Indianapolis, Ind. — The West Liberty University men's wrestling team competed against one of the nation's deepest fields over the weekend at the 46th Annual Midwest Classic, hosted by the University of Indianapolis, highlighted by a fourth-place finish from Nico Taddy and several strong individual efforts across the lineup.

Nico Taddy led the Hilltoppers at 157 pounds, turning in an outstanding performance to place fourth and score 19 team points. Taddy opened the tournament with an 18–0 technical fall over Kevin Boston (CSU Pueblo) and followed with a 16–4 major decision against Fernando Lopez (Ashland). He continued his run with a 1–0 decision over Matt Hoelke (Newberry) and a 14–3 major decision in the quarterfinals against Mike Zacur (Seton Hill). After a setback in the semifinals, Taddy rebounded with a pin over Vincent Cabral (Western Colorado) before concluding the tournament in the third-place match.

At heavyweight, Parker Bentley posted a 3–2 record. Bentley opened with an injury default win and a decisive victory over Tyler Wise (Fairmont State) before battling through the consolation rounds with a win over Eli Reese (Chadron State).

Bodie Morgan (165) also finished 3–2, putting together a strong consolation run that included a decision over Gavin Nelson (Ashland), a major decision against Jake Taylor (Wheeling), and a pin of Anthony Lawrence (East Stroudsburg).

At 149 pounds, Anthony Wood went 2–2, earning back-to-back consolation victories with decisions over Daniel Sinclair (Millersville) and Micah Cotrell (Findlay).

Khyvon Grace (141) recorded a 2–2 showing, highlighted by a 6–3 decision over Rylen Campbell (Ashland) and a 10–4 decision in the consolation rounds against Tanner Arjes (Upper Iowa).

Carter Winegardner (174) also finished 2–2, picking up a 14–4 major decision over Zach Meisenzahl (Glenville State) and a decision win over Breck Williams (Adams State).

The Hilltoppers return to the mat Wednesday when they visit Lake Erie for a dual.