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JACKS TO SQUARE OFF WITH TAR HEELS AT PENTAGON

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. – South Dakota State will square off on the mat with the University of North Carolina in a wrestling dual on Friday, Dec. 18, at the Sanford Pentagon. Ticket sales and broadcast information will be determined at a later date.
“These are two tremendous wrestling programs that will provide a great show in Sioux Falls,” said Jesse Smith, vice president of Sanford Sports. “South Dakota State has an enthusiastic fan base that has supported the team over the years at the Pentagon, and we’re excited to welcome North Carolina to the Rushmore State for the very first time.”
South Dakota State head coach Damion Hahn and North Carolina head coach Rob Koll previously worked together at Cornell University in Ithaca, New York, where Coach Hahn served as an assistant for Coach Koll from 2006-2013 before being elevated to associate head coach from 2013-2018. Coach Koll is entering his 4th season leading his alma mater at UNC, where he was the 1988 national champion at 158 pounds. In his first three seasons leading the Tar Heels, at least five individuals have qualified for the NCAA Tournament each year.
“We are appreciative of South Dakota State and the Sanford Pentagon for their collaborative efforts in putting together this dual,” Koll said. “Having previously worked with Coach Hahn during our time together at Cornell, I have tremendous respect for him and his program at SDSU. We look forward to bringing the Tar Heels to Sioux Falls in December.” … more at … https://gojacks.com/news/2026/6/30/wrestling-jacks-to-square-off-with-tar-heels-at-pentagon?utm_source=substack&utm_medium=email

July 4, 2026 Posted by The TakeDown Report | Uncategorized | Leave a comment