Ellinwood girls qualify for state wrestling

Three Ellinwood wrestlers advance to the state tournament after strong regional performances.

Published on Feb. 15, 2026

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Three wrestlers from Ellinwood High School qualified for the state wrestling tournament after successful performances at the 3-1A Regional tournament. McKena Parker (110 lbs), Alexandria Gonzalez (115 lbs), and Jenna Borror (135 lbs) all advanced to state by placing in the top four of their respective weight classes.

Why it matters

Qualifying for the state wrestling tournament is a major accomplishment for high school athletes, as it showcases their hard work, skill, and dedication to the sport. For a small school like Ellinwood, having three wrestlers make it to state is a testament to the strength of their wrestling program and the talent of their student-athletes.

The details

At the 3-1A Regional tournament, McKena Parker (110 lbs) had a strong showing, winning three matches before falling to Kaleigh Ochoa of Scott Community in the championship match. Alexandria Gonzalez (115 lbs) also competed well, winning two matches before being eliminated. Jenna Borror (135 lbs) had an impressive tournament, winning six matches to finish in third place and secure her spot at state.

  • The 3-1A Regional tournament took place on February 14, 2026.

The players

McKena Parker

A wrestler for Ellinwood High School who competed in the 110 lb weight class at the 3-1A Regional tournament, qualifying for the state tournament.

Alexandria Gonzalez

A wrestler for Ellinwood High School who competed in the 115 lb weight class at the 3-1A Regional tournament, qualifying for the state tournament.

Jenna Borror

A wrestler for Ellinwood High School who competed in the 135 lb weight class at the 3-1A Regional tournament, qualifying for the state tournament.

Kaleigh Ochoa

A wrestler for Scott Community High School who defeated McKena Parker in the 110 lb championship match at the 3-1A Regional tournament.

Ellinwood High School

A small high school located in Ellinwood, Kansas that has a successful wrestling program, with three wrestlers qualifying for the state tournament.

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What they’re saying

“Qualifying for the state tournament is a major accomplishment for our wrestlers. They've worked hard all season and deserve this opportunity to compete at the highest level.”

— Ellinwood High School Wrestling Coach (gbtribune.com)

What’s next

The state wrestling tournament will take place on February 28-29, 2026, where the Ellinwood wrestlers will compete against the best in their weight classes from across the state.

The takeaway

Ellinwood High School's wrestling program continues to produce talented athletes, with three wrestlers qualifying for the state tournament this year. This is a testament to the dedication and hard work of the coaches and athletes, and it showcases the strength of the program in a small Kansas town.