Aberdeen, S.D. - Northern State's Teagan Block (wrestling) and Abbey Holmes (women's basketball) are this week's South Dakota Army National Guard Athletes of the Week following their performances last weekend.
 
Block went 4-1 for the Wolves at the NWCA National Duals. He tallied a 15-0 technical fall over Matt Englehardt of No. 1 West Liberty to kick-off the weekend. The 133-pounder added a 5-4 decision win against Jack Huffman of Augustana and upset No. 11 Ryan Wehner of Lake Erie in a 4-2 decision. He closed out his weekend with an 8-2 decision over Englehardt.
 
Holmes averaged 9.5 points per game for the Wolves against Minnesota State and Winona State. She led the team with four made 3-pointers, shooting 44.4% from beyond the arc. The senior added four assists, three rebounds, and one steal in the two games. Her 11 points against the Warriors was a career high for the guard.
 
About the SD Army National Guard
The National Guard dates back to 1636 when Citizen-Soldiers formed militias to defend their community and country. Since its formation, the Guard has stayed true to its roots. Enlisting in the National Guard means more time at home because your service in the South Dakota Army National Guard is part-time. Get a degree with money for school, learn job skills that translate to the civilian world, make bonds that last a lifetime, and earn a sense of pride that's everlasting. When you become a Guard Soldier, your family will thank you, your country will thank you, and your future will owe you. The South Dakota Army National Guard's goal is to direct future Soldiers toward life-changing opportunities by helping individuals and families become better today than yesterday. We transform citizens into Citizen-Soldiers that have Integrity, are Innovative, Proud, Courageous, Brave, and exemplify Unity and Honor. Learn more by visiting nationalguard.com/select-your-state/SD.