MONTEVALLO, Ala. – The University of Montevallo wrestling team returns to tournament action Sunday, Nov. 8, as the Falcons travel to Franklin Springs, Georgia, to compete in the Georgia Open at the Shaw Athletic Complex. The tournament is scheduled to begin at 9 a.m.

PREVIOUS DUAL
The Falcons opened their 2026-27 dual season against Truett McConnell in Cleveland, Georgia, falling 24-19. Despite the team result, Montevallo recorded four individual victories, highlighted by strong performances from its upper-weight competitors. Nick Dempsey got the Falcons on the board at 157 pounds with a 17-2 technical fall victory over Toby House in 5:18. Joey Stephens followed at 184 pounds, earning a 19-10 major decision over Miles Mason. Savian Graham added another technical fall at 197 pounds, defeating Owen Jones, 16-1, in 4:19. Montevallo closed out the dual with Sam Euceda-Torres earning a 19-4 technical fall victory over Connor Armstrong at heavyweight.

PREVIOUS TOURNAMENT
Montevallo found success at the Glenville State Open, highlighted by four individual top-five finishes. Cole Hunt led the way for Montevallo, capturing the 125-pound individual championship with a perfect 5-0 record. Hunt defeated Fairmont State's Jorden Williams, 4-0, in the championship match to secure the title. His performance also earned him Conference Carolinas Player of the Week honors. Carson Freeman added a second-place finish at 165 pounds, recording four victories throughout the tournament. Colt Brown and Cole Tolley also contributed to the Falcons' team performance, each finishing fifth in their respective weight classes at 133 and 197 pounds.

UP NEXT: Montevallo will continue its road schedule Tuesday, Nov. 10, against Bluefield State and Emory & Henry in Emory, Virginia.