Harvard Wrestling Dominates in Dual Meets
In Upstate New York, the Harvard wrestling team showcased strong performances, securing a 30-13 victory over Binghamton, even after facing a tough loss to No. 22 Cornell earlier in the day.
Against Cornell, Harvard battled hard in its Ivy League opener. The team started strong with wins at 125 and 133 pounds. Sophomore Logan Brzozowski kicked things off with a decisive technical fall against Cornell’s Ernie Perry. This win marks his fourth in duals this season.
Junior Coleman Nogle followed suit, edges out Bret Ungar with a close 3-2 decision, marking his third win in dual meets this year. Senior Hudson Skove capped off the day for Harvard with a solid 5-2 win at 197 pounds.
Match Results vs. Cornell
- 125: Logan Brzozowski (Harvard) def. Ernie Perry (Cornell), TF
- 133: Coleman Nogle (Harvard) def. Bret Ungar (Cornell), Dec. 3-2
- 141: Vince Cornella (Cornell) def. Dante Frinzi (Harvard), Fall
- 197: Hudson Skove (Harvard) def. Carson Crace (Cornell), Dec. 5-2
Later, against Binghamton, Harvard’s momentum was unstoppable. The team won the first six matches, quickly putting Binghamton on the back foot. Once again, Brzozowski started the scoring with a 4-2 win over Carson Wagner. Nogle continued his success with an impressive 8-0 decision.
Dante Frinzi earned a quick pin against Ryan Hartung, while Jack Crook secured another technical fall against Caleb Sweet. Senior Jimmy Harrington grinded out a 5-2 decision win, enhancing his impressive record of 14-5 this season.
Match Results vs. Binghamton
- 125: Logan Brzozowski (Harvard) def. Carson Wagner (Binghamton), Dec. 4-2
- 133: Coleman Nogle (Harvard) def. Dillon Arrick (Binghamton), Major Dec. 8-0
- 141: Dante Frinzi (Harvard) def. Ryan Hartung (Binghamton), Fall
- 149: Jack Crook (Harvard) def. Caleb Sweet (Binghamton), TF
- 157: Jimmy Harrington (Harvard) def. Fin Nadeau (Binghamton), 5-2 Dec.
- 165: Joseph Cangro (Harvard) def. Jordan Brown (Binghamton), Fall
Recent Trends in Wrestling
The landscape of college wrestling is changing. According to a recent report by the NCAA, participation in wrestling has increased by 5% over the past five years. This growth reflects a renewed interest in the sport, with many universities investing more in their wrestling programs.
Moreover, social media plays a significant role in promoting wrestling. Hashtags like #WrestlingCommunity and #CollegeWrestling are trending, creating an online hub for fans to engage and share their passion for the sport.
In summary, Harvard’s wrestling team is making strides, with key victories contributing to a promising season. Fans and newcomers alike are excited to see how the season unfolds. For more updates, check the NCAA wrestling page here.
