MOORHEAD, Minn. -- MSU Moorhead 133-pounder Ryan Henningson has quickly found himself with national recognition. The senior newcomer has been ranked 17th at 133 pounds in the latest ideation of The Open Mat rankings. 

Henningson has had a short time with the Dragon after transferring from North Dakota State over the semester break. However, that has not stalled the Winona, Minn., native as he has collected a 2-0 record in his time with MSUM. Henningson earned a pin over Dickinson State's Dong Joon Gin on January 10 as he would score at ease early before sticking Joon Gin at 1:27.

Last Thursday against Minot State, Henningson collected an impressive win over Wayne Joint at 133 pounds. Henningson was trailing heading into the third period while being in the bottom position. The senior collected an escape, a takedown and a four-point near-fall to defeat Joint in the final frame. Henningson also had a riding time bonus point in the 13-6 decision victory. Joint was ranked 17th by The Open Mat last week and finished fifth at the NCAA Super Region V Tournament last season. 

Henningson will be on the mat as part of MSUM's dual with Southwest Minnesota State on Thursday evening. Wrestling from Nemzek Fieldhouse is scheduled to begin at 7 p.m.