LOUISVILLE, Kent. – The University of Providence women's wrestling team lost two matches Saturday morning to finish 8^th place in the National Duals Tournament in Louisville, Kentucky.

This is the Argos first appearance at a national dual tournament with a full lineup. The Argos went 2-1 in duals yesterday to qualify for a spot in the second day of  the tournament.

The Argos lost to 29-18 in the first matchup to Oklahoma City Saturday morning, then lost to Lyon 27-17.

"Overall it was a good experience," head coach Carlene Sluberski said. "We have time to improve. We can definitely improve and we will improve. They're really in the mindset of only having to worry about themselves. It became very clear this weekend that wrestling is a team sport. Every person matters and every point you save matters."

Sluberski was impressed with the performances of Yurie Yoneoka (116) and Tatum Sparks (155) who each went undefeated in the five duals they wrestled this weekend.

"Those two are very consistent," Sluberski said. "It's all business when they hit the mats. They set a good example for some of our younger girls on how to conduct themselves during dual tournaments."

The Argos will next wrestle in the Oregon Classic in Redmond, Oregon next Saturday.