HIRAM, Ohio – November 7, 2026 – Hiram College men's wrestling opened its 2026-27 season on Saturday, competing in the Mount Union Invitational against a competitive field of programs.

The Terriers had four different wrestlers earn at least two victories, highlighted by sophomore Taveon Moss, who picked up three wins in the 133-pound bracket. Moss earned a dominant 16-1 technical fall over West Liberty before advancing by medical forfeit against Seton Hill. He followed that performance with a convincing 12-4 major decision over Saint Vincent to secure his third victory of the day.

Nathan Westinghouse (149 lbs) and James Kelly (141 lbs) also turned in strong performances, each earning two victories, including a win by pin. Westinghouse opened his tournament with a narrow 5-4 decision over Randolph before bouncing back with a pin against Wheeling in 2:30. Kelly started his day with a first-round pin over Southern Virginia in 2:51 before adding a hard-fought 15-13 decision over West Liberty.

Rounding out the top performers was Henry McLear (184 lbs), who made his collegiate debut with two victories. McLear earned an 11-2 major decision over John Carroll before securing a pin against WVU Potomac State in just 1:22.

Jackson Bowers, Gavin Jones, RJ Lyons and King Amari Wright also found their way into the win column. Bowers (157 lbs) recorded a 15-0 technical fall over Southern Virginia, while Jones (285 lbs) secured a pin over Case Western Reserve in just 22 seconds. Lyons Jr. (133 lbs) and Wright (165 lbs) also earned pins over Muskingum and Point Park, respectively.

Hiram will return to action next Saturday when it competes in the Washington & Jefferson Invitational, beginning at 9 a.m.