The No. 2 Ohio State wrestling team completed its 2025-26 dual season with a 29-16 victory over Maryland on Sunday, February 15, 2026, at the Schanwald Pavilion in College Park.
Buckeyes Dominate Terrapins
Ohio State won six of the ten matches against Maryland, with all six victories coming by bonus points. The Buckeyes will now turn their attention to the 2026 Big Ten Championships, scheduled for March 7-8 at the Bryce Jordan Center in State College, Pennsylvania.
Key Match Results
Nic Bouzakis (OSU) defeated Abram Cline (UMD) by technical fall, 15-0. Ben Davino (OSU) secured a major decision win over Braxton Brown (UMD), 11-2. Jesse Mendez (OSU) defeated Dario Lemus (UMD) by fall at 4:04. Carter Young (UMD) defeated Brogan Fielding (OSU) by major decision, 14-3. Mekhi Neal (UMD) defeated Daxton Chase (OSU) by decision, 4-1. Paddy Gallagher (OSU) defeated AJ Rodrigues (UMD) by technical fall, 23-7. Seth Digby (UMD) defeated T.J. Schierl (OSU) in sudden victory, 4-1. Dylan Fishback (OSU) defeated Sepantra Ahanj-Elias (UMD) by major decision, 17-4. Branson John (UMD) defeated Luke Geog (OSU) by fall at 4:20. Nick Feldman (OSU) defeated Joey Schneck (UMD) by technical fall, 19-3.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the final score of the match?
The final score was Ohio State 29, Maryland 16.
Where was the match played?
The match was played at the Schanwald Pavilion in College Park, Maryland.
When are the Big Ten Championships?
The 2026 Big Ten Championships will be held March 7-8 at the Bryce Jordan Center in State College, Pennsylvania.
What does this win mean for Ohio State as they head into the Big Ten Championships?
