Breaking: Citadel Wrestler Thomas Snipes Garners Second SoCon Wrestler of the Week Award as Bulldogs Open Conference Play with a Win
SPARTANBURG,S.C. — The Citadel’s Thomas Snipes, a redshirt junior at 165 pounds, was named Southern Conference Wrestler of the week for the second time this season after guiding the Bulldogs to their first league victory of the campaign in a tri-meet against Campbell.
Interim head coach Luke Welch lauded Snipes for his relentless preparation and competitive approach,noting that he trains the way he competes and continues to elevate the team with his performances.
Snipes rose to No. 20 nationally in the 165-pound class this week and handed Campbell’s Anthony Ferrari — ranked No. 21 — a 5-3 decision. This marked Snipes’ second win over Ferrari in january, following a 6-2 victory at the Southern Scuffle to open the month.
In the same weekend, the Simpsonville, S.C., product defeated Rider’s Brendon Abdon in the other dual, prevailing 6-4. Additionally, Citadel teammates Design (149 pounds) and Brodie Porter (184 pounds) earned victories in both duals, contributing to the program’s strong showing.
These results underscore a growing momentum for the Bulldogs as Snipes continues his ascent while the rest of the lineup provides steady support.
| Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Event | Southern conference Tri-Meet — Citadel vs Campbell |
| Location | Spartanburg, south Carolina |
| Wrestler | Thomas Snipes, 165 lbs |
| Key win | Anthony Ferrari, Campbell — 5-3 |
| Other notable win | Brendon Abdon, Rider — 6-4 |
| National ranking | No. 20 (165 lbs) this week |
| Other Citadel winners | design (149 lbs), Brodie Porter (184 lbs) — won both duals |
What this means for Citadel wrestling
Friday’s performance signals a rising trajectory for The Citadel as Snipes continues to climb the national rankings and led by example. the weekend results also highlight a deeper, more competitive roster capable of delivering wins across multiple weight classes as conference play intensifies.
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