Bucknell Rallies to Defeat American in Wrestling Match

Bison overcome early deficit to win 22-21 in Eastern Intercollegiate showdown

Published on Feb. 16, 2026

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Bucknell University's wrestling team rallied from an early deficit to defeat American University 22-21 in a close Eastern Intercollegiate matchup. The Bison were helped by a victory from Cade Wirnsberger over former local standout Kaden Milheim at 157 pounds.

Why it matters

This victory is an important one for the Bucknell wrestling program, as they look to build momentum and position themselves for success in the highly competitive Eastern Intercollegiate conference.

The details

Bucknell overcame an early deficit to pull out the narrow 22-21 win over American. Key to the Bison's comeback was Cade Wirnsberger's victory over Kaden Milheim, another local standout, in the 157-pound match.

  • The match took place on February 16, 2026.

The players

Bucknell University

A private liberal arts university located in Lewisburg, Pennsylvania, known for its strong athletics programs including wrestling.

American University

A private research university in Washington, D.C. with a competitive Division I wrestling program that competes in the Eastern Intercollegiate conference.

Cade Wirnsberger

A wrestler for Bucknell University who defeated former local standout Kaden Milheim in the 157-pound match.

Kaden Milheim

A wrestler for American University who was defeated by Cade Wirnsberger in the 157-pound match.

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The takeaway

Bucknell's comeback victory over American demonstrates the resilience and competitive spirit of the Bison wrestling program, which will look to build on this win as they continue their Eastern Intercollegiate conference schedule.