In a recent match, Penn State’s senior wrestler Beau Bartlett, ranked No. 3 at 141 pounds, faced Illinois’ No. 17 Danny Pucino. Bartlett initiated the scoring with a single-leg takedown in the final 30 seconds of the first period, adding two near-fall points to lead 5-0. He extended his advantage with an escape and another takedown, ultimately securing a 9-2 victory. citeturn0search4
This win was part of Penn State’s 29-9 triumph over Illinois on February 16, 2025, which clinched the Big Ten regular-season title for the Nittany Lions. citeturn0search2 The team concluded the dual meet season with a perfect 14-0 record, including an 8-0 mark in Big Ten competition.
Bartlett’s performance this season has been outstanding, achieving a 27-3 record as a junior, with a 15-1 dual meet record and a 7-1 Big Ten duals record. He earned his first All-America honor with a third-place finish at 141 pounds. citeturn0search1 His consistent excellence has contributed significantly to Penn State’s dominance in collegiate wrestling.
It’s important to note that there have been no recent reports of Beau Bartlett being disqualified from any matches. The most notable disqualification involving a Penn State wrestler occurred during the February 16 match against Illinois, where graduate Carter Starocci won by disqualification after forcing a sixth stall warning against Illinois’ No. 12 Edmond Ruth, leading 17-4 at the time. citeturn0search2
Bartlett’s contributions, along with the team’s collective efforts, have solidified Penn State’s position as a powerhouse in collegiate wrestling, culminating in their recent Big Ten championship.
