Penn State Wrestler Levi Haines Dominates Ohio State's T.J. Schierl

Biglerville High School graduate tech falls Ohio State opponent 15-1 as Penn State wins dual meet 36-5.

Published on Feb. 14, 2026

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Penn State senior Levi Haines, a graduate of Biglerville High School, defeated Ohio State's T.J. Schierl by a score of 15-1 in their wrestling match. Haines' dominant performance helped Penn State win the overall dual meet against Ohio State by a score of 36-5.

Why it matters

Haines' victory over Schierl was a key part of Penn State's decisive win over their Big Ten rival Ohio State. As a senior, Haines' continued success is important for the Nittany Lions as they aim to have another strong season and compete for a national championship.

The details

Haines, a 157-pound wrestler, tech falled Schierl 15-1 in their match. The tech fall, where a wrestler wins by a margin of 15 or more points, showcased Haines' dominance over his Ohio State opponent on the mat.

  • The dual meet took place on February 13, 2026.

The players

Levi Haines

A senior wrestler at Penn State University and a graduate of Biglerville High School.

T.J. Schierl

A wrestler for Ohio State University who competed against Levi Haines in the dual meet.

Penn State

The university's wrestling team, which defeated Ohio State 36-5 in the dual meet.

Ohio State

The university's wrestling team, which lost to Penn State 36-5 in the dual meet.

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What they’re saying

“Levi Haines' dominant performance was a key part of our team's victory over Ohio State. As a senior leader, we're counting on him to continue this level of excellence throughout the season.”

— Cael Sanderson, Head Coach, Penn State Wrestling (ydr.com)

What’s next

Penn State will look to build on this win as they continue their quest for a national championship, while Ohio State will aim to rebound in their next dual meet.

The takeaway

Levi Haines' tech fall victory over his Ohio State opponent showcased the senior's skill and leadership for the Penn State wrestling team as they pursue another successful season.