Image provided by: University of Oregon Libraries; Eugene, OR
About Heppner gazette-times. (Heppner, Or.) 1925-current | View Entire Issue (Jan. 22, 2025)
EIGHT - Heppner Gazette-Times, Heppner, Oregon Wednesday, January 22, 2025 Mustang wrestlers claim top spots in Battle of the Blues (L-R) Champs Keeley Nairns, Landon McMahon, Zachary Brown. - Contributed Photo (R) Journey Cavan-Harris, 2nd place. - Contributed Photo Loren Trujillo, 2nd place. - Contributed Photo Keeley Nairns, 1st place. - Contributed Photo The Heppner Mustangs wrestling teams traveled to College Place, WA, on Sat- urday, Jan. 18 to compete in the second annual Battle in the Blues. Both teams saw great success, with five boys and five girls placing in their respective weight categories. Zachary Brown, Landon McMahon and Keeley Nairns each brought home the first-place trophy in their weight classes, while the girls’ team se- cured its third second-place trophy of the year. Coach Tyler Robinson expressed his pride online in seeing the girls consis- tently ranking at the top of the team points standings this season. Full Mustang results are as follows: Girls’ Results: The team placed sec- ond overall with 71 team points. Loren Trujillo defeated Jayda Preston of Pendleton by fall in the semifinal be- fore losing by decision to Amber Goerge of Elgin in the finals match. She placed second, earning 16 team points. Harlee Cotton lost by fall to Roxy Solis of Irri- gon in the semifinal match. After receiving a bye in the consolation semifinal, she lost by decision to Evelyn Hein of Cle Elum-Roslyn. She placed fourth, earning four team points. Denisse Bracamontes lost by fall to Kameil Splatt- stoesser of College Place and suffered another loss by fall to Jazmyne Castleberry (Cle Elum-Roslyn) in the consolation semi-final. Journey Cavan-Harris defeated Skyler Olson of Cle Elum-Roslyn by fall in the quarterfinal, then went on to another victory by fall over Tatum Cram of River View. She met her match in Jacie Lathrop of Elgin in the first-place match, when she lost by fall. She claimed second place and earned 18 team points. Emilia Cavan-Harris won by fall over Stephanie Yanez-Perez of Highland in the quarterfinal before taking her own fall in the semifinal match against Bailey Hasbell of Elgin. She won by fall over Emery Blakeslee of Cle Elum-Ro- slyn before she suffered another loss to RoxxAnn Evelyn Cisneros of Mabton in the third-place match. She took fourth place, earn- ing 11 team points. Sarah Munkers took a fall to Brooklyn Quigg of Walla Walla in the quarter- final. She received a bye on the consolation round one but then lost to Kamryn Kauffman of Pendleton in the consolation semifinal. Keeley Nairns was the star of the event, winning by fall over Noelia Lopez of College Place in the semifi- nal match and going on to defeat Cinthia Madrigal of Irrigon in the championship match, also by fall. Nairns took home the champion- ship plaque for her class and earned 22 team points. Boys’ Results: The team placed fourth overall with 122 Team Points. Zachary Brown was another battle winner. He took down Brody Rill of Walla Walla in round one and Trenton Mulvaney of Highland in the quarterfi- nal. He won the semifinal by forfeit, but proved he had what it took in the championship match with Sawyer Evans of Cle Elum, winning by fall in 1:29. He took home the champion- ship and earned 28 team points. Conner Wilson had a rough start, losing to Thomas Sievertsen of Walla Walla by decision in round one. After receiving a bye in consolation round one, he went on to defeat Mateo Israel Marquez of Mabton by fall and Trenton Mul- vaney of Highland by ma- jority decision. His winning streak ended when he fell to Thomas Sievertsen of Walla Walla in the consolation semifinal. He earned six team points. Kaden King fell to Di- ego Caso of Walla Walla in the quarterfinal, but turned it around in the consolation rounds. He won by fall over James Fry of College Place and put down Chrystian Velasquez of Mabton in a quick 30-second match. He fell just short of plac- ing when he lost to Masyn Lindsey of McLoughin in the consolation semifinal. He earned six team points. Nickolas Wenberg took a quick victory by fall over James Fry of College Place in round one, with anoth- er quick win by fall over Ignacio Cangas Iturbe of Highland in the quarterfi- nal. He took down Masyn Lindsey of McLoughlin in the semifinal, but his steak ended when he lost to Deigo Caso of Walla Walla in the championship match. He placed second and earned 22 team points. Owen Guerra had a quick 38-second victory over Eduardo Urrutia of Highland in the quarterfi- nal, and a tough win over Jarod Hankins of Waitsburg in the semifinal. His hopes for a championship were dashed when Josiah Beiter of Cle Elum took the vic- tory in the championship round. He placed second, earning 20 team points. Jaime Cavan defeated Pablo Romero-Mora of River View in the quar- terfinal and Adam Dalan of Walla Walla semifinal, both by fall. His winning streak ended when he had to forfeit the championship match to teammate Landon McMahon. Cavan took second place and earned 20 team points. Landon McMahon also had back-to-back victories, taking down Emilio Guti- errez of College Place in the quarterfinal and David Hadley of Walla Walla in the semifinal. He claimed the championship when Cavan forfeited, earning 26 team points. Christopher Hum- phreys won by fall over Antonio Urbina of Mabton in the quarterfinal but took a loss to Derrick Wheeler of White Swan in the semi- final. He missed his chance to place when he suffered another loss to RL Hudson of White Swan in the conso- lation semifinal. He earned six team points. The Mustang wrestlers take to the mats again this Friday at the Grant Union Tournament in John Day. 177 N Main St. Heppner, Or 97836 O: 541-676-9228 E:sykeschris@hotmail.com Broker Chris Sykes 541-215-2274 Price Reduced WWW.HEPPNER.NET Submit News, Advertising & Announcements Letters To The Editor Send Us Photos Start A New Subscription ALL NEWS AND ADVERTISEMENT DEADLINE: MONDAYS AT 5:00 P.M. 177 N. Main P.O. Box 337 Heppner, OR 97836 Chris@sykesrealestate.net Broker Chris Sykes 541-215-2274 2 Lots Approx 38 acres $180,000 Bare land to build! Expansive 38-Acre Property Heppner with Two Tax Lots – Endless Possibilities!Unlock the potential of this remarkable property, offering approximately 38 acres of prime land ready for your vision. Two adjoining tax lots are being sold together, providing incredible flexibility and value for buyers seeking a blend of opportunity and space.Property Highlights:Total Acreage: ~38 acres across two parcels.Parcel 1: 35.44 acres Tax ID: 370: located within Heppner city limits.Parcel 2: 3.23 acres Tax ID: 1752: situated just outside city limits. MLS#:597267719 177 N. Main P.O. Box 337 Heppner, OR 97836 Chris@sykesrealestate.net Broker Chris Sykes 541-215-2274 Pending $220,000 This cozy 1950s home, located in a peaceful community, offers a blend of classic charm and modern comforts. The 3-bed, 2-bath property features a finished basement with two bedrooms and a bonus room, perfect for extra space or an office. The well-maintained yard, complete with mature fruit trees, provides a relaxing outdoor space. Essential appliances, including a fridge, range, washer, and dryer, are included, making it move-in ready. Sold as-is or with conventional financing, this charming home is ready for you to make it your own! 285 W ARCADE ST Lexington MLS# 24676541 For Sale $170,000 For Sale Approx 20 Acres $139,000 Beautiful 20-acre property in Eastern Oregon, zoned Exclusive Farm Use (EFU). Along Willow Creek Rd. MLS#: 24056686 Charming 1900 Victorian Home in Heppner, Oregon – A Unique Opportunity! Step into history with this 1900 Victorian gem, located in the picturesque town of Heppner, Oregon. This two-story home offers 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. Classic Victorian Style: From its timeless architecture to intricate woodwork and high ceilings, this home exudes vintage appeal. 4 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms: Plenty of space for a growing family. Detached Garage & Basement: A versatile space for storage, a workshop, or future renovations. Ideal for those with a vision, this property offers the opportunity to restore and personalize to your taste. With a little love and care, this house could become a stunning blend of classic and modern. Enjoy the charm of small-town life in Heppner while crafting the home of your dreams. Don’t miss out on this rare chance. Selling as-is. 195 N COURT ST Heppner MLS#:24426505 $240,000 Discover a timeless treasure with this beautifully preserved Craftsman-style home, featuring 1,174 sq ft on the main level and an additional 1,008 sq ft in basement, perfect for storage or extra space to customize. This 2-bedroom, 1-bath gem combines classic charm with modern comforts, including a newer furnace, forced air heat, and a freshly painted exterior. Located in a prime spot near the school and within walking distance to downtown Heppner, this home provides both convenience and a sense of community. Experience small-town living with easy access to downtown. Don’t miss the chance to make this spacious, character-filled home your own! 240 N COURT ST Heppner MLS#:24652848
