COLUMBIA, MO. (EMUEagles.com) – The Eastern Michigan University wrestling team battled, but were ultimately overwhelmed by No. 4 University of Missouri, 35-7, in Mid-American Conference dual action Saturday afternoon, Jan. 13, at the Hearnes Center.
The Eagles (4-6, 0-3 MAC) won two bouts on the day, both from their senior leaders. Redshirt senior Kyle Springer (New Boston, Mich.-Davenport Assumption (Indiana)) won his match via major decision, while fellow redshirt senior No. 17 Gage Hutchison (Buchanan, Mich.-Buchanan) won in overtime.
All in all, EMU went up against eight nationally ranked opponents on the Tigers (13-0, 4-0 MAC), losing four by bonus points.