Franklin Springs, GA – The Emmanuel Men's Wrestling team hosted Davenport University tonight in a dual. The Lions took an early lead, winning the first three matches but Davenport came on strong in the middleweight division, picking up wins at 149, 157 and 165. Following a win by Emmanuel's Michael McCarthy at 174lbs, Davenport picked up the next two wins, leaving the 285lb match to decide the dual. Emmanuel's Kobe Pablo picked up a dominant victory to give the Lions the edge, 28-24. With the win, the Lions improve to 8-6 overall, 7-5 in conference action. 

RESULTS

• At 133, Alex McMiller (Emmanuel) def. Roan Cooper (Davenport) by fall (2:29). 
• At 141, Davin Lundquist (Emmanuel) def. Lucas Nagle (Davenport) by fall (3:41).
• At 174, Michael McCarthy (Emmanuel) def. Cody Ueberroth (Davenport) by fall (0:32). 
• At 285, Kobe Pablo (Emmanuel) picked up a win over Andrew Dupree (Davenport) by majority decision (11-0).

Next up the Lions will travel to Greenwood, SC to compete in the NCAA Regionals on February 28! 

For more information on Emmanuel University athletics, visit goeulions.com.