LA GRANDE, Ore. - Eastern Oregon wrestling was back in action today for their first official duel of the 2022-2023 season as they took on the Cougar's of Clackamas Community College. The Mountaineers took their first duel of the season, defeating the Cougar's with a score of 36-12.
This wrestling season was kicked off at La Grande High School due to the Mountaineers Women's Volleyball team holding their final Cascade Collegiate Conference home game in Quinn Coliseum. Despite not being in their home stadium, the Mounties took care of business taking a 36-12 victory. The win came after a couple of Cougar forfeits in the 133 pound and 174 pound weight classes. The Mountaineers were also able to rack up three pins on the night. The first pin of the night was by Luciano Fasulo at 125 pounds, next by Michael Fox at 157 pounds, and finally Kyle Knudtson at 184 pounds. The Mountaineers were able to jump out to a commanding lead and never looked back. This win takes the Mounties to 1-0 in the young 2022-2023 season.
The Mountaineers will be back in action Sunday, Nov. 5 as they will host the Mountaineer Open in Quinn Coliseum at Eastern Oregon University.
EOU Vs. CCC:
125: Luciano Fasulo (EOU) over Kai Matsunaga (CCC) (Fall 1:52)
133: Hunter Sparks (EOU) over (CCC) (For.)
141: Justin Rodriguez (CCC) over Braden Carson (EOU) (Dec 7-1)
149: Dante Oliverio (CCC) over Jaxon Morlan (EOU) (SV-1 8-6)
157: Michael Fox (EOU) over Dylan Bonfield (CCC) (Fall 1:29)
165: Steele Starren (CCC) over Vincent Cramer (EOU) (Fall 4:16)
174: Keegan Mulhill (EOU) over (CCC) (For.)
184: Kyle Knudtson (EOU) over Marshall Rodenbeck (CCC) (Fall 2:59)
197: Jay Smith (EOU) over Michael Gasper (CCC) (Dec 4-3)
285: Noel Orozco (EOU) over Braden Pease (CCC) (Dec 4-1)