Wrestling

Which Ivy League teams have had the most success over the past decade?

There are several Ivy League sports teams that have been the definition of the word “dynasty” in recent years. Yet as strong as some of these programs have been, only one can be the best of the best.

Penn wrestling receives million-dollar donation to endow assistant coach position

The Harris Family Foundation, run by Josh and Marjorie Harris, is giving $1 million over five years to the program, including $500,000 to create the Joshua J. Harris Wrestling Assistant Coach Endowment.  

Penn wrestling's seniors end career with strong showing at NCAA Championships

Despite tough competition, three of Penn’s wrestlers made the second day of the tournament, and one even reached the Round of 12, one win away from a spot on the podium.

Four Penn wrestlers keep seasons alive after strong performances at EIWAs

After competing at the Eastern Intercollegiate Wrestling Association (EIWA) Championships this past weekend, four seniors placed high enough in their weight classes to represent the Red and Blue in the NCAA Championships.

Postseason play begins for Penn wrestling this weekend at EIWAs

The team is getting set to take on wrestlers from 15 other schools in this weekend’s Eastern Intercollegiate Wrestling Association (EIWA) championships.

On and off the court, Penn student-athletes inspired by Black History Month

As another February and another Black History Month come to a close, it is important to take time to reflect on the history and triumphs of black culture across the world.

Penn wrestling drops final two regular season duals to Princeton, Drexel

The Quakers dropped both matchups, losing first to Princeton, 28-15, then later to Drexel, 30-9. 

In final preparation for EIWAs, Penn wrestling readies for tough doubleheader

This Saturday, the Quakers will compete in their final matches of the regular season on the road against Princeton and No. 25 Drexel. 

Penn wrestling salvages doubleheader split with tight win over Columbia

This weekend, Penn wrestling walked away on top, splitting a doubleheader with Columbia and Cornell on Saturday and placing second in the Warriors Winter Open on Sunday. 

Only a rookie, Penn wrestling's Gianni Ghione dominating like a vet already

Penn wrestling has raced to a fast start this seasons thanks in no small part to freshman standout Gianni Ghione. 

Penn wrestling to be put to major test in final home competitions of season

This is an especially pivotal weekend for the Quakers, as they have the opportunity to dictate how the remainder of their season will go. Building their momentum will not be easy, though, as Cornell (9-2, 4-0) is proving to be a powerhouse yet again this season.  

February 5 | Is Stat So?

In this week's edition of Is Stat So?, Penn gymnastics flirts with perfection on beam, wrestling manages a come-from-behind win, and basketball continues to dominate. 

Penn wrestling's stamina to be tested in unique doubleheader

Penn wrestling travels this weekend to face fellow Ivy League foes Brown and Harvard. On Saturday, Penn will take on both of its foes, at their respective home arenas.

Penn wrestling falls just short of sweeping a trio of dual meets

The Red and Blue faced three conference opponents in Bucknell, Binghamton, and Franklin & Marshall on Saturday, going 2-1 on the day. The three matches serve as a nice tune up for the fast-approaching conference tournament.  

Tyler Hall's last-match pin carries Penn wrestling to thrilling comeback over Army

Experience certainly reigned supreme for Penn wrestling in their first conference dual against Army on Sunday, as Penn's senior wrestlers — Joe Olivia, Joe Velliquette, May Bethea, and Frank Mattiace — led the Quakers to their 19-18 victory on criteria. 

With its captain's sights on the horizon, Penn wrestling takes on busy weekend

Coming off a busy but successful winter break, the Quakers will look to keep improving as they head into the midpoint of their season. This weekend will be another wild one for the Quakers, as they have a tournament and back-to-back away meets over the course of two days. 

January 9 | Is Stat So?

Welcome to the inaugural edition of Is Stat So?, a compilation of some of the most interesting stats to come out of Penn Athletics from the week. Each week, we'll highlight a few different numbers that go beyond the box score, and give deeper insight behind Penn's biggest wins and losses.

A historic performance from Frank Mattiace earns him DP Sports Player of the Break

Penn wrestling's Frank Mattiace had himself an extremely successful winter break. Highlighted by his takedown of No. 6 Nate Robert, Mattiace's efforts were enough to earn him DP Sports Player of the Break.

Gritty efforts and upsets highlight Penn wrestling's busy winter break

The Quakers started their slate of matches before the new year when they travelled down to Illinois for the prestigious Ken Kraft Midlands Championships, where they finished with their best team score in 16 years. A week later, Penn travelled to the west coast for a dual meet double-header against Cal Poly and Stanford. There, they dominated Cal Poly 32-13 but lost a nail bitter to Stanford 21-20. 

Injured and outclassed, Penn wrestling falls to No. 5 Lehigh, 41-6

Injuries proved too much for Penn to overcome, as in just about every weight class of Sunday’s match, the Quakers were stymied by No. 5 Lehigh and fell by a score of 41-6. Although the Red and Blue (3-2) briefly held the lead at 6-5 after two bouts, Lehigh (5-1) scored 36 unanswered points to close out the match.