Takedown Report

College Recruits & Transfers # 8

TDR Editor’s Notes ; Some positive news about future plans and goals of incoming college wrestlers. The first two articles are linked to overall lists of top level wrestlers which have announced their plans. The rest of the articles are ones for a specific college or university and they are in alphabetical order.
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1 } – College Choices for the #1 Overall Recruits (2005-2021)
Last night Shayne Van Ness, the #1 recruit in the high school Class of 2021, announced via social media that he would be attending Penn State. Once Van Ness signs, he’ll be the fourth #1 overall recruit to ink with the Nittany Lions during the Cael Sanderson-era (2009-present). With that in mind, we though it would be an appropriate time to take a look back at the top recruits in each year since 2005. What’s interesting is that Van Ness is the first wrestler from Blair Academy to earn the top billing in this time period. Probably dating back to Steve Mocco in 2001, though “official” recruiting rankings get sketchy going past 2005. … rest of story at _{https://news.theopenmat.com/college-wrestling-news/college-choices-for-the-1-overall-recruit-2005-2021/78853?mc_cid=99708d813d&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b}

2 } – .College Choices for 2020 Super 32 Placewinners
The 2020 Super 32 is in the books! We’ll have more analysis of the action that went down in Myrtle Beach in the coming days. For now, we have the college choices for all of the wrestlers that made the top eight at the Super 32. .. rest of story at _{https://news.theopenmat.com/high-school-wrestling/college-choices-for-2020-super-32-placewinners/79173?mc_cid=ab142e53b8&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b}

3 } – Brown University Bears
Meet the Class of 2024: Brown Wrestling
The Brown Wrestling Class of 2024 joins host Scott Cordischi to discuss their experiences prior to Brown and their excitement to join the Bears. … rest of story at _{https://brownbears.com/news/2020/11/2/meet-the-class-of-2024-brown-wrestling.aspx?mc_cid=41fa5d2268&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b}

4 } – HARVARD UNIVERSITY
College Recruiting: state champion Berg to Harvard
Cael Berg of Simley has committed to wrestling for Harvard following his upcoming senior season. Berg is a four-time state placer winning the 138-pound Class AA title in 2020 as a junior. He was runner-up at 138 pounds as a sophomore, fifth at 126 pounds as a freshman, and fourth at 106 pounds as an eighth-grader. His current career record is 175-43 including 57 pins. … rest of story and photo at _{https://theguillotine.com/2020/10/college-recruiting-state-champion-berg-to-harvard/?mc_cid=9e55d26136&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b}

5 } – IOWA HAWKEYES
Jaydin Eierman gets first chance to wrestle in front of Iowa fans at US Senior Nationals
Xtream Arena hosts event this weekend … rest of story at _{https://www.thegazette.com/subject/sports/hawkeyes/jaydin-eierman-gets-first-chance-to-wrestle-in-front-of-iowa-fans-at-us-senior-nationals-20201009?mc_cid=dc6ecdfa42&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b}

6 } – MARYLAND TERRAPINS
Clemsen Announces 2021 Recruiting Class
COLLEGE PARK, Md. — University of Maryland head wrestling coach Alex Clemsen announced the signing of seven recruits for the 2021-22 season. “The 2021 class is a very special group,” Clemsen said. “It’s going to be one of the best classes in the country, and will continue to help us set a foundation that will forever change the trajectory of #TurtlePower and Maryland Wrestling. Nick [Brascetta] and Devin [Mellon] did an amazing job during a difficult time to help us build this class, and we can’t wait to get these guys to College Park and mix them in with our current group of young men. The future is very bright!” … rest of story at _{https://umterps.com/news/2020/11/11/wrestling-clemsen-announces-2021-recruiting-class.aspx?mc_cid=ebacab18d4&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b}

7 } – MINNESOTA GOPHERS
Meet the Freshmen: Andrew Sparks
Most people would not have picked Andrew Sparks to win in his state title match last season, but in Andrew’s mind, it was all a part of the plan. The Costa Mesa, California native capped off his astronomical rise in the high school wrestling scene by defeating top 5-nationally ranked Cael Valencia in the California state finals via a decisive 7-1 decision (Watch on Youtube). … rest of story at _{https://gophersports.com/news/2020/10/20/wrestling-meet-the-freshmen-andrew-sparks.aspx?mc_cid=a5e2a6cc0d&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b}
College Recruiting: Spratley to Minnesota … story at _{https://theguillotine.com/2020/10/college-recruiting-spratley-to-minnesota/?mc_cid=a5e2a6cc0d&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b}
Meet the Freshmen: Ben Lunn
Up next in our Meet the Freshmen series is Shakopee, Minnesota native Ben Lunn. He was a three-time Minnesota state finalist and a key contributor to back-to-back Minnesota state team titles under Shakopee head coach Jim Jackson. … story at _{https://gophersports.com/news/2020/11/3/wrestling-meet-the-freshmen-ben-lunn.aspx?mc_cid=1abb33fe3e&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b}
Windsor senior Vance VomBaur calls commitment to University of Minnesota happiest decision of his life
Sometimes something just feels right. And, you go with it. No questions asked. Windsor senior Vance VomBaur recently felt such a feeling while partaking in a Zoom call with members of the University of Minnesota wrestling team’s coaching staff. VomBaur signed a National Letter of Intent on Thursday morning to wrestle in the Division I Big Ten Conference for the Golden Gophers, which have a rich history in wrestling — including three NCAA Division I team championships. Before committing to Minnesota, VomBaur considered North Carolina State, Iowa State and the University of Northern Colorado. But, throughout the recruiting process, he knew where his heart was.
“There were a lot of other schools… but there was just no doubt once we were on our Zoom call and they told me the potential they saw in me,” VomBaur said. “I just knew there was no other place. … It’s the happiest decision of my life so far.” VomBaur said the impression the University of Minnesota’s coaching staff made on him was profound. … rest of the story at _{https://www.greeleytribune.com/2020/11/12/windsor-senior-vance-vombaur-calls-commitment-to-university-of-minnesota-happiest-decision-of-his-life/?mc_cid=b4122c2e60&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b}

8 } – NEBRASKA CORNHUSKERS
Nebraska Snags Huge In-State Commitment
Antrell Taylor made the decision to join the Huskers Tuesday night.
Tuesday was going to be a big day in Nebraska with the election, but Antrell Taylor stole the show. Tuesday night he made his commitment to the Huskers where he will continue his wrestling career. The 2019 State Champion is ranked as high as #6 by Willie Saylor and FloWrestling. Taylor chose Nebraska over programs like Ohio State, Virginia Tech, and teams such as NC State and Iowa State where Millard South teammates Isaac Trumble and Conor Knopick will compete for.
Taylor started wrestling at a young age and has been mentored by one of Nebraska’s best wrestlers in state history, Todd Meneely. He spoke very highly of Meneely saying “Todd is basically like a father to me. He helps me through everything, on the mat and off. He is just a really good guy”. Having Todd in his life helped lead him to Millard South. Wrestling for Todd, Jay Meneely, and Nate Olsen means a lot to him. “I like wrestling for them. There is a lot of tradition, we’re like a big family.” … rest of story at _{https://newrestle.com/2020/11/03/nebraska-snags-huge-in-state-commitment/?mc_cid=68c338ad78&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b}
Huskers Sign Two Wrestlers in the Class of 2021
Nebraska head coach Mark Manning announced the addition of Jagger Condomitti and Lenny Pinto on Wednesday who are set to join the Huskers for the 2021-22 season. “Jagger Condomitti and Lenny Pinto are tremendous young men of character and integrity,” Manning said. “Both of these young men come from great families and are committed to being the best in the country. They are accomplished competitors and young men that are filled with the drive and spirit to excel. We’re excited about their future and impact they’ll have on Nebraska wrestling.” … rest of the story at _{https://huskers.com/news/2020/11/11/wrestling-huskers-sign-two-wrestlers-in-the-class-of-2021.aspx?mc_cid=ebacab18d4&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b}

9} – OREGON STATE BEAVERS
College Recruiting: two-time state champion DeBlaere to Oregon State University
Chase DeBlaere of Simley has committed to wrestling for Oregon State University following his upcoming junior and senior seasons. DeBlaere is a two-time state champion, winning the Class AA 126-pound title in 2020 as a sophomore and the 120-pound title as a freshman. He is a two-time Minnesota Christmas Tournament third-place finisher. … rest of story at _{https://theguillotine.com/2020/09/college-recruiting-two-time-state-champion-deblaere-to-oregon-state-university/?mc_cid=9754f989b3&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b}

10 } – PENN STATE NITTANY LIONS
Hey New Lion! Meet Robbie Howard, Freshman Wrestler! … rest of story at _{https://gopsusports.com/news/2020/9/23/wrestling-hey-new-lion-meet-robbie-howard-freshman-wrestler.aspx?mc_cid=9754f989b3&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b}
Meet Beau Bartlett – Penn State Freshman Wrestler! … story at _{https://gopsusports.com/news/2020/8/19/wrestling-meet-beau-bartlett-penn-state-freshman-wrestler.aspx?mc_cid=b69497687c&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b}
Meet Penn State Wrestler Levko Higgins! … story at _{https://gopsusports.com/news/2020/9/30/wrestling-meet-penn-state-wrestler-levko-higgins.aspx?mc_cid=a2feb99899&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b}
Meet Aurelius Dunbar, New Penn State Wrestler! … story at _{https://gopsusports.com/news/2020/10/7/wrestling-meet-aurelius-dunbar-new-penn-state-wrestler.aspx?mc_cid=2b31bc4749&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b}

November 19, 2020 - Posted by The TakeDown Report | Uncategorized