ADRIAN, Michigan -- A total of 24 Heidelberg University wrestlers started their 2024-25 season at the Adrian Invitational. Of the two dozen, 11 placed for the Student Princes.

"We had a lot of learning experiences today with a young squad," said Heidelberg Head Coach Tony Patrizi, now in his 11th season. "We have plenty to work on this week, but I am pround of the effort by the entire team."

Demitrius Hernandez was 2-1 with a pin and a tech fall, finishing second at 285.  

At 184, Owen Frizzell had a strong afternoon. He went 3-1 with a pin, taking third.  Also placing third, freshman Tristan Craddock started his collegiate career with four wins at 149.  

David Gelman was 2-2 at 133, taking fourth place. He picked up pins in both of his victories. Aidan Belgiorno was fourth at 197, going 2-2. 

Other placers included Lee Woods (5th at 125), Travis Richardson (6th at 165), Khelei Tillman (7th at 184). Colin Hering (125), Maddox Cade (133), Claude Buckmaster (149) and Nate St. Bernard (174) all finished eighth.  

Heidelberg returns to action at next weekend's Trine Invitational.