Schmelyun-Bermudian Springs

After a disappointing loss in the finals of the SE Regional tournament, Derek Schmelyun (135 lb.) is looking to avenge that loss with some destruction this weekend in the PIAA AA Wrestling Championship. This morning in the preliminary bout, Derek, a Junior, (43-4) faces David Ivashchenko of South Park, a Senior, (34-3). It's 2-0 after the first period, Ricky gains control on the top and is racking up some nice riding time. Derek is tough on top as he is a tilt master. It's very hard to get out from under Derek when he gains control and works his offense from the top position. Stalemate is called, as they get a fresh start from the middle. Working again from the top position, it appears that Derek is having problems getting the rhythm going as he can't seem to turn Ivashchenko. Schmelyen chooses bottom to start the third period with a 2-0 lead. After trying for the escape or reversal for the entire third period, Ivashchenko rides Schmelyun but can't produce any offense with the match ending Schmelyun the winner, 2-0.