Purdue's wrestling team saw success at the Jim Koch Wisconsin Open, with five out of six competitors earning placements. Jacob Macatangay (125 lbs) led the effort with a runner-up finish by dominating earlier matches before falling in the finals. Cole Solomey (149 lbs) and Isaac Ruble (157 lbs) also secured second-place finishes, while Wyatt Krejsa (149 lbs) finished third. Competing while their starting lineup was in Las Vegas, this performance highlighted the depth of Purdue's roster.

By the Numbers
  • Jacob Macatangay: 2nd Place (3-1), including a win over the No. 1 seed.
  • Cole Solomey: 2nd Place (3-1), scoring a total of 31 points across his first three matches (31-6).
  • Isaac Ruble: 2nd Place (2-1), with victories by pin and major decision.
  • Wyatt Krejsa: 3rd Place (4-1), winning multiple matches via pin and major decision.
State of Play
  • Purdue's six wrestlers competed effectively at the invitational.
  • Three Boilermakers achieved runner-up finishes, showcasing competitive skill levels.
  • Despite not placing, Ethan Popp secured his first collegiate win at the event.
What's Next

The Boilermakers will look to build on this performance in upcoming matches, aiming to refine techniques and boost overall standings in the season. Coaches will assess strategies to maximize placements in future tournaments.

Bottom Line

Purdue's showing at the Wisconsin Open demonstrates the strength and potential of its wrestling program, highlighting individual talents while emphasizing teamwork and competition readiness.