Virginia Wrestling dominates Kent State, securing 27-6 Road Victory
The Virginia wrestling team continued its strong start to the season, defeating Kent State 27-6 on Saturday, November 15, at St.Edward High School in Lakewood, Ohio. This marks the Cavaliers’ second win of the year and their fourth consecutive victory over the Golden Flashes.
Navigating a Challenging Schedule
The Cavaliers are currently navigating a demanding road schedule, necessitated by ongoing renovations at Mem Gem on Grounds. Despite the challenges of competing away from home,the team demonstrated resilience and determination against Kent State.
Dominant Performance and Series History
with this win, Virginia improves to 8-5 all-time against Kent State. The Cavaliers have now won four straight matches in the series, showcasing their growing dominance. The team’s performance was particularly impressive, winning eight of the ten individual bouts.
Individual Standouts
Five Cavaliers wrestlers remain undefeated in dual action this season: Gable Porter (133), Wynton Denkins (149), Colton Washleski (157), Nick Hamilton (174), and Brenan Morgan (HWT). This consistent performance from key athletes is a important factor in the team’s success. Virginia has secured at least eight weight class victories in both of its dual wins this season, demonstrating a well-rounded team effort.
Coach Garland Praises Team Effort
Head Coach Steve Garland expressed his gratitude to both Saint Edward Wrestling and Kent State University for hosting the event. he highlighted the special atmosphere, noting the presence of numerous Virginia wrestling alumni. “It was so great to be here and compete in this surroundings around so many Virginia greats,” Garland said. He also praised his team’s performance, stating, “Our guys showed up today and got the job done. We won eight out of 10 bouts, and the two that we lost were battles as well.” garland specifically acknowledged Aiden Allen‘s turnaround performance at 133, noting his improved planning and strong showing.
Match Results
Here’s a breakdown of the individual match results:
- 125: no. 21 Keyveon Roller dec. Nico Calello (KSU), 4-1 – UVA 3, KSU 0
- 133: Aiden Allen major dec. Nick Molchak (KSU), 12-4 – UVA 7, KSU 0
- 141: No. 33 Gable Porter major dec. Landen Duncan, 11-2 – UVA 11, KSU 0
- 149: Wynton Denkins dec. Nate roth (KSU), 10-4 – UVA 14, KSU 0
- 157: No. 17 Colton Washleski major dec. Silas Stits (KSU), 11-2 – UVA 18, KSU 0
- 165: Carson Miller (KSU) dec. Michael Murphy, 4-1 (sv-1) – UVA 18, KSU 3
- 174: No.19 Nick Hamilton dec. Ethan Barr (KSU), 8-3 – UVA 21, KSU 3
- 184: Griffin Gammell dec. Trent Thomas (KSU), 4-2 – UVA 24, KSU 3
- 197: Blake Schaffer (KSU) dec. Max Shulaw, 9-6 – UVA 24, KSU 6
- Hwt: Brenan Morgan dec.Brentan Simmerman (KSU), 8-2 – UVA 27, KSU 6
The Cavaliers will look to continue their momentum as they navigate the remainder of their challenging schedule.
