Garaway wrestling drops close dual to Claymont

Pirates fall 39-35 in Jan. 28 dual meet, despite strong individual performances.

Mitchell Tetreault was one of seven Pirates to win a match during a dual against Claymont.

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Published February 6, 2026 - 11:59 a.m.

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Garaway wrestling drops close dual to Claymont

The Garaway wrestling team suffered a 39-35 loss to Claymont in a dual Jan. 28.

Bryce Books (106 pounds, technical fall), Mitchell Tetreault (150, decision), Colton Domer (165, decision), Matt Frey (175, fall), Dillon King (190, fall), Thomas Grimm (215, fall) and Bobby Bowers (heavyweight, fall) won matches for the Pirates.

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