The University of Virginia wrestling team (8-5, 0-2 ACC) will host No. 24 Stanford (3-5, 1-1 ACC) this Saturday, January 24th, at 1 p.m. The competition will take place at the Aquatics & Fitness Center (AFC) and is free and open to the public.
A Close Series and Home-Mat Advantage
This weekend’s dual marks only the third meeting between the Virginia Cavaliers and Stanford Cardinal in wrestling. The series is currently tied 1-1, with Virginia winning the first encounter in 2003 and Stanford claiming victory last season. This will be the first time the two teams compete in Charlottesville.
Stanford will first compete at Virginia Tech on Friday night before traveling to Charlottesville to face the Hoos. Virginia enters the competition with four wrestlers currently ranked by InterMat: Keyveon Roller (No. 23 at 125), Marlon Yarbrough (No. 33 at 133), Colton Washleski (No. 33 at 157), and Nick Hamilton (No. 27 at 174).
Steady Performers for the Hoos
Several Cavaliers have demonstrated consistent performance in dual action. Nick Hamilton holds a 5-1 record, while Gable Porter, Keyveon Roller, and Steven Burrell each have 7-2 and 6-2 records respectively. Wynton Denkins, Colton Washleski, and Brenan Morgan have also proven formidable, with only three losses each.
The dual will also serve as the program’s Military Appreciation event, honoring veterans and active service members. Fans unable to attend in person can stream the action on ACCNX via ESPN.com and the ESPN app, or follow updates on X (@UVAWrestling).
Frequently Asked Questions
How many times have Virginia and Stanford wrestled?
Virginia and Stanford have met in wrestling competition only twice prior to this Saturday’s dual, with the series tied 1-1.
Where will the wrestling dual take place?
The dual will be held at the Aquatics & Fitness Center (AFC) on the University of Virginia campus.
Is there a cost to attend the wrestling dual?
Admission to the wrestling dual is free to the public.
As both teams continue their ACC schedules, how might the outcome of this match influence their standings within the conference?
