Sacrifice and Discipline: Wrestling Team Controls the Mats

Ismael Irizarry ’26

Contributing Writer

On Saturday, Jan. 31, Trinity College’s Wrestling team faced off in a Quad meet against Hunter College and the University of Bridgeport on their home mats at Trinity’s Memorial Field House. From the first matchup to the last, the Bantams had full control against their opponents, winning with scores of 45-3 and 51-5, respectively. This is a strong result for the team on their home mats, after what has been a difficult season for the wrestling squad, who currently sit with a 6-9 record from the season. 

Along with the strong results, the team and families came together for senior day, to celebrate senior captain Matty Carrozza ’26 and senior Chase Ledbury ’26. Carrazzo and Ledbury began their wrestling careers at Trinity, having to stand out amongst a crowded freshman class. In an interview after the match, Coach Amato noted that “It’s very difficult to go through the training as a wrestler for four years, and getting to the finish line is not easy,” Amato told the Tripod. 

Throughout their four years, they had to endure the commitment and sacrifice it took to succeed at the collegiate level, and they did so successfully. Although the collegiate careers of Carrozza and Ledbury are coming to an end, Coach Amato also mentioned that it was important for the seniors to remember that the most important part of their four years are the memories and relationships made along the way. “Wrestling is one big family,” Amato said, and “these could be your buddies for the rest of your life.” 

As for the rest of the team, standout performances were had by Junior Captain Drew Pratt ’27, who had a big day against Springfield College the previous week, and followed it up, against Hunter College and the University of Bridgeport, with three wins and was considered the “Wrestler of the Weekend.” Along with Pratt, Ty Trickle ’28 as well as Carrozza made their mark by the time the final match concluded. 

As the season is coming to an end, there is hope that the Bantams will finish strong. The team has to carry a lot of “sacrifice and discipline throughout the season,”Amato said, the team understanding that message will be crucial for success in their remaining matches. Coming up, the team will travel to Bridgewater State University, where they will face the likes of Bridgewater State and Rhode Island College at 5:00 and 7:00 p.m. respectively.