Franklin Spring, GA - Emmanuel College Men's Wrestling hosted the Georgia Open this past weekend. There were 30 difference teams slotted to compete.
Men's Wrestling headed into this event coming off of a huge victory of 55-0 against Conference opponent Emory & Henry College. There were a total of 30 teams that participated in this event. The Lions placed 4th overall as a team with a score of 81.5 points. The Lions had three outstanding wrestlers that made a huge impact on their team placement. Harvey Ridings would take 3rd place in the 133lbs weight class. Gage Shetley would go 5-1 in the 157lbs weight class but would reach his NCAA limit which would no longer allow him to wrestle. Lastly, Gavin Harper who wrested in the 197lbs weight class would place 4th overall.
Emmanuel will host Belmont Abbey College for a Conference matchup against the Crusaders on Wednesday, November 16th. The match is set to begin at 7:00pm.