CLARION, Pa. — Clarion wrestling showcased its depth and talent Saturday afternoon, defeating Ohio 25-16 at the Waldo S. Tippin Gymnasium in front of 364 fans. The Golden Eagles won seven of ten bouts, including four bonus-point victories that proved decisive in securing the dual meet triumph.

The tone was set early as Clarion's lower weights established commanding control. Travis Clawson opened the dual with authority at 125 pounds, overwhelming Brayden Teunissen 10-0 for a major decision. Joey Fischer followed suit at 133, earning another major decision over Ryan Meek 13-5. Scott Johnson then delivered the knockout punch at 141, recording a technical fall victory over Kolten Barker 18-3 in just 4:23.

Oliver Fairchild capped the early surge with a hard-fought 7-6 decision over Paul Woo at 149 pounds, giving Clarion an insurmountable 16-0 team lead through the first four bouts.

Ohio's Derek Raike provided the Bobcats' first bright spot at 157 pounds, dominating Wesley Barnes 13-4 for a major decision. However, Clarion's Alejandro Herrera-Rondon immediately answered with the dual's most impressive individual performance, pinning Jack Lledo in 3:35 at 165 pounds to extend the lead to 22-4.

The middle weights belonged to Ohio as the Bobcats mounted their comeback attempt. Garrett Thompson delivered a statement victory at 174, technicallyally falling Gabe Lilly 15-0 in 3:55. Sal Perrine followed with a 6-2 decision over Adrian Gacek at 184, and Zayne Lehman added a major decision victory over Ethan Wiant 13-0 at 197 pounds.

Ohio's late surge trimmed Clarion's advantage to 22-16, setting up a dramatic heavyweight finale. John Meyers stepped up for the Golden Eagles, securing a 5-0 decision over Wyatt Schmitt to seal the team victory.

Clarion's success stemmed from their dominant opening sequence and ability to answer Ohio's mid-match momentum. The Golden Eagles' four major decisions and technical fall more than offset Ohio's late rally, with bonus points proving crucial in the nine-point margin of victory.

The dual showcased contrasting styles, with Clarion finding success through balanced scoring and consistent pressure, while Ohio relied on explosive performances from their upper weights. Herrera-Rondon's fall provided the highlight-reel moment, while the heavyweight bout delivered the necessary drama to close out an entertaining afternoon of wrestling.

**Bout-by-Bout Results / Team Score by Bout**
Final: Clarion 25 – Ohio 16
125: Travis Clawson (Clarion) major dec. Brayden Teunissen (Ohio) 10-0 // Clarion leads 4-0
133: Joey Fischer (Clarion) major dec. Ryan Meek (Ohio) 13-5 // Clarion leads 8-0
141: Scott Johnson (Clarion) tech fall Kolten Barker (Ohio) in 4:23 18-3 // Clarion leads 13-0
149: Oliver Fairchild (Clarion) dec. Paul Woo (Ohio) 7-6 // Clarion leads 16-0
157: Derek Raike (Ohio) major dec. Wesley Barnes (Clarion) 13-4 // Clarion leads 16-4
165: Alejandro Herrera-Rondon (Clarion) won by fall over Jack Lledo (Ohio) in 3:35 // Clarion leads 22-4
174: Garrett Thompson (Ohio) tech fall Gabe Lilly (Clarion) in 3:55 15-0 // Clarion leads 22-9
184: Sal Perrine (Ohio) dec. Adrian Gacek (Clarion) 6-2 // Clarion leads 22-12
197: Zayne Lehman (Ohio) major dec. Ethan Wiant (Clarion) 13-0 // Clarion leads 22-16
285: John Meyers (Clarion) dec. Wyatt Schmitt (Ohio) 5-0 // Clarion wins 25-16