Michigan State @ American

Michigan State defeated American University 20-12 in Washington, D.C. on November 2, 2024, taking the dual at American University by an eight-point margin.

The decisive moment came at 197 pounds, where Remy Cotton delivered a major bonus outing for Michigan State. Cotton rolled to a 21-6 technical fall over Liam Volk-Klos, picking up five team points and creating the separation Michigan State needed. That tech fall was the largest single scoring swing of the night and proved pivotal in the final math.

Beyond Cotton’s bonus, Michigan State put together enough team points across the lineup to keep the lead intact, while American accumulated 12 points in competitive bouts. With the five-point swing from the 197 match, Michigan State never trailed in the overall score and closed the dual out with a solid eight-point victory margin.