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@CoachJMBentley provides a lineup update following the NC State dual &amp; looks ahead to a big matchup Friday vs. No. 19 WVU in an upgraded Varsity Gym. 

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SPARTANBURG, S.C. – Campbell’s Taye Ghadiali has been selected as the Southern Conference Wrestler of the Week for the week of Nov. 13 – 19.&nbsp;&nbsp;It was announced on Nov. 6, that the defending SoCon Champion in the 285-weight class was selected to participate at the 2024 NWCA All-Star Classic on Nov. 16. The selection made Ghadiali the second Campbell wrestler to participate in the event.&nbsp;&nbsp;Ghadiali, who is ranked seventh in Intermat’s current rankings, defeated a familiar foe in Ohio State’s Nick Feldman by decision.&nbsp;Before the All-Star Classic matchup, the two met twice during the 2023-24 season, splitting the two meetings. Ghadiali’s 8-3 victory over then third-ranked Feldman on Saturday gives Ghadiali a 2-1 advantage in matchups between the two heavyweights.&nbsp;Campbell’s next dual is in Minneapolis, Minnesota, as the Camels take on 10th-ranked Minnesota on Nov. 24.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also nominated: Will Miller (App State), Jeb Prechtel (Bellarmine), George Rosas (The Citadel), Tyler-Xavier McKnight (Davidson), Patrick Jordon (VMI)&nbsp;&nbsp;2024-25 SoCon Wrestler of the Week&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Nov. 6 Patrick Jordon, So., VMI&nbsp;Nov. 13 Braxton Lewis, Jr., VMI&nbsp;Nov. 20 Taye Ghadiali, Gr., Campbell&nbsp;

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<a href="https://vmikeydets.com/news/2024/11/17/wrestling-keydets-topple-saints-bears-for-two-dual-wins.aspx" target="_self">Keydets topple Saints, Bears for two dual wins</a>ARLINGTON, Va. – VMI Wrestling went 2-0 on the day after defeating Marymount and Morgan State at the Marymount Quad at the Converse Fieldhouse Sunday afternoon.<a href="https://athletics.bellarmine.edu/news/2024/11/17/wrestling-bounces-back-with-25-14-win-over-kent-state.aspx" target="_self">Bellarmine Wrestling bounces back with 25-14 win over Kent State</a>LOUISVILLE, Ky. – After a quick turnaround from a bout with No. 2 Iowa on Friday night, the Bellarmine University wrestling team bounced back with a 25-14 win over Kent State on Sunday afternoon in Knights Hall.<a href="https://davidsonwildcats.com/news/2024/11/17/wrestling-cats-finish-strong-in-socon-win-over-presbyterian" target="_self">Davidson Finishes Strong in SoCon Win Over Presbyterian</a>CLINTON, S.C. – The Davidson College wrestling team earned a 27-13 win in the team's season-opening Southern Conference match in Clinton, S.C., on Sunday. The 'Cats closed the door with four straight wins on 16 points.<a href="https://gobluehose.com/news/2024/11/17/mens-wrestling-blue-hose-can-t-sustain-late-lead-in-socon-opener.aspx" target="_self">Blue Hose Can’t Sustain Late Lead in SoCon Opener</a>CLINTON, S.C. – Nearly pulling off their first-ever dual victory against Southern Conference rival Davidson with a rowdy audience in Templeton cheering them on, the Presbyterian College men's wrestling team couldn't shake a match-closing 16-0 run that gave the Wildcats the win by a 27-13 clip.

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Saturday, Nov. 16<a href="https://citadelsports.com/sports/wrestling/schedule" target="_self">The Citadel bring in two road wins at Hofstra Quad</a>Friday, Nov. 15<a href="https://gocamels.com/news/2024/11/15/wrestling-camels-fall-to-4-nebraska-in-dual-on-the-diamond.aspx" target="_self">Campbell drops dual to Nebraska at home</a><a href="https://appstatesports.com/news/2024/11/15/app-state-wrestling-takes-trio-of-matches-in-loss-to-no-6-wolfpack.aspx" target="_self">App State drops against NC State</a><a href="https://athletics.bellarmine.edu/news/2024/11/16/wrestling-puts-on-a-show-in-front-of-record-setting-crowd-as-host-to-no-2-iowa.aspx" target="_self">Bellarmine dazzled fans in loss to Iowa</a>Thursday, Nov. 14<a href="https://davidsonwildcats.com/news/2024/11/14/wrestling-cruises-to-pair-of-wins-in-home-opener">Davidson tallies two wins in home opener</a><a href="https://gomocs.com/news/2024/11/14/wrestling-recap-wrestlers-drop-a-tough-bout-at-ohio-state.aspx">Chattanooga drop match to Ohio State</a>

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SPARTANBURG, S.C. – VMI’s Braxton Lewis has been selected as the Southern Conference Wrestler of the Week for the week of Nov. 6 – 12. &nbsp;Lewis, a native of Suffolk, Viriginia, is currently 7-3 on the season. Lewis captured two dual wins at the Wranglemania Duals against Franklin &amp; Marshall and Sacred Heart, by pin and decision, respectively.&nbsp;Most recently, Lewis defeated a nationally-ranked, two-time All-American Cael Valencia from Arizona State by majority decision, winning 12-0 at the Journeymen Collegiate Classic. Lewis finished the event going 3-1. &nbsp;On Nov. 12, it was announced that Lewis received two national ranking recognitions following his season’s start. The Keydet junior is ranked #26 by WrestleStat and #33 by InterMat at 184 pounds.&nbsp;The Keydets will compete at the Marymout Quad on Nov. 17 in Arlington, Viriginia.&nbsp;Also nominated: Todd Carter (Gardner-Webb), Billy Janzer (The Citadel) &nbsp;2024-25 SoCon Wrestler of the Week&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Nov. 6 Patrick Jordon, So., VMI&nbsp;Nov. 13 Braxton Lewis, Jr., VMI&nbsp;&nbsp;

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VMI vs. Journeymen Wranglemania Duals Wrestling game at 2024-11-10 12:00 PM (UTC) #241110000330013

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SPARTANBURG, S.C.&nbsp;– The Southern Conference is proud to announce the Explore Asheville SoCon Wrestling Championship will return to Asheville, North Carolina, for a two-day event in both 2025 and 2026. The event, sponsored by Explore Asheville, will strengthen a longstanding partnership between the league and the Asheville community, expand the championship's reach and provide the excitement of collegiate wrestling to locals and fans.The Explore Asheville SoCon Wrestling Championship will be held at Kimmel Arena on the campus of UNC Asheville, March 7-8, 2025, and will coincide with the Ingles SoCon Basketball Championships, which will also take place in Asheville, March 6-10, 2025, at Harrah’s Cherokee Center – Asheville. This overlapping schedule is designed to create an exciting atmosphere of competition and camaraderie. Bringing SoCon fans and the Western North Carolina region together for an action-packed week will elevate both events and further connect fans to the SoCon brand.“We are looking forward to Asheville, North Carolina hosting the Explore Asheville Southern Conference Wrestling Championship for the next two years,” said SoCon Commissioner Michael Cross. “The Asheville area has proven to be an exceptional championship host, and we look forward to applying the best aspects of the Ingles Southern Conference Basketball Championships to wrestling, at a time when the sport is experiencing a national resurgence. Asheville is a remarkable, unique, and fun championship destination and the partnerships we have in place suggests we can enhance the experience for our wrestling student-athletes, coaches, and fans.&nbsp; The visibility and opportunities surrounding the Explore Asheville Southern Conference Wrestling Championship will build on the strong relationships and community support of the Asheville area and will help support hurricane recovery for local businesses by bringing people to Buncombe County.”The return of wrestling to Asheville aligns with the league’s broader vision of enhancing the championship experience and expanding its footprint across the region. Alongside this vision, the league aims to continue to amplify the message that “It’s All Here” in the SoCon.“On behalf of Explore Asheville and the Buncombe County Tourism Development Authority, we are energized and filled with heart to build upon the long-standing relationship between the Southern Conference and our community,” said Vic Isley, president and CEO of Explore Asheville. “SoCon’s expansion of its event footprint here fires up our community comeback with customers and business momentum in Asheville, as sports fans, athletes and their families join us in 2025.”Ticket information and the full schedule for the 2025 Explore Asheville SoCon Wrestling Championship will be announced at a later date. For more information, visit the Southern Conference website at <a href="http://www.soconsports.com">www.soconsports.com</a> and follow the Southern Conference on social media.About the Southern Conference Founded in 1921, the Southern Conference (SoCon) is a NCAA Division I collegiate athletic conference that includes 10 institutions competing in a wide range of sports. The SoCon is committed to enhancing the student-athlete experience and expanding its reach through championship events and partnerships across the region.About Explore Asheville and the Buncombe County Tourism Development Authority Explore Asheville is the official destination marketing and management organization for one of the most deeply-rooted, creative communities in the southeast. Explore Asheville is powered by the Buncombe County Tourism Development Authority, a public authority that has been investing in and building community since 1983. The authority has committed $96 million to more than 50 community capital projects including sports venues.

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<a href="https://davidsonwildcats.com/news/2024/11/9/wrestling-three-cats-place-at-mountaineer-invitational" target="_self">Davidson places 3 at Mountaineer Invitational</a><a href="https://appstatesports.com/news/2024/11/9/wrestling-individual-titles-emotional-triumphs-highlight-mountaineer-invitational.aspx" target="_self">App State tallies multiple individual titles as they host Mountaineer Invitational</a><a href="https://vmikeydets.com/news/2024/11/9/wrestling-keydets-split-in-wranglemania-duals.aspx" target="_self">VMI drops to Franklin and Marshall</a>, <a href="https://vmikeydets.com/news/2024/11/9/wrestling-keydets-split-in-wranglemania-duals.aspx" target="_self">wins against Sacred Heart at Journeymen Wrestling</a><a href="https://gocamels.com/news/2024/11/9/wrestling-camels-split-matches-at-journeymen-wranglemania.aspx" target="_self">Campbell falls to NC State, defeats Cal Baptist at Journeyman Wranglemania</a>

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<a href="https://citadelsports.com/news/2024/11/8/wrestling-falters-against-virginia-at-throwdown-on-the-yorktown-army-dual-cancelled.aspx" target="_self">Citadel falls to Virginia, 11-24</a><a href="https://gwusports.com/news/2024/11/8/wrestling-defeated-by-army-in-throwdown-on-the-yorktown.aspx" target="_self">Gardner-Webb falls to Army West Point, 6-35</a>

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SPARTANBURG, S.C. -- VMI’s Patrick Jordon has been selected as the Southern Conference Wrestler of the Week for the week of Oct. 30-Nov. 5.&nbsp;Jordon, a native of Providence Forge, Viriginia, began his 2024-25 season going 5-0 at the Southeast Open, in Roanoke, Virginia, the season opening tournament for the Keydets. The sophomore earned a first-place mark on the mat in his weight class. &nbsp;En route to the championship round, Jordon, who wrestles at 149, won two rounds by decision, a third-round pin, and was the victor over one Power 5 opponent via technical fall. &nbsp;&nbsp;In the championship, Jordon won &nbsp;with a pin at the 2:56 mark, sealing first place.&nbsp;VMI placed five additional wrestlers in the top 10 in the 133, 141, 184, and 197 weight classes.&nbsp;The Keydets return to the mat on Nov. 9 in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania for the Journeymen Wranglemania Duals. &nbsp;Also nominated: Blake Boarman (Chattanooga), Todd Carter (Gardner-Webb), Eugene Harney (Campbell), Billy Janzer (The Citadel), Tanner Peake (Davidson), Luke Uliano (App State) &nbsp;2024-25 SoCon Wrestler of the Week&nbsp; &nbsp;Nov. 6 Patrick Jordon, So., VMI &nbsp;

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JOHNSON CITY TENN. – Furman scored a goal in the first four minutes of the contest as the fourth-seeded Paladins took down the&nbsp; No. 2 seed ETSU, 2-0, on Sunday in Johnson City, Tennessee, to claim the Southern Conference Men’s Soccer Championship.The win represents the Paladins’ 15th SoCon Men’s Soccer Championship, the first since 2018.With the win, Furman claims the SoCon’s automatic bid to the NCAA Men’s Soccer Championship. The NCAA Selection Show will air on NCAA.com on Monday at 1 p.m.Christian Kraus scored the opening goal of the game, the eventual game-winning score, in the fourth minute to put Furman on the board. The forward found the bottom left corner of the net for the score, off an assist from Wilfer Bustamante.In the 70th minute of play, Caleb Johnson scored the Paladins’ second goal with an assist from Lloyd Wamu-Snell.The Paladins outshot the Buccaneers, 15-9, while both teams recorded five corner kicks and three saves.Tournament MOP Aaron Salinas played all 90 minutes of the game in the goal for the Paladins, leading the defense that kept ETSU scoreless. Furman gave up just one goal for the entirety of the conference tournament.Today’s result puts Furman ahead 2-0 all-time against ETSU in the SoCon tournament.&nbsp;The Paladins enter NCAA Tournament play with a 9-3-5 overall record.&nbsp;2024 SoCon Men’s Soccer Championship All-Tournament TeamAaron Salinas, FurmanChristian Kraus, FurmanLloyd Wamu-Snell, FurmanSlade Starnes, FurmanMarc Kouadio, ETSUGabriel Ramos, ETSULouie Salkeld, ETSUSami Lachekar, UNCGAxel Alejandre, UNCGHugo Moldin, WoffordPaul Jones, Wofford
 Most Outstanding PlayerAaron Salinas, Furman&nbsp;Pinnacle Award (highest GPA on championship-winning team)Jack Travis, Furman2024 SoCon Men's Soccer ChampionshipQuarterfinals, Friday, Nov. 8&nbsp;Campus sitesMatch 1: No. 4 Furman 2, No. 5 Mercer 0 (Greensboro, N.C.)Match 2: No. 3 Wofford 3, No. 6 VMI 0 (Johnson City, Tenn.)&nbsp;Championship Semifinals, Sunday, Nov. 10Campus sites (at higher seeds)Match 3: No. 4 Furman 1, No. 1 UNCG 1 (FU advances on PKs, 6-5) (Greensboro, N.C.)Match 4: No. 3 Wofford 1, No. 2 ETSU 1 (ETSU advances on PKs, 5-3) (Johnson City, Tenn.)&nbsp;Finals, Sunday, Nov. 17Johnson City, Tenn.Match 5: No. 4 Furman 2, No. 2 ETSU 0

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