VMI Wrestling defeats Campbell on Senior Night
LEXINGTON, Va. – VMI Wrestling came away with its first Southern Conference win of the season in a 32-16 victory over Campbell Friday night at Cormack Hall.
With the win, the Keydets (5-7, 1-4 SoCon) snap their skid and get in the conference win column. This is VMI’s first win over the Fighting Camels since 2015 and its first known win at home since 1979.
Starting the dual at 149 pounds, VMI got the ball rolling with a dominating technical fall from Phoenix Alyea. After getting 12 points from Campbell forfeiting its 157 match and then an injury in the 165 bout, VMI went up 17-0.
174-pounder Beau Lewis earned his first league win in fashion, pinning his opponent in the final minute to put the Keydets in a comfortable 23-0 lead.
Campbell would go on an 11-0 run that cut VMI’s lead in half. But it was another forfeit, this time at 125 pounds, that put the Keydets in the driver’s seat and Campbell out of reach, 29-11. … more at … https://vmikeydets.com/news/2026/2/13/vmi-wrestling-defeats-campbell-on-senior-night.aspx
Stanford Dominates North Carolina
Cardinal defeats Tar Heels, 28-6
CHAPEL HILL, N.C. – Jack Consiglio and EJ Parco registered upsets to lead No. 14 Stanford past No. 16 North Carolina, 28-6, Friday at Carmichael Arena.
In its final dual of the season, Stanford (7-6, 4-2 ACC) won eight of 10 bouts, including two by bonus points. North Carolina drops to 9-5 overall and 2-4 in the conference.
Trailing No. 10 Luke Simcox 6-0 in the second period, Consiglio registered a reversal and then turned for the fall in 4:54 to give Stanford a 12-0 lead in the dual. It marks the highest-ranked win of Consiglio’s career, and the sixth ranked victory for the 141-pounder this season. He moves to 12-5 overall and 7-4 in duals.
Parco posted his fourth consecutive win by knocking off No 16 Bryce Harper, 2-1, at 165 pounds. The redshirt freshman, who is unranked, notched his second straight win over a ranked opponent as he improves to 10-6 overall and 6-4 in duals.
No. 9 Nico Provo opened the dual with a 4-1 decision over No. 13 Kysen Terukina at 125 pounds. The redshirt junior scored a takedown in the first and an escape in the second to improve to 11-4 overall and 6-3 in duals. He now has seven ranked wins on the season.
In the only rematch from last season’s dual against Carolina, No. 8 Tyler Knox defeated No. 27 Ethan Oakley, 3-0. The redshirt sophomore, who fell twice to Oakley last season, scored a reversal to start the second period and then rode Oakley out to lock up the riding time point. Knox is now 12-4 on the year and finishes 10-2 in duals. No. 12 Aden Valencia recorded a 16-7 major decision … more at … https://gostanford.com/news/2026/02/21/stanford-dominates-unc
North Carolina Falls To Stanford On Senior Night, 28-6
CHAPEL HILL, N.C. – Stanford won eight bouts on the night, defeating No. 12 North Carolina, 28-6, Friday evening in Atlantic Coast Conference wrestling action. With the loss, Carolina concludes the regular season with a 9-5 mark in dual competition, including a 2-4 record in conference matches.
On the night, Collin Carrigan (174) and Jacob Levy (285) earned decisions for the host Tar Heels. Carrigan’s 9-7 victory over Stanford’s Collin Guffey was his second-straight ACC win, following last week’s decision against No. 30 Sergio Desiante of Virginia Tech.
Rounding out the match at heavyweight, Levy collected a 9-2 decision against Brokton Borelli. The win for Levy was his first conference victory for the Tar Heel true freshman. Up next, the Tar Heels travel to the 2026 ACC Championships on Sunday, March 8 in Blacksburg, Va.
No. 20 Stanford 28, No. 12 North Carolina 6
Feb. 20, 2026 | Carmichael Arena | Chapel Hill, N.C. | Attendance: 625
125: No. 9 Nico Provo (Stanford) over No. 13 Kysen Terukina (UNC): 4-1 Dec
133: No. 8 Tyler Knox (Stanford) over No. 27 Ethan Oakley (UNC): 2-0 Dec
141: No. 16 Jack Consiglio (Stanford) over No. 10 Luke Simcox (UNC): Fall (4:54) … more at … https://goheels.com/news/2026/2/20/wrestling-falls-to-stanford-on-senior-night-28-6
Army Secures the Star Dual in Thriller at Navy
ANNAPOLIS, Md. – The fate of Army West Point wrestling hung in the balance of a single bout.
But when everything was all said and done, the Black Knights left Friday night’s rivalry match with a 19-18 win over the Navy Midshipmen.
Everything fell into place in the waning moments of the dual for Army to sing second. With its back against the wall just minutes earlier, the Black Knights had an opening to finish the Star Dual on top after trailing in the team score by as much as five points after bout eight.
With the final result squarely down to Brady Colbert and his counterpart Spencer Lanosga—both top 16 wrestlers in both the InterMat and FloWrestling rankings—the pair of 285 lb wrestlers were engaged to the last second.
Friday night’s victor would need the smallest edge to pull ahead in the dual, and the same rung true in the final bout. Fortunately for Colbert, that edge was earned in the penultimate period with a two-minute ride.
With the riding time point secured, Colbert simply had to let the clock expire without conceding points, and he did just that, regrouping at a timeout with 17 ticks on the clock before finishing the job for Army. Winning 2-0, the sophomore clinched a one-point dual win for the Black Knights.
Army completes the dual season with a 5-5 overall record and a 5-1 mark in EIWA matches. Friday’s win was the program’s third straight over Navy, its second in a row in Annapolis, and its eighth over the past 12 years for Army over its academy rivals.
For Army, the dual got off to the best start imaginable, when Charlie Farmer secured a fall over Navy’s Andrew Binni just 37 seconds into the bout to give the Black Knights an early 6-0 lead. Ethan Berginc followed at 133 lbs with a full second period … more at … https://goarmywestpoint.com/news/2026/2/20/wrestling-secures-the-star-dual-in-thriller-at-navy
Davidson Wildcats Set Program Record for SoCon Wins in a Season
DAVIDSON, N.C. – The Davidson wrestling program reached a new milestone Friday night, setting a school record for Southern Conference victories in a single season with a 26-17 win over Campbell on Senior Night at John M. Belk Arena.
The victory marked the Wildcats’ fourth league win of the 2025-26 campaign, breaking the previous program mark set in 2020-21 and 2021-22. In addition, it was their first win over the Fighting Camels since 2015.
After dropping the opening matches at 133 and 141 pounds, Davidson (6-13, 4-4 SoCon) strung together four straight wins, ignited by Anderson Heap’s 19-4 technical fall over Hudson Waldrop. Heap, the reigning SoCon Wrestler of the Week, climbed into the national rankings Tuesday, debuting at No. 29.
Wrestling in his final match in front of the home fans, senior captain Tanner Peake followed by pinning Ryan Phillips in 5:58 to put the Wildcats in front for good.
A forfeit for Bryce Griffin at 165 pounds extended the margin to 17-7 before senior Marc Koch all but put the dual out of reach with a hard-fought 3-1 decision. Davidson’s final victory came from Brady Joling at 125 pounds by way of medical default.
Campbell (2-20, 1-7 SoCon) also picked up wins from Brant Cracraft (184), Conor Maslanek (197) and Sawyer VanRider (285).
Up Next
Davidson will host the annual Wildcat Open … more at … https://davidsonwildcats.com/news/2026/2/20/wrestling-cats-set-program-record-for-socon-wins-defeat-campbell-26-17
#8 N.C. State Wolfpack Inches Past Cornell in Final Dual of the Season
RALEIGH – Eighth-ranked NC State wrestling defeated Cornell 19-18 at home for its final dual of the 2025-26 season to finish 15-4 overall and 5-1 in the ACC.
In his 14 years at the helm, Pat Popolizio has secured 12 total seasons with a dual record of at least 10 wins, the two outlying seasons being his first in Raleigh and COVID.
The Wolfpack and Big Red split the dual, claiming five bouts apiece, proving bonus points to be crucial. NC State won the first four bouts while Cornell took the final four.
Technical falls by sixth-years Isaac Trumble and Zach Redding help boost the Pack to a 16-0 lead before dropping the first match for the red-and-white.
At 149 lbs, Koy Buesgens had the highlight of the night, defeating No. 2 Jaxon Joy for the highest-ranked win of his career and shutting down Joy’s undefeated season.
Matty Singleton dropped a tight match with No. 2 Simon Ruiz at 174 lbs by a 8-6 decision despite jumping out to a 6-2 lead at the start.
Up Next
The Wolfpack prepares for the ACC Championship, … more at … https://gopack.com/news/2026/2/20/-8-wrestling-inches-past-cornell-in-final-dual-of-the-season
Mount Olive Women’s Wrestling Sits Third After Day One of NCAA Women’s Wrestling Regional #3
FRANKLIN SPRINGS, Ga. — The University of Mount Olive women’s wrestling team delivered a strong showing on day one of the 2026 NCAA Women’s Wrestling Regional #3, hosted by Emmanuel University on Friday in Franklin Springs, Ga. The Trojans ended the opening day in third place with 62.5 points, placing five wrestlers into the championship semifinals and three into the consolation bracket.
According to the latest National Wrestling Coaches Association (NWCA) team rankings, updated Feb. 12, Presbyterian and King entered the weekend tied for fifth, while Emmanuel stood 10th nationally. After day one of competition, the team standings are as follows:
- Presbyterian – 85 points (10 championship semifinalists)
- Emmanuel (Ga.) – 67 points (6 championship, 3 consolations)
- Mount Olive – 62.5 points (5 championship, 3 consolations)
- King – 55.5 points (6 championship)
- Delaware State – 42 points (3 championship, 4 consolations)
Championship Bracket Performances
At 110 pounds, Katie Simmons opened with a dominant 10–0 technical fall over Aniyah Baker (Huntingdon) before pinning Dusti Casperson (Southern Virginia) in 2:29 during the quarterfinals. Simmons will face Chloe Dearwester of Presbyterian College in the semifinals.
Top-seeded Lilian Prendergast (103) received a first-round bye and then needed just 1:05 to pin Celeste Welch (Newberry) in the quarterfinals. She advances to the semifinals against Rebekah Jean-Baptist of Emmanuel.
At 207 pounds, Zaria Robinson impressed with two quick victories, pinning Riley Stokes (Newberry) in 0:31 and earning a 10–0 technical fall over Allison Gabarrete (Emory & Henry). Robinson will face L.J Peters (Randolph) in the semifinals.
Kaylsee Hill (138) recorded back-to-back falls, pinning Seani Casperson (Southern Virginia) in 2:03 and Aalijah Pineda (Emmanuel) in 5:29. Hill will meet Carina Gianeruso of Presbyterian in the semifinals.
At 180 pounds, second-seeded Journey Land received a first-round bye and then pinned Jehieli Velez (Delaware State) in 2:20 to move into the semifinals, where she will take on Morgan Linton (McDaniel).
Consolation Bracket Highlights
Ahriana Scales (117) rebounded after a quarterfinal loss with a 2:58 pin over Rebekah Kinkade (Allen) and will continue in the consolation bracket against Ariana Carnahan (McDaniel).
At 131 pounds, Bella Murillo opened with a 14–2 technical fall over Nadia Ungurean (Frostburg State), … more at … https://umotrojans.com/news/2026/2/20/womens-wrestling-mount-olive-womens-wrestling-sits-third-after-day-one-of-ncaa-womens-wrestling-regional-3.aspx
Tomlinson Reaches Semifinals of NCAA Regionals
Franklin Springs, GA – Greensboro College Women’s Wrestling competed in day one of the NCAA Regionals on Friday at Emmanuel University.
Kyra Tomlinson went 2-0 in the 138lb class to advance to Saturday’s semifinals. She defeated Annalie Mejia of Waynesburg in round one, and then took down Stephanie Noel of Randolph in the quarterfinals. Tomlinson will wrestle Ruby Julien-Newsom of King University in the semifinals.
Hailie Misplay wrestled in the 145lb class and went 2-1 on Friday. She lost her first match of the day, but then won 10-0 in her second match, followed by a 10-6 victory in her third match of the day.
Breanna Davis went 0-2 in the 110lb class for Greensboro, … more at … https://greensborocollegesports.com/news/2026/2/20/womens-wrestling-tomlinson-reaches-semifinals-of-ncaa-regionals.aspx
Presbyterian College Goes 14-0 in Day One of Regional Tournament, All Ten Wrestlers Advance
FRANKLIN SPRINGS, Ga. – The fifth-ranked Presbyterian College women’s wrestling team was quite literally perfect on Friday afternoon in the first two rounds of the Southeast Region Championships, qualifying all 10 competitors to the Semifinals tomorrow.
PC wrestled 14 times and never lost, off to a tremendous start in their pursuit of a second consecutive Region title. Two new rules for the first season of women’s wrestling under the NCAA banner: teams can only qualify a maximum of 10 to Nationals next month and the Regional bracket is split up into two days.
The Blue Hose were unimpeded all day at Emmanuel, pinning eight opponents … more at … https://gobluehose.com/news/2026/2/20/womens-wrestling-pc-goes-14-0-in-day-one-of-regional-tournament-all-ten-wrestlers-advance.aspx
Mid-South Conference includes Lewis on Champions of Character Team
BOWLING GREEN, Ky.— According to a release from the Mid-South Conference (MSC) office Friday morning, Montreat College women’s wrestling senior Nicole Lewis landed on the 2025-26 MSC Women’s Wrestling Champions of Character Team. In total, 13 student-athletes garnered the annual league honor.
A senior from Chugiak, Alaska, Lewis is 20-20 on the season entering the MSC Women’s Wrestling Championships. Earlier this season, she appeared in the 160-lb weight class rankings of the NAIA Women’s Wrestling Coaches’ Top 20 for the first time in her collegiate career.
The MSC recognizes a Champions of Character Team for each championship sport. The student-athletes honored on this year’s MSC Women’s Wrestling Champions of Character Team were nominated by their coaches based on their leadership on and off campus, as well as their demonstration of the NAIA’s five core character values. … more at … https://montreatcavaliers.com/news/2026/2/20/womens-wrestling-mid-south-conference-includes-lewis-on-champions-of-character-team.aspx
Six Consecutive Individual Wins Propel The Citadel Past Gardner-Webb, 19-13
BOILING SPRINGS, N.C. — Carried by six straight individual wins stretching from Carson DesRosier (149 lbs) to Adam Ortega (197 lbs) and highlighted by a sudden victory stunner courtesy of Jacob Silka (174 lbs), The Citadel (8-6, 4-0 SoCon) showcased late-season resiliency in the team’s penultimate road clash at Gardner-Webb (4-11, 1-3 SoCon), rallying from an early double-digit deficit en route to an eventual 19-13 victory Friday evening at Paul Porter Arena.
“In the six years I have been apart of the program here at The Citadel, Gardner Webb has always fought really hard against us and they have always brought their best,” interim head coach Luke Welch said. “Gardner Webb beat Air Force at the beginning of the year and we lost to Air Force. Knowing that and the history, I told the guys we needed to be ready to go, but we weren’t and found ourselves in a dogfight. Fortunately, we found a way to get the win but have to learn from this match and get better from it. I do think it’s a positive for our guys to experience a dogfight before getting into post season play.”
Next up, the four-event roadtrip … more at … https://citadelsports.com/news/2026/2/6/wrestling-six-consecutive-individual-wins-propel-the-citadel-past-gardner-webb-19-13.aspx
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