Griffins Open Dual Match Season with 17-15 Victory
November 14, 2012
Seton Hill made the short trip up to Thiel College to open up their dual match portion of the season on Wednesday night. Seton Hill jumped out to a quick 14-0 lead after winning the first four matches and then held on for a 17-15 victory. Steven Smith got the Griffins off to a good start in the match with a 10-2 major decision victory at 125 pounds. Mike Grant then picked up a 5-4 decision victory at 133 pounds. AJ Fisher followed with a 10-4 decision at 141 pounds and Nick Nichols gave the Griffins a 14-0 lead with a 12-3 major decision at 149 pounds. Zach Benzio picked up the other Griffin victory at 174 pounds with a 8-7 overtime victory. Seton Hill will next take part in the Mercyhurst Laker Open on Saturday.