Utah Valley University faced a tough defeat against No. 19 Missouri, losing 31-9 despite having several ranked wrestlers secure victories. Jack Forbes, David Evans, and Haiden Drury earned wins for UVU, but Missouri dominated through five consecutive bonus-point matches. Coach Adam Hall acknowledged the gap in skill but expressed confidence in his team’s ability to learn and prepare for their upcoming match against Oklahoma State. This dual marked another challenging outing for the Wolverines as they aim to improve their record in the Big 12.

By the Numbers
  • Utah Valley's record now stands at 3-6, 1-3 in Big 12 matches.
  • Missouri's score was bolstered by five consecutive bonus-point wins.
State of Play
  • UVU earned wins from their ranked wrestlers, with Drury, Evans, and Forbes scoring victories.
  • Missouri capitalized on control, shifting momentum decisively through technical falls and a major decision.
What's Next

Utah Valley is set to compete against No. 5 Oklahoma State next on January 25, aiming to bounce back from their recent loss and face another tough opponent.

Bottom Line

Despite the loss, the Wolverines' ability to secure ranked wins indicates potential growth. The team needs to focus on closing skill gaps as they head into another challenging match to gain momentum in the Big 12.