Tournament Recap

🏆 NC United Makes History at NHSCA Duals! 🏆

First All-North Carolina team to reach Round of 16

May 24-26, 2025
Virginia Beach, VA
Historic Achievement
NC United team photo at NHSCA Duals 2025

NC United - NHSCA Duals 2025

Virginia Beach, VA • Historic 7-1 Record

NC United Wrestling made history at the 2025 NHSCA Duals in Virginia Beach, delivering a performance that will be remembered for years to come. The team achieved what many believed impossible - becoming the first All-North Carolina team to ever reach the Round of 16 at NHSCA Duals, breaking new ground for wrestling in the Tar Heel State.

Dominant Tournament Performance

With an incredible 7-1 dual meet record and an outstanding 81% individual match win rate (91-21), NC United showcased the depth and talent of North Carolina wrestling on the national stage. The team's performance exceeded all expectations and proved that when North Carolina wrestlers unite, they can compete with anyone in the country.

Tournament Highlights

Dual Meet Record
7-1
Individual Matches
91-21
Win Percentage
81%
Historic Achievement
Round of 16

Standout Performers

3
Undefeated Wrestlers
Alston, Blue, Ouellette
4
7-1 Records
T. Johnson, Sly, McCartney, Sullivan

Breaking Barriers

This historic achievement represents more than just wins and losses. NC United proved that North Carolina has the talent, coaching, and determination to compete at the highest levels of national wrestling. The team's success opens doors for future generations of Tar Heel wrestlers and establishes a new standard for what's possible when the state's best athletes come together.

Tye Johnson celebrating victory at NHSCA Duals

Tye Johnson celebrates a crucial victory that helped propel NC United to their historic Round of 16 finish

Elite Coaching Leadership

The team was led by an exceptional coaching staff including Michael Macchiavello (2018 NCAA Champion and Team USA member), Colton Palmer (NC's all-time wins leader and founder of NC Wrestling United), Arrad Fischer, and Joe Roberts.

Their combined expertise and deep understanding of North Carolina wrestling culture created the perfect environment for this historic achievement.

Special recognition goes to all the club coaches who supported the team throughout the tournament, providing valuable technical guidance and corner coaching.

Looking to the Future

This historic performance at NHSCA Duals proves that North Carolina wrestling has arrived on the national stage. With continued unity and support, the future is incredibly bright for wrestling in the Tar Heel State.

The foundation has been laid for continued success at the highest levels of competition.

The best is yet to come for NC United Wrestling! 🔥

Tournament Bracket & Final Standings

Tournament Results

vs Team Gotcha IllinoisW 75-0
vs Apache BlueW 79-0
vs Knights Wrestling Club-BlackW 68-3
vs Alien SpaceshipW 67-0

Additional Matches

vs Ragin Raisins Catawba HSW 57-13
vs Superior EliteW 46-12
vs CKWAW 41-12
vs Team ShuttL 19-34

Tournament Summary

3
Undefeated Wrestlers
Alston, Blue, Ouellette
4
7-1 Records
Sullivan, Sly, McCartney, T. Johnson
81%
Team Win Rate
91 wins, 21 losses
377
Total Team Points
Across all wrestlers

Historic Achievement

Overall Dual Record: 7-1

First All-North Carolina team to reach Round of 16 at NHSCA Duals

Team Gallery

NC United wrestlers in action at NHSCA Duals 2025

Luke Richards wrestling action

Luke Richards

106 lbs • 6-2 Record

Jekai Sedgwick wrestling technique

Jekai Sedgwick

113 lbs • 6-2 Record

Mac Johnson wrestling action

Mac Johnson

120 lbs • 6-2 Record

Tye Johnson wrestling stance

Tye Johnson

126 lbs • 7-1 Record

Aiden White wrestling focus

Aiden White

132 lbs • 6-2 Record

Sammy Gantt takedown

Sammy Gantt

138 lbs • 4-4 Record

Bentley Sly victory

Bentley Sly

145 lbs • 7-1 Record

Lorenzo Alston technique

Lorenzo Alston

152 lbs • 8-0 Record

Nate McCartney stance

Nate McCartney

160 lbs • 7-1 Record

Dominic Blue action

Dominic Blue

170 lbs • 8-0 Record

Brad Harper wrestling

Brad Harper

182 lbs • 5-3 Record

Brock Sullivan stance

Brock Sullivan

195 lbs • 7-1 Record

Xavier Wilson technique

Xavier Wilson

220 lbs • 6-2 Record

Everest Ouellette victory

Everest Ouellette

285 lbs • 8-0 Record

Photos from NHSCA National Duals 2025 - showcasing the excellence of NC United wrestlers

Tournament Performance

Outstanding results across all weight classes

Undefeated Champions
Alston (152)
8-0
Blue (170)
8-0
Ouellette (285)
8-0
Top Performers
T. Johnson (126)
7-1
Sly (145)
7-1
McCartney (160)
7-1
Sullivan (195)
7-1
Team Statistics
452
Total Team Points
81%
Win Percentage