Wrestling returned to Gallagher-Iba Arena Sunday afternoon with the Orange and Black ranking matches. Here are several takeaways from the dual.
Talent at 125:
In the first media availability of the season, coach John Smith mentioned that 125 would be a competitive weight class. The fact that one 125-pounder will wrestle 133 until Daton Fix’s return on Feb. 11 adds to the drama. Reece Witcraft did pin Colten Klein at 5:57 into the match but Smith was impressed with Klein.
“We will give Nieman an opportunity to start for us next week,” Smith said.