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2025 NWCA National Duals: Results and Highlights from an Epic Wrestling Showdown

2025-01-10

Author: Wai

The annual NWCA National Duals, held in Cedar Falls, has once again brought together some of the best collegiate wrestling teams across NCAA and NAIA divisions for an exhilarating tournament. Here's a comprehensive look at the highlights and results so far from the 2025 edition.

NCAA Division I Results

In the quarterfinals of the NCAA Division I, Northern Iowa showcased its dominance with a staggering victory over Ohio, finishing 48-3. Key matches included: - **Trever Anderson** (Northern Iowa) defeated **Logan Dean** (Ohio) in a fall at 4:24. - **Julian Farber** won against **TJ England** with a technical fall, 20-2. - **Garrett Thompson** managed to steal a point for Ohio by narrowly defeating **Jared Simma** 5-3.

Northern Colorado triumphed over Wyoming, securing a 22-12 win, while Little Rock edged out Cal Poly in a close 22-19 contest. In a nail-biter, South Dakota State narrowly defeated Pennsylvania 21-16, highlighted by **Luke Rasmussen**'s technical fall at 285 lbs.

NCAA Division II Standouts

The NCAA Division II matches featured St. Cloud State showcasing their strength, defeating Tiffin 47-6 in the quarterfinals. Notable performances included **Alyeus Craig** scoring a quick pin in just 56 seconds. McKendree also had a strong showing against Upper Iowa, concluding 23-20, with **Cory Peterson** achieving a tech fall victory.

NCAA Division III Highlights

In Division III, Wartburg cruised past Alvernia with a decisive score of 41-3. The star of the match was **Josh Gervey**, who showcased his skill by pinning his opponent in 3:19. Johnson & Wales also stamped their authority, defeating Baldwin Wallace by a score of 37-9.

NAIA Quarterfinals

The NAIA quarterfinals saw Grand View dominate Southern Oregon with a scoreline of 42-9, with **Gabe Gonzales** demonstrating sheer control winning via disqualification of his opponent. Meanwhile, Southeastern narrowly overcame Cumberlands 22-18 in a tightly contested battle.

Looking Ahead

As the tournament progresses, wrestling fans can expect thrilling showdowns ahead. The NWCA National Duals not only highlight the skills of college wrestlers but also build team camaraderie and showcase the heart of competitive sports. Keep an eye out for more updates as teams race to claim victory! Stay tuned for further updates on match-ups and results as this exciting tournament continues!