Pat McKee vs Brandon Courtney All-Star Classic Preview
Pat McKee vs Brandon Courtney All-Star Classic Preview
A breakdown of the match between Patrick McKee and Brandon Courtney at the 2022 NWCA All-Star Classic on November 22.
In a battle of two multiple-time All-Americans, Pat McKee and Brandon Courtney will meet on November 22 at the NWCA All-Star Classic presented by Cliff Keen. Both known for their exciting style of wrestling, these two are sure to put on a show.
Before we look at the matchup, take a look at a snapshot of both McKee and Courtney’s college careers. Below you'll see their college records, finishes at NCAAs, and some of their most impressive wins.
Pat McKee, Minnesota
Quick Stats
- 58-24 career record
- 2X All-American
- Took 3rd in 2021, 5th in 2022
College Hit List
- Brandon Courtney
- Killian Cardinale
- Michael DeAugustino
- Drew Hildebrandt
- Taylor LaMont
- Rayvon Foley
- Brody Teske
Brandon Courtney, Arizona State
Quick Stats
- 78-21 career record
- 2X All-American
- Took 2nd in 2021, 6th in 2022
College Hit List
- Jakob Camacho
- Taylor LaMont
- Killian Cardinale
- Brandon Kaylor
- Rayvon Foley
- Brody Teske
Match History
The two met at last year’s NCAA tournament in the 5th place match with McKee winning 8-3. McKee used two first-period takedowns, a second-period escape, a third-period takedown, and riding time to secure his victory. His first takedown came from a roll-through on a headlock attempt from Courtney after McKee pressured him with double underhooks. The second was a quick go behind off of Courtney’s slide-by attempt. The third was a low single on the edge.
You can watch the 2nd and 3rd-period highlights from the match below.
What To Expect At The All-Star Classic
Courtney is going to have to make some adjustments if he wants to flip the result. Luckily for him, this match won’t be on the backside of a bracket where McKee is so notorious for wrestling well that it has become somewhat of a running joke. Despite this, I fully expect McKee to bring his A-game and I expect Courtney to make adjustments as well. It’s rare that Courtney isn’t able to get a takedown, but the mat game could become a factor. Whoever wins, I’m expecting a closer match than round one. McKee thinks it will go similar to before.
Listen to Patrick McKee’s All-Star prediction below.
