Story Links LOUISVILLE, Ky. – The Bellarmine University wrestling team is set to compete this weekend after nearly three weeks since their last match. The Knights will take to the mat at the Cougar Clash, organized by Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville, on Saturday, December 7, at First Community Arena. Competing alongside the Knights will be No. 13 […]
LOUISVILLE, Ky. – The Bellarmine University wrestling team is set to compete this weekend after nearly three weeks since their last match. The Knights will take to the mat at the Cougar Clash, organized by Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville, on Saturday, December 7, at First Community Arena.
Competing alongside the Knights will be No. 13 Illinois, No. 20 Little Rock, No. 8 Minnesota, No. 16 Missouri, Northern Colorado, and host SIUE. Although Northern Colorado is not officially ranked, they are receiving votes in the NCWA’s current poll. Moreover, 41 wrestlers from the seven teams engaged in this tournament are ranked in the top 33 of their respective weight classes by InterMat, highlighting this as one of the most formidable lineups the Knights will encounter this season.
Last time out, Bellarmine faced Kent State, securing a 25-14 dual victory at Knights Hall. This victory marked a significant recovery following the team’s opening dual against No. 2 Iowa.
In their match against Kent State, the Knights celebrated wins from freshman David Mayora (141), redshirt freshman Jeb Prechtel (157), senior Cole Nance (165), redshirt sophomore Grant O’Dell (174), redshirt senior Devan Hendricks (184) and redshirt freshman Andrew Liber (197). Prechtel delivered the only fall of the dual while Mayora clinched the victory with a 13-5 major decision.
This weekend, head coach Ned Shuck has selected redshirt junior Jack Parker (125), redshirt sophomore Damion Ryan (125), redshirt sophomore Trayce Eckman (133), redshirt junior Zac Cowan (149), redshirt sophomore Gray Ortis (157), Prechtel (157), Nance (165), O’Dell (174), Hendricks (184), redshirt junior Sam Schroeder (184), redshirt sophomore Kennedy Wyatt (197), redshirt freshman Evan Grazzini (197), Liber (197) and senior Daulton Mayer (285) to travel to Edwardsville for competition.
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Exciting news for wrestling fans! The Cougar Clash at SIUE this weekend promises to be an electrifying event, showcasing incredible talent and fierce competition. Don’t miss the chance to support our athletes and witness some thrilling matches! Let’s go Cougars! 🦙💪🏆
Exciting times ahead for the Bellarmine Knights wrestling team as they gear up for the Cougar Clash! After a solid victory against Kent State, they’ll be facing some tough competition this weekend, including ranked teams and a slew of talented wrestlers. With so many athletes in the top ranks, it’s sure to be an intense event. Good luck, Knights! Let’s keep the momentum going! 💪⚔️ #GoKnights #WrestlingStrong