Ironman Wrestling 2025 Delivers Unexpected Upsets
The 2025 Ironman Wrestling Tournament took place in December, showcasing many of the top high school wrestlers in Ohio. This annual event is known for producing unexpected upsets that often change the landscape of national rankings. This year, fans witnessed several surprising outcomes throughout the competition.
Significant Upsets at the 2025 Ironman Wrestling Tournament
The tournament offered a full slate of matches across various weight classes. Below are some notable upsets that captured the attention of wrestling enthusiasts:
106 lbs
- #19 Cohen Reer (Edison) defeated #15 Niko Odiotti (Loyola Academy) with a score of 10-9.
- Lincoln Valdez (Pomona) won against #15 Niko Odiotti (Loyola Academy) 12-8.
- Andrew Mlynarczyk (St. Edward) edged out #18 Colton Wyller (Marmion Academy) 2-0.
113 lbs
- Cael Muller (Notre Dame-Green Pond) defeated #9 Keegan Bassett (Bishop McCort) 3-0.
- #20 Trae Ducking (Brownsburg) narrowly defeated #9 Keegan Bassett (Bishop McCort) 4-3.
120 lbs
- #8 Jovanni Tovar (Miami Southridge) took down #5 Cameron Sontz (Delbarton) 10-9.
- #17 Michael Batista (Blair Academy) upset #9 Alex Rozas (Teurlings Catholic) 7-5.
138 lbs
- #14 Karson Brown (St. Edward) defeated #4 Keanu Dillard (Bethlehem Catholic) 4-1.
- #6 Israel Borge (Bixby) upset #5 Dale Corbin (Wyoming Seminary) with a score of 2-1.
190 lbs
- #5 Carl Betz (Delbarton) beat #1 Adam Waters (Faith Christian Academy) 4-2.
- #9 Michael White (Lawrence North) defeated #3 Jimmy Mastny (Marian Central Catholic) 9-6.
Event Schedule
The tournament featured a well-structured schedule for the boys and girls divisions. Key times included:
Boys Division Schedule
- Friday, December 12: Wrestling begins at 9:30 AM, with first round through quarterfinals.
- Saturday, December 13: Consolations start at 8:30 AM, followed by semifinals at 10:15 AM.
- Championship finals are slated for 5:30 PM.
Girls Division Schedule
- Saturday, December 13: Action starts around 2:00 PM.
- Sunday, December 14: Semifinals begin at 10:45 AM.
Overall, the 2025 Ironman Wrestling Tournament was filled with thrilling matches and unexpected upsets, capturing the essence of competitive high school wrestling. Fans eagerly look forward to the implications these outcomes will have on upcoming rankings.
