After a disappointing end to the match, Weiss noted that the team would benefit from a bit of rest.

“We’re at the tail end of a big push [in training],” Weiss said. “[This week] we’ll take a little break…do a lot more film study, and come back fresh from it.”

NO. 17 PENN STATE 36, HARVARD 6

The Crimson found itself overwhelmed in its first match of the day, but No. 3 O’Connor boasted the most noteworthy bout. The Harvard co-captain produced a rare bright spot in the Crimson’s morning session, dominating what was billed as a close match-up between top-10 grapplers. Taking on No. 4 Cyler Sanderson, O’Connor cruised to an 8-2 decision.

“We were looking forward to that match…and it wasn’t even a close match,” Weiss said. “That [win] was huge. It just shows that J.P. is wrestling at the top of his game.”

Panzano also posted a strong effort—topping Michael Lorenzo in a tight 1-0 contest—but the rest of Harvard’s grapplers came up short against the Nittany Lions. Penn State earned three falls, one technical fall, and a major decision to put the match out of reach.

—Staff writer Max N. Brondfield can be reached at mbrondf@fas.harvard.edu.