BISMARCK, ND – In their final contest before Christmas break, the #16 University of Mary wrestling team hosts #3 University of Wisconsin-Parkside in a highly anticipated dual on Friday, December 20, at 7 pm in the McDowell Activity Center.

FOLLOW LIVE
Fans can watch live or follow live stats at www.GoUmary.com/coverage

TICKETS FAQ

• Fans who purchase tickets online receive a discount over tickets purchased at the gate. Single-game wrestling tickets are $10 plus fees when fans buy online at www.UMaryTickets.com or via the Hometown Fan app. Tickets for seniors (ages 65 and older) and youth (ages 13-18) are $5 plus fees.
• Single-game wrestling tickets purchased at the gate are $15 for adults and $10 for seniors and youth.
• Children under the age of 13 are free when accompanied by an adult. Unaccompanied children's ticket prices are $5.
• Tickets purchased at the gate are CASH-ONLY transactions. Debit and credit card purchases are online only at www.umarytickets.com or via the HomeTown Fan App.
• UMary students, faculty and staff with their MCard are admitted FREE.

AFTER THE ACTION
Marauders fans should make plans to stop Buffalo Wild Wings following all home wrestling contests. With two convenient Bismarck locations and great food and drink specials, it's easy to see why Buffalo Wild Wings is the preferred post-game hangout of Marauders Wrestling! 

PROJECTED UMARY LINEUP                                                             
125 pounds (sponsored by Edward Jones) – Mason Gutenberger                                            
133 pounds (sponsored by Climax Concrete) - #2 Reece Barnhardt                                             
141 pounds (sponsored by Bullinger Tree Service) – Sean Solis                                                             
149 pounds (sponsored by ABC Boat Docks) – Trae Thilmony                                                     
157 pounds (sponsored by ABC Boat Docks) – Lane Ewing                                                            
165 pounds (sponsored by ABC Boat Docks) – Kaden Renner or Leo Mushinsky                      
174 pounds (sponsored by Max Bruss and Fox Harbor Pub and Grill) – Joe Mushinsky                                                     
184 pounds (sponsored by ABC Boat Docks) – Dante Roggio                                                        
197 pounds (sponsored by Brad Bonnet Contracting) – #12 Matthew Kaylor                                               
285 pounds (sponsored by ABC Boat Docks) – #3 Luke Tweeton                                                       

PROJECTED PARKSIDE LINEUP         
125 pounds – #4 Shane Corrigan
133 pounds - #8 Matthew Chi or Joey Roti
141 pounds – #3 Cayden Henschel
149 pounds – #4 Jalen Spuhler or Easton Worachek
157 pounds – #3 Ben Durocher
165 pounds – #15 Dajun Johnson
174 pounds – Crosby Schlosser
184 pounds – #3 Reece Worachek
197 pounds – Chase Stegall
285 pounds – #7 Lloyd Reynolds

LAST TIME OUT
The Marauders placed 14th in the 45th Midwest Classic last weekend. Reece Barnhardt took second place at 131 pounds, going 4-1 in the tournament, defeating two nationally ranked wrestlers. Sean Solis placed sixth at 141 pounds, going 6-3 at the event, winning four of his matches by tech fall.

NATIONAL RANKINGS – TEAM
The Marauders are ranked 16^th in the National Wrestling Coaches Association (NWCA) Division II Men's Coaches Poll released November 25. UMary is also ranked 16^th by the Open Mat NCAA Division II Wrestling rankings.

NATIONAL RANKINGS – INDIVIDUAL
The Marauders have two wrestlers listed in the most recent NWCA national rankings:

#2- Reece Barnhardt (133 pounds)
#3 Luke Tweeton (285 pounds)
#12 Matthew Kaylor (197 pounds)
#14 Wyatt Lidberg (174 pounds)

REECE BARNHARDT NAMED WRESTLER TO WATCH
Three-time NCAA All-American Reece Barnhardt was named the University of Mary Wrestler to Watch by the Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference. Barnhardt took fourth at 133 pounds at the 2024 NCAA Wrestling Championships. Last season, the senior earned 2023-24 NSIC wrestling First-Team All-Conference honors after winning the NCAA Super Regional V.

MARAUDERS PROJECTED TO FINISH 4^TH IN THE NSIC
Coming off a season that saw two wrestlers earn NCAA All-American honors, the Marauders are projected to finish 4^th in the NSIC.

"This year's team is comprised of some seasoned veterans along with some talented newcomers. They are a fun group of young men that everyone enjoys being around. They are all team-first guys who care about one another and are willing to make investments in themselves to collectively help the program pursue excellence on and off the mat. It's going to be a fun year," head coach Adam Aho said.

YOU NEED TO KNOW

• The Marauders roster boasts three All-Americans: 133 Reece Barnhardt (2022, 2023, 2024), 197 Matthew Kaylor (2023), 285 Luke Tweeton (2024)
• Four Marauders are national qualifiers: 133 Reece Barnhardt (2022, 2023), 157 Leo Mushinsky (2022), 197 Matthew Kaylor (2021, 2023) and 285 Luke Tweton (2023)
• Three returning All-NSIC performers: Reece Barnhardt (2023, 2024), Wyatt Lidberg (2023), Luke Tweton (2023, 2024)
• Head Coach Adam Aho is in his 12th season leading the UMary wrestling program

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