The Bearcats have finished with a 9-4 overall record this season, their best in the last five years. Head Coach Kyle Borshoff says that the team needs to continue to keep the foot on the gas if they want to succeed in the post season. 

"just because we had a good season doesn't mean we can take anything for granted this weekend," said Borshoff. "We are going to have to compete well if we want to move on to the NCAA championships".

Binghamton returns many nationally ranked wrestlers to the conference tournament including runner up from last years tournament Jacob Nolan at the 184 lbs weight class, Nolan says he is ready to get back to that spot this year. 

"I've been there before," said Nolan. "So just getting back to finals and hopefully win it this time".

Lou DePrez also returns to the tournament this year, DePrez was injured last season and did not compete but has already won 3 conference championships, two at the 184 lbs weight class and one at his current class at 197 lbs. Currently ranked #5 in the NCAA RPI Rankings, DePrez says it is routine preparation ahead of this weekend.

"Just like any other year," said DePrez. "Go out and do your thing and get the win".

Also looking to lead the way for the Bearcats is junior Brevin Cassella who has been working one on one with Borshoff this season and says that it has helped him get ready for the post season. 

"He (Borshoff) is a little older now, but he is not getting tired and he is holding me accountable," said Cassella. "It helps getting a good feel and getting ready for the EIWA's coming up".

The trio looking to make an impact in the conference tournament this weekend but as a team Borshoff says the message is quite simple. 

"Be healthy, be happy, be confident".

Binghamton begins the tournament on Friday, March 9 at Bucknell University