WEST POINT — The Army Black Knights showcased their determination and skill en route to a convincing 22-10 victory over Navy at Christl Arena on February 16, 2025. The Black Knights seized control in this important conference battle.

Early Black Knights Momentum

The action began at 125 pounds where Charles Farmer (Army) secured a major decision (14-2) to give the home team an early lead at Army 4, Navy 0. At 133 pounds, Ethan Berginc (Army) won by decision (5-0), extending the home team's advantage at Army 7, Navy 0. At 141 pounds, Josh Koderhandt (Navy) dominated with a major decision (16-4), narrowing the gap at Army 7, Navy 4.

Key Middle Bouts

A key match came at 125 pounds where Charles Farmer (Army) dominated with a major decision, extending the home team's advantage to Army 4, Navy 0. Ethan Berginc kept the momentum going for the home team at 133 pounds with a decision, making the score Army 7, Navy 0. At 141 pounds, Josh Koderhandt (Navy) responded with a major decision, bringing the score to Army 7, Navy 4.

Sealing the Victory

at 184 pounds, Jakob Gilfoil (Army) earned a decision (2-0), The team victory was mathematically secured at 197 pounds when Wolfgang Frable won by decision (7-2), making the final score Army 19, Navy 10. In the final bout at 285 pounds, Lucas Stoddard won by decision (1-0), making the final score Army 22, Navy 10.

Takedown Statistics

In the takedown battle, both teams were even with 8 takedowns each. Overall, Army finished with 8 takedowns to Navy's 8. Josh Koderhandt (Navy) led all wrestlers with 4 takedowns, followed by Charles Farmer (Army) with 3 takedowns and Jonathan Ley (Navy) with 2 takedowns.

Bout-by-Bout Analysis