Takedown Report

College Programs and Team News – # 1

TDR Editor’s Notes ; The following articles are focused on college teams as programs. Thus we have a letter from Stanford about their impending cut of wrestling and consequences of Old Domion’s decision. Fresno State is planning to drop their program again, after restarting it. These are all Division I programs. Yet there are also several Division III, NAIA and Junior College schools that can afford and are adding a new team.
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1 } – A STATEMENT FROM STANFORD WRESTLING
STANFORD, Calif. – On July 8th, our student-athletes and coaches were blindsided when Stanford announced its intention to eliminate wrestling and ten other varsity athletics programs at the conclusion of this season due to fiscal concerns. Though shocked, our team immediately decided that it would band together and do what wrestlers do best—work to persevere through adversity. We began developing and executing a plan to reverse the university’s decision and establish an endowment that would not only ensure wrestling’s place at Stanford, but help preserve collegiate wrestling’s presence on the West Coast and nationally.
The resilience and determination our team has demonstrated has been inspiring. We have raised over $12 million and counting since September when our fundraising efforts began in earnest. We have established working relationships with many allies within the university and across the country. We have the support of 36 Sports Strong and other prominent Stanford alumni. These successes now have us more optimistic for the program’s continued future at the varsity level than ever. … rest of story at ^{https://www.teamusa.org/USA-Wrestling/Features/2020/December/08/A-statement-from-Stanford-Wrestling?mc_cid=6c7e360412&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b}

2 } – Emory & Henry College to Join South Atlantic Conference; Will Begin Competition in 2022-23
ROCK HILL, S.C. (TheSAC.com) – The South Atlantic Conference Presidents Council announced today that Emory & Henry College has been invited to join the SAC pending acceptance into the NCAA Division II process, following a unanimous vote by the council to approve its application for membership.  Emory & Henry will begin competition in all conference sports in the 2022-23 academic year.
The addition of Emory & Henry will increase the number of SAC members to 14 institutions. Emory & Henry will begin making the transition from NCAA Division III to Division II in 2021, and its membership into the SAC is pending approval of its NCAA Division II application. Emory & Henry, located in Emory, Va., is a four-year private liberal arts college offering more than 80 undergraduate academic majors and concentrations. Established in 1836, Emory & Henry offers Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Fine Arts, Bachelor of Science, and seven graduate degrees. It is the oldest college in Southwest Virginia and its central campus is listed on the National Register of Historical Places and the Virginia Historic Landmarks Register. … rest of story at ^{https://thesac.com/general/2020-21/releases/20201117dbl284?mc_cid=97ab69a0c8&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b}

3 } – PHCC wrestling coach Justin Smith grapples with starting new program in 2020
(Editor’s Note: Patrick Henry Community College has four new sports coaches this year, all of whom will take over when sports return in January. This is the first in a series of stories talking with the coaches about their new roles and the difficulties of taking over a college sports program during the COVID-19 pandemic.)
Justin Smith will head to Tennessee this weekend for a national wrestling tournament. The new Patrick Henry Community College wrestling coach has had several potential recruits in Virginia reach out asking him to go watch them compete. Since Smith was announced in May as the coach of a newly formed wrestling team at PHCC, he’s been getting friend requests on Facebook and about two or emails a day from wrestlers across the state who want to know more about the program. … rest of story at ^{https://martinsvillebulletin.com/sports/college/phcc-wrestling-coach-justin-smith-grapples-with-starting-new-program-in-2020/article_07cc825a-29ed-11eb-9df2-f782d7b63130.html?mc_cid=d63f9879b6&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b}

4 } – Alex Cramer was ‘shocked’ when Old Dominion cut its wrestling program. The Grayslake Central graduate has landed with both feet firmly on the mat.
Former Grayslake Central standout Alex Cramer ran into an unbeatable opponent in April. After a solid freshman season at Old Dominion in Norfolk, Virginia, Cramer learned the university was cutting its wrestling program as part of budgets cuts stemming from the fallout from the coronavirus pandemic. Cramer had posted a 19-20 record at 174 pounds for Old Dominion, whose program dated back to 1957-58. “I was definitely shocked,” Cramer said. “I had made a lot of friends out there, made a lot of connections and relationships with the coaches and people. It was difficult to leave.” Cramer, like his teammates, was forced to seek a different school … rest of story at ^{https://www.chicagotribune.com/suburbs/lake-county-news-sun/sports/ct-lns-spt-college-wrestling-central-michigan-alex-cramer-st-111920-20201118-wf7sza5h2vggpi5mpijaykgqhy-story.html?mc_cid=d63f9879b6&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b}

5 } – SU coaches encouraged by, cautious with plan to return to play
Shenandoah University wrestling coach Tim McGuire said his team was just starting to hit the point where practices and workouts, which were taking place with no concrete season yet in sight, were beginning to produce a wearing-down effect. That changed Tuesday when the university announced its plan to return to sports competition at the start of the spring semester in late January. That news was a boost for McGuire and the wrestling team — which is eagerly awaiting the day it can make its debut as Shenandoah’s newest sport — as well as members of the 21 other sports teams who have been barred from competition since the COVID-19 pandemic began in March. … rest of story at ^{https://www.winchesterstar.com/winchester_star/su-coaches-encouraged-by-cautious-with-plan-to-return-to-play/article_625dca22-275a-5f93-88e4-ac12773d8dcd.html?mc_cid=46ecd7f19c&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b}

6 } – Freshman 15: 15 Questions with Men’s Wrestling Freshman Alex Savering
HIRAM, Ohio – November 11, 2020 – Over the next few months, the Hiram College Department of Athletics is excited to introduce our newest Terriers, freshmen and first-year student-athletes. Today, we introduce you to men’s wrestling freshman Alex Savering, from Brimfield, Ohio.
This interview has been edited for length and clarity
1. Can you tell us a little bit about yourself (major, year, sport, hometown, high school, etc.) and your background?
My name is Alex Savering. I’m from Brimfield, Ohio and graduated from Field High School. I am a freshman and will be majoring in Integrated Language Arts. I am thankful for the opportunity to be a part of Hiram College’s first wrestling team in 33 years. I love wrestling, working out, music, and spending time with friends and family.
2. Why Hiram?
I chose Hiram because it felt like I belonged here. I love the atmosphere of being on campus. I also love that Hiram strives for diversity and a close-knit community.

3. What was the recruiting process like for you?

It was pretty straightforward. Once I got to meet Coach Vogel, I knew that he was the coach for me.

4. What are you most looking forward to about playing your sport at the collegiate level?

I am most looking forward to being able to compete and represent Hiram College on the mat! I have an incredible coaching staff that will refine my skills and help me achieve my goals and aspirations as a college wrestler. … rest of story at ^{https://hiram.prestosports.com/sports/wrest/2020-21/releases/20201111g85fu3?mc_cid=46ecd7f19c&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b}

7 } – Q&A: President Castro talks about his time as president and the future ahead
Nearing the end of the fall semester, the Collegian spoke with Fresno State President Dr. Joseph I. Castro about his tenure at Fresno State and his plans heading into next year. Castro will become one of the most important figures in California higher education on Jan. 4 when he officially becomes chancellor of the California State University system. Serving as the president of Fresno State since 2013, he was the first from California and the first from the Central Valley, having grown up in Hanford.
This interview has been condensed for clarity. 
Looking back and looking ahead
The Collegian: What would you highlight as achievements or things you were really proud of during your tenure?
Joseph Castro: I’m proud of many things…I’m most proud of the changes I’ve seen in terms of our culture around student success…Our mission was changed at the beginning of my presidency to read to boldly educate and empower students for success. That was very important, and I feel like our campus is really living that every day…That’s why our graduation rates have risen, that’s why our enrollment has risen, that’s why we’re getting a lot of national attention…Ultimately, the most important contribution that we’ve made together during my time here.
The Collegian: As for your successor, … rest of story at ^{https://collegian.csufresno.edu/2020/12/qa-president-castro-talks-about-his-time-as-president-and-the-future-ahead/?mc_cid=ed5fd11129&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b}

8 } – Keep Fresno State Wrestling announces pledge and fundraising drive, kicking off with live stream Monday, December 21
On October 16, California State University, Fresno announced it was dropping men’s tennis, women’s lacrosse, and for the second time in school history, men’s wrestling. After a decade-long quest to bring the sport back to campus in 2016, a new quest has been started by Keep Fresno State Wrestling.
In conjunction with USA Wrestling, the National Wrestling Coaches Association and Flowrestling, the Keep Fresno State Wrestling group will kickoff its official efforts on Monday, December 21 at 6 p.m. Pacific with a panel of wrestling coaches, athletes, and alumni. That discussion will be streamed live on Flowrestling.org and also available via Zoom.  The panel will highlight and celebrate the strong history of Fresno State wrestling, not just with its on the mat successes, but the post-collegiate success and leadership of its alumni in the Central Valley and the state of California. Among those participating with local Fresno ties are former head coach Dennis DeLiddo, … rest of story at ^{http://www.nwcaonline.com/keep-fresno-state-wrestling-announces-pledge-and-fundraising-drive-kicking-off-with-live-stream-monday-december-21/?mc_cid=daf3892c58&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b}

9} – Avila Announces Addition of Wrestling and Bowling Programs
KANSAS CITY, Mo. – The Avila University Department of Athletics unveiled today, Saturday, December 19, 2020, its plans to add men’s and women’s wrestling and men’s and women’s bowling as the newest Avila varsity programs, raising the school’s total to 16 varsity sports. All four teams will begin competition in the 2021-22 school year. “I’m really excited to announce the start of the Avila men’s and women’s wrestling program and the Avila men’s and women’s bowling program,” Director of Athletics Shawn Summe said. “This is a great opportunity for Avila to expand the current opportunities in the athletic department for future Avila University student-athletes.” Wrestling is a highly popular sport, especially in the heart of the country, and the creation of two Avila teams means Kansas City-area youth wrestlers will have a local collegiate option to consider. Currently, five other full-fledged members of the KCAC sponsor men’s wrestling, … rest of story at ^{https://www.avilaathletics.com/article/2472?mc_cid=ed5fd11129&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b}

10 } – Harper cancels winter 2021 sports season
Harper College has canceled 2021 winter sports competition to help protect the health and safety of our student athletes. This decision impacts men’s basketball, women’s basketball, women’s volleyball and men’s wrestling and is consistent with the North Central Community College Conference’s (N4C) recent announcement it planned to cancel the 2021 winter sports schedules. Hawks athletics will continue to align with the college’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic. As all classes will be taught remotely for the first eight weeks of the spring 2021 semester, teams will not be permitted to practice or compete during this period. … rest of story at ^{https://www.harpercollege.edu/about/news/archives/2020/posts/122120.php?mc_cid=e96ed12e50&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b}

11 } – ‘Decisions had to be made’: Shippensburg University’s opt-in to swimming, cross country about risk, but a tough pill to swallow for other athletes
Some of Shippensburg University’s winter sports athletes will get a season after all. Some of them, however, will not. In a Nov. 18 press release, the Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference announced the cancellation of its mandated regular season and championship competition for winter sports for the 2020-21 season. However, the release stated that the announcement did not prohibit institutions from exploring competition outside of the previously mandated schedule and that if six or more schools were to opt in for a specific sport, the PSAC would reinstate a championship season. The PSAC also plans to move forward with championship seasons for all spring sports. … rest of story at ^{https://cumberlink.com/sports/local/college_local/decisions-had-to-be-made-shippensburg-universitys-opt-in-to-swimming-cross-country-about-risk/article_52a09269-a03e-5ca1-9a96-13b2d28da88f.html?mc_cid=e96ed12e50&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b}

12 } – GNAC CANCELS WINTER SPORTS
The Great Northeast Athletic Conference has canceled winter sports for 2020-2021, but individual members can make decisions about winter participation. The conference does not sponsor wrestling, though Norwich and Johnson & Wales are member schools with wrestling programs. Norwich has stated that, “At this time, all seven Norwich winter sports teams have the opportunity to pursue non-conference athletic intercollegiate competition beginning Jan. 1 if NCAA and State of Vermont health guidelines and regulations permit it.” Johnson & Wales has not made a statement regarding wrestling or other sports. … rest of story at ^{https://www.d3wrestle.com/gnac-cancels-winter-sports/?mc_cid=1abb33fe3e&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b}

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College Recruits, Transfers & News – 2021 -# 1

TDR Editor’s Notes ; Recruiting of scholastic wrestlers for college programs and the transfer of wrestlers to other schools seems to be almost year round proceedure and announcements thus we will share the latest newsand developments at the start of 2021.
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1 } – Iowa State Adds Yonger Bastida
AMES, Iowa – Iowa State head coach Kevin Dresser announced today the addition of Junior World Silver Medalist, Yonger Bastida, to the Iowa State Wrestling program. Bastida comes to Ames by way of Trinidad, Cuba. He projects to wrestle at 197 or heavyweight for the Cyclones and will be eligible this season. “We obviously are very happy to add Yonger to our 20-21 roster,” Dresser said. “He is already a very successful wrestler on the international freestyle wrestling stage and we are very excited to help him learn folkstyle wrestling. I know that Yonger is very excited to experience everything that goes along with being a Division I student athlete.”  “To watch this guy progress toward a U.S. college degree will be very exciting, and dream come true … rest of story at ^{https://cyclones.com/news/2020/11/30/wrestling-iowa-state-adds-yonger-bastida.aspx?mc_cid=ac95ae6b76&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b}

2 } – Arizona State University Adds Arizona Native as New Addition to 2021-22 Class
TEMPE, Ariz. —Arizona State Wrestling has added another addition to their 2021-22 signing class. Gilbert native and Casteel High School wrestler, Ramon “Mykey” Ramos will join the No. 1 pound-for-pound recruit in the country, Richard Figueroa along with Cael Valencia, Max Wilner and Carter Dibert in a Sun Devil singlet.  “We’re excited about adding Mykey to our recruiting class. It’s always great to get a local, homegrown Arizona stud who has won national titles growing up right around the corner here in Phoenix,” head coach Zeke Jones said.  “He has a dynamic wrestling style that will fit in well here and is an excellent student from a great family, he’ll be a great addition to our program.” According to PinFall Recruiting, the Sun Devils are ranked number one for their 2020-21 recruiting class. This past week Figueroa was named to the Cliff Keen Preseason High School All-American First Team while Dibert and Valencia earned honorable mentions. … rest of story at ^{https://thesundevils.com/news/2020/12/1/-asuwrestling-adds-arizona-native-as-new-addition-to-2021-22-class.aspx?mc_cid=2514c7e76e&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b}

3 } – SCSU wrestling signs three more student-athletes for 2021-22
St. Cloud State University head wrestling coach Steve Costanzo has announced three more additions to an already strong 2021 recruiting class.  This trio of new Huskies includes Blake Cushing (Grand Island, Neb.), Isaac Grams (Bloomington, Minn./Kennedy H.S.) and Matt Hogue (St. Peter, Minn/H.S.), who all signed national letters of intent with the Huskies.
 
“These three individuals are highly decorated student-athletes,” Costanzo said.  “We are very excited about their skill level, character and academic abilities.  They will make great additions to an already talented group of Huskies.” 
 
The three stand-outs will join Augustus Donovan (Richland Center, Wisc.), … rest of story at ^{_{https://scsuhuskies.com/news/2020/11/30/scsu-wrestling-signs-three-more-student-athletes-for-2021-22.aspx?mc_cid=2514c7e76e&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b}}

4 } – Cowboy Wrestling Adds Two More to Signing Class
LARAMIE, Wyo. (Dec. 7, 2020) –  Wyoming head wrestling coach Mark Branch announced the signing of two additional athletes. Quayin Short (Inner Grove Heights, Minn.) and Jacob Wright (Dinuba, Calif.) are set to join the Cowboy Roster. 
Quayin Short  | 182lbs.  | Simley | Inner Grove Heights, Minn. 
Heading into his Senior Season, Short is a three-time state place winner finishing as runner-up twice.  In 2018 Short was USA Wrestling Cadet Freestyle National Champion. He is currently ranked in the top 100 recruits of the class of 2021 by FloWrestling. 
Jacob Wright  | 157lbs.  | Fresno State | Dinuba, Calif. 
Wright comes to Wyoming from Fresno State … rest of story at ^{_{https://gowyo.com/news/2020/12/7/cowboy-wrestling-adds-two-more.aspx?mc_cid=c2c44a5110&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b}}

5 } – What OSU Wrestling’s Recruiting Success Means For Future of the Program
Oklahoma State signed the best recruiting class in the country in 2020, signed another top-three class for 2021, and has already started off 2022 with two monster commitments in Jordan Williams and Anthony Ferrari. Which begs the question: how does Oklahoma State fit everyone in? Recruiting wins are great, and everyone loves to bring in blue-chippers. But how and where they all fit is a larger question I’ll try to address below.
First let’s take a quick look at everyone … rest of story at _{^{https://pistolsfiringblog.com/what-osu-wrestlings-recruiting-success-means-for-future-of-the-program/?mc_cid=6c7e360412&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b}}
Jersey Sures: Young OSU wrestlers bonded back East
Persuasion from old friends changed Trevor Mastrogiovanni’s life.  Mastrogiovanni was nearing a verbal commitment to an Ivy League school when Oklahoma State freshmen Dustin Plott and Konner Doucet encouraged their former middle school teammate to visit OSU. Conflict, however, plagued Mastrogiovanni’s mind. A New Jersey native, Mastrogiovanni wasn’t fond of departing the lush, forested landscape of northwestern Jersey for the flat great plains of north central Oklahoma. Yet, he eventually succumbed to peer pressure and joined his former teammates on the visit. And then he joined them as Cowboys … rest of story at _{^{https://www.ocolly.com/sports/jersey-sures-young-osu-wrestlers-bonded-back-east/article_07787c96-3aff-11eb-817b-9f14f217adfe.html?mc_cid=afaeddd782&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b}}

6 } – Family, Tradition Sparks SIUE Wrestling Signees
EDWARDSVILLE, Ill. – SIUE wrestling has been about family and tradition for a long time, and the recent signings for the 2021-22 season continue to make it so.
SIUE Head Coach Jeremy Spates announced the addition Dan McKiernan (Richmond, Michigan), Caine Tyus (Bethalto, Illinois) and Caleb Tyus (Bethalto, Illinois). All three have direct ties to current or past SIUE wrestlers. “All three are hard workers and the types of people you want in your program,” said Spates. “They all come in as great students which is something that is very important to our program and athletic department. With this base we are hoping to put together a great recruiting class to add to our talent in the room.” McKiernan will be the third brother in the family to compete for SIUE wrestling. Jake appeared for SIUE from 2014 to 2019. Colton currently is on the roster in his junior season, having already competed at the NCAA Championships in the heavyweight class two seasons ago. … rest of story at _{^{https://siue.prestosports.com/sports/m-wrestl/2020-21/releases/20201216p4y639?mc_cid=4edc48d477&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b}}

7 } – Highest Ceiling Husker Wrestlers: No. 1 Dominick Serrano
Incoming freshman Dom Serrano has the pedigree and the success to boast the highest ceiling on the roster
A look back at the countdown:
No. 2 Eric Schultz
No. 3 Brock Hardy
No. 4 Mikey Labriola
No. 5 Ridge Lovett
No. 6 Chad Red Jr.
No. 7 Kevon Davenport
No. 8 Peyton Robb
No. 9 Jeremiah Reno
No. 10 Taylor Venz
Honorable Mentions
Disclaimer
Determining a wrestler’s ceiling can be a difficult proposition, especially when you consider that Nebraska’s wrestlers are at different points in their careers. So different criteria will be used based on what each wrestler has accomplished as well as potential and time left in the program. For instance, a senior-to-be who’s already secured All-American honors has hit a certain level and maybe has shown more definitively what his ceiling is. On the other hand, an incoming freshman hasn’t accomplished anything at the collegiate level, but their experience and accolades in high school and on the junior circuit can generally give a good indication of how good they can be in college. … rest of story at _{^{https://www.cornnation.com/2020/12/17/22179927/highest-ceiling-husker-wrestlers-no-1-dominick-serrano?mc_cid=daf3892c58&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b}}

8 } – Abbotsford’s Jasmit Phulka heading to Iowa before Olympic qualifiers
Local wrestler heads to Cyclone Regional Training Centre before Last Chance event in April
The Olympic dream is still very much alive for Abbotsford wrestler Jasmit Phulka, and the Tokyo 2021 Summer Olympic Games hopeful is heading to Iowa State University to train with some of the best collegiate wrestlers in America before his final qualification tournament. Beginning Jan. 1 2021, Phulka will be a resident athlete with the Cyclone Regional Training Centre in Ames, Iowa. … rest of story at _{^{https://www.abbynews.com/sports/abbotsfords-jasmit-phulka-heading-to-iowa-before-olympic-qualifiers/?mc_cid=ed5fd11129&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b}}

9} – Oklahoma State Recruiting Coordinator Tyler Caldwell – OTM623
Oklahoma State wrestling Recruiting Coordinator Tyler Caldwell goes On The Mat
Kansas native and four-time NCAA Division I All-American Tyler Caldwell is next up On The Mat. A two-time All-American at both Oklahoma and Oklahoma State, Caldwell serves as the Recruiting Coordinator for the Oklahoma State wrestling program.  He was also a 2014 World University champion in freestyle wrestling. On The Mat is presented by Cliff Keen Athletic. Join Kyle Klingman and Andy Hamilton as they talk about the world of wrestling on the flagship podcast of Trackwrestling.com.
Show Segments
0:50 – What type is Andy? Bowl or Plate?
… rest of story at ^{_{https://www.mattalkonline.com/podcast/trackwrestling/on-the-mat/oklahoma-state-recruiting-coordinator-tyler-caldwell-otm623/}}

10 } – OAKS WRESTLING FINALIZES ROSTER WITH JC NATIONAL CHAMPION ANTONIO ANDRADE
ATHERTON, CALIF. — In recent years, Menlo Wrestling has been the home of many great heavyweight wrestlers.  Names like Lenny Romero, Scott Brasil, and Javier Gonzalez still bring excitement to many Oak fans.  It looks like the Oaks may have found another great heavyweight in their ranks with signing of transfer Antonio Andrade from Northeastern Oklahoma A&M.  Andrade will join sophomore Elias Kenneryd and junior transfer Diego Sanchez at the 285 weight class, but also could look to compete at 197.   A native of Hollister, California, Antonio prepped at Gilroy High School, where he was teammates with fellow Oak Ryan Enciso.  Antonio’s name quickly became known throughout the South Bay Area/Central Coast in his freshman season, placing second at CCS in the 182 bracket, picking up 26.5 points for Gilroy en route to a team CCS Title.  He would also win a pair of bouts at the state tournament, including victory over former Oak Stone Escobedo.  After a knee injury cost him his sophomore year, Antonio bounced back in a big way during his junior season.  He would win the 195 bracket at the CCS Championships, winning every bout by fall, and once again helping Gilroy to a CCS Title.  At the state tournament in his junior season, Antonio would drop only one bout, the championship, finishing second overall.  … rest of story at _{^{http://www.menloathletics.com/article/8428?mc_cid=f9e49e1788&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b}}

11 } – Ersland Adds Top-75 Trio to Boilermaker Family
WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. – Purdue wrestling head coach Tony Ersland announced three new members of the Boilermaker family on Thursday, signing Stoney Buell, Dustin Norris and Ben Vanadia to national letters of intent. The three national standout grapplers all hold top-100 recruiting rankings in the Class of 2021 and bring with them an impressive list of credentials as they head to West Lafayette in the coming year.  
Ersland continues to pull outstanding talent out of the midwest with Buell hailing from Michigan, Purdue’s third pull from the Great Lakes State during Ersland’s tenure, and Norris and Vanadia crossing our eastern border from Ohio, the Boilermakers’ third steal from the Buckeye State in the last four seasons. Purdue is one of only six schools in the country to have at least three signees ranked in the top-75 in the class by FloWrestling and The Open Mat, joining Iowa, Arizona State, Oklahoma State, Cornell and Iowa State.  
“This is an exciting group joining us next year, … rest of story at _{^{https://purduesports.com/news/2020/11/12/wrestling-ersland-adds-top-75-trio-to-boilermaker-family.aspx?mc_cid=b4122c2e60&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b}}

12 } – Between Seasons, Column 31: Murder most foul; Secret Scraps and Season resets; Folks who found new homes; and Westward Ho from San Antonio
SAFE LANDINGS
The most recent edition of this column postulated on the at-times unexplained and oft troubling trend this past off season of coaches and athletes making sudden and in many cases somewhat unexpected departures. Fortunately, the last 2 months have given us much good news to celebrate. While Joel Sharratts departure at Navy was coming (at Navy, if you lose to Army much, you lose your job) not too many saw Cary Kolat standing on the bridge in Annapolis. Coming with Kolat from his staff at Campbell are Mike Evans and Blaize Cabell, while Dan Neff and Loyd Rogers were retained from the previous staff. The assassination of the Old Dominion program saw coach/uber-recruiter Daryl Thomas join new Campbell head coach Scotti Sentes (Riverdale, FL, baby!) at the Camel shack on Buies Creek. Then from the Michigan State staff in came Wynn, as in Michalak, as in (like Scottie) a stud athlete/coach from Tom Borellis Central Michigan teams back in the day. The Sentes/Dixon/Michalak trio is a formidable group off and on the mat and keeps the level of the SoCon (Southern Conference) coaching staffs on an upswing. The SoCon also swapped out some coaches at App State and the Citadel. App State Co Head Assistant Coaches Ryan Leblanc and Josh Roosa both left Boone. Leblanc became the main man at the Citadel, replacing 2 decade plus Bulldogs HC Rob Hjerling. … rest of story at ^{_{https://morewrestlingplease.wordpress.com/2020/10/08/between-seasons-column-31-murder-most-foul-secret-scraps-and-season-resets-folks-who-found-new-homes-and-westward-ho-from-san-antonio/?mc_cid=a13c46544f&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b}}

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