In the final match of Women’s Tugs on Saturday, Sigma Sigma Sigma – coached by Delta Chi – faced Alpha Sigma Alpha – coached by Sigma Nu. After ASA’s victory over Alpha Phi, they took on the top-seeded Tri Sigma and won in two ropes. 

Tri Sigma demonstrated their strength right from the start with an impressive hit, asserting themselves and holding onto their lead without any let-up. 

They continued to gain momentum as their hits became increasingly powerful, ultimately leading to ASA’s submission when the rope was fully removed.

The second round began much more competitively, with neither team gaining a significant edge. ASA took a slight advantage early on with impressive hits and sustained pressure. 

Despite Tri Sigma’s recent success, round two showed a surge for ASA. Ten minutes in, ASA maintained their lead, which continued to grow as the round unfolded. ASA was able to hold onto their lead and ultimately end Tri Sigma’s four-year winning streak.

Despite the dominance shown by Tri Sigma in the first round, ASA managed to seize momentum early in the final rounds and maintained it in an impressive comeback. 

ASA first rope caller and Sigma Nu senior accounting major James Innis noted the tuggers hard work in preparation for the tournament. 

“They put in the time they came out, and then when the new girls came in, they encouraged them to tug and it really built into the culture of their house,” Innis said. 

ASA’s anchor and junior psychology major Alex Knodel reflected on the meaning of spoiling what would have been a four-year winning streak. 

“We haven’t won in so long that it just feels that much sweeter to have worked our butts off for so long,” Knodel said.