Penn State Wrestling’s Rivalries: A Look at the Team’s Biggest Competitors and Most Heated Matches
Penn State wrestling has a rich history of rivalries with other top programs, and these matchups often produce some of the most intense and exciting matches of the season. Here are some of the Nittany Lions’ biggest rivals:
– *Iowa Hawkeyes*: The rivalry between Penn State and Iowa is one of the most storied in college wrestling. The two teams have combined for 37 NCAA team titles.
– *Ohio State Buckeyes*: The rivalry between Penn State and Ohio State has grown in recent years, with the two teams frequently battling for Big Ten supremacy.
– *Oklahoma State Cowboys*: The rivalry between Penn State and Oklahoma State dates back to the 1950s, and the two teams have a long history of producing thrilling matches.
Some of the most heated matches between Penn State and its rivals include:
– *Penn State vs. Iowa (2019)*: The Nittany Lions edged the Hawkeyes 27-13 in a dual meet that featured several intense matches.
– *Penn State vs. Ohio State (2020)*: The Buckeyes stunned the Nittany Lions 24-13 in a dual meet that saw several upsets.
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