UNC Wrestling Begins 2025-26 Season at Southeast Open
Chapel Hill,N.C. – The University of North Carolina wrestling team will kick off its 2025-26 season this Sunday at the Southeast Open in Hixson, Tennessee. The tournament marks the first competitive action for the Tar Heels as thay begin their pursuit of a strong dual meet record and postseason success.
UNC returns a roster featuring nationally-ranked grapplers and promising underclassmen, aiming to build upon recent achievements. The team will be looking to integrate its freshman and sophomore classes alongside established veterans. The Southeast Open provides an early possibility to assess talent and refine strategies before the heart of the dual season.
Here’s a look at the anticipated lineup, categorized by experience:
Returning Wrestlers:
* 125: Laird Root, Joey Showalter
* 165: Charlie Darracott
* 174: Sabino Portella, Cade Tenold
* 184: Collin Carrigan, Jake Dailey, Nicholas Fea, Marcus Murabito, Carson Tenold
* 197: No. 30 Robert Platt,
