Ohio State Wrestling Defeats Maryland in Season Finale

Buckeyes end dual meet season on a high note with victory over Terrapins

Published on Feb. 16, 2026

The Ohio State University wrestling team defeated the University of Maryland Terrapins in their final dual meet of the season. The Buckeyes secured the victory in a hard-fought match that concluded their regular season schedule.

Why it matters

Ohio State's wrestling program is a powerhouse in the Big Ten conference, and this win over Maryland caps off a successful dual meet campaign for the Buckeyes as they shift their focus to the upcoming postseason tournaments.

The details

The final score of the match was Ohio State 24, Maryland 13. The Buckeyes won 7 of the 10 individual weight classes, including key victories in several close bouts. This was the last tune-up for Ohio State before they compete in the Big Ten Championships and NCAA Tournament in the coming weeks.

  • The dual meet took place on February 15, 2026.

The players

Ohio State University Wrestling

A highly successful NCAA Division I wrestling program that competes in the Big Ten conference.

University of Maryland Wrestling

The wrestling team for the University of Maryland, a member of the Big Ten conference.

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What’s next

Ohio State will now shift its focus to the Big Ten Championships, which will take place in early March, followed by the NCAA Tournament later that month.

The takeaway

Ohio State's wrestling team capped off a strong dual meet season with a victory over Maryland, positioning them well for a run at conference and national titles in the upcoming postseason tournaments.