Army West Point Wrestling will compete against Bucknell on Saturday at Christl Arena, rescheduling from Sunday due to predicted winter weather. The Black Knights recently achieved a 22-17 victory against American Eagles, marking the first win for head coach Troy Nickerson. Despite a rocky start, Army dominated the latter part of the match, with most wins coming through bonus points. Notable performances included Joseph Antonio and Gunner Filipowicz, both earning technical falls, and Wolfgang Frable achieving a 16-0 technical fall at 197 lbs.

By the Numbers
  • Army won five of the last six individual matches against American.
  • Joseph Antonio secured an 18-3 technical fall, and Gunner Filipowicz followed with a 17-2 technical fall.
State of Play
  • Army's overall record stands at 1-4, with a 1-0 record in EIWA competition.
  • All four losses have been against ranked opponents, showcasing a challenging schedule.
What's Next

After facing Bucknell, Army will host EIWA rival Lehigh on February 1, providing another opportunity for the team to build momentum.

Bottom Line

The upcoming match against Bucknell is crucial for Army Wrestling; securing another win will help to boost their confidence and standing in the EIWA after recovering from a difficult start to the season.