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The Ohio State Buckeyes showcased remarkable performances this weekend, with the women’s fencing team achieving a perfect 5-0 record at the Penn Invitational in Philadelphia. The men’s fencing team also recorded a solid 3-2 performance. Additionally, freshmen wrestlers Brogan Fielding and Maddox Shaw clinched titles at the Red Raider Open in Ohio. The Buckeyes displayed their skills in fencing and wrestling, contributing to a successful athletic weekend along with a men’s basketball match against UCLA.
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The Ohio State Buckeyes athletic programs experienced a busy and successful weekend, highlighted by impressive performances in fencing and wrestling. The No. 7-ranked women’s fencing team achieved an undefeated record at the Dave Micahnik Penn Invitational in Philadelphia, which concluded on Sunday, January 18, 2026. Meanwhile, the No. 5-ranked men’s fencing team secured a winning 3-2 record at the same event. On the wrestling mats, freshmen Brogan Fielding and Maddox Shaw claimed titles at the Red Raider Open in Alliance, Ohio, also held on Sunday, January 18, 2026. The weekend also saw the Ohio State men’s basketball team in action against UCLA on January 17, 2026.
Buckeyes Fencing Dominates at Penn Invitational
The Ohio State fencing programs wrapped up their weekend in Philadelphia at the Dave Micahnik Penn Invitational on Sunday, January 18, 2026. The No. 7-ranked Buckeye women showcased exceptional skill, posting a perfect 5-0 record for the day. Their victories included a dominant 24-3 win over NJIT, an 18-9 triumph against both No. 18 Penn State and Wagner, a hard-fought 15-12 win over No. 8 Penn, and a narrow 14-13 victory against No. 9 Yale. Overall, the women’s team now holds a 20-11 record.
The women’s epee squad was particularly strong, remaining undefeated at 5-0. Standout performances came from Sally Fan, who registered nine wins, Julia Semikin with eight victories, and Gloria Klughardt, who secured seven bouts. The women’s sabre squad also had a strong showing with a 4-1 record, led by Natalia Botello with an impressive 8-1 performance and Maria Alexe contributing six victories. The women’s foil team concluded Sunday with a 3-2 record, with Raiyan Moradi-Bidhendi notching eight victories and Masha Cojocari adding seven wins.
The No. 5-ranked Buckeye men finished the invitational with a 3-2 record, bringing their overall season record to 16-13. They achieved victories over Wagner (25-2), NJIT (21-6), and No. 9 Penn State (15-12). Their two losses came in close matches against No. 7 Penn and No. 10 Yale, both by a score of 15-12. The men’s foil and men’s epee squads each finished 3-2, while the men’s sabre squad posted a 2-3 record. Individually, foilist Albert Bagdány led the men’s team with nine wins, while Mitchell Huth added six victories in men’s foil. In men’s epee, Viktor Kulcsar captured eight bouts, and Matthew Bülau and Nowell Gibson each secured five wins. Hank Bauer led the men’s sabre squad with eight victories, and Carter Berrio contributed six wins. Notably, the University of Pennsylvania men’s fencing team defeated Ohio State with a score of 15-12 at the invitational.
Preceding Fencing Action
Prior to the Penn Invitational, the Ohio State fencing programs also competed in the St. John’s Super Cup in Queens, New York, on Saturday, January 17, 2026. In this event, the men’s team recorded a 1-4 performance, securing a victory against No. 1 Notre Dame with a score of 14-13. The women’s team faced a tougher challenge, dropping all five of their team matches. Harvard’s women’s team notably dominated Ohio State with a 21-6 victory during this super cup.
Wrestling Success at Red Raider Open
In wrestling, the Ohio State Buckeyes showcased their emerging talent at the Red Raider Open in Alliance, Ohio, on Sunday, January 18, 2026. Six Buckeyes earned placements, with two freshmen securing individual titles. Brogan Fielding, competing at 141 pounds, won his weight class, securing all four of his victories by technical fall. Maddox Shaw, wrestling at 149 pounds, also claimed a title, finishing with an impressive 5-0 record that included pinning his first three opponents. Another freshman, Dakota King, took second place in the 133-pound category. Carson Mize (184 lbs) placed third, while Dax Chase (149 lbs) and Landon Desselle (157 lbs) both finished sixth.
Men’s Basketball Takes the Court
The Ohio State men’s basketball team was also in action on Saturday, January 17, 2026, facing off against UCLA. Further details regarding the final score were not immediately available, but the game was part of a busy athletic weekend for the Buckeyes.
Looking Ahead
The Ohio State fencing teams will conclude their regular season at the Schiller Duals hosted by Northwestern in Evanston, Illinois, from January 31 to February 1. They will then compete in the CCFC Championships in Granville, Ohio, on February 21-22, followed by the NCAA Regionals on March 8, and the NCAA Championships in South Bend, Indiana, from March 19-22. The No. 2 Ohio State wrestling team is scheduled to return to action on Friday, January 23, with an away match against No. 7 Minnesota, followed by a contest against the Huskers in Lincoln, Nebraska, on Sunday, January 25.
Frequently Asked Questions
What recent fencing events did the Ohio State Buckeyes participate in?
The Ohio State Buckeyes fencing programs participated in the Dave Micahnik Penn Invitational in Philadelphia on Sunday, January 18, 2026, and the St. John’s Super Cup in Queens, New York, on Saturday, January 17, 2026.
How did the Ohio State women’s fencing team perform at the Dave Micahnik Penn Invitational?
The No. 7-ranked Ohio State women’s fencing team achieved a perfect 5-0 record at the Dave Micahnik Penn Invitational.
Who were the standout fencers for Ohio State at the Penn Invitational?
For the women’s epee squad, Sally Fan had nine wins, Julia Semikin had eight victories, and Gloria Klughardt won seven bouts. In women’s sabre, Natalia Botello was 8-1 and Maria Alexe posted six victories. For the men’s team, foilist Albert Bagdány led with nine wins, Viktor Kulcsar captured eight bouts in men’s epee, and Hank Bauer was first in men’s sabre with eight victories.
What were the results for the Ohio State men’s fencing team at the Penn Invitational?
The No. 5-ranked Ohio State men’s fencing team finished the invitational with a 3-2 record. They defeated Wagner (25-2), NJIT (21-6), and No. 9 Penn State (15-12), and lost to No. 7 Penn (15-12) and No. 10 Yale (15-12).
What were the recent wrestling results for the Ohio State Buckeyes?
The Ohio State Buckeyes wrestling team competed at the Red Raider Open in Alliance, Ohio, on Sunday, January 18, 2026.
Which Ohio State wrestlers won titles at the Red Raider Open?
Freshmen Brogan Fielding (141 lbs) and Maddox Shaw (149 lbs) both won titles at the Red Raider Open.
What other Ohio State athletic events occurred recently?
The Ohio State men’s basketball team played against UCLA on January 17, 2026.
Key Weekend Athletic Features for Ohio State
| Sport | Event Name | Date | Location | Key Outcome / Highlights | Scope |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fencing | Dave Micahnik Penn Invitational | January 18, 2026 | Philadelphia | No. 7 Women’s team: Perfect 5-0 record; No. 5 Men’s team: 3-2 record. | State-level (Pennsylvania), National (Team Rankings) |
| Wrestling | Red Raider Open | January 18, 2026 | Alliance, Ohio | Freshmen Brogan Fielding (141 lbs) and Maddox Shaw (149 lbs) earned titles. | State-level (Ohio) |
| Fencing | St. John’s Super Cup | January 17, 2026 | Queens, New York | Men’s team: 1-4, including a win over No. 1 Notre Dame; Women’s team: 0-5. | National |
| Men’s Basketball | Regular Season Game | January 17, 2026 | Unspecified | Played against UCLA. | National |
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