WARRIORS TRIUMPH OVER #RV CLEARY ON SENIOR DAY, 31-14
ROCHESTER HILLS, Mich. - If you were to ask the Warriors, "How ya doin'?" following their showdown with #RV Cleary on Friday night, the program would tell you it was all smiles as the Warriors took home a 31-14 victory while celebrating the careers of seniors Nate Young, Jager Kwiatkowski, and Kirgin Tanis. The three team captains propelled the Warriors to victory with crucial match wins, helping RCU secure their second consecutive win over a team receiving national votes.
Following two tough opening matches, the Warriors were fired up and recovered thanks to an emphatic pin by Dylan Coleman. From there, the Warriors won six consecutive bouts, including falls by Young and Julius Polk, and a technical fall by Kwiatkowski. Tanis' victory capped off a thrilling night when the senior secured an overtime takedown to win by decision and cap off his home career with a win.
FULL RESULTS
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WT
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SUMMARY
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RCU
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CLE
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125
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Jamarcus Smith (Cleary University ) over Cristian Rojas (Rochester Christian University) (MD 15-5)
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0
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4
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133
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Mariano Lopez (Cleary University ) over Mario Orueta (Rochester Christian University) (MD 15-4)
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0
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4
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141
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Dylan Coleman (Rochester Christian University) over Jacob Lynn (Cleary University ) (Fall 1:38)
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6
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0
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149
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Adam Polk (Rochester Christian University) over louden stradling (Cleary University ) (Dec 5-3)
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3
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0
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157
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Jager Kwiatkowski (Rochester Christian University) over ryan weaver (Cleary University ) (TF 17-2 4:20)
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5
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0
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165
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Nate Young (Rochester Christian University) over jack gruno (Cleary University ) (Fall 1:24)
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6
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0
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174
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David VanDaele (Rochester Christian University) over wyatt clements (Cleary University ) (Dec 7-2)
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3
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0
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184
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Julius Polk (Rochester Christian University) over alex nouhan (Cleary University ) (Fall 2:30)
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6
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0
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197
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Kirgin Tanis (Rochester Christian University) over lenton patrick (Cleary University ) (SV-1 4-1)
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3
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0
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285
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eathan westfall (Cleary University ) over Unknown (For.)
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0
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6
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| UNSPORTSMANLIKE CONDUCT - RCU | -1.0 | 0 | ||
| Team Score: | 31 | 14 | ||
SENIOR SPOTLIGHT
NATE YOUNG
Nate Young is studying and graduating with a degree in digital marketing. Nate is one of five captains on the team. His favorite memory is going to Gatlinburg, Tennessee, with the team and staying at the log cabin during the trip.
Coach Maskill said this on Nate: "Nate has been a phenomenal student-athlete for the Warriors. Nate is one of the hardest-working men on the team. Nate is also an academic All-American. Nate has been a joy to have been part of the program and will be truly missed. Thank you for all your hard work and dedication to the RCU program. Once a Warrior, always a Warrior."
JAGER KWIATKOWSKI
Jager is studying and graduating with a business degree. Jager is one of five team captains, and his favorite memory is doing media day with the team.
Coach Wes had this to say about Jager: "Jager transferred from Henry Ford College, where he was an NJCAA All-American. Jager has put his heart and soul into the program and has made a major impact on it. His charismatic energy will be missed. Thank you for all your hard work and dedication to the RCU wrestling program. Once a Warrior, always a Warrior.
KIRGIN TANIS
Kirgin is studying and graduating with a business degree. Kirgin is one of the five captains on the team. Kirgin's favorite memory is going to Gatlinburg, Tennessee, with the team and staying at the log cabins.
Coach Wes had this to say about Kirgin: "Kirgin has been a big part of RCU wrestling. Kirgin made an immediate impact as soon as he arrived at the program. Your hard work will help set your future up; keep it up. Kirgin has been a joy to have as part of the program, and you will be truly missed. Thank you for all your hard work and dedication to the RCU program. Once a Warrior, always a Warrior."
UP NEXT
The Warriors will head to the Alma Open on Sunday, Jan. 19.
Hussein Murray - RCU Athletic Communications
Featured Image: Jaya Forti - Forti's Photos