*Penn State Wrestling Alum Bo Nickal Wins UFC Debut: Former Nittany Lion Star Earns First-Round Submission Victory*
University Park, PA – Penn State wrestling alum Bo Nickal made a successful transition to mixed martial arts, winning his UFC debut via first-round submission. Nickal, a three-time NCAA champion and four-time All-American at Penn State, defeated his opponent with a submission hold at 2:39 of the first round.
*Nickal’s Wrestling Background*
Nickal was a dominant force on the mat during his time at Penn State, winning three NCAA titles and four Big Ten championships. He was also a four-time All-American and was named the Dan Hodge Trophy winner in 2019.
*Nickal’s Transition to MMA*
After completing his
