Buchanan Bears Dominate Central Section Masters Girls Wrestling

Four Buchanan wrestlers claim individual titles at the regional championship event

Published on Feb. 22, 2026

The Buchanan High girls wrestling team won the Central Section Masters tournament held at Selland Arena in Fresno on Saturday. Four Buchanan wrestlers - Marcia Nunez, Christina Estrada, Trinity Garza and Olivia Faust - finished in first place in their respective weight classes. Highland placed second as a team, followed by Golden West, Bakersfield, Righetti, and Nipomo.

Why it matters

Buchanan's dominant performance at the regional tournament sets them up well for a strong showing at the upcoming state championships in Bakersfield. The Bears are looking to improve on their third-place finish at the 2025 state meet, where Clovis East claimed the team title.

The details

Marcia Nunez, Christina Estrada, Trinity Garza and Olivia Faust all won individual titles for Buchanan at the Central Section Masters. Estrada won her match by technical fall. Highland placed second as a team, followed by Golden West, Bakersfield, Righetti, and Nipomo in the final team standings.

  • The Central Section Masters tournament was held on Saturday, February 22, 2026 at Selland Arena in Fresno.
  • Buchanan finished third at the 2025 state championships, while Clovis East won the team title that year.

The players

Buchanan High

The Buchanan High girls wrestling team won the Central Section Masters tournament.

Marcia Nunez

A Buchanan wrestler who won an individual title at the Central Section Masters.

Christina Estrada

A Buchanan wrestler who won an individual title at the Central Section Masters, defeating her opponent by technical fall.

Trinity Garza

A Buchanan wrestler who won an individual title at the Central Section Masters.

Olivia Faust

A Buchanan wrestler who won an individual title at the Central Section Masters.

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What’s next

Buchanan will look to continue its winning ways at the state championships next week in Bakersfield.

The takeaway

Buchanan's dominant performance at the Central Section Masters tournament, with four individual champions, positions the Bears as a top contender for the state title after finishing third in 2025. The team's depth and talent suggest they have a strong chance to claim the state championship this year.