By: Austin Ota
FRESNO, Calif. – 15 Oaks competed in the 2026 Bill Musick Open as Menlo made its presence known throughout the competition.
Competing at 133lb, Drayden Gaither continued his strong start to the 2026-27 season with four victories in the open. He opened with an 8-2 victory by decision against Fresno City's Calen Sullivan before picking up a pin against Delta's Ivan Verduzco just a minute and seven seconds into his bout. Gaither continued with three victories in the consolation round, one each by technical fall, major decision and decision to finish his day 5-1.
At 141lb, Marcus Gonzales had a solid showing with a pin and a technical fall for his two victories. At 157lb, Jacob Livermore added a pin and a win by decision in a 2-2 day.
Logan Robison finished with three victories by decision and Tate Williams finished with a pin.
The Oaks hit the mat once again on Friday, taking on San Jose State in a dual before the Battle at Sparta over the weekend.