Little Rock opens its home wrestling-dual season Monday against Drexel, with several potential ranked matchups giving the Trojans an early chance to build momentum. Stephen Little enters after winning the Cowboy Invitational individual title, while the Trojans are counting on the Jack Stephens Center crowd to help set the tone.

By the Numbers
  • 4 potential ranked-versus-ranked matchups are listed.
  • Little Rock finished 2nd as a team at the Cowboy Invitational.
  • Drexel lost 45-0 to No. 2 Oklahoma State on Sunday.
  • 100 Little Rock Wrestling T-shirts will be given away to support the maroon-out.
Yes, But

Projected bouts could change: Little Rock lists alternatives at several weights, and Drexel has multiple possible starters at others. The ranked matchups are possibilities, not confirmed pairings.

State of Play
  • The dual is scheduled for Monday night at the Jack Stephens Center.
  • Key potential bouts include No. 28 Kyrel Leavell vs. No. 25 Anthony Santaniello and No. 19 Brock Herman vs. Gavin Carroll.
  • Stephen Little will look to carry his tournament momentum into the home opener.
What's Next

Monday’s dual will give Little Rock its first home test of the season and a chance to turn individual momentum into a strong team performance.

Bottom Line

With several ranked opponents in the lineup and home-crowd energy behind them, the Trojans have an early opportunity to make a statement—but the final matchups will determine how favorable that opportunity is.