

The Argos will travel to Wyoming for their next competition in a open tournament that invites Division 1, Division 2, Division 3, Junior colleges, and NAIA college teams.

Good job this weekend Argos, keep your heads up, its a long season!