Poteau, OK – The Lyon College men's wrestling team competed in the Viking Men's Open, hosted by Carl Albert State College. Thomas Pluhar and Avery Fengel battled through challenging opening matches as they represented the Scots in the tournament.
 
Competing in the 133-pound weight class, Pluhar opened the tournament with a bye, advancing directly to the second round. In his first match, he battled into the third period before falling by pin and moving into the consolation bracket. Pluhar's tournament run came to an end in the consolation round after his opponent secured an 11-8 decision.
 
Competing in the 149-pound weight class, Fengel opened the tournament with a hard-fought match that extended deep into the bout before falling by major decision. He moved into the consolation bracket, where he once again battled into the third period. However, the match ended in a decision in favor of his opponent, bringing Fengel's tournament run to a close.
 
Up next, Scots will head to Drury University for the Drury Open on November 15^th.