ResultsThe New York University wrestling team won all but one of its bouts in a 38-6 victory over Hunter College on Friday, December 4, at the Hunter Sportsplex in Manhattan.
NYU won nine of its 10 bouts in improving to 4-1 this season.
"Last year we came up short against Hunter and this was something we were looking forward to today," said Senior Assistant Coach Corey Luce. Ian Burke (17-2) and
Anthony Calvano (16-0) each recorded technical falls, competing at 149 pounds and 141 pounds, respectively.
NYU All-American
Nathan Pike (133 pounds) grinded out a 6-2 decision over Hunter's NCAA Qualifier Jayden Rice.
"I knew my opponent was good having been an NCAA Qualifier," Pike said. "I knew it was going to be a tough match. He is a kind of funky wrestler which is what I am, as well. I just knew I had to out-work him and be on the defensive."
Raymond Jazikoff (157 pounds) posted a 14-4 major decision win for NYU.
"We went out there and we were aggressive. Our offense was on point and we continued to put pressure on these guys," Luce explained.
HIGHLIGHTS:-
William Gockel-Figge won a 9-4 decision at 184 pounds.
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Adrian Herrera registered an 8-1 decision at 174 pounds, while
Manny Ramirez posted a 7-1 win at 165 pounds.
- Mark Papish (197) was injured during his bout and could not continue. -
Wayne Yuan (125) and
Santino Pelusi both won by forfeit.
"Our guys are in great shape and we showed it today," Luce said.
The grapplers are back in action at
Grapple on the Hill on Saturday, December 12, hosted by McDaniel College in Westminster, MD.
