Nebraska Dominates North Carolina with 27-9 Victory
The sixth-ranked Nebraska wrestling team achieved a decisive victory over No. 16 North Carolina, finishing 27-9 at the Devaney Center. This win improves Nebraska’s record to 6-2 for the season, showcasing their strength in various weight classes.
Nebraska vs. North Carolina: A Summary of Events
The dual meet kicked off at 157 pounds, where Nebraska’s Antrell Taylor, ranked sixth, secured a commanding 13-2 major decision against North Carolina’s Laird Root. This victory set the tone for the evening, giving Nebraska an early 4-0 lead.
Key Matches of the Dual
- 165 Pounds: No. 10 LJ Araujo earned a narrow 2-0 decision over Bryce Hepner.
- 174 Pounds: Christopher Minto, also sixth-ranked, dominated Collin Carrigan with a 17-3 major decision.
- 184 Pounds: North Carolina’s Jake Dailey claimed the first points for his team, defeating Tyler Eise 8-4.
- 197 Pounds: No. 12 Camden McDanel responded with another major decision, winning 10-2 against Robert Platt.
- Heavyweight: No. 4 AJ Ferrari impressed with a pin over Mikey Calcagno, extending Nebraska’s lead.
Additional matches continued to showcase the talent of Nebraska wrestlers. At 133 pounds, No. 8 Jacob Van Dee achieved his 50th career victory with a 5-1 decision against Ethan Oakley from North Carolina. Furthermore, at 141 pounds, No. 3 Brock Hardy secured a solid 5-0 victory over Luke Simcox.
The dual concluded at 149 pounds, where Nate Askew edged out Scott Robertson in sudden victory, finishing the match 4-1.
Looking Ahead
Nebraska wrestling will next face No. 5 Oklahoma State on Sunday, December 21. The matchup is scheduled to start at 1 p.m. (CT) and is expected to be televised on BTN.
This standout performance against North Carolina highlights Nebraska’s potential as they aim to continue their success in upcoming matches.
