Brown Wrestling Earns Ivy League Honors

Reall named First Team All-Ivy, Semenenko earns Second Team

Published on Mar. 6, 2026

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Brown University wrestlers Andrew Reall (197 lbs) and Alex Semenenko (285 lbs) have earned significant postseason accolades from the Ivy League. Reall secured a unanimous First Team All-Ivy selection, while Semenenko was named to the Second Team, highlighting their strong regular season performances and setting high expectations for the upcoming Ivy League Championships.

Why it matters

The Ivy League honors showcase the talent and success of Brown's wrestling program, which has seen a resurgence in recent years. Reall and Semenenko's achievements not only bring pride to the university but also demonstrate the program's ability to produce elite-level wrestlers who can compete at the highest levels of collegiate competition.

The details

Andrew Reall, a 197-pounder, had an exceptional season, posting a 32-4 overall record and a 13-1 dual meet record. This marks the first time a Brown wrestler has surpassed 30 wins since 2014-15. Reall's dominant performance earned him the top seed in the 197-pound weight class at the upcoming Ivy League Wrestling Tournament. Meanwhile, heavyweight Alex Semenenko continued his dominance, recording a 24-6 overall record and 12-2 dual meet record, which earned him a Second Team All-Ivy selection. Semenenko is currently tied for fifth in NCAA DI with nine pinfalls.

  • The Ivy League Championships will be held on March 8 in New York.
  • Reall and Semenenko's performances at the Ivy League Championships will determine if they qualify for the NCAA Championships.

The players

Andrew Reall

A 197-pound wrestler for Brown University who earned a unanimous First Team All-Ivy selection after posting a 32-4 overall record and a 13-1 dual meet record this season.

Alex Semenenko

A heavyweight wrestler for Brown University who earned a Second Team All-Ivy selection after recording a 24-6 overall record and 12-2 dual meet record, including nine pinfalls which ties him for fifth in NCAA DI.

Jordan Leen

The head coach of the Brown University wrestling team.

Meyer Shapiro

The wrestler of the year in the Ivy League, representing Cornell University.

Jaxon Joy

The rookie of the year in the Ivy League.

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What they’re saying

“While the All-Ivy honors are a source of pride, the athletes' focus remains firmly on the postseason.”

— Jordan Leen, Brown Wrestling Head Coach

What’s next

The Ivy League Championships, which will be aired on ESPN+ and ESPNews, will be a crucial stepping stone for both Reall and Semenenko as they aim for qualification for the NCAA Championships.

The takeaway

Brown's wrestling program has demonstrated its ability to produce elite-level talent, with Reall and Semenenko's Ivy League honors highlighting the team's resurgence and the potential for further success in the postseason.