No. 1 Roanoke Sweeps Men's Wrestling in ODAC Dual

Maroons dominate Averett University 45-0 to remain undefeated in conference and non-conference play.

Published on Feb. 7, 2026

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The top-ranked Roanoke College wrestling team proved too strong for Averett University, securing a decisive 45-0 victory in an Old Dominion Athletic Conference (ODAC) dual meet on Saturday. Roanoke showcased its depth, winning all nine weight classes against the Cougars.

Why it matters

This victory highlights Roanoke's position as a leading wrestling program in the region, with the team remaining undefeated in both conference and non-conference competition. The ODAC has seen increased wrestling competitiveness in recent years, making the upcoming conference championships highly anticipated.

The details

Roanoke's win began with a sudden victory for Mac Cafurello at 125 pounds, setting the tone for the rest of the match. The Maroons continued to dominate, securing victories by technical fall, decision, and fall across the weight classes. Notable results included technical falls by Jude Robson at 133 pounds and Taylor Smith at 149 pounds, as well as falls by Hunter Moore at 184 pounds and Lorenzo Pellot-Vazquez at 197 pounds.

  • The match took place on Saturday, February 8, 2026.
  • The ODAC Championships will be hosted by Shenandoah University on February 14, 2026.

The players

Roanoke College

The No. 1 ranked men's wrestling team in the nation, which remains undefeated in conference and non-conference play.

Averett University

A competitive wrestling team with a record of 12-9 overall and 4-1 in ODAC matches, who will look to rebound at the upcoming ODAC Championships.

Mac Cafurello

A Roanoke College wrestler who won by sudden victory at 125 pounds, setting the tone for the Maroons' dominant performance.

Jude Robson

A Roanoke College wrestler who secured a technical fall victory at 133 pounds.

Taylor Smith

A Roanoke College wrestler who won by technical fall at 149 pounds.

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What’s next

The ODAC Championships will be hosted by Shenandoah University on February 14, 2026, where Averett University will look to rebound and Roanoke College will aim to continue its dominant performance.

The takeaway

Roanoke College's decisive victory over Averett University in the ODAC dual meet underscores the Maroons' position as a leading wrestling program in the region. With the ODAC Championships on the horizon, the increased competitiveness within the conference promises an exciting and highly anticipated event.