WVU Wrestling Defeats Lock Haven in Regular Season Finale

Mountaineers earn 11th win of the season, most under head coach Tim Flynn

Published on Feb. 22, 2026

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The No. 17 West Virginia University wrestling team defeated Lock Haven, 21-15, to finish the regular season on Saturday. Despite losing the first three bouts, WVU rallied to earn its 11th win of the regular season, the most wins in a single season under head coach Tim Flynn. Freshman Brock Kehler's overtime win in the heavyweight bout sparked a streak for the Mountaineers, who also earned wins at 125 and 133 pounds.

Why it matters

This victory marks a milestone for the WVU wrestling program, as they have achieved their most wins in a single season since 2014. The team's ability to overcome an early deficit and secure the win showcases their resilience and growth under Coach Flynn's leadership.

The details

After falling behind 9-0, WVU turned things around in the heavyweight bout as freshman Brock Kehler scored a takedown in overtime to win his match. That sparked a run for the Mountaineers, who then won at 125 and 133 pounds to take a 12-9 lead. Lock Haven regained the advantage at 15-12, but WVU freshman Cole Evans and redshirt sophomore Ty Watters sealed the victory with wins at 157 and 165 pounds, respectively.

  • The dual meet took place on Saturday, February 21, 2026 at Thomas Fieldhouse in Lock Haven, Pennsylvania.
  • This was the final regular season dual meet for the Mountaineers.

The players

West Virginia University

The No. 17 ranked wrestling team that defeated Lock Haven 21-15 to finish the regular season.

Tim Flynn

The head coach of the West Virginia University wrestling team, who has led the Mountaineers to their most wins in a single season since 2014.

Brock Kehler

A freshman wrestler for West Virginia University who won his heavyweight bout in overtime to spark a rally for the Mountaineers.

Louie Gill

A redshirt sophomore wrestler for West Virginia University who earned a win by decision at 125 pounds.

Gunner Andrick

A freshman wrestler ranked No. 15 nationally who won by fall at 133 pounds to give WVU its first lead of the match.

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What’s next

The Mountaineers will compete at the 2026 Big 12 Wrestling Championships in Tulsa, Oklahoma, on March 6-7.

The takeaway

West Virginia's wrestling program has taken a major step forward this season, achieving their most wins in a single year since 2014 under Coach Flynn's leadership. This victory over Lock Haven showcases the team's resilience and growth, setting them up for a strong postseason run.