BROOKVILLE, N.Y. — The Sharks hosted their first home dual of the season against a formidable Binghamton squad. LIU's first victory came at 184 pounds, where Anthony D'Alesio delivered an impressive win over No. 21-ranked Will Ebert. The pivotal moment highlighted D'Alesio's determination and skill against a nationally ranked opponent.
After a challenging stretch of losses, 141-pounder Devin Matthews stepped up to avenge his previous defeat to Nate Lucier, delivering a clutch performance that reignited the team's energy and momentum.
At 157 pounds, Brayden Roberts fought hard to hold onto a narrow 1-0 lead over Michael Nadeau, securing another critical win for the Sharks.
The final match of the day featured Donnie Smith, who closed out the dual with a commanding 7-0 victory over Roberto Padilla, demonstrating his dominance on the mat.
The Sharks showcased resilience and determination, highlighted by standout performances from D'Alesio, Matthews, Roberts, and Smith, but ultimately fell to Binghamton in their home opener. The final score was Binghamton 26, LIU 12.
Results:
- 125 pounds: Carson Wagner (BING) pinned Robert Sagaris (LIU), 0:48.
- 133 pounds: Micah Roes (BING) defeated Kaelan Francois (LIU) by major decision, 9-0.
- 141 pounds: Devin Matthews (LIU) defeated Nate Lucier (BING), 10-4.
- 149 pounds: Ivan Garcia (BING) defeated Drew Witham (LIU), 6-4.
- 157 pounds: Brayden Roberts (LIU) defeated Michael Nadeau (BING), 1-0.
- 165 pounds: Donnie Smith (LIU) defeated Roberto Padilla (BING), 7-0.
- 174 pounds: Brevin Cassella (BING) defeated Corey Connolly (LIU) by technical fall, 5:08.
- 184 pounds: Anthony D'Alesio (LIU) defeated No. 21 Will Ebert (BING), 4-2.
- 197 pounds: Cayden Bevis (BING) defeated John Dusza (LIU), 6-3.
- Heavyweight: Corey Day (BING) defeated Chris Powell (LIU) by technical fall, 5:01.
The Sharks return to action Friday, Dec. 20, when they take on Bucknell at 6 p.m.
