Wrestling is coming.

The Maryland wrestling team (0-5, 0-2 Big Ten) has seen a stark contrast to start the season between them and their Big Ten opponents, and in an effort to infuse energy into their home matches, the Terps are implementing theme nights to drive up attendance and get the most they can from the Xfinity Center environment.

First up is Game of Thrones night this Friday as Maryland looks to be kingslayers against the No. 7 Nebraska Cornhuskers.

“It’s nice to have something fun for the fans to get involved with,” coach Kerry McCoy said. “I’m probably one of the few people who can say this, but I’ve never actually watched Game of Thrones.”

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At least among his team, McCoy was correct, as many of the Terps love it.

When 157-pounder Adam Whitesell named Jon Snow as his favorite character, Alfred Bannister yelled, “The King in the North!” to show his approval.

Josh Ugalde had a different take, and needed Whitesell’s help to remember his favorite — Daenerys Targaryen — by name.

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It’s not just the fans and the theme nights that are important to providing energy and cheers during the matches. The Maryland bench takes pride in cheering on their teammates and giving them the support that they need during their bouts.

Youssif Hemida, the Terps’ senior captain, has stressed the importance of sticking together during the rough start to the season.

“We talk about it in the locker room and at practice,” Hemida said. “It’s good to get our hands up and get excited for everyone to get out there and wrestle hard.”

Game of Thrones night isn’t the only theme night planned for the season. Maryland also has free pastries, a silent auction, free T-shirts and free chicken sandwiches planned for home duals throughout the season, though McCoy is skeptical how much his team pays attention to the promotions.

“I don’t know if our guys are really too concerned with the theme,” McCoy said. “But on that side with crowd appreciation, it’s really important to get people in and get people excited about wrestling.”

The night may be dark and full of terrors, but the Terps are hoping that by the end of the dual, it is Nebraska that knows nothing.