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Santoro Nets 200th Win at Lehigh as Mountain Hawks Down Morgan State 34-9

BALTIMORE – No. 21 Lehigh picked up its sixth consecutive dual win in the new year with a 34-9 victory at Morgan State Friday night at Hurt Gymnasium. The Mountain Hawks won seven of 10 bouts, scoring bonus points in six of those seven wins.
The victory was No. 200 for Lehigh head coach Pat Santoro as coach of the Mountain Hawks. The 18th-year mentor is now 200-92-1 in charge of the Brown and White.
Lehigh is now 9-6 in duals and a perfect 4-0 against EIWA opponents this season.
Graduate student Sheldon Seymour was given the night off at 125 with sophomore Logan Wadle stepping in against Julian Dawson. Wadle scored the first takedown, but Dawson responded with a second period reversal and late third period takedown to grab a 7-3 decision as the Bears struck first.
First-year Mason Ziegler put Lehigh in front with a 19-3 technical fall victory over Jimmie Jones at 133, with the match ended late in the second period.
Lehigh increased its lead to 11-3 after 141 as sophomore Luke Stanich built a 6-1 lead before pinning Shawn Ryncarz in 1:55 for his first fall of the season.
Morgan State’s lone ranked wrestler, No. 28 Eugene Harney, picked up the Bears’ second win, edging senior Carter Bailey 10-7 in sudden victory. Bailey was making his first dual appearance at 149. He led 4-3 after one period and led by a point into the third before Harney scored a late takedown, which combined with a Bailey escape and riding time, sent the match to overtime. Harney scored the winning takedown with less than a minute remaining in sudden victory.
At 157, sophomore Logan Rozynski needed a late rally to defeat … more at … https://lehighsports.com/news/2026/2/6/mens-wrestling-santoro-nets-200th-win-at-lehigh-as-mountain-hawks-down-morgan-state-34-9

February 11, 2026 Posted by | Uncategorized | Leave a comment

Davidson WildCats Hold off VMI to Equal School Record for SoCon Wins

LEXINGTON, Va. – Davidson claimed a 24-18 win against VMI in Southern Conference wrestling action Saturday afternoon, sealed by DJ Spring II’s sudden victory at 285 pounds inside Cormack Hall.
The Wildcats tied a program record for SoCon victories in a campaign by securing their third league win of the 2025-26 season, which also improved their overall record to 5-11.
With the ‘Cats clinging to a 21-18 lead entering the final bout, Spring II and Drake Garrison entered overtime deadlock at 5-5. Thanks to a take down followed by a near fall, the junior from nearby Newton, N.C., provided the decisive points in a league dual for the second time this season.
In his conference debut, freshman Kiyan Simon secured a 6-5 decision over Kyle Gibson, earning the first points for Davidson and narrowing the gap to 6-3 after VMI initially led due to a 125-pound forfeit.
After Dyson Dunham pushed the Keydet margin to 10-3 with a major decision at 141 pounds, the Wildcats responded with tech falls from Anderson Heap (149 lbs | 21-2) and Tanner Peake (157 lbs | 17-2) to grab their first lead of the match, 13-10.
For Heap, he remained unbeaten against league competition improving to 5-0. … more at … https://davidsonwildcats.com/news/2026/2/7/wrestling-cats-hold-off-vmi-late-surge-to-equal-school-record-for-socon-wins

February 10, 2026 Posted by | Uncategorized | Leave a comment

No. 24 Wrestling Takes Down Ferrum, Clinches Outright Division Title

By: Alex Pearce, Assistant Athletic Communications Director
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PEMBROKE – No. 24 UNC Pembroke took nine bouts, including seven bonus-point wins, en route to a 43-6 win over Ferrum to close out the regular season and wrap up the Conference Carolinas East Division outright Friday night on Lumbee Guaranty Bank Court.
The Braves (15-4, 8-2 CC) improved to 6-0 all-time against the Panthers (6-8, 2-7 CC), as the two squads faced off for the first time since February 5, 2017.
The Black & Gold will be back in action Sunday, February 15 as they play host to the Conference Carolinas Wrestling Championship. The Braves will take on West Division No. 2 seed Montevallo in the semifinals, with action set to begin at 11 a.m and the winner slated to face the winner of West Division No. 1 seed Lander and East Division No. 2 seed Belmont Abbey at 1 p.m. 
More information can be found at the Conference Carolinas Wrestling Championship headquarters page.

FERRUM AT #24 UNCP (W, 43-6)

With the match starting at 157 pounds, Tyler Nelson got the Braves on the board first with a decision win. At 165 pounds, Nick Williams started a string of bonus-point wins for the Black & Gold, as Jose Zambrano Canuto (184 pounds), Jackson Buck (197), James Bankston (285), and Cooper Davis (125) each recorded technical falls. After a Ferrum win … more at …

February 10, 2026 Posted by | Uncategorized | Leave a comment

No. 2 Ohio State Completes Home Season Undefeated, Down No. 5 Iowa, 24-9

17-0 start best in program history
COLUMBUS, Ohio — No. 2 Ohio State (17-0, 6-0) concluded the home portion of the 2026 season Friday with a 24-9 win against No. 5 Iowa (9-5, 2-3) at the sold out Covelli Center (4,749).
Ohio State completed the home schedule undefeated (7-0) at the Covelli Center for the first time. The 17-0 overall start to the 2025-26 season is the best in program history. 
Starting at 157 pounds, Iowa took a 9-0 lead with three wins by decision. Ohio State then scored 24-unanswered points for the victory.
157 – Victor Voinovich III (IOWA) def. Maddox Shaw (OSU), D, 5-1
The first period ended scoreless. Voinovich got the first score with an escape to start the second. He added a takedown for a 4-0 advantage midway through the period to lead after five minutes. Shaw escaped to begin the third to make it 4-1 Hawkeyes. With a point for riding time, Voinovich got the win by decision, 5-1.
165 – (3) Michael Caliendo (IOWA) def. e’Than Birden (OSU), D, 8-2
Caliendo opened with a takedown. Birden scored with an escape. Caliendo added a takedown to lead 6-1 after the first three minutes. Caliendo added an escape to open the second for a 7-1 lead after two periods. Birden added an escape to make it 7-2 Iowa. With a point for riding time, Caliendo got the win by decision, 8-2. 
174 – (3) Patrick Kennedy (IOWA) def. (5) Carson Kharchla (OSU), D, 2-1
Neither wrestler was able to put points on the board in the opening three minutes. Kharchla chose down to start the second and got the escape point for a 1-0 lead. The match stopped briefly for a Kharchla … more at … https://ohiostatebuckeyes.com/news/2026/2/6/wrestling-no-2-ohio-state-completes-home-season-undefeated-down-no-5-iowa-24-9

February 10, 2026 Posted by | Uncategorized | Leave a comment

Appalachian State Alumni Day Interviews (2/9/2026)

Here are a pair of interviews from Appalachian State’s Alumni Day on Sunday. … more at … https://intermatwrestle.com/articles.html/college/socon/appalachian-state-alumni-day-interviews-292026-r100806/

February 10, 2026 Posted by | Uncategorized | Leave a comment

Makovsky to Retire Following 2025-26 Season

MANKATO, Minn. — Minnesota State men’s wrestling coach Jim Makovsky announced today that he will step down following the 2025-26 season, officially retiring June 30, 2026, bringing a decorated 33-year career at MSU to a close.
Makovsky, who has amassed a 327-149-3 record at Minnesota State, is just the third head coach in the 75-year history of the program. Including four seasons at his alma mater, Valley City State, he holds a career record of 350-169-4. His 350 career wins is eighth all-time in NCAA Division II and among active coaches, he has the second most dual victories in Division II.
“After 33 unforgettable years at Minnesota State University— I have decided that the time is right to retire from my role as head wrestling coach at the end of this season,” said Makovsky.
“This program has been one of the great honors of my life. I’ve had the privilege of working alongside dedicated student-athletes, assistant coaches, alumni, administrators, and supporters who believe in something bigger than themselves. Together, we built a culture rooted in hard work, humility, accountability, and pride-Hungry, Humble, Smart. Watching young people grow, struggle, persevere, and ultimately discover who they can become has been the most rewarding part of this journey.
“I am deeply grateful to every student-athlete who trusted me with their career, every family who shared their son with our program, every colleague who challenged and supported me, and every fan who showed up — in the stands, online, or from miles away to cheer on Maverick Wrestling. This community is special and I’m grateful for all the support and my wrestlers were honored to support it back. 
“Coaching is never a solo act. It’s a team effort, and I’ve been blessed to be surrounded by exceptional people at every step.  I was fortunate to work alongside excellent assistant coaches, athletic trainers, … more at … https://msumavericks.com/news/2026/2/9/wrestling-makovsky-to-retire-following-2025-26-season.aspx

February 10, 2026 Posted by | Uncategorized | , | Leave a comment

#9 NC State Survives #12 Pitt on the Road

PITTSBURGH, Pa. – In another conference nail-biter battle, ninth-ranked NC State survived 12th-ranked Pittsburgh on the road Friday night by an 18-13 score that was decided in the final bout.
Facing its final ranked road opponent in dual competition, No. 9 NC State defeated No. 12 Pittsburgh due to heavyweight Isaac Trumble’s victory to close out the dual. The win marks the program’s seventh consecutive win over the Panthers.
Starting at 125 pounds, the Wolfpack took care of business in the first four bouts to climb to a 12-0 team lead. Zach Redding at 133 provided a crucial win over 23rd-ranked Evan Tallmadge to tack on his third ranked victory this season.
Dropping the 157 lb match by major decision gave bonus points to the Panthers to get on the board at the halfway point. Freshman Will Denny got the Pack back on track with a ranked win at 165 to extend NC State’s lead to 15-4 heading into the final four bouts of the night.
The next three matches were claimed by Pittsburgh after sixth-ranked Matty Singleton fell in sudden victory at 174 lbs. Moving into the final bout, the team score stood at 15-13 with the red-and-white leading.
For the second time this season, the win for the Pack was clinched by the sixth-year veteran closer at heavyweight, Isaac Trumble. … more at … https://gopack.com/news/2026/2/6/wrestling-9-nc-state-survives-12-pitt-on-the-road

February 9, 2026 Posted by | Uncategorized | Leave a comment

No. 13 UNC Wrestling Defeats Duke, 25-13

CHAPEL HILL, N.C. – The 13th-ranked North Carolina wrestling team utilized four major decisions and a fall, en route to a 25-13 victory over Duke Friday evening, inside Carmichael Arena. With the win, the Tar Heels improve to 9-3 on the season, and 2-2 in Atlantic Coast Conference duals.
In the 101st meeting between the two programs, Carolina has now won 10-straight over the Blue Devils and 48 of the last 50 duals against Duke. On the night, Cameron Stinson Jr. (125) claimed a decision, Ethan Oakley (133), Laird Root (157), Jake Dailey (184) and Robert Platt (197) earned major decisions, highlighted by Joey Showalter’s (157) second-period fall.
Opening the night at 157, Root collected the first bonus-point win on the night, followed by Showalter’s second-period fall at the end of period two. Following a win by Duke at 174-pounds, Dailey and Platt responded with two-straight major decisions for the Tar Heels. At 125-pounds, Stinson earned an escape with seconds remaining, collecting his first ACC win of the season and his second-straight season with a decision against the Blue Devils.
Oakley’s 10-1 major decision at 133-pounds closed the Carolina success on the night, securing the Trinity, N.C. product’s 100th-career victory, and his second ACC win on the campaign. Up next, the Tar Heels travel to No. 7 Virginia Tech Friday evening. … more at … https://goheels.com/news/2026/2/6/no-13-wrestling-defeats-duke-25-13
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Four Blue Devils Collect Wins at No. 13 North Carolina
CHAPEL HILL, N.C. — The Duke wrestling team traveled down the road to 13th-ranked North Carolina Friday evening and featured four Blue Devils with wins, but dropped a 25-13 decision to the Tar Heels inside Carmichael Arena.
Totaling victories on the evening were Aidan Wallace (174), Connor Barket (285), Raymond Adams (141) and Dylan Ross (149).  It marked the second match in a row that the trio of Wallace, Barket and Ross totaled victories.  Duke dropped to 6-11, 0-4 in the ACC, while North Carolina moved to 9-3, 2-3. 
HOW IT HAPPENED
At heavyweight, Duke’s 20th-ranked Connor Barket had a scoreless first period against Jacob Levy.Barket, who hails from West Lafayette, Indiana, took a 1-0 lead in the second and then registered a takedown to go ahead, 4-0.Barket added a point for UNC stalling and led 5-0 entering 
The match opened at 157 pounds with Duke’s Mikey Boulanger going up against 28th-ranked Laird Root of the Tar Heels.After falling behind, 12-2, in the second period, Boulanger registered the Blue Devils’ first takedown of the night to cut into the lead, 12-5.Laird ended up totaling a 16-6 major decision victory.
At 174 pounds, Duke’s 23rd-ranked Aidan Wallace and Collin Carrigan featured a scoreless first period.A product of Mahwah, N.J., Wallace took a 1-0 lead with an escape in the second.He then collected a takedown to go ahead, 4-0.With a 4-0 lead entering the third, Wallace added another takedown to move the ledger to 7-0.Carrigan added an escape with 20 seconds remaining, but Wallace was too strong notching a 7-1 decision.
The Blue Devils notched at least one takedown in each of the first four bouts. … more at … https://goduke.com/news/2026/2/6/wrestling-four-blue-devils-collect-wins-at-no-13-north-carolina

February 8, 2026 Posted by | Uncategorized | , , | Leave a comment

W&L Cruises Past Greensboro, 46–3, on Senior Night in ODAC Dual

LEXINGTON, Va. — Washington and Lee University men’s wrestling turned in a dominant performance Thursday night, defeating Greensboro College 46–3 in an Old Dominion Athletic Conference dual inside the Class of 1969 Doremus Gymnasium. The Generals won eight of nine contested bouts, recording seven bonus-point victories, including five falls and two technical falls, to secure the lopsided conference win.

After a double forfeit at 125, Washington and Lee controlled the dual from start to finish, using a relentless stretch through the middle of the lineup to pull away early.

View the complete results for dual here: Track Wrestling

Up Next:  Washington and Lee heads back on the road tomorrow night, traveling to Salem, Va., to face top-ranked Roanoke College in an ODAC showdown on Friday at 7 p.m. Fans can follow the action via FloWrestling.

W&L 46, GC 3

W&L opened the scoring with a forfeit win at 133 before quickly building momentum behind a string of bonus-point victories. Calvin Wiedemer set the tone at 141 with a 20–4 technical fall, and the Generals never slowed down from there.

From 149 through 184, Washington and Lee … more at … https://generalssports.com/news/2026/2/5/wrestling-w-l-cruises-past-greensboro-46-3-on-senior-night-in-odac-dual.aspx
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Wrestling Wins Final Road Dual of the Season

Hornets Defeat WildCats, 33-19
LYNCHBURG, Va. – The Shenandoah University wrestling team defeated Randolph College 33-19 on Thursday night in an ODAC road dual.

A late victory by fall from Tyler-Nicholas Ritz, followed by a major decision for Aidan Kammar helped secure the victory for the Hornets (3-6, 1-4 ODAC). Overall, SU won six of its four matches against the WildCats (1-9, 1-5).

RESULTS

125: Braylon Farris (RAN) over (Shen) (For.)
133: Zakariya Gurban (RAN) over Anakin Burks (Shen) (Dec 11-9)
141: Sean Rinebolt (Shen) over Adrian Fox (RAN) (Fall 4:10)
149: Griffin Stewart (Shen) over Adon Overstreet (RAN) (Inj. 6:34) … more at … https://suhornets.com/news/2026/2/5/mens-wrestling-wrestling-wins-final-road-dual-of-the-season.aspx

February 8, 2026 Posted by | Uncategorized | Leave a comment

Women’s wrestling secures first win inside McAlister Gymnasium on senior night

MONTREAT, N.C.— The Montreat College women’s wrestling squad hosted a team dual inside McAlister Gymnasium for the first time in program history on Thursday. After beating the Brewton-Parker Christian University Barons earlier this season, 36-12, the Cavaliers repeated their success on senior night, this time by a 38-12 final score. With the triumph over a Mid-South Conference (MSC) squad, the Cavs climbed to a program-best 14-7 (3-5 MSC) record, while BPCU dropped to 8-3 (0-2 MSC).  
Jumping out to a 24-1 lead, the hosts wasted no time establishing the upper hand. No. 14-ranked Morgan Repasky opened the night with a forfeit triumph, while Sirenity Davis followed with a 16-4 tech fall win at 110. Sheyla Ochoa Salgado, Daniela Espinal and Mary Clark notched swift pins across the ensuing three bouts, quickly putting the dual out of reach. Espinal’s victory marked her 25th of the campaign, matching the program’s single-season wins record in the process.  
The Barons showed some life with a pin of their own in the 138-lb weight class, but the Cavaliers got right back to their winning ways with three more triumphs. Uriah Peters-Gutierrez and Shay Potter claimed forfeits, and senior Nicole Lewis registered a 14-4 tech fall against her opposition.  
Senior Audrey Gribble also wrestled Thursday evening, moving up a weight class to 207. While she was unable to come away with a win, she joined her fellow seniors, Lewis and Marissa Delacruz, in celebrating their collegiate careers alongside a 38-12 team victory. “It’s special getting to honor seniors, … more at … https://montreatcavaliers.com/news/2026/2/5/womens-wrestling-womens-wrestling-secures-first-win-inside-mcalister-gymnasium-on-senior-night.aspx

February 7, 2026 Posted by | Uncategorized | Leave a comment

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