(Lebanon, Ill., - Nov. 22) – McKendree University men's wrestling team continues on the road for their next competition in St. Charles, MO. The Bearcats will be competing in the Joe Parisi Open on Saturday, Nov. 23, at Lindenwood University.

The Bearcats are coming off their 38-3 defeat to Arizona State University, and first defeat of the season. Junior Ryan Vasbinder (Grand Rapids, MI/Grandville) had the lone victory, in a 10-7 decision. Their record stands at 0-1.

McKendree and Lindenwood have had an ongoing rivalry since 2006. Their last dual was on Jan.29, and McKendree won 41-29. The match ended in a 19-19 tie, but the fourth tie-breaker of the dual gave the Bearctas the extra points for the win.

Lindenwood University is coming off a 34-8 victory over Emmanuel College (Ga.), their second win of the season. Their record stands at 2-0 (1-0 in conference).

The open will host 38 different teams in two divisions (Freshman/Sophomore and Open) and spread across 13 mats. The Joe Parisi Open will begin at 9:00 A.M. at the Robert F. Hyland Arena. To watch the competition, follow this link.