Men’s wrestling closely trails behind competition in regional tournament

By Angelina Berry, Contributing Writer • March 2, 2026

The Athletics and Events Center buzzed with excitement Feb. 27 and 28 as Ithaca College’s men’s wrestling team had five wrestlers punch their tickets to the Division III NCAA National Championship and had a runner-up finish as a team.

Men’s wrestling continues dominant streak through senior day

By Antonio Vengoechea, Staff Writer • February 16, 2026

On Feb. 13, Beneath the bright lights of the Ben Light Gymnasium, the No. 22 Ithaca College men’s wrestling team punctuated its home schedule with a 29-9 dual meet performance against the Wilkes University Colonels that honored its past while solidifying its postseason future.

Split three match weekend prepares men’s wrestling for postseason competition

By Antonio Vengoechea, Staff Writer • February 5, 2026

After a grueling home stretch against some of the top programs in the country, the No. 23 Ithaca College men’s wrestling team walked away with a mix of results that underscored both their resilience and the technical work still ahead. 

Men’s wrestling opens season with team and individual triumphs

By Angelina Berry, Contributing Writer • November 12, 2025

The Ithaca College men’s wrestling team opened its season at the Ithaca Invitational on Nov. 7 and 8 in dominant fashion, pinning down a first place team finish, five champions and one outstanding wrestler. 

All-American finish from Xavier Pommells headlines wrestling’s performance at nationals

By Jacob Infald, Senior Writer • March 21, 2025

On March 14 and 15, the Ithaca College wrestling team wrapped up another season with a 42nd place finish at the NCAA Division lll National Championship. Despite falling short of lofty preseason goals that included competing for a national team title, the team still holds its head high led by senior Xavier Pommells who recorded an All-American finish by placing eighth overall in the 184 lb bracket. 

Men’s wrestling aims to pin down a national championship

By Jacob Infald, Senior Writer • November 7, 2024

After sending five athletes to the NCAA National Championship meet in the 2023–24 season, the Ithaca College wrestling team is locked in this year as it strives to put enough individuals on the podium to win the long-eluded NCAA Division III Wrestling Team Championship — something the team has not secured since 1994. 

Wrestling takes home bronze at its annual Bomber Invitational

By David Schurter, Co-Sports Editor • November 4, 2024

For the first time since the 2024 NCAA Division III Championships on March 15 and 16, the Ithaca College men’s wrestling team took to the mat at its 40th annual season-opening Bomber Invitational on Nov. 1-2. Out of the 11 teams at the meet, the team saw itself in fourth place after day one with 46 points and concluded day two and the invitational in third place with 151.5 points.

Wrestling caps off season with endings and new beginnings at nationals

By Jacob Infald, Senior Writer • March 21, 2024

The Ithaca College wrestling team sent five competitors to the NCAA Division lll wrestling championships at the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse on March 15. The tournament capped off what was another successful season for the Bombers as they continued their tradition of excellence in the Division lll wrestling scene.

Wrestling shows strong performances in the Ithaca Quad

By Flynn Hynes, Senior Writer • February 5, 2024

The Ithaca College men’s wrestling team competed in the Ithaca Quad on Feb. 3, dominating in all three matches in a pinning frenzy. Throughout the three matches, the Bombers racked up 14 wins by fall.

Wrestling’s comeback falls short against No. 12 Lions

By Flynn Hynes, Senior Writer • January 27, 2024

The Ithaca College wrestling team faced off against the No. 12 College of New Jersey Lions in a dual meet on Jan. 27 at Ben Light Gymnasium. It was a meet that came down to the last match with the Lions winning 20–15 over the Bombers.