UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa.—Wartburg's
Massoma Endene, the No. 1 ranked NCAA Division III wrestling at 197 lbs., won his match by 12-1 major decision against Derek Blubaugh of UIndy, the No. 1 ranked wrestler in NCAA DII at the NWCA All-Star Classic Saturday night. This event was hosted at Penn State.
About Blubaugh: He won the NCAA Division II National Championship at 197 lbs. in 2024 and was named the Outstanding Wrestler at that Championship. He was previously a two-time DII National Runner-Up at 197 and is a three-time All-American.
From the NWCA recap:
197: #1 (DIII) Massoma Endene, Wartburg major decision #1 (DII) Derek Blubaugh, Indianapolis, 12-1
1st period: Endene gets to the single, tree tops it, and gets a takedown for a 3-0 lead within the first 30 seconds. Blubaugh escapes, cutting the lead to 3-1. Endene's wrist snap scores a second takedown halfway through the period. Endene was warned for stalling with 14 seconds left for dropping down. Endene leads 6-1.
2nd period: Endene starts on bottom and immediately escapes for a 7-1 lead. Endene chases a single down, shelves the foot, and pulls him in bounds for another takedown and a 10-1 lead with 34 seconds left.
3rd period: Endene starts on bottom and jumps the whistle twice. Endene gets to his feet and escapes with 1:35 left for an 11-1 lead. Endene wins 12-1 with riding time.
