Morgan State wrestler makes HBCU history at national competition

Morgan State redshirt freshman Eugene Harney etched his name in program history Saturday.

He became the Bears’ first-ever Eastern Intercollegiate Wrestling Association (EIWA) champion during the second day of the 122nd annual championship hosted by American University at Bender Arena.

Competing at 149 pounds, Harney battled through the field to claim his first career EIWA title, marking a milestone moment for both the HBCU and its recently revived wrestling program. His victory also secured a bid to the upcoming NCAA Division I Wrestling Championships…

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