Hampton, VA: The Cyclones traveled to Virginia this weekend to compete in the 2024 Virginia Duals. The Clones would go on to finish the tournament in 7th Place.

On The Mat

• For the first match of the tournament, the Cyclones took on Marymount University where they would go on to dominate them 47-2.
• In the quarterfinals, the Cyclones fell to Reinhardt 27-20 in a close dual.
• The Cyclones would go on to suffer heartbreaking loss against Liberty 27-22.
• The Cyclones would wrap up the second day with a battle against NCAA DII Belmont Abbey, where they would pick up an electric 26-22.

Words From Coach John Garriques

"I'm glad that we had this opportunity to wrestle in this event.  Wrestling teams from other Division, and areas gives us a different look.  Overall we wrestled well, but we need to learn to not give up bonus points, and hold our composure in difficult situations."

Tournament Standout

Senior, and number three wrestler in the country, Xavier Pena (141) would be recognized as the 'Most Outstanding Wrestler' in the American College Division for the 2024 Virginia Duals Meet. 

Up Next

The Cyclones will travel to Stockton University this upcoming Monday, January 22nd.