Recently, it was announced that three members of the Penn State wrestling team would be competing in the National Wrestling Coaches Association All-Star Classic Nov. 22 in Austin, Texas. The event features 13 men’s and women’s matches and All-American wrestlers in all weight classes. The event is returning after a four-year hiatus.
Headlining will be defending national champion and Penn State star Carter Starocci. Starocci will face Virginia Tech’s Mekhi Lewis in a national championship rematch at the 174-pound weight class.
Another Penn State individual national champion, Aaron Brooks will wrestle Parker Keckeisen. This matchup pits the top two wrestlers in the 184-pound class.
The final Penn State wrestler participating is the event is Greg Kerkvliet, the No. 2 heavyweight in the nation. Kerkvliet will be going up against Tony Cassioppi from Iowa, ranked fourth.
Add Nittany Sports Now as a preferred source in Google! Click here to add us.Penn State had five individuals win national championships and the team national championship in 2022. The Nittany Lions are the odds-on favorites to win an NCAA record 11th national championship and the tenth in the last 13 years this season.
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