Eagle wrestling sits No. 17 in the nation

The Eagles continue to look towards the later half of the season

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The Eagles continue to compete in the 2022-2023 season

Cade Cracas, Digital Editor
December 27, 2022

The Ashland University wrestling team has undoubtedly had an exciting year up until the Jan. 6, 2023, National Duels date.

With a roster that saw a complete overhaul in its incoming freshmen class, the team has had promising results as they come off of a 20th placement in the Midwest Classic.

On top of a 20th placement in their last meet, the Eagles have been placed at No. 17 in the nation after previously being ranked at 16. This ranking comes from the National Wrestling Coaches Association (NWCA).

The full top 25 list can be found down below, found on the official NWCA website.

1 St. Cloud St. 82 2
2 Nebraska-Kearney 72 1
3 Central Oklahoma 60 4
4 Indianapolis 54 3
5 Lander 54 7
6 Pitt-Johnstown 51 11
7 West Liberty 49 6
8 Augustana 46 5
9 Central Missouri 37 22
9 Gannon 37 15
11 UW-Parkside 36 13
12 Glenville State 34
13 McKendree 31 11
13 Adams State 31 8
15 Millersville 28 18
16 Western Colorado 27 18
17 Ashland 26 16
18 Mercyhurst 24 14
19 Lake Erie 21 21
20 Northern State 20 17
20 Minnesota State 20 18
22 Mary 18 8
23 Southwest Minnesota State 16 24
23 Shippensburg 16 24
25 Limestone 14

The Eagles received their placement after having numerous athletes be ranked as top competitors in Division II. As of their last meet, junior Drew Weichers is ranked No. 3 in the 165 weight class, junior Daniel Beemer is ranked at No. 7 in the 184 weight class, and sophomore Walker Uhl is ranked No. 8 in the 197 weight class.

They look to compete at the Nation Duels on Jan. 6 in Louisville, Ky.