CLEVELAND -- The Lake Erie wrestling team began their season this weekend at the Bob Del Rosa Ohio Open at Case Western Reserve University. The Storm had a good showing to start the year, finishing fifth out of 24 teams.

Jordan Rodriguez led the way for Lake Erie at 125 by finishing second. He recorded a 3-1 record with two victories coming via pin.

Braden Hahlen added to the 125 success with a third-place finish and a 3-1 record as well, recording one pin in the process.

Newcomer Matthew Kauffman impressed in his first showing in the green and white, going 3-2 while recording two technical fall victories and one pin.

Brenden Hamilton (133) and Jesse Badiu each broke even with a 2-2 record. Badiu recorded his wins by technical fall and decision while Hamilton recorded one of his by pin.

As a team, the Storm finished fifth with 49 points, finishing only behind Cleveland State, UIndy, Ashland, and Ithaca.

Lake Erie will be back in action on Saturday, November 16th for the Findlay Open at the University of Findlay.