SALEM, Va. – The Shenandoah University wrestling team faced a challenging night on the road, falling to conference rival Roanoke College, 40-10, on Thursday evening. The Hornets (3-6, 1-2 ODAC) have been dealing with a string of injuries, forcing them to forfeit three weight classes and start the match in a significant deficit.

Despite the setbacks, Shenandoah secured two hard-fought victories. At 141 pounds, Sean Rinebolt earned a dominant 10-2 major decision. Additionally, Bryan Mpengo showcased resilience at 164 pounds, overcoming an early first-round take down to secure a victory by fall in the third period.

RESULTS:
 
125: Isaic Paulino (Roa) over (Shen) (For.)
133: Michael Policarpio (Roa) over (Shen) (For.)
141: Sean Rinebolt (Shen) over Jake Yowell (Roa) (MD 10-2)
149: Corey Messick (Roa) over Hunter Ballantine (Shen) (Dec 9-2)
157: Jarrod Pominville (Roa) over Cannon Long (Shen) (Dec 12-6)
165: Bryan Mpengo (Shen) over Andru Boyd (Roa) (Fall 6:02)
174: Kyle Lee (Roa) over Dylan Weaver (Shen) (MD 12-3)
184: Steven Martinos (Roa) over Dylan Wiegert (Shen) (Fall 2:19)
197: Wyatt Sage (Roa) over (Shen) (For.)
285: Brady Elswick (Roa) over Rives Hargis (Shen) (Fall 0:26)
 
UP NEXT:
 
The Hornets will take a break from duals and head to Ursinus College on Saturday to take part in the Will Abele Invite.
 
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