Cobras Ready to Grapple with Braves

Photo by Stan Barnhill
Photo by Stan Barnhill

HARTSVILLE, S.C.- Coker wrestling will host UNC Pembroke in the final dual match at home on Thursday (Feb. 4). The team will also be honoring seniors Charlie Huff, Derrick Nelson, Derek Rothermel, Zach Dicus, Derrick Booth, Travis Cleary, John Allen Griswold and Austin Akins.

Coker's last action came in a clean sweep of the Super Region 2 Duals last weekend (Jan. 29-30). The Cobras defeated King 37-6 and capped off the night with a thrilling comeback victory over Ashland 21-19 on Friday. On Saturday, the Cobras downed Emmanuel 33-15 before completing the perfect weekend beating Kutztown 27-19. 

UNCP is 10-7 on the season in dual matches, and 2-0 in ECAC competition.

The action is set for a 7:00 p.m. start. Tickets for the match are $5 for adults, and $3 for students. Coker faculty, staff and students receive free admission with ID.