DURHAM – The Duke wrestling program travels to Clinton, S.C. on Wednesday for a midweek matchup against George Mason and Presbyterian. Weigh-ins begin at 11 a.m., with action to start for the Blue Devils at 12 p.m. against George Mason.
THE SCHEDULE
12 p.m.: Duke vs. George Mason
2 p.m.: Presbyterian vs. George Mason
4 p.m.: Duke vs. Presbyterian
HOW TO FOLLOW
PREDICTED LINEUP
125:
Ethan Grimminger
133:
Drake Doolittle /
Christian Colman
141:
Jarred Papcsy
149:
Patrick Rowland
157:
Preston Decker /
Logan Ferrero
165:
Gaetano Console
174:
Conor Becker
184:
Jack Wimmer /
Luke Chakonis
197:
Brayden Ray
285:
Jonah Niesenbaum
NOTEABLES
- Redshirt senior Brayden Ray is set to make his debut for the Blue Devils this season, competing at 197 pounds.
- After capturing two straight tournament titles and his first career wins over ranked opponents, No. 19 Jonah Niesenbaum is now 11-1 on the season and closing in on last season's wins total of 16 – his career best.
A CLOSER LOOK AT THE SERIES
PRESBYTERIAN
The Blue Devils are 1-0 all-time against the Blue Hose after a convincing 30-7 decision last season.
GEORGE MASON
Duke leads the all-time series 6-2 overall and has won three of the last four meetings after a 24-9 win over the Patriots in 2014.
UP NEXT
Duke returns to the mat on Sunday, Jan. 1, opening a two-day stint at the Southern Scuffle in Chattanooga, Tenn.
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