N.H.S.C.A. 2021 High School Nationals
The NHSCA is pleased to announced that the 2021 High School Nationals will be held April 23-25, 2021 in Virginia Beach, Va.
For 31-years the High School Nationals has been a perfect culmination of the high school wrestling season and has served as a true showcase for your talents to the attending college recruiters. The current NCAA recruiting dead period ends April 15th, therefore allowing college coaches to be in attendance in Virginia Beach.
High School Nationals divisions will remain the same as previous years. The event schedule and details will be made available prior to the event.
Divisions Based off of the 2020-2021 School Year:
- High School Boys Freshman
- High School Boys Sophomore
- High School Boys Junior
- High School Boys Senior
- High School Girls
- Middle School
Registration for the 2021 High School Nationals will open on February 1st on nhsca-events.com and NHSCA social media accounts. Registration will remain open until April 20th.
Athletes who previously registered for the 2020 High School Nationals will be able to have their registration fee honored for the 2021 event. Details will be emailed to you prior to the opening of registration. Please see below for more detail.
This event will follow strict health and safety protocols in adherence with local & state department of health guidelines. The safety of our attendees remains our top priority. A detailed report of protocols will be sent to all registered athletes and coaches multiple times before the event and will be posted on the event page prior to the High School Nationals. Complete details at http://nhsca-events.com/2021-high-school-nationals-announcement/
NCAA Division III News (2021) – # 3
TDR Editor’s Notes ; The NCAA will not be sponsoring a National Championship tournament for Division III teams for the 3nd consecutive year due to the low percentage of participation. With a few days after that was announced USA Wrestling and then the National Wrestling Coaches Association announced that they would sponsor a national tournament for those wrestlers. They also are asking for and accepting donations to assist in the costs of the tournament. The TakeDown Report made a donation and we challenge others to support this positive idea. As wrestling fans know, the wrestlers at Division III schools are not eligible for athletic scholarships. That is true for all sports at this level. The Division III wrestlers are true scholar-athletes. We wish them well in these efforts. Keep on wrestling! E-mail us at the Editor’s office at martinkfleming@gmail.com
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1 } – Division III cancels 2021 winter championships
Due to low participation numbers among member schools, NCAA Division III winter championships are canceled for the 2020-21 academic year. The Division III Administrative Committee, acting on behalf of the Division III Management and Presidents Council, approved the recommendation from the Division III Championships Committee to cancel all winter championships. The committee has been closely monitoring and discussing the membership’s winter sport participation for several months, and it has been providing updates to the councils. The Championships Committee decision was based on the results of a winter declaration form distributed to members about their intention to compete this season in a capacity that would permit them to meet the minimum contest requirements to be eligible for championship selection by the established selection dates. The declaration form was sent to Division III athletics directors Jan. 19 and completed by 98% of the membership. … rest of story at https://www.ncaa.com/news/ncaa/article/2021-02-03/division-iii-cancels-2021-winter-championships?mc_cid=653cd27934&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
2 } – USA WRESTLING SET TO PROVIDE COMPETITION FOR NCAA DIV. III WRESTLERS WHO LOST THEIR NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS
By Rich Bender and Bruce Baumgartner, USA Wrestling | Feb. 05, 2021, 1:47 p.m. (ET)This can be attributed to Rich Bender, USA Wrestling Executive Director.
“USA Wrestling is extremely disappointed and heartbroken about the hundreds of wrestling student-athletes who have lost their opportunity to have their 2020-21 season-ending competition due to the cancellation of the winter sports national championships at the NCAA Div. III level. This is the second straight year that this important group of student-athletes will not have an official national tournament. As the National Governing Body for wrestling in the United States, we feel we have an obligation and responsibility to provide a competition for these athletes. We are poised to step into the breach on behalf of Div. III wrestlers. We have been actively pursuing a number of options that are available to us, working with our partners and stakeholders within the sport. It is our goal to provide a high-quality event for these athletes during this academic season. USA Wrestling has been able to successfully host numerous competitions at many levels, using its COVID-19 Return to Events Guidelines and following local health and government regulations.” … rest of story at https://www.teamusa.org/USA-Wrestling/Features/2021/February/05/USA-Wrestling-statement-on-hosting-event-for-Div-III-wrestlers?mc_cid=7fbcdf9574&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
3 } – NWCA DIVISION III CHAMPIONSHIPS UPDATE
The NWCA Leadership Group has been working on developing a non-NCAA championships event for Division III wrestlers prior to last week’s announcement, and the planning obviously kicked into overdrive with the cancellation of the 2021 NCAA Division III Wrestling Championships. Teams were surveyed for interest and likelihood of competing in such an event, and an official announcement of an NWCA Division III Championships should be coming shortly.
The current format under consideration is a two day event taking place March 12-13 in Iowa. The exact site is still to be announced, as several venues are under consideration. The goal is brackets of no more than 32 wrestlers at each weight. There will not be a qualification round, but a selection committee could be utilized to narrow the field of entries down to 32 in the event more than that number desire to compete at a given weight. Wrestlers will come from teams whose institutions allow them to compete. This is the tournament at which NWCA All-Americans would be named. … rest of story at https://www.d3wrestle.com/nwca-division-iii-championships-update/?mc_cid=82bfd879a8&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
AND NWCA Division III Coaches Association to host National Championships March 12-13.
In light of the fact that the NCAA Division III Wrestling Championships have been cancelled, the NWCA Division III Leadership Group, in consultation with the coaches they represent in their respective regions, would like to provide the best national championship experience possible, especially for so many student-athletes who have now lost their second straight year of access to an NCAA Championship. The goal is to follow these guiding principles: Check details and donate at http://www.nwcaonline.com/nwca-division-iii-coaches-association-to-host-national-championships-march-12-13/?mc_cid=a084ab7fd9&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
4 } – Wrestlers remember Willie Myers
On Tuesday Jan. 12 former coach, mentor, instructor and athletic administrator Willie Myers passed away at the age of 81. Myers was the head wrestling coach from 1968-2004, he was the Men’s Athletic Director from 1983-1998, and he was a tenured professor in the Department of Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Coaching (HPERC). Myers earned his bachelor’s in industrial arts and a master’s in guidance and counseling from Eastern Illinois in 1964 before completing his doctorate in education administration at the University of Wisconsin – Madison in 1977.
“Willie’s enthusiasm, commitment and leadership as both a coach and administrator were integral to the success of UW-Whitewater wrestling and the entire athletic department,” said Ryan Callahan, Interim Director of Intercollegiate Athletics.
Myers had a strong passion for wrestling and also helping those around him which is why he had so many large accomplishments. Some of his most memorable include leading the Warhawks to 12 Wisconsin Intercollegiate Athletic Conference championships, seven straight titles (1974-1980), 17 top-20 finishes at national championship tournaments (both NCAA and NAIA) and nine finishes among the nation’s top 10. He coached 64 individual conference champs. Student athletes earned 53 All-America honors, four national championships and 30 Scholar All-American accolades during his time as a coach. … rest of story at https://royalpurplenews.com/29836/sports/former-head-wrestling-coach-passes-away/?mc_cid=3d847489c9&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
5 } – D3WRESTLE.COM 2020-2021 RANKINGS #1
At long last, here are the first d3wrestle.com Rankings for the 2020-2021 season. This is a tough season to rank without large tournaments and much in the way of inter-conference competition. Some notes on the process:
- Wrestlers appearing in the rankings will only be ranked at a weight where they have wrestled. Adjustments will be made for guys who have not wrestled when teams start their schedules.
- Only wrestlers who appear as certified on Trackwrestling are ranked. Eventually, certified wrestlers will drop out if they do not compete with their teams.
- Since 30+ teams are not competing, the rankings have 18 wrestlers per weight class. As always, the top ten are in order, and the tiers after that are grouped but not numbered.
- If there are misspellings of names or mixed up schools, leave a comment so it can be fixed.
d3wrestle.com 2021 Rankings #1 – February 2, 2021 … rest of story at https://www.d3wrestle.com/d3wrestle-com-2020-2021-rankings-1/?mc_cid=e1d5a94c45&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
6 } – Bleich Named D3Wrestle.com Wrestler of the Week
HIRAM, Ohio — Baldwin Wallace University senior All-American and Academic All-American wrestler Stanley Bleich (North Ridgeville/Elyria Catholic) has been named the D3wrestle.com Wrestler of the Week for the first time in his career.
Bleich, who is the sixth nationally-ranked wrestler in NCAA Division III at 149 pounds, moved up to the 157 weight class and won two matches last weekend against two of the top-three 157 pound wrestlers to secure his 100th and 101st career victories. He and the rest of the Yellow Jackets won matches against No. 3 nationally-ranked and crosstown rival John Carroll University by a final score of 26-16 and Otterbein University by a final score of 50-0.
Bleich posted a 12-4 major decision over No. 1 nationally-ranked Ryan Whitten of Otterbein. He earned a 3-1 decision over No.3 nationally-ranked Sam Gross of John Carroll.
For his career, Bleich ranks ninth on the BW all-time wins list with 101 victories and a record of 101-20. … rest of story at https://baldwinwallace.prestosports.com/sports/wrest/2020-21/releases/d3wow012621?mc_cid=348fe62197&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
7 } – Val Kochiu named CCIW Wrestler of the Week
NAPERVILLE, Ill. – The College Conference of Illinois & Wisconsin (CCIW) announced Val Kochiu its Wrestler of the Week on Tuesday morning. A junior from Oak Creek, Wisconsin, Kochiu is claiming the title for the first time in his career. At the CUW Duals, Kochiu won three matches at 141 pounds as the Falcons went 4-0 to open the season at home on Saturday. He picked up a 9-0 major decision over Carthage’s River Rogers, followed by a technical fall at 20-4 against Milwaukee School of Engineering’s (MSOE) Gianni Rago. He then defeated sixth-ranked Ethan Harsted of Wheaton with a 15-7 major decision. On Saturday, Concordia Wisconsin defeated Carthage 52-4, MSOE 38-10, Wheaton 20-19 and Lakeland 41-15. … rest of story at https://cuw.prestosports.com/sports/wrest/2020-21/releases/20210126jvkn8k
8 } – Newly ranked as #1 in the country, UWSP’s Berlin looks to make up for lost opportunity
STEVENS POINT, Wis. (WSAW) -With the WIAC returning to play starting this week, UW-Stevens Point winter sports are ready to roll. The wrestling team kicks off the season Friday at UW-Whitewater. They do it with a wrestler who’s best in class. The new #1 ranked wrestler at 133 pounds in Division-III is Pointers senior Matt Berlin. “I thought it was cool, just seeing my name up there as number one,” said Berlin. “I know I’ve still got to go out, still haven’t wrestled a match this year. I’ve still got to go out and prove I’m worthy of that number one spot.”
But the fact he was ranked #1 without wrestling yet says something about Berlin. He might’ve been surprised, but what about his head coach? “No, I wasn’t surprised,” said longtime UWSP Wrestling head coach Johnny Johnson.
Why would he be? Berlin went 32-0 last year, was named WIAC wrestler of the year, and qualified for the NCAA tournament.
Except the tournament was cancelled, and his shot at a national title was taken away. “Yeah it was definitely disappointing, and heartbreaking at first,” said Berlin. “Just last season, putting in all of that work, and getting to the point that you work for all season, just to get to Nationals, just to get that opportunity to wrestle on the national stage.” … rest of story at https://www.wsaw.com/2021/02/01/newly-ranked-as-1-in-the-country-uwsps-berlin-wants-to-make-up-for-lost-opportunity/?mc_cid=3d847489c9&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
9} – Leightner Garners Third Career OAC Wrestler of the Week Honor
AUSTINTOWN, Ohio — Baldwin Wallace University senior All-American 157-pounder Dalton Leightner (Ravenna/Rootstown) has been named the Ohio Athletic Conference Wrestler of the Week for the third time in his career. Leightner, who is the No. 2 nationally-ranked wrestler in NCAA Division III at 157 pounds, helped the No. 6 nationally-ranked Yellow Jackets remain undefeated on the season with OAC victories over Ohio Northern University and Wilmington College by scores of 36-12 and 50-3, respectively. He defeated Adrian Salomone of Wilmington by pinfall in just 59 seconds. Leightner then posted a victory over the No. 10 nationally-ranked wrestler in Schuyler Caprella of Ohio Northern by pinfall in 4:32. For his career, Leightner ranks tied for 26th on the all-time BW wins list with 77 and a record of 77-33. Off the mat, he is a two-time National Wrestling Coaches Association Scholar All-American … rest of story at https://baldwinwallace.prestosports.com/sports/wrest/2020-21/releases/pow020121?mc_cid=3d847489c9&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
10 } – Kris Rumph Named A-R-C Wrestler of the Week
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa – The American Rivers Conference (A-R-C) announced its athletes of the week for the week ending Sunday, Jan. 31, with Wartburg College wrestler Kris Rumph (Jr., Portage, Ind.) named the Wrester of the Week. The award is the second of Rumph’s career and the second conference weekly award in a row for Wartburg, as the Knights’ Zane Mulder received the honor last week. Rumph improved his record to 3-0 during A-R-C action at 141 lbs. with a pair of wins to help guide Wartburg to victories over No. 14 Coe and Simpson. He won by fall in 5:54 over Coe’s No. 4-ranked and 2020 A-R-C Freshman of the Year Riley Wright and followed up with a 21-6 technical fall over Simpson’s Josh Bower. … rest of story at https://go-knights.net/news/2021/2/1/wrestling-kris-rumph-named-a-r-c-wrestler-of-the-week.aspx?mc_cid=3d847489c9&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
11 } – Kuehnlein Earns MIAA Athlete of the Week Honor
FREELAND, Mich. –Jayce Kuehnlein of the Alma College wrestling team has been selected as the MIAA Wrestling Athlete of the Week for the week ending on Sunday, January 31. Kuehnlein is the MIAA’s first wrestling athlete of the week for the 2021 season after the junior won the 157 lb weight class tournament at the MIAA Individual Championships, hosted by Olivet College on Saturday. (Jan. 30) Kuehnlein made quick work on his way to the finals, earning pins in the first period of each of his three matches leading up to the championship bout. In the finals, the St. Louis native won by technical fall by a score 15-0 over his opponent from Olivet. The junior was one of four Alma wrestlers to earn a place in the finals of their respective weight classes. … rest of story at http://almascots.com/sports/wrest/2020-21/releases/20210201pid921
12 } – THINGS YOU CAN’T GET BACK
The 2020 tournament was canceled for safety reasons as part of a blanket cancellation of all NCAA winter championships. The 2021 cancellation can only be thought of as a cost-saving move. The NCAA and Division III telegraphed as early as October that saving money was going to be an important consideration in the Division III winter championships. In the fall, the field size was cut from 180 to 135 to reduce the cost of putting on the tournament. Subsequently, the various committees decided that 70% of teams would have to compete in order for the championships to be held. That number seems arbitrary, and it is. It is the number below which Division III says having the tournament is not worth the cost.
Twenty years ago, I wrestled in the NCAA Championships for the first time. Going through the qualifying tournament, traveling to Iowa, walking into the arena, competing with the best wrestlers in Division III. All of it was an amazing experience that I and 159 other wrestlers got to share. We put in a tremendous amount of work to get there. I can only imagine the devastation I would have felt if I was told the month before that the tournament was too expensive, so it is not going to happen. This year’s wrestlers do not have to imagine how it feels, and some have now missed out twice. Four years as a college athlete is not a long time compared to the rest of your life, … rest of story at https://www.d3wrestle.com/things-you-cant-get-back/?mc_cid=fca48e06b8&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
International Wrestling News (2021) – # 3
TDR Editor’s Notes ; A belated update on stories that involve USA wrestlers or international wrestlers they compete against. Stories from France, Iran, India, Japan and around the world before returning home to the USA. Explore and Keep on wrestling.
E-mail us at the Editor’s office at martinkfleming@gmail.com
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1 } – QUALIFYING PROCEDURES SET FOR 2021 SENIOR WORLDS, 2021 PAN AM CHAMPIONSHIPS AND 2021 ROME RANKING EVENT
By Gary Abbott, USA Wrestling | Dec. 16, 2020, 1:03 p.m. (ET)USA Wrestling has finalized and posted the Qualification and Procedures in all three Olympic disciplines for three major Senior-level international events in 2021.
These events include:
• 2021 Senior World Championships, Oslo, Norway, October 2-10
• 2021 Pan American Championships, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, May 27-30
• 2021 Matteo Pellicone Ranking Series event, Rome, Italy, January 14-17
Each of these documents were developed by the appropriate Sport Committees (Men’s Freestyle, Greco-Roman, Women’s Freestyle) and have been approved by USA Wrestling’s Executive Committee. All nine of the procedures can be viewed on TheMat.com, in the Team USA section at: https://www.teamusa.org/usa-wrestling/team-usa/team-selection-criteria
2021 Senior World Championships summary
In all three styles, any 2020 Tokyo Olympian who wins a medal at the Olympic Games in Tokyo in August 2021, will have the right to compete at the 2021 World Championships at the same weight class. The 2021 Olympic medalist must declare their intent to compete by August 15, 2021. … rest of story at https://www.teamusa.org/USA-Wrestling/Features/2020/December/16/Procedures-posted-for-2021-Worlds-Pan-Ams-and-Rome-Ranking-events?mc_cid=4edc48d477&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
2 } – ‘Dangal’ at Ghazipur border to honour protesters
Tribune News Service New Delhi, January 10
The sun was out and so was the wrestling mat at the Ghazipur protest site today. Young grapplers from the Capital and surrounding areas showed up in hundreds to bring a smile to the faces of protesting farmers sitting there for over a month now. “We are sons of farmers so how can we not support their cause. This is our way of joining the protest against the laws,” said 17-year-old Adi, who trains at the famous Guru Hanuman Akhada in Delhi.
As a token of respect to farmers, a wrestling event titled ‘Kisan Kesari Dangal’ was organised at the protest site today. A special wrestling mat, the one used by Olympic wrestlers, was sourced from Guru Chandagi Ram Akhada. The slogans of “Sada haq, itthe rakh’ and ‘Kisan ekta zindabad’preceded every bout. … rest of story at https://www.tribuneindia.com/news/haryana/dangal-at-ghazipur-border-to-honour-protesters-196757?mc_cid=01186bea70&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
3 } – After rematch, Burroughs and Taylor ready to focus on Tokyo Games
Jordan Burroughs and David Taylor might not know how to ballroom dance, but they sure know how to ballroom brawl. The highly anticipated rematch fell in the favor of Taylor on Wednesday at the Flowrestling: Burroughs vs. Taylor match at Embassy Suites in Lincoln. Burroughs dropped the match 4-4 on criteria, after previously defeating Taylor in both 2013 and 2014 at the U.S. Open and twice in 2014 at the U.S. World Team Trials.
Taylor bested the former Husker and Olympic gold medalist for the first time, and has become one of the biggest names in the wrestling world. Taylor sat out almost the entirety of the 2019 freestyle season due to injury after recording a world championship at 86 kilograms (189 pounds) in 2018. Burroughs jumped up to the 86-kilo weight class after normally wrestling 73 kilos (163 pounds). … rest of story at https://journalstar.com/sports/huskers/wrestling/after-rematch-burroughs-and-taylor-ready-to-focus-on-tokyo-games/article_aec5c25f-bd0e-513b-8bc3-5d8407caa9f8.html?mc_cid=985ebae38c&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
4 } – Oborududu, others strike gold in ‘Champion Of Champions’ tourney
Oborududu shows her class at ‘Champion of Champions’ wrestling tournament
Blessing Oborududu displayed sheer dominance and supremacy to clinch gold at the Baraza Champion of Champions tournament in Yenagoa on Sunday, brushing aside her opponents in emphatic fashion on a day Aminat Adeniyi, Ekerekeme Agiomor and Soso Taramau also dazzled their way to the top prize in their respective weight classes. Commonwealth champion Oborududu showed why she is the No. 2 ranked wrestler in the world in the 68kg class with a ruthless 11-0 technical superiority win against two-time African champion Hannah Reuben in her first bout, before similarly overpowering Biogos Ebi 10-0. The 10-time African champion needed just two minutes to subdue Rachel Eke of Ondo State 12-0 via superiority to land the coveted gold medal. Afterwards, she could not hide her excitement following her return to competition for the first time in almost a year. “I want to really appreciate God for giving me the strength to wrestle today,” … rest of story at https://www.premiumtimesng.com/sports/nigeria-sports-news/437179-wrestling-oborududu-others-strike-gold-in-champion-of-champions-tourney.html?mc_cid=0d6ab523a2&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
5 } – SNYDER, DAKE, DIAKOMIHALIS AND SURIANO WIN GOLD, FOUR OTHERS EARN MEDALS AT HENRI DEGLANE GRAND PRIX
NICE, France – The USA continued to roll on day two of the Henri Deglane Grand Prix as four men’s freestylers were crowned champs and four others claimed medals on Saturday in Nice, France. Winning gold for the USA was 2016 Olympic champion Kyle Snyder at 97 kg, two-time World champion Kyle Dake at 74 kg, National Team member Yianni Diakomihalis at 65 kg and Nick Suriano at 57 kg. Other medals came from James Green, Thomas Gilman, Zahid Valencia and Nick Gwiazdowski.
Back in action at 97 kg, Snyder, also a two-time World champion, went through round-robin action before making his way to the finals. In his round robin matches, he defeated Erik Thiele of Germany, 11-1; Radoslaw Baran of Poland, 9-2; and Radu Lefter of Moldova, 11-0. The wins put him in the semifinals, where he was slated to face past World champ and Olympic bronze medalist Sharif Sharifov in a rematch of the 2019 World semifinals, which Sharifov won. However, the Azeri forfeited the bout, sending Snyder to the finals. There, he dominated 2018 U23 World champion Givi Matcharashvili of Georgia for the gold, 13-2. Two-time World champion Dake was impressive at 74 kg, ending all of his matches early to cruise to gold. … rest of story at https://www.teamusa.org/USA-Wrestling/Features/2021/January/16/MFS-Henri-Deglane-recap?mc_cid=80454f9eb5&mc_eid=%5B2ef7cbca4b%5D
AND FOUR Marines Place 5th At Henri Deglane GP In France
On Sunday, the United States was able to field a sizable roster at an international event for the first time in ten months. Eight total athletes. Seven members of the All-Marine Wrestling Team plus two-time World Teamer Patrick Smith (77 kg, Minnesota Storm, 5PM #1). Among the group, not counting Smith and just within the Marines, were five National Team representatives. But for all of the delegation’s substantial firepower brought to bear, the 2021 Henri Deglane Grand Prix in Nice, France was much more about regaining lost match time than it was collecting hardware. That isn’t to say victory all of the sudden ceased as a principle objective. They don’t fly thousands of miles to merely step on scales and go home. It is more that the wrestlers have required different inputs from outside of their respective practice rooms, and one way to get that done was to hop over to France and pick a fight. … rest of story at http://www.fivepointmove.com/usa-greco/grand-prix-france-usa-results/?mc_cid=ad63827ef7&mc_eid=%5B2ef7cbca4b%5D
6 } – In COVID-19 era, former Gophers wrestler Pat Smith juggles need for competition and compliance
Preparing for the U.S. Olympic trials has been complicated enough. Now he must master testing and masking rules as he travels abroad to train and for tournaments. It can be hard for Minnesotans to keep up with the state’s COVID-19 regulations, which have shifted and changed throughout the pandemic. Multiply that by four or five, and you’ll get a taste of what Pat Smith is trying to decipher. The former Gopher from Chaska is resuming his globe-hopping ways, heading to Europe as he pursues an Olympic berth in Greco-Roman wrestling.
… rest of story at https://www.startribune.com/in-covid-19-era-former-gophers-wrestler-pat-smith-juggles-need-for-competition-and-compliance/600010690/?mc_cid=985ebae38c&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b&refresh=true
7 } – Where the Dogs are Buried: When New Japan Introduced Us to Soviet Wrestling and the World’s Greatest Freestyle System
“That’s where the dog is buried.”
—Russian phrase used when one finally uncovers the truth about something or gets to the crux of a problem or issue.
The Soviets had long established their dominance over Olympic sports, but by the winter of 1988, the Soviet Union had found itself in deep economic trouble. The Kremlin was inevitably forced to lease out its incredibly successful sports programs to foreign nations for exhibition games to generate funds. Showcasing their superior athletes in foreign countries not only allowed the USSR to bring in revenue, but also allowed Russia to use its competitors to propagate the idea that the Soviet system created world-class athletes. The first to take the Kremlin up on their offer was Antonio Inoki and New Japan Pro Wrestling. 1988 was not a successful year for NJPW at the box office. A year after the famed Ganryujima Island fight between Inoki and Masa Saito, the company was in need of a new direction. 1989 would provide New Japan with some of Inoki’s most successful experiments, … rest of story at https://fightgamemedia.com/2021/01/where-the-dogs-are-buried-when-new-japan-introduced-us-to-soviet-wrestling-and-the-worlds-greatest-freestyle-system/?mc_cid=36a2e0aa41&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
8 } – Morrow & Nutter Provide Update From LOG Winter Camp
NORTHERN MICHIGAN
For Austin Morrow (67 kg, NYAC/NTS, 5PM #10) and 2019 Junior World bronze Alston Nutter (Sunkist/NTS), the ongoing January camp at Legends of Gold in Beresford, South Dakota marks the return of a familiar feeling: team chemistry.
There are other factors involved, too, such as the litany of tough and talented athletes at their disposal with whom they are sharing mat space. That helps. But Northern Michigan University grad Morrow — who still lives and trains in Marquette — and current student Nutter had not been able to function in a normal setting in quite some time prior to their respective arrivals in SD. For one thing, practices at NMU were put on hold towards the end of the fall semester due to various COVID-related reasons. In Morrow’s case, an injury that required repair and recovery served to put a damper on training concerns, though he is now rounding back into form at an increasing rate. This is wrestling in the US at the moment. One step forward, two steps back; two steps forward, one step back. NMU’s National Training Site, the largest … rest of story at http://www.fivepointmove.com/northern-michigan-university-greco-roman/morrow-nutter-winter-camp/?mc_cid=36a2e0aa41&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
9} – SICK! Living MMA Releases Zagreb 2021 Highlight Video
Living MMA, the Slovenian-based film company known for producing wrestling and martial arts videos, is back with a new clip featuring highlights from this past weekend’s Grand Prix Zagreb Open in Croatia. American Joe Rau (87 kg, TMWC/IRTC, world #7, 5PM #2) went 2-2 in the tournament, good for fifth place. Rau remains in Croatia for training camp along with fellow two-time US World Team member Patrick Smith (77 kg, Minnesota Storm, 5PM #1). As usual, the video below puts on display much of the offensive might associated with top-level Greco-Roman competition — which is why Zagreb’s annual event has grown in status over the past quadrennium. Nearly a dozen prior World/Olympic medalists participated in the tournament, including two-time World Champion/multi-time … rest of story at http://www.fivepointmove.com/usa-greco/sick-living-mma-releases-zagreb-2021-highlight-video/?mc_cid=36a2e0aa41&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
10 } – WCL withdraws from Henri Deglane Grand Prix
NICE, France – Due to the escalating COVID-19 situation and new protocols put in place, Wrestling Canada Lutte (WCL) was forced to withdraw its team from the Henri Deglane Grand Prix de France. “There were a series of last-minute restrictions put in place which couldn’t have been foreseen that made this trip impossible,” said WCL High Performance Director Lúcás Ó’Ceallacháin. “Travelling safely is our top priority, and we want to put our athletes in the best possible situation to perform.” WCL was going to send seven athletes to the event. Sam Stewart, Diana Weicker, Tianna Kennett, Jessica Brouillette, Michelle Fazzari, Olivia Di Bacco, and Clayton Pye were unable to make the trip to France to compete. … rest of story at https://wrestling.ca/wcl-withdraws-from-henri-deglane-grand-prix/?mc_cid=01186bea70&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
AND WCL cancels 2021 Championship events
OTTAWA – Wrestling Canada Lutte (WCL) has made the difficult decision to cancel the 2021 Junior / Senior Canadian Championships and the U17 / U19 Canadian Championships & Cadet Trials, citing continued concerns for health and safety of all participants. In addition, the 2021 Canada Cup will not be run as an international event. The 2021 Junior / Senior Canadian Championships was scheduled for March 19 to 21 in London, Ont., and the U17 / U19 Canadian Championships & Cadet Trials was set for March 26 to 28, 2021 in Edmonton. WCL utilized a COVID contingency planning framework to help inform the decision-making process for event hosting for 2021. … rest of story at https://wrestling.ca/wcl-cancels-2021-championship-events/?mc_cid=9a695e9aca&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
AND WCL mourns the loss of Mario Saletnig
It is with great sadness that Wrestling Canada Lutte announces the passing of Mr. Mario Saletnig. Mr. Saletnig was a great builder of the sport, as both an official and administrator, in Canada and internationally. He served as President of the Canadian Officials Association, and was a referee at four Olympic Games and 25 World Championships, as well as other numerous Continental Championships and Games. In addition to his work as a referee, Mr. Saletnig was elected to the FILA (now United World Wrestling) Bureau in 1986, became a FILA instructor for 23 years, and served as FILA Vice President from 2000 to 2010.
Mr. Saletnig was President of Wrestling Canada Lutte and served as a Chef de Mission for the Canadian Commonwealth Games Association at the 1986 Commonwealth Games. He was Wrestling Canada’s Vice President, International from 1986 to 2010. In 1999, Mario Saletnig was inducted to the Wrestling Canada Hall of Fame in the Builder Category, and in 2012 he was named to the FILA Hall of Fame. … rest of story at https://wrestling.ca/wcl-mourns-the-loss-of-mario-saletnig/?mc_cid=ad63827ef7&mc_eid=%5B2ef7cbca4b%5D
11 } – Monday Roundup: Vera Official For ‘Last Chance’; Big Weekend; Age-Group Showcase
Late last week, Alan Vera (87 kg, NYAC, 5PM #1) received his official United States passport, thereby granting him, among many other things, full eligibility to enter the Last Chance Olympic Trials Qualifier later this spring. It had been a painstaking process lasting over four years. In March 2016, Vera was a member of Cuba’s delegation for the pair of Pan-American events hosted in Frisco, TX. He defected right then and there before eventually settling just outside of New York City. Competitions were sparse throughout the next few seasons, and mainly limited to appearances in the Bill Farrell Memorial. During this time, the pieces were being put in place. Vera required the completion of several steps with regard to immigration procedures, a cumbersome and oft confusing labyrinth of paperwork to those unfamiliar. … rest of story at http://www.fivepointmove.com/greco-wrestling-news/vera-zagreb-age-group-duals/?mc_cid=01186bea70&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
12 } – Iran’s regime to execute another champion wrestler
“The Olympic Committee has as yet refused to take any serious actions against the regime in Tehran for its bloody assault against athletes.”
The Iranian state’s opaque judiciary is slated to execute a second champion wrestler after it engaged in the widely criticized wrongful hanging of Greco-Roman wrestler Navid Afkari in September for his role in protesting regime corruption.Mehdi Ali Hosseini, 29, from the city of Andimeshk in the province of Khuzestan, was arrested in 2015 and charged with murder during a group brawl.His execution is imminent, according to family members cited on the Persian-language website of Deutsche Welle, a German state-owned international broadcaster.The victim’s family has not agreed to pardon the athlete for alleged murder, the DW website reported. … rest of story at https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/iran-news/irans-regime-to-execute-another-champion-wrestler-654854?mc_cid=a7ee94d0b8&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
AND US, UK officials want EU and Olympics to stop execution of Iran wrestler
Lord John Mann asked “Where is the International Olympic Committee and world wrestling on this? (among others!)”
Mounting pressure from British and American officials along with Iranian human rights groups on the International Olympic Committee and United World Wrestling has on Tuesday sparked a reaction from the powerful sports organizations after days of silence about the pending execution of a second decorated Iranian wrestler.”The Iranian regime must be held to account for their vile human rights abuses and their attempt to cling to power through execution,” Ellie Cohanim, the State Department’s deputy special envoy to monitor and combat antisemitism, told The Jerusalem Post. … rest of story at https://www.jpost.com/middle-east/us-uk-officials-want-eu-and-olympics-to-stop-execution-of-iran-wrestler-655185?mc_cid=7d0bae3ce9&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
AND U.W.W. Statement Regarding Mehdi Ali Hosseini
United World Wrestling was made aware of the Mehdi Ali Hosseini case on 9 January 2021 through media reports. We are currently still gathering information. At this stage, it appears that this a criminal case only, with no sports-related background. So far, we have learned from the Iranian Wrestling Federation that Mehdi Ali Hosseini was a regional level wrestler, who did not participate in national or international level competitions. United World Wrestling will not comment on this case before it has a clear picture of the situation.
AND Iranian Wrestling Federation vice-president calls for execution of Hosseini to be prevented
Iranian Wrestling Federation vice-president Hamid Sourian has called for the planned execution of wrestler Mehdi Ali Hosseini to be prevented.
According to The Jerusalem Post, Iranian wrestler Hosseini is due to be executed after being found guilty of murder. He had reportedly been arrested in 2015 and charged with murder during a group brawl. The execution is expected to be imminent as the victim’s family has not agreed to pardon Hosseini for the alleged crime. Sourian, a London 2012 Olympic gold medallist in the Greco-Roman 55 kilogram division, has pleaded with the family to prevent Hosseini’s execution from taking place. … rest of the story at https://www.insidethegames.biz/index.php/articles/1102914/calls-to-stop-execution-of-hosseini?mc_cid=7d0bae3ce9&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
NCAA Division I News (2021) – # 8
TDR Editor’s Notes ; News and Notes of Division I teams with Podcasts grouped under (#11), Wrestler of the Week honors under (#10) and a variety of other stories of teams from across the country. These stories are just some of the ones avaiilable to read on-line and in newsprint and magazines. We hope that these will encourage your interest in lookking further for more news from the college wresstling mats. E-mail us at the Editor’s office at martinkfleming@gmail.com
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1 } – TOM’s College Wrestler of the Week – January 25th, 2021
Reynolds Coliseum in Raleigh, North Carolina, played host to an ACC battle featuring fourth-ranked NC State and the seventeenth-ranked Pittsburgh Panthers on Friday evening. Four straight wins between 157 and 184 lbs helped lock the dual up for Wolfpack head coach Pat Popolizio’s team; however it was the 197 lb bout that shocked everyone on hand, along with fans around the country. Pitt junior, Nino Bonaccorsi, the ninth-ranked wrestler in the land, would square off with true freshman Isaac Trumble. Isaac entered the day with a 3-0 record and saw all three of those previous matches end in falls. Those contests came in “extra” competition, so this clash marked Trumble’s dual debut for NC State.
The match started off slowly and neither wrestler was able to get on the scoreboard after the first period. Trumble started the second on top and that’s where he was able to blow the match open. The freshman from Springfield, Nebraska, was able to lock up a turk and force Bonaccorsi onto his back for four points as time expired in the middle stanza. In the final period, Trumble was able to tally an escape and secure riding time for a 6-1 win. … rest of story at https://news.theopenmat.com/college-wrestling-news/toms-college-wrestler-of-the-week-january-25th-2021/79901?mc_cid=4ec9be6c16&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
2 } – Top 10 College Wrestling Performances of the Week – January 25th, 2021
It was a strange weekend in a strange season as midway through the week, news broke that the dual between Michigan State and Penn State was postponed. That means we have to wait until this weekend to (hopefully) see the Nittany Lions in action for the first time. Also, due to COVID-related issued in their athletic department, #2 Michigan will not be able to compete for two weeks. That will either delay or cancel a meeting between the Wolverines and top-ranked Iowa, slated to take place this Sunday. Iowa saw the mat this week and didn’t disappoint, routing Minnesota by 30+ points. Other newsworthy items include NC State extending their winning streak, Little Rock making history, Illinois continuing their resurgence, a new King of New York, SoCon powers colliding, and a disaster averted in Columbus. We’ll talk about those and more in the top performances of the week.
10) Chris Kober (Campbell)
197 lb senior Chris Kober made his season debut for Campbell in spectacular fashion. The Camels were in an early hole, trailing conference rival, Appalachian State, 17-3 after six matches. Campbell and Appalachian State have accounted for each of the last five SoCon team championships, so plenty was at stake. When Kober took the mat, Campbell was still behind 17-12. He was tasked with taking on sophomore Mason Fiscella who entered the match with a 5-3 record. In the third period, Kober thwarted a Fiscella attack then tossed him onto his back, where he secured a fall. That put the Camels in front by a point and a match later, Taye Ghadiali sealed the win at 285 lbs. Kober also got the nod against Gardner-Webb on Saturday and responded with a 16-4 major decision over Jack Trautman. … rest of story at https://news.theopenmat.com/college-wrestling-news/top-10-college-wrestling-performances-of-the-week-january-25th-2021/79904?mc_cid=4ec9be6c16&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
3 } – Deep previews of the 5 most intriguing college wrestling duals this weekend
The Hawks are back, the Heels are looking for a top-ten ACC win, and Oklahoma State takes on two top-15 ranked opponents. What more could you want in a college wrestling weekend? As season rolls on, the stakes increase and every match matters more, but here are five duals that are particularly interesting and worth watching this weekend.
1. North Carolina vs. N.C. State: Friday, Jan. 29, 6 p.m. — ACC Network
North Carolina is a wrestling state. At least, that’s the message UNC and N.C. State sent last year when the Pack raised the roof in Reynolds Coliseum after topping the Tar Heels at heavyweight in a barnburner dual that came down to the final bout. These two teams are back at it again, and this top-15 ACC dual will have it all: local rivalries, title contenders, redemption stories and action-packed matchups. Both squads will field similar lineups to last year with a few notable additions, and this dual is certainly one to watch. … rest of story at https://www.ncaa.com/news/wrestling/article/2021-01-29/deep-previews-5-most-intriguing-college-wrestling-duals-weekend?mc_cid=ad9f03475a&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
4 } – Despite cancellations, Division I Wrestling keeps eyes focused on NCAAs
By Mike Finn
College wrestling fans have been looking for a few great match-ups in this shortened dual-only season and one of those moments was expected this Sunday, Jan. 31, when No. 2 Michigan as scheduled to travel to Iowa City, Iowa, to take on No. 1 Iowa. Unfortunately, that will not happen after the Wolverine athletic department announced that all Michigan winter sports would begin a 14-day pause from activities; dating back to Jan. 23 positive test results of a COVID variant in “several individuals linked to the U-M athletic department.”
That dual, which could have featured seven Top-10 individual match-ups, could be rescheduled this winter. But it also became the latest event to be impacted by the pandemic that also delayed the start of the Division I season from last October to this January … will is scheduled to conclude with the March 18-20 NCAA Championships in St. Louis. Wrestling isn’t obviously the only college sport affected by the pandemic, but wrestling fans hope it does not impact the sport like it did with football when some post-season bowl games were cancelled. Wrestling fans learned last fall that the pandemic would impact the sport when the Ivy League announced it was cancelling all winter sports seasons. That included a group of six wrestling programs which included highly-ranked Cornell and Princeton. But since North Carolina saw its Jan. 1 season-opening dual with Campbell (as well as a Jan. 15 home dual against Virginia Tech) postponed because of COVID, the list of other notable programs affected by the infection has continued to grow. … rest of story at https://www.win-magazine.com/2021/01/27/despite-cancellations-division-i-wrestling-keeps-eyes-focused-on-ncaas/?mc_cid=bf1f14c6db&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b#utm_source=feedly&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=despite-cancellations-division-i-wrestling-keeps-eyes-focused-on-ncaas
5 } – GROWING UP BRANDS
by DARREN MILLER
IOWA CITY, Iowa — His uncle recalls a commotion in the back yard between cousins. A young Nelson Brands absorbed a solid hit to the nose and blood began to flow. “He got thumped pretty good,” said Nelson’s uncle, who happens to be Tom Brands, head coach of the top-ranked University of Iowa wrestling team. “He was hanging his nose away from his chest so it wouldn’t bleed on his leg or chest. He was kind of laughing and giggling.” Tom knew then that his nephew was able to deal with pain and discomfort. Nelson became a pretty accomplished wrestler, too. After winning Class 3A state championships at 138, 152 and 160 pounds for Iowa City (Iowa) West High School, Brands joined his uncle and father, Terry, as a Hawkeye student-athlete. Terry is associate head coach. … rest of story at https://hawkeyesports.com/news/2021/01/29/growing-up-brands/?mc_cid=ad9f03475a&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
AND How does Iowa’s Spencer Lee make wrestling dominance look so easy?
The legend of Iowa wrestler Spencer Lee grows by the minute.
And, if you’re an opponent of Lee’s, a minute is about all you’ll get before he’s pinned you and said good-bye with a handshake and a smile. During last weekend’s broadcast against Minnesota, Big Ten Network announcers marveled at how college wrestling’s most dynamic star makes it look so easy. They’ve watched wrestling for decades. They know it’s not this easy.
Analyst Tim Johnson shared that a friend recently told him, “I would pay 50 dollars just to feel the pressure of Spencer Lee.” Shane Sparks replied that he would love to know what it feels like to try to get out from the bottom position against Lee, as the Hawkeye tilted Minnesota’s ninth-ranked Patrick McKee for a fourth four-point near fall in a span of 60 seconds before finishing him with a pin. … rest of the story at https://www.hawkcentral.com/story/sports/college/columnists/chad-leistikow/2021/01/29/spencer-lee-iowa-wrestling-iowa-hawkeyes-ncaa-wrestling-big-ten-sports-college-athletics-olympics/4259023001/?mc_cid=ad9f03475a&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
6 } – D1 Insider: Cardani, fast-starting Illini set for big challenge against Iowa
Slowly and steadily, Justin Cardani has been making a name for himself. Had last season’s NCAA tournament actually happened, the Illinois 125-pounder might’ve had this shot sooner. Now that it’s here, he knows nothing would vault him into the national spotlight like a top-notch showing against college wrestling’s most dominant 125-pounder. Cardani will face reigning Hodge Trophy winner Spencer Lee on Sunday when the Illini travel to Iowa City to wrestle the Hawkeyes in a battle of unbeatens. While Iowa’s path to this point has been predictable – the Hawkeyes boast national title contenders at a handful of weights – Illinois has gotten early results from a group of promising youngsters. … rest of story at https://www.trackwrestling.com/PortalPost.jsp?TIM=1611980660534&twSessionId=fsyrulnhln&postId=1016665135&mc_cid=ad9f03475a&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
7 } – Cowboys Collect Two Ranked Wins on Road Trip
AMES, Iowa – The fifth-ranked Oklahoma State wrestling team moved to 7-0 on the season, collecting two ranked wins in road duals against Big 12 foes No. 16 Northern Iowa and No. 13 Iowa State. The Cowboys began their day in Cedar Falls where they defeated No. 16 Northern Iowa, 20-12, to capture their first of two wins on the day before heading to Ames for a 16-15 win over No. 13 Iowa State. Oklahoma State was led by back-to-back major decisions from No. 12 Wyatt Sheets and No. 4 Travis Wittlake. In his first dual match of the season, Sheets looked sharp defeating UNI’s Cayd Lara 15-4. Leading 5-4 heading into the third period, he got a quick escape and followed with a takedown of Lara, a two-point near fall and a four-point turn, before adding riding time to close the match with 10 straight points. … rest of story at https://okstate.com/news/2021/1/30/wrestling-cowboys-collect-two-ranked-wins-on-road-trip.aspx?mc_cid=f12b64bb83&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
AND John Smith Recalls the Day of the Remember the Ten Plane Crash
20 years ago, OSU was wrestling in Iowa against the same schools they’ll wrestle this weekend.
Twenty years ago, the Cowboy wrestling team completed an Iowa road trip and picked up wins over Iowa State and Northern Iowa, but that isn’t how the day was remembered. Across the country in Colorado, a plane crashed on its way back to Stillwater from the Oklahoma State basketball team’s game in Boulder. Jared Weiberg, Bill Teegins, Pat Noyes, Denver Mills, Brian Luinstra, Daniel Lawson, Will Hancock, Nate Fleming, Bjorn Fahlstrom and Kendall Durfey died.
News didn’t travel as fast then as it did today, but the news of the crash made its way to Cedar Falls, Iowa as the Cowboys’ dual against Northern Iowa ended. … rest of story at https://pistolsfiringblog.com/john-smith-recalls-the-day-of-the-remember-the-ten-plane-crash/?mc_cid=bf1f14c6db&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
AND John Smith, Pat Smith, Smith Family Etched In Stone Podcast Launches Monday
The National Wrestling Hall of Fame and USA Wrestling are excited to announce that their Etched In Stone – Stories of Wrestling Legends podcast featuring Distinguished Members and brothers John Smith and Pat Smith and the Smith family will launch Monday, February 1. The seven-episode series is hosted and produced by Ryan Warner, a former wrestler who produces the very successful Wrestling Changed My Life podcast. The episodes are: Episode I – 1984, Episode II – The Redshirt, Episode III – The King of the World, Episode IV – Pat’s Rise, Episode V – The Cuban, Episode VI – 36 and 0, and Episode VII – Cowboy For Life. … rest of story at https://nwhof.org/blog/john-smith-pat-smith-smith-family-etched-in-stone-podcast-launches-monday/?mc_cid=ad9f03475a&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
8 } – Penn State Wrestling’s Dual at Wisconsin Set for this Tuesday
Nittany Lions and Badgers tangle in Madison on Tuesday afternoon
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. – The Penn State Nittany Lions (2-0, 2-0 B1G), ranked No. 3 in the latest InterMat Tournament Power Index, will head directly to Madison, Wis., to get ready for a dual with the Wisconsin Badgers (1-3, 1-3 B1G) on Tuesday, Feb. 2.
The dual was to be part of a tri-meet at Michigan on Feb. 7, but the Wolverines have paused all athletic activities. With Penn State in Chicago after winning two duals at Northwestern, the team will now head to Madison to take on the Badgers on Tuesday afternoon at 5 p.m. Eastern / 4 p.m. Central (local).
Penn State is 2-0 on the year after winning two duals at Northwestern yesterday. The Lions beat Indiana 24-15 and downed host Northwestern 29-13 in the tri-meet’s finale. Wisconsin is 1-3 on the season, having lost a close dual at Nebraska this afternoon, falling to the Cornhuskers 21-15. … rest of story at https://gopsusports.com/news/2021/1/31/penn-state-wrestlings-dual-at-wisconsin-set-for-this-tuesday.aspx?mc_cid=8755157a86&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
9} – ‘Forever a Husker’: Nebraska wrestling to honor Christian Miller in season’s final home dual
Christian Miller is often in the thoughts of those in the Hendricks Training Complex wrestling room. Miller’s memory certainly will be on all the Huskers’ minds as they pay tribute to him during Sunday’s home dual against Wisconsin. Miller had been on Nebraska’s wrestling team since 2017 before he was killed in a car accident on Nov. 5. To honor Miller, the Huskers will wear custom shoes during their final home dual of the season.”Our guys were really tight with Christian. He’s an integral part of the team. He had a great opportunity to be a starter this year,” Nebraska coach Mark Manning said. “He really worked at it and showed a lot of determination and heart toward Nebraska wrestling. “That’s why the guys on the team love him, because he wrestled hard and wrestled with his heart.” The custom wrestling shoes the Huskers will wear were designed by Elkhorn artist Chris Eckley, a former Husker baseball player.
Each shoe features a portrait of Miller on one side, the words “Forever a Husker” on the other side and Miller’s name above the laces. Manning said Eckley, as well as Miller’s family, will be in attendance for Sunday’s dual. “It will be emotional Sunday,” Manning said. … rest of story at https://omaha.com/sports/huskers/wrestling/forever-a-husker-nebraska-wrestling-to-honor-christian-miller-in-seasons-final-home-dual/article_d675b0dc-635d-11eb-a7f1-c3b93e9ba5a2.html?mc_cid=e1d5a94c45&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
10 } – Wrestlers of the Week
Missouri’s O’Toole Named MAC Wrestler of the Week
MAC Wrestler of the Week | 1.27.21 — Keegan O’Toole, Missouri, Freshman
Hartland, Wis. (Arrowhead HS), 165 lbs.Since being inputted into Tigers’ starting lineup on Jan. 8, O’Toole has continued to skyrocket up the 165-pound individual rankings. Entered last Saturday’s (Jan. 23) Mizzou Tri-Dual ranked as high as No. 12 in the country. In a pair of MAC contests against Ohio and Northern Illinois, O’Toole went 2-0, highlighted by a 5-1 decision over No. 18 Izzak Olejnik (Northern Illinois). Opened last Saturday with a fall over Sean O’Dwyer (Ohio), marking his third pin of the young 2021 campaign and sixth victory resulting in bonus points. His third win via fall is tied for first among Mizzou grapplers. .. story at https://getsomemaction.com/news/2021/1/27/wrestling-missouris-o-toole-named-mac-wrestler-of-the-week.aspx?mc_cid=bf1f14c6db&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
AND Washington Earns Big Ten Wrestler of the Week Honors
BLOOMINGTON, Ind. – Following a week where he went 2-0, including a victory over a No. 5 ranked wrestler from Penn State, sophomore Donnell Washington has been chosen the Big Ten Wrestler of the Week. Washington started his day at the Northwestern Tri Meet with an emphatic victory over No. 5 Carter Starocci of Penn State. Washington got a take down and four-point near fall in the first period and led 10-1 early in the match. He hung on late for a 10-9 decision.
Washington followed that up with a key win by fall to help the Hoosiers beat Northwestern, 18-16. Washington pinned Northwestern’s Troy Fisher with 18 seconds left in the third period to provide the Hoosiers with six points. … rest of story at https://iuhoosiers.com/news/2021/2/2/wrestling-washington-earns-big-ten-wrestler-of-the-week-honors.aspx?mc_cid=e1d5a94c45&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
AND Keckeisen Named Big 12 Wrestler of Week
IRVING, Texas – Northern Iowa redshirt freshman Parker Keckeisen was tabbed the Big 12 Wrestler of the Week after picking up a ranked victory over Oklahoma State’s Dakota Geer. Keckeisen earned a sudden-victory win over returning All-American and 2020 Big 12 third-place wrestler Geer. He earned a takedown in a wild scramble in the overtime period to give Geer his first loss of the season. Keckeisen is 6-0 on the year and 2-0 in duals. He has two major decisions and a tech fall on the year. This is the first weekly award for Keckeisen. … rest of story at https://unipanthers.com/news/2021/2/2/wrestling-keckeisen-named-big-12-wrestler-of-week.aspx?mc_cid=e1d5a94c45&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
11 } – PODCASTS – Always Aggressive Podcast: Season 2, Episode 14
WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. – The Purdue wrestling team headed out on the road this past weekend and came up on the wrong end of duals at Illinois and Wisconsin. However, the trip was not without some bright spots as the Boilermakers got their first taste of travel and a few guys got some solid wins.
The weekend saw several season debuts, including freshman Gerrit Nijenhuis, junior Parker Filius and senior Max Lyon. Nijenhuis started his collegiate career 2-0, with a pair of dominant wins, while Lyon knocked off a highly-ranked opponent at Illinois and Filius put some points on the board at Wisconsin. … rest of story at https://purduesports.com/news/2021/1/27/wrestling-always-aggressive-podcast-season-2-episode-14.aspx?mc_cid=bf1f14c6db&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
AND “A HIGHER STANDARD” PODCAST RETURNS WITH CHRIS AYRES & NATE JACKSON
Princeton Wrestling’s “A Higher Standard” podcast returns to kick off 2021 with head coach Chris Ayres and assistant coach Nate Jackson. The coaches discuss how the team is moving forward into 2021 and managed a relatively quiet holiday period as oppossed to their usual schedule as coaches. In the main segment, Nate Jackson discusses his growth as a senior-level freestyle wrestler, how he’s taken to his role as an assistant coach, and his work with the Black Wrestling Association. … rest of story at https://goprincetontigers.com/news/2021/1/28/-a-higher-standard-podcast-returns-with-chris-ayres-nate-jackson.aspx?mc_cid=ad9f03475a&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
AND Triston Wills Tells His Story of Overcoming All Odds on Podcast
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – Little Rock redshirt freshman Triston Wills shares his unique and almost unbelievable journey to the collegiate wrestling mat with Trey Schaap on the Big Talk on Little Rock podcast.
Listen to Episode 26 with Triston Wills
Wills shares his incredible story about how he fought several “no’s” to get back to the sport he loves and why Little Rock was the key to continuing his wrestling career. He also discussed what it’s like being an athlete during a pandemic, his background in the sport, and his excitement to compete at the Jack Stephens Center for the first time this Sunday, Jan. 17. … rest of story at https://lrtrojans.com/news/2021/1/13/athletics-triston-willis-tells-his-story-of-overcoming-all-odds-on-podcast.aspx?mc_cid=6b4820f7a2&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
12 } – Iowa is still really, really good and 4 more college wrestling lessons learned
The consistent storyline thus far in the 2021 wrestling season is the dominance of the Iowa Hawkeyes. This team further separated itself from the rest of the Big Ten conference over the weekend with a dominating 36-6 win over No. 9 Illinois. Questions, however, still remain around how much of a threat Penn State will be to an Iowa title and how many All-Americans Iowa can put on the podium. N.C. State, Oklahoma State and Nebraska also will attempt to put themselves in position to battle for a team trophy in March. Here’s what we learned from last week’s dual action and how these results could impact the rankings moving forward.
Penn State shakes off rust with two wins
Penn State, the 2019 NCAA champions, went 2-0 in its first weekend back on the mats since March. But the wins were hard-fought and less dominant than some of Penn State’s previous performances. Senior Nick Lee and sophomores Aaron Brooks and Seth Nevills led the team with bonus points against Indiana and Northwestern. Junior Roman Bravo-Young, sophomore Brady Berge and freshman Joe Lee also notched two wins. Berge’s wins suggested that the veteran junior is healthy and ready to roll, while the Joe Lee wins also say good things about the future of the freshman and the potential for championship points at a weight where Penn State has been in the NCAA finals for the last three years. … rest of story at https://www.ncaa.com/news/wrestling/article/2021-02-01/5-takeaways-weekends-college-wrestling-duals?mc_cid=3d847489c9&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
NCAA Division I Results (2021) – #4
TDR Editor’s Notes ; Reviewing dual meet matches of top level Division I teams across the country from the west coast in Stanford (#4), to the east coast in Navy (#8), Lehigh (#5), and Penn State (#7). N.C. State(#2), Campbell (#6) and Virginia Tech (#3) in the southeast along with Big 10 powers to the north in Minnesota (#10) and Ohio State (#1) with results from recent weeks. Oklahoma (#9) and West Virginia (#11) are from the mid-lands. Well, while our grographical references may be off, the point is that matches are behind held and a good deal of wrestling action is going on as teams gear up for their conference tournaments.
E-mail us at the Editor’s office at martinkfleming@gmail.com
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1 } – BUCKEYES IMPROVE TO 3-1 WITH 24-9 WIN OVER MICHIGAN STATE
COLUMBUS, Ohio – No. 6 Ohio State set the tone quick, winning the first four matches, and would roll to a 24-9 win over No. 25 Michigan State on Friday evening inside the Covelli Center. The win improves the Buckeyes to 3-1 on the young season and they will look for a fourth consecutive victory on Sunday when they head to Maryland. Malik Heinselman opened the dual with a hard-fought 3-2 victory over No. 10 Rayvon Foley. That was a revenge win for Heinselman and it gave the Buckeyes early life. … rest of story at https://ohiostatebuckeyes.com/buckeyes-improve-to-3-1-with-24-9-win-over-michigan-state/?mc_cid=ad9f03475a&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
2 } – Three Bonus Point Wins for #3 @PackWrestle in 28-10 Win at #14 UNC
Pack sets new school record with eighth straight win in series
CHAPEL HILL, N.C. – Three bonus point wins, and 7 of 10 individual wins overall, leads the #3 NC State wrestling team to a 28-10 win over #14 North Carolina Friday night.
The Pack (5-0) got technical falls at both 125 and 157 pounds, and then a pin at 197 pounds in the night’s second-to-last bout. NC State won seven of the 10 matches, including the final four. NC State extends its nation’s leading 22-match winning streak, and the eight straight win for the Pack in the series is a new school record for most consecutive wins vs. North Carolina. The dual started at 125 pounds, and for the third straight ACC dual #4 Jakob Camacho opened the night with bonus points. Thanks to a pair of four-point near falls in the third, Camacho scored a 21-4 tech fall, with 3:00 of RT to give the Pack a quick five team points. … rest of story at https://gopack.com/news/2021/1/29/wrestling-three-bonus-point-wins-for-3-packwrestle-in-28-10-win-at-14-unc.aspx?mc_cid=ad9f03475a&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
3 } – Hokies handle Blue Devils 42-3
No. 8 Tech won nine of the 10 matches Friday night
DURHAM, N.C. – After opening the ACC season with a win last week, Virginia Tech wrestling took care of business Friday night, beating Duke 42-3 in the first leg of back-to-back ACC road duals. The No. 8 Hokies (6-0, 2-0 ACC) won nine of the 10 matches, including six bonus-point wins. Bryce Andonian, Mekhi Lewis and Stan Smeltzer all registered falls, Hunter Catka won via technical fall and Collin Gerardi had a major decision. Hunter Bolen won via forfeit. … rest of story at https://hokiesports.com/news/2021/1/29/wrestling-hokies-handle-blue-devils-42-3.aspx?mc_cid=ad9f03475a&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
AND Hokies snap skid against UNC, beat Tar Heels 23-9
CHAPEL HILL, N.C. – Fresh off a 42-3 win in Durham Friday night, Virginia Tech wrestling made it two in a row with a 23-9 win over North Carolina Saturday afternoon, stopping a two-match losing streak against the Tar Heels. The No. 8 Hokies (7-0, 3-0 ACC) led the No. 14 Tar Heels (2-2, 1-2 ACC) 11-6 after five matches, but then blew the dual open, winning the last four of five, including a top-10 upset win for Dakota Howard at 174 pounds. Tech passed its first ranked test of the season after going 5-3 against ranked opponents a season ago. … rest of story at https://hokiesports.com/news/2021/1/30/wrestling-hokies-snap-skid-against-unc-beat-tar-heels-23-9.aspx?mc_cid=f12b64bb83&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
4 } – Pair of Wins in SLO
Card defeats California Baptist and Cal Poly
SAN LUIS OBISPO, Calif. – No. 13/15 Stanford notched a pair of dual wins, Thursday, defeating California Baptist (24-12) and Cal Poly (21-15) at the Mott Athletics Center. Stanford (3-0) moves to 2-0 in the Pac-12 Conference with its win over Cal Poly (2-2, 1-2 Pac-12). CBU drops to 0-4. The Cardinal won seven of the 10 bouts against the Lancers and six of the 10 versus the host Mustangs. Stanford was also 6-2 in extra matches wrestled on the afternoon. Three Cardinal were 2-0 in dual matches – Jackson DiSario at 125 pounds, Requir van der Merwe at 157 pounds and Tyler Eischens at 165 pounds. DiSario and van der Merwe both improved to 3-0 on the season, while Eischens is now 4-0 after picking up an extra match in Bakersfield on Sunday. … rest of story at https://gostanford.com/news/2021/1/28/wrestling-pair-of-wins-in-slo.aspx
AND Split in Corvallis
Cardinal defeats Beavers, falls to Wolverines
CORVALLIS, Ore. – Stanford closed out the regular season, Sunday, defeating host Oregon State, 19-16, before falling to Utah Valley, 19-16, at Gil Coliseum. The Cardinal (5-3) finished undefeated in Pac-12 Conference duals at 4-0 and won its fourth straight dual against the Beavers. Oregon State dropped to 4-5 overall and 2-1 in the Pac-12, while Utah Valley moved to 2-2. Trailing 16-13 going into the final bout against the Beavers, who lost a team point due to unsportsmanlike conduct, fifth-year senior Nathan Traxler recorded a first period fall over Brian Barnes at heavyweight to seal the win for the Cardinal. It was the first fall of the season for Traxler, who improved to 4-1 on the season at 285 pounds. … rest of story at https://gostanford.com/news/2021/2/7/wrestling-split-in-corvallis.aspx
5 } – Senior Upperweights Help Lehigh Rally Past No. 25 Binghamton 19-16
BETHLEHEM, Pa. – Lehigh sent out first or second year wrestlers in seven of their first eight bouts Saturday against No. 25 Binghamton but fifth-year seniors Jake Jakobsen and Jordan Wood stepped up when it mattered most, closing the dual with a major decision and fall, respectively, to lead the Mountain Hawks to a 19-16 win over the Bearcats inside Leeman-Turner Arena at Grace Hall. Trailing by three heading into the final bout, Wood, back on the roster after initially planning an Olympic deferral, pinned Cory Day in the third period to lead Lehigh (1-2) to its first victory of the season. The Mountain Hawks trailed 16-9 after eight matches before Jakobsen won a 10-0 major decision over Sam DePrez at 197, to bring Lehigh within 16-13 prior to Wood’s heroics. … rest of story at https://lehighsports.com/news/2021/1/30/wrestling-senior-upperweights-help-lehigh-rally-past-no-25-binghamton-19-16.aspx?mc_cid=f12b64bb83&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
AND Mountain Hawks Roll In 46-0 Shutout Of LIU
BETHLEHEM, Pa. – The Lehigh wrestling team capped a 2-0 weekend at home with a dominant performance in a 46-0 blanking of LIU Sunday inside Leeman-Turner Arena at Grace Hall. The Mountain Hawks recorded four falls and added three additional bonus point victories on the way to their first shutout in nearly five years.
Lehigh had a 28-0 edge in takedowns and allowed just two offensive points, a reversal in the final bout of the dual. Four Mountain Hawks posted their first career victories in the brown and white while two others won for the first time in dual competition.
The win evens the Mountain Hawks’ season record at 2-2. LIU falls to 1-3. … rest of story at https://lehighsports.com/news/2021/1/31/wrestling-mountain-hawks-roll-in-46-0-shutout-of-liu.aspx?mc_cid=8755157a86&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
6 } – Campbell Wrestling extends SoCon dual win streak to 14
CHARLESTON, S.C. – Campbell extended its Southern Conference dual winning streak to 14 with wins over The Citadel and Davidson Saturday at McAlister Field House. The Camels (6-1, 5-0 SoCon) topped The Citadel (4-3, 3-2 SoCon) 34-7 to open the day’s action, then blanked Davidson (1-4, 1-4 SoCon) 45-0 for their second shutout win of the year. Campbell jumped out to a 12-0 lead and never trailed against The Citadel. Austin Murphy led off with a decision at 174, and after a Celeb Hopkins decision, Levi Hopkins’ pin at 197 pounds put CU ahead 12-0. … rest of story at https://gocamels.com/news/2021/1/30/wrestling-extends-socon-dual-win-streak-to-14.aspx?mc_cid=f12b64bb83&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
7 } – Nittany Lions Rout #16 Northwestern to Close Out Road Tri-Meet
Penn State rolls to 29-13 victory to finish off opening day with a second B1G dual win
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. – The Penn State Nittany Lions (2-0, 2-0 B1G), ranked No. 3 in the latest InterMat Tournament Power Index, routed host Northwestern (1-4 1-4 B1G) in the final dual of a Big Ten tri-meet in NU’s Welsh-Ryan Arena. Penn State won seven bouts on its way to a 29-13 road victory. The dual closed out the event hosted by Northwestern in Evanston, Ill. The dual began at 125 where Penn State did not have any competitors cleared to compete this weekend. Northwestern’s No. 8 Michael DeAugustino picked up the forfeit victory to give the Wildcats a 6-0 lead out of the gates. Junior Roman Bravo-Young (Tucson, Ariz.), ranked No. 3 at 133, dominated Dylan Utterback. Bravo-Young rolled up seven takedowns in the first two periods before pinning Utterback at the 3:48 mark. Senior Nick Lee (Evansville, Ind.), ranked No. 2 at 141, posted a 12-2 major over Frankie Tal-Shahar and Penn State led 10-6 after giving up the early forfeit. … rest of story at https://gopsusports.com/news/2021/1/30/wrestling-nittany-lions-rout-16-northwestern-to-close-out-road-tri-meet.aspx?mc_cid=f12b64bb83&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
AND Nittany Lion Wrestlers Down Wisconsin In Third Road Dual to Start Season
Lions win all nine contested bouts in 34-6 victory in Madison
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. – The Penn State Nittany Lions (3-0, 3-0 B1G), ranked No. 3 in the latest InterMat Tournament Power Index, took care of homestanding Wisconsin (1-4, 1-4) in their third straight road dual in a five-day Big Ten road swing. Head coach Cael Sanderson‘s squad won all nine contested bouts on its way to a lopsided 34-6 victory over the Badgers in Madison.
The dual meet was originally scheduled for this coming weekend as part of a tri-meet at Michigan. But the Wolverines have paused all athletic activities, postponing the event in Ann Arbor. With Penn State already in Chicago having won two duals in a tri-meet at Northwestern, the team trekked to Madison for today’s rescheduled dual. … rest of story at https://gopsusports.com/news/2021/2/2/wrestling-nittany-lion-wrestlers-down-wisconsin-in-third-road-dual-to-start-season.aspx?mc_cid=e1d5a94c45&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
8 } – 24th-Ranked Mids Pitch 37-0 Shutout Over Cleveland State
The 24th-ranked Navy wrestling team (3-1, 1-0 EIWA) opened its dual Saturday evening against Cleveland State (0-2, 0-0 Mid-American) with a 4-2 win by senior 125-pound Logan Treaster and never looked back, as the Mids won all 10 bouts en route to a 37-0 victory over the visiting Vikings at Alumni Hall. It was Navy’s first shutout since blanking George Mason 43-0 on Feb. 6, 2018. “It a nice win, a nice shutout,” said first-year Navy head coach Cary Kolat, whose Mids broke into the national rankings this week for the first time since 2017. “We’ve got more to do. We had some team goals coming into this dual that we wanted to accomplish technically on the mat with each guy. I think we missed the mark on some of that stuff, so we’ve gotta continue to keep trying to improve on that. But any time Navy gets a win, it’s a nice day.” … rest of story at https://navysports.com/news/2021/1/30/wrestling-24th-ranked-mids-pitch-37-0-shutout-over-cleveland-state.aspx?mc_cid=f12b64bb83&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
9} – SOONERS DOMINATE IN LITTLE ROCK
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – The 22nd-ranked Oklahoma wrestling team earned an unblemished 3-0 record at the Little Rock quad-dual after defeating Little Rock, South Dakota State and No. 21 Stanford in dual action. The Sooners were especially good at the heavier weights, compiling a 12-3 record on the day in all weight classes above 165.
“It was a good day of wrestling for us, any time you can get three wins it is a good day,” head coach Lou Rosselli said after improving to 5-3 in 2021. “I think that Stanford is a pretty good team, South Dakota State is always tough and Little Rock has some guys that can present some challenges, so we are happy to get out of here with three victories. Today will help create some momentum as we start to look to Bedlam next Sunday.” … rest of story at https://soonersports.com/news/2021/1/31/wrestling-sooners-go-3-0-in-little-rock.aspx?mc_cid=8755157a86&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
10 } – Gophers Defeat Purdue and Rutgers in B1G Tri-Meet
PISCATAWAY, NJ – The No. 12 Gopher wrestling team (4-2) defeated No. 18 Purdue, 32-4, and No. 17 Rutgers, 21-18, in a Big Ten tri-meet on Sunday in Piscataway, N.J. Minnesota earned its 12th straight win against the Boilermakers and improved to 5-0 all-time against the Scarlet Knights.
Five Gophers went 2-0 on the day including sophomore Patrick McKee and senior Owen Webster. Ranked ninth in the country at 125 pounds, McKee upset No. 6 Devin Schroder of Purdue by a score of 5-4. He followed that with a pin of No. 15 Nic Aguilar of Rutgers. At 184 pounds, Webster upset a pair of ranked opponents. He defeated No. 10 Max Lyon of the Boilermakers and No. 15 John Poznanski of the Scarlet Knights. … rest of story at https://gophersports.com/news/2021/1/31/wrestling-gophers-defeat-purdue-and-rutgers-in-b1g-tri-meet.aspx?mc_cid=8755157a86&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
AND Gophers Overpower Illinois, 25-13, at Maturi Pavilion
MINNEAPOLIS – The No. 10 Gopher wrestling team (5-2) won five of the last six matches to defeat No. 13 Illinois (4-2), 25-13, on Friday night at Maturi Pavilion. Fifth-year senior Owen Webster upset No. 7 Zac Braunagel at 184 pounds, while top-ranked heavyweight Gable Steveson pinned sixth-ranked Luke Luffman in just 34 seconds to close out the dual. Sophomore Patrick McKee gave the Gophers an early 3-0 lead with a 4-2 decision against No. 13 Justin Cardani at 125 pounds. Ranked seventh in the nation, McKee trailed most of the match, but used a takedown and two-point near fall with one minute remaining to erase a 2-0 deficit. … rest of story at https://gophersports.com/news/2021/2/5/wrestling-gophers-overpower-illinois-25-13-at-maturi-pavilion.aspx?mc_cid=7fbcdf9574&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
11 } – Mountaineers Upset No. 17 Northern Colorado
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. – Topping its first ranked opponent since the 2018-19 season, the West Virginia University wrestling team took down No. 17 Northern Colorado in a 25-11 contest on Sunday afternoon, inside the WVU Coliseum, in Morgantown.
Trailing 8-0 to start the match, West Virginia won seven of the last eight bouts to move to 5-2 on the year and 1-1 in Big 12 action. WVU also topped its four-match win total from 2019 and 2020 – coach Tim Flynn‘s first two seasons at the helm of the Mountaineer wrestling program.
No. 1 Noah Adams, a redshirt junior, showed how dominant he could be by earning a 13-1 major decision over No. 16 Jacob Seely to put the Mountaineers on the board. The Coal City, West Virginia, native put on a clinic in the second period, scoring a takedown and four nearfall points for the 9-1 advantage. Adams scored his third takedown in the final frame and forced two stall calls for the extra point. He also accumulated over five minutes of riding time at the end of regulation, which put the final score at 13-1. … rest of story at https://wvusports.com/news/2021/1/31/wrestling-mountaineers-upset-no-17-northern-colorado.aspx?mc_cid=8755157a86&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
12 } – THIS WEEK’S NCAA DIV. I SCHEDULE LISTED BY CONFERENCE, PLUS RANKED DUALS AND OTHER NOTES
By Gary Abbott, USA Wrestling | Jan. 28, 2021
Here is this week’s Div. I college wrestling schedule, broken up by conference. Please note that we are including the most current NWCA Div. I poll rankings, as published on Jan. 26. There are currently 11 dual meets between ranked opponents this week. Six are Big Ten dual meets, two are Big 12 dual meets, two are within the ACC and the other is a non-conference match. The ACC ranked match is a rivalry dual, as No. 3 NC State hosts No. 14 North Carolina on Friday. There are three ranked teams competing on Sunday in the same location, as No. 15 Minnesota and No. 19 Purdue travel for a tri-meet at No. 20 Rutgers. … rest of story at https://www.teamusa.org/USA-Wrestling/Features/2021/January/28/This-weeks-NCAA-Div-I-schedule?mc_cid=8a92ee7e2c&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
AND Bison Reschedule Pair of Duals Against Fresno State, California Baptist
North Dakota State (2-2, 1-1 Big 12) returns to the wrestling mat for the first time in nearly three weeks against Big 12 foe Fresno State (0-1) and non-conference opponent California Baptist (0-3) this Saturday, Jan. 30, in Riverside, Calif. NDSU faces Fresno State at 11 a.m. PT followed by California Baptist at 3 p.m. PT in the Van Dyne Gym. The NDSU-CBU dual will be streamed live on WACDigitalNetwork.com. The Bison were scheduled to face both teams at Cal Poly last Sunday, Jan. 24, but the matches were canceled due to COVID-19 testing protocol. .. rest of story at https://gobison.com/news/2021/1/28/wrestling-bison-reschedule-pair-of-duals-against-fresno-state-california-baptist.aspx?mc_cid=8a92ee7e2c&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
NCAA Division II Results (2021) – #4
TDR Editor’s Notes ; A flurry of results in the active NCAA Division II teams. The schools are adjusting their schedules and are utilizing triangular and quadrangular (or Tris & Quads) events in other to increase their opportunities for competition. After the regular seasons are completed by the end of the month the wrestlers will seek qualification for the national tournament in regional events. The National champiosnships shall be held on the 2nd weekend in St. Louis. E-mail us at the Editor’s office at martinkfleming@gmail.com
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1 } – No. 4 Wrestling Rolls to 4-0 with Pair of Wins on Sunday
The No. 4 Lindenwood wrestling team picked up a pair of wins on Sunday, earning a 36-3 victory over Ouachita Baptist, before taking down No. 20 Drury by a final of 36-8 in Springfield, Mo.
DUAL ONE: No. 4 Lindenwood 36, Ouachita Baptist 3
The Lions were hot on Sunday, as newcomer Cevion Severado started the day with an 11-6 decision at 125 pounds. Kalen Napier picked up his first victory of the year, as he took down his opponent by a 12-4 major decision in the 141-pound weight class. No. 1 Abner Romero dominated his counterpart in the 174-pound weight class, winning by a 16-1 tech fall. Kyle Dickhaus and Keaton Fogler registered back-to-back pins, as the Lions went on to win 36-3. … rest of story at https://lindenwoodlions.com/news/2021/1/24/no-4-wrestling-rolls-to-4-0-with-pair-of-wins-on-sunday.aspx?mc_cid=494039af40&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
AND No. 4 Wrestling Dominates on Senior Night
The No. 4 Lindenwood wrestling team (6-1, 4-0 GLVC) cruised to a pair of wins on Wednesday night in Hyland Arena in St. Charles, Mo. The Lions opened the night with a dominating 54-0 win over Kentucky Wesleyan, and then laid down the hammer with an impressive 54-3 win against Central Missouri.
DUAL ONE: No. 4 Lindenwood 54, Kentucky Wesleyan 0
Austin Kegley started off the night with a 6-2 decision, while Isaac Jacquez followed up with a 13-5 major decision. In the 141-pound match, No. 2 Colby Smith registered a pin at the 4:25 mark and the Lions did not look back. Jack Tangen posted an 18-2 tech fall at 157 pounds, and the Lions scored six points in each of the following matches against the Panthers. … rest of story at https://lindenwoodlions.com/news/2021/2/3/no-4-wrestling-dominates-on-senior-night.aspx?mc_cid=653cd27934&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
2 } – No. 21 Wrestling Stays Unbeaten With Win Over Queens
PEMBROKE – The 21st-ranked UNC Pembroke wrestling team tacked up a dozen takedowns, four near falls and a pair of forfeits on the way to eight individual victories on the night as the Braves stayed unbeaten with a 38-9 victory over Queens on Tuesday evening at Lumbee Guaranty Bank Court. The result marked the 10th-straight win for the Braves (5-0) dating back to last season, and also gave UNCP its most wins to start a season since the 2010-11 campaign. It was the third-straight loss for the Royals (1-3) who fell to 0-4 all-time in the series with their North Carolina rivals.
Anthony Carter needed just 28 seconds to give the hosts an early lead, registering a takedown just 26 seconds into his 125-pound matchup with Alessandro Araujo, and then pinning shoulders to the mat two ticks later. Noah Gilbert knotted the team score back up with a third-period pin a handful of minutes later, but the Braves would cruise after that. … rest of story at https://uncpbraves.com/news/2021/1/26/no-21-wrestling-stays-unbeaten-with-win-over-queens.aspx?mc_cid=348fe62197&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
3 } – Wrestling upends Division II’s Lander, Emmanuel, King in quad meet
BRISTOL, Tenn. — The Averett University wrestling team (ranked No.23 nationally by trackwrestling) put together one of its best wrestling performances in program history on Wednesday. Improving to a perfect 7-0 on the season, following three wins over Division II Lander University (23-13), Emmanuel College (48-9) and host King University (31-16) for the best start in program history.
Lander Dual:
Senior Sam Braswell (ranked No. 4 nationally by Intermat) rolled to three impressive victories on the afternoon to remain unbeaten on the season. Beginning with a 17-1 tech fall victory over Austin Ross to give Averett an early 5-0 advantage. Lander (3-1) pulled within 5-4 of the Cougars following a 8-0 major decision victory over freshman Alex Logsdon, but senior Brandon Woody (ranked No. 10 nationally by Intermat) aided a 9-5 win by decision to give the Cougars an 8-4 lead. … rest of story at https://averettcougars.com/news/2021/1/27/mens-wrestling-wrestling-upends-division-iis-lander-emmanuel-king-in-quad-meet.aspx?mc_cid=bf1f14c6db&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
4 } – Viking Wrestling Wins Big at SMSU
MARSHALL, Minn. — The Augustana wrestling team moved to 2-2 on the season Thursday night with a convincing 29-12 dual victory over Southwest Minnesota State. The Vikings defeated the Mustangs in seven of the 10 matches. After a forfeit in the 125 pound bout, senior Brandon Carroll wasted no time in evening up the dual score with a pin over his opponent halfway through the second period of the 133 pound match. Tied 6-6, sophomore Jack Huffman took the mat at 141 pounds and delivered a 7-2 victory in which he recorded three takedowns and a riding time point. With Augustana up 9-6, sophomore and No. 9-ranked, Hunter Burnett suited up in the 149 pound bout and delivered a monster performance. Burnett recorded six takedowns, eight points from near-falls, an escape and a stall warning point for a 22-4 tech fall and 14-6 Viking lead. … rest of story at https://goaugie.com/news/2021/1/28/viking-wrestling-wins-big-at-smsu.aspx?mc_cid=8a92ee7e2c&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
5 } – ThunderWolves fall to No. T-25 Eagles in RMAC opener
PUEBLO, Colo. (Jan. 28, 2021) – The Colorado State University Pueblo wrestling team lost its Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference and home opener Thursday, as No. T-25 Chadron State College visited Massari Arena and won, 23-16. CSU Pueblo (2-2, 0-1 RMAC) earned five match victories, but only one bonus point win, as the Eagles (3-3, 1-1 RMAC) used two falls and a technical fall to secure the dual win. At 149, No. 11 Gavin Melendez (R-Sr., Los Banos, Calif.) was the only wrestler to score bonus points for the ThunderWolves, as he used a first period takedown and four-point near fall to set the tone in a 12-3 major decision win. … rest of story at https://gothunderwolves.com/news/2021/1/28/wrestling-thunderwolves-fall-to-no-t-25-eagles-in-rmac-opener.aspx?mc_cid=8a92ee7e2c&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
6 } – Minot State Wrestling Drops Nail-Biter at UMary
BISMARCK, N.D. – Minot State wrestler Nathan Baca battled until the end against UMary’s Anthony Velazquez (157 lb) in the final match of the dual but the decision (8-7) went the Marauders way 24-20 on Thursday night in Bismarck, N.D. The Beavers at one point trailed 12-0 after UMary started off the dual with back-to-back pins. Braydon Huber defeated Brody Mohr by fall and Max Bruss won by fall over Noah Gallardo to extend the Marauders lead to that marking. Keegan Berry scored early and was able to hold on to a 6-1 decision over Grant Litke. Berry continues to be one of the most consistent grapplers in the lineup as he moves to 4-0 on the season at 184 lbs. … rest of story at https://msubeavers.com/news/2021/1/28/wrestling-xxxx.aspx?mc_cid=8a92ee7e2c&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
7 } – No. 19 Wrestling Pummels Central Missouri, 44-11
HAYS, Kan. – The No. 19 Fort Hays State wrestling team cruised to a 13th-straight win over Central Missouri Friday evening (Jan. 29), topping the Mules 44-11 thanks to eight wins and seven bonus-point victories. The Tigers move to 2-6 in dual competition and 1-0 in the MIAA, while UCM dips to 0-6 overall and 0-2 in league action.
Mason Turner, the second-ranked wrestler at 125 pounds, opened the evening with a 16-1 technical fall with a quick escape in the second period. The sophomore totaled three takedowns and a pair of four-point nearfalls in the first period. Colin Cole, Broderick Green and Cole Zebley all won via forfeit to give the Tigers a 23-0 advantage. Central Missouri battled back with wins at 157 and 165 pounds, cutting the FHSU lead to 23-11. … rest of story at https://fhsuathletics.com/news/2021/1/29/no-19-wrestling-pummels-central-missouri-44-11.aspx?mc_cid=ad9f03475a&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
AND No. 19 Wrestling Tops No. 23 Jets, 26-21
HAYS, Kan. – The 19th-ranked Fort Hays State wrestling team picked up its second consecutive conference victory Sunday (Jan. 31), defeating No. 23 Newman 26-21. The dual came down to a sudden victory win for No. 9 A.J. Cooper in the final contest of the afternoon. The Tigers are now 3-6 on the year and 2-0 in MIAA action, while Newman falls to 2-6 overall and 0-2 in the league. No. 2 Mason Turner opened the day with a pin just 45 seconds into the 125-pound match before Colin Cole won via forfeit at 133 pounds. Newman closed within 12-5 with a technical fall at 141 pounds before Cole Zebley got things back on track for FHSU. … rest of the story at https://fhsuathletics.com/news/2021/1/31/no-19-wrestling-tops-no-23-jets-26-21.aspx?mc_cid=8755157a86&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
8 } – Royals Impress in Win over Limestone
GAFFNEY, SC – The Queens University of Charlotte men’s wrestling team (2-3; 2-2 SAC/CC) snapped its two match losing streak rallying to a convincing 28-10 win at previously unbeaten Limestone (2-1; 2-1 SAC/CC)
Alessandro Araujo (125 lb) kicked off the afternoon with a win by fall to put the Royals on the scoreboard first. Following a pair of double forfeits, Limestone and Queens swapped majority decisions with Christopher Cohens (157 lb) propelling the Royals to a 10-4 team lead. Limestone answered to even the score before Queens rallied to four consecutive wins by Austin Watkins (174 lb), Noah Curreri (184 lb), Stephon Halliburton (197 lb), and Joshua Voelkel (285 lb) to pull away to a 28-10 final. … rest of story at https://queensathletics.com/news/2021/1/31/mens-wrestling-royals-impress-in-win-over-limestone.aspx?mc_cid=8755157a86&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
9} – Men’s Wrestling Bounces Back With 33-13 Win Over King
BRISTOL, Tenn. – Looking to rebound from their first loss of the season, the Limestone University men’s wrestling team took home the 33-13 win over the Tornado of King University in South Atlantic Conference Carolinas action on Wednesday, February 3. Starting at 174 lbs. on the evening, the Blue and Gold got off to a fast start as freshman Garrett Starks (Easley, S.C.) picked up a competitive 3-2 decision at that weight class to give the Saints the early 3-0 lead on the team scoreboard. The Saints never trailed in the match as they continued their domination heading into the 184 lbs. matchup with sophomore Hunter Haven (Kershaw, S.C.) taking home a 13-7 decision to extend Limestone’s lead out to 6-0.
At 197 lbs., freshman Josh Hill (Easley, S.C.) got out the gate quickly with a take down and would ride his way to a pin victory early in the second period to give Limestone the 12-0 lead. At 285 lbs., a perfectly executed six-point move in the first tie-breaker period by junior Juan Edmonds-Holmes (Goose Creek, S.C.) extend the Saints lead even further to 15-0. … rest of story at https://golimestonesaints.com/news/2021/2/3/mens-wrestling-bounces-back-with-33-13-win-over-king.aspx?mc_cid=653cd27934&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
10 } – #11 Minnesota State Overpowers Mary 26-10
Mankato, Minn. — 11th-rated Minnesota State won seven of ten matches in overpowering the University of Mary by a 26-10 margin in Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference wrestling action in Mankato Thursday night. Senior Trenton McManus, rated ninth in the nation at 125, upped his record on the year to 5-0 to start the match with an 11-1 major decision win over Jeremy Leintz. Brock Luthens now stands 3-2 for 2020-21 after picking up a 5-2 decision over Laken Boese and Minnesota State junior Kolbe O’Brien pinned Drew Steidler at 4:59 and now owns a 4-1 record for the season. Two-time All-American Kyle Rathman, rated second in country, stayed undefeated for the year with a 9-1 major decision over Chandler Mooney in the match at 149. Junior Cooper Siebrecht prevailed by a 6-2 margin over Sam Bruss in the 157 matchup to make it 20-0 Minnesota State lead. … rest of story at https://msumavericks.com/news/2021/2/4/wrestling-game-recap-11-minnesota-state-overpowers-mary-xxxxx.aspx?mc_cid=fca48e06b8&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
11 } – Northern State Wrestling Remains Unscathed in Road Win over SMSU
Marshall, Minn. – After going down 9-0 to start the dual, the Northern State University wrestling team battled back for the fourth victory of the season. The Wolves tallied five match victories, including one bonus point win in the dual. In addition, Northern won four of the seven extra matches.
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Final Score: NSU 18, SMSU 16
Records: NSU 4-0, SMSU 1-3 … rest of story at https://nsuwolves.com/news/2021/2/4/wrestling-remains-unscathed-in-road-win-over-smsu.aspx?mc_cid=fca48e06b8&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
12 } – Dragon Wrestlers Edge Minot State by Tiebreaker, 19-18
MOORHEAD, Minn. — By virtue of a tiebreaker, the Minnesota State University Moorhead wrestling team edged Minot State, 19-18 in Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference action Thursday night at Nemzek Fieldhouse in Moorhead. MSUM is now 1-2 on the year while Minot State fell to 0-5. The dual was tied at 18-18 with each team winning five matches but MSUM won by the third tiebreaker, which was total points won in the match to win the dual. … rest of story at https://www.msumdragons.com/news/2021/2/4/wrestling-dragon-wrestlers-edge-minot-state-by-tiebreaker-19-18.aspx?mc_cid=fca48e06b8&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
NCAA Division II News (2021) – # 3
TDR Editor’s Notes ; Most important news first up with the Division II Nationals confirming that they will be held yet they have been moved from Birmingham to St. Louis. They will be held the weekend before the Division I Nationals in the same city. Well that is good for fans and wrestlers in the center of our nation yet a bit beyond driving range for us. Had looked forward to seeing our first wrestling event in the state of Alabama. E-mail us at the Editor’s office at martinkfleming@gmail.com
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1 } – DII affirms plans to host winter championships
Adjustments approved for winter and spring championships
February 5, 2021 5:40pmCorbin McGuire
The Division II Management Council and Presidents Council on Friday affirmed plans to host all the division’s 2021 winter championships. The Division II Championships Committee recommended the division move forward with hosting its seven winter championships after reviewing participation data and upcoming schedules across those sports. Nearly all finals sites will remain the same, except for the women’s basketball and wrestling championships. The women’s basketball championship will be held at the Columbus (Ohio) Convention Center, and the wrestling championships will be at the America’s Center in St. Louis. The Management Council approved a variety of other recommendations from the Championships Committee related to this year’s winter and spring championships, … rest of story at https://www.ncaa.org/about/resources/media-center/news/dii-affirms-plans-host-winter-championships?mc_cid=7fbcdf9574&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
2 } – OAC alters 2021 Wrestling schedule to include 4-team groupings over three weekends of competition
By Tim Glon
2021 Wrestling Schedule |
ADA — The Ohio Athletic Conference has announced a schedule change to its regular season wrestling schedule, splitting its round-robin schedule to six sites over three weekends. Wrestling will now determine its OAC champion with a round-robin schedule of meets held on Jan. 24 at Ohio Northern and Baldwin Wallace, Jan. 31 at Mount Union and Baldwin Wallace and Feb. 7 at Ohio Northern and Mount Union. The Polar Bears will host Heidelberg and Mount Union on Jan. 24, dual with Baldwin Wallace and John Carroll at BW on Jan. 31 and host Muskingum, Otterbein and Wilmington on Feb. 7. … rest of story at https://ohionorthern.prestosports.com/sports/wrest/2020-21/releases/20210113rdaxqo?mc_cid=6b4820f7a2&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
3 } – Surfs Up! Jason Welch is riding the wave of uncertainty at San Francisco State
San Francisco State coach Jason Welch won’t lead his team at the 2021 NCAA Division II NCAA Championships due to COVID restrictions, but he is still working hard. And he’s still finding his way to the ocean. … rest of story at https://www.trackwrestling.com/PortalPlayer.jsp?TIM=1611895063381&twSessionId=bjcjpwztut&videoId=1010979135&mc_cid=8a92ee7e2c&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
4 } – NWCA Division II Regular Season Poll #2
Manheim, PA – St. Cloud State remains atop the National Wrestling Coaches Association Division II Coaches Rankings, in the newest edition of the poll released Friday by the Association.
INDIVIDUAL RANKINGS
The Huskies tallied 100 total points behind seven wrestlers ranked in the #12 in their respective weight classes, with three of those student-athletes sitting at #1 individually. Nebraska-Kearney retained the #2 spot with a poll-high nine ranked individuals.
Lindenwood moved into the #3 spot in the team poll, up from its spot at #4 two weeks ago. Gannon and McKendree each also moved up a spot, with the Knights at #4 and the Bearcats at #5 in the most recent ranking. Don Henry’s Gannon squad also features a poll-high nine ranked wrestlers. Mercyhurst and Minnesota State moved into the Top 10 for the first time this season, with the Lakers coming in at #7 behind Central Oklahoma in the six-spot. Ashland moved up one spot to #8, as did … rest of story at http://www.nwcaonline.com/nwca-division-ii-regular-season-poll-2/?mc_cid=7fbcdf9574&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
5 } – Adam Bender Named G-MAC Wrestler of the Week
INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. – Adam Bender from the Kentucky Wesleyan College wrestling team staked claim to the first selection of Great Midwest Athletic Conference Wrestler of the Week, as announced by the league office on Monday morning. This is his first conference career weekly honor. This is the third season the Kentucky Wesleyan wrestling program has been in existence with the Great Midwest and the program’s first conference weekly honor. Bender sets the tone in a big way at the top of the lineup for head coach Rob McCabe and the Panthers’ young program. KWC had three different duals during the week against No. 5 ranked McKendree, Midway and Lincoln, all at home. The redshirt sophomore delivered bonus points in two of his matches with a pin and a major decision while competing to a decision in his other result. … rest of story at https://kwcpanthers.com/news/2021/1/11/wrestling-adam-bender-named-g-mac-wrestler-of-the-week.aspx?mc_cid=01186bea70&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
6 } – Gentile Named GLVC Wrestler of the Week
The Great Lakes Valley Conference (GLVC) announced Lindenwood wrestling sophomore Ronnie Gentile as the GLVC Wrestler of the Week. Gentile started off the season off on the right foot, helping No. 4 Lindenwood to a 2-0 start. The Paulsboro, N.J. native earned a 19-6 major decision in his first match against Davenport. In a big dual against No. 5 McKendree, Gentile defeated No. 6 Nate Smalling by a 4-2 decision. The Lions went on to win the dual 19-18. … rest of story at https://lindenwoodlions.com/news/2021/1/12/wrestling-gentile-named-glvc-wrestler-of-the-week.aspx?mc_cid=7d0bae3ce9&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
AND Blubaugh earns first career GLVC Wrestler of the Week nod
INDIANAPOLIS- For the third week in a row, a UIndy wrestler has earned the Great Lakes Valley Conference Wrestler of the Week, announced by the league office Tuesday. Blubaugh, a redshirt freshman, improved to 6-2 on the week with a 3-0 weekend at Lake Erie’s Storm Duals. He put up a pair of tech falls, and a win over #10 Chris Droege of Lake Erie on Saturday in helping the #T7 Greyhounds to a 3-0 day. The Bloomington, Ind., native posted a 17-2 tech fall in 5:00 over Ashland’s Nathan Williams in his first match of the day, and followed with a 7-2 win. Blubaugh then closed out his day with a 17-0 tech fall in 3:56 over Crue Cooper of Davenport. … rest of story at https://athletics.uindy.edu/news/2021/2/2/wrestling-blubaugh-earns-first-career-glvc-wrestler-of-the-week-nod.aspx?mc_cid=e1d5a94c45&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
7 } – Pitt-Johnstown to Resume Athletic Activities, Including Spring Sports Competition
Pitt-Johnstown has announced it will resume NCAA athletic activities, including Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference (PSAC) competition in the spring sports of baseball, men’s golf, men’s and women’s outdoor track and field, and softball. In addition, wrestling will be permitted to compete in the NCAA Regional Tournament as well as the NCAA Division II National Championships, while other fall and winter sports (men’s and women’s cross country, men’s and women’s soccer, women’s volleyball, men’s and women’s basketball) will engage in training and team activities without competition seasons. Pitt-Johnstown student-athletes returned to campus on Sunday (January 31) and are sheltering in place for one week. NCAA varsity teams will then have staggered starting dates for safety reason. … rest of story at https://pittjohnstownathletics.com/news/2021/2/2/baseball-pitt-johnstown-resumes-athletic-activities-including-spring-sports-competition.aspx?mc_cid=e1d5a94c45&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
8 } – RMAC tabs Renner Wrestler of the Week
COLORADO SPRINGS — February 2, 2021 — The Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference named Chadron State College 157-pound wrestler Preston Renner its Wrestler of the Week on Tuesday, in a release at RMACSports.org. Renner, a sophomore from Broomfield, Colorado, earned a 3-2 decision over Jasiah Williams of Pueblo, who had, in previous seasons, been ranked as high as fifth in the nation. Renner scored the first and only takedown of the match in the third period, twith the bout ied 1-1, to edge the fifth-year senior. The win helped elevate the Eagles to a 23-16 win over the ThunderWolves in last week’s dual in Pueblo. … rest of story at https://chadroneagles.com/news/2021/2/2/RMAC-tabs-Renner-Wrestler-of-the-Week.aspx?mc_cid=e1d5a94c45&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
AND Andreatta named RMAC Wrestler of the Week
COLORADO SPRINGS – Adams State redshirt junior Jonathan Andreatta was named the Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference (RMAC) Wrestler of the Week, as announced by conference officials earlier today. Andreatta helped earn 12 team points as he paced the Grizzlies in two team wins over ranked opponents at 2021 Fort Hays State University Dual Jamboree at Gross Memorial Stadium. The Grizzlies, who were ranked No. 10 in the National Wrestling Coaches Association (NWCA) defeated No. 12 Fort Hays State, 24-21, before downing No. 23 Newman, 29-18. Andreatta had two falls. The first came over the No. 2 wrestlers at 125, FHSU’s Mason Turner, in 2:57. The second fall came over Newman’s Jake Patch in 2:24. … rest of story at https://asugrizzlies.com/news/2021/1/12/wrestling-wres-andreatta-named-rmac-wrestler-of-the-week.aspx?mc_cid=7d0bae3ce9&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
9} – FitzPatrick, Brinkman earn NSIC Athlete of the Week honors
BURNSVILLE, MINN. – The St. Cloud State University athletics department saw two student-athletes earn Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference (NSIC) weekly awards this past week. On Monday, senior wrestler Devin FitzPatrick (Mahtomedi, Minn. / Mahtomedi) was named the NSIC Wrestler of the Week, while Madison Brinkman (Grey Eagle, Minn. / Melrose) was named the NSIC Diver of the Week Tuesday afternoon. FitzPatrick earned his first NSIC Wrestler of the Week award this season after leading the Huskies to a resounding 31-3 dual match victory over the University of Mary last Thursday night. The redshirt senior, who currently ranks No. 2 in the nation at 165-pounds, posted a 6-3 victory over No. 4 ranked Braydon Huber in the second match of the evening. A two-time All-American and current team captain, FitzPatrick is a member of two national championship squads and helped St. Cloud State to the No. 1 ranking in the nation. … rest of story at https://scsuhuskies.com/news/2021/1/12/womens-swim-dive-fitzpatrick-brinkman-earn-nsic-athlete-of-the-week-honors.aspx?mc_cid=7d0bae3ce9&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
AND Reece Worachek Named NSIC Wrestler of the Week
Worachek is 4-0 this season
KENOSHA, Wis. – Freshman Reece Worachek of the Parkside wrestling team has been named the NSIC Wrestler of the Week, the conference office announced on Monday afternoon.
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Worachek, a Luxemburg, Wis., native, defeated No. 8 ranked Dalton Hahn of Upper Iowa on Thursday. He stayed perfect on the year, improving to 4-0 this season with the 2-1 win in the tiebreak. Worachek is currently the No. 5 ranked wrestler in Super Region V while Hahn is the top-ranked wrestler at 184 pounds. Parkside lost the dual to the No. 16 ranked Peacocks, 21-12. … rest of story at https://parksiderangers.com/news/2021/2/1/wrestling-reece-worachek-named-nsic-wrestler-of-the-week.aspx?mc_cid=3d847489c9&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
10 } – Garrett Cook is MEC Wrestler of the Week
BRIDGEPORT, W.Va. – West Liberty University’s Garrett Cook has been honored as the first Mountain East Conference Wrestler of the Week. Cook, a sophomore 184-pounder from Weirton, W.Va. was recognized by the conference office on Tuesday after playing a key role in helping Coach Danny Irwin‘s Hilltoppers post a pair of impressive wins in Saturday’s triangular season opener. The nationally-ranked hilltoppers powered past host Glenville State 38-12 and Alderson Broaddus 38-10.
Turning in two dominating performances, Cook notched first-period falls in both matches. Barely having time to break a sweat, the sophomore stopped Glenville’s Christian Ramsey at the 2:02 mark and the Battlers’ Chiedu Chika in 2:41. … rest of story at https://hilltoppersports.com/news/2021/1/12/wrestling-garrett-cook-is-mec-wrestler-of-the-week.aspx?mc_cid=7d0bae3ce9&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
11 } – Mavs to host NCAA Wrestling Regional
Final two duals canceled
GRAND JUNCTION, Colo.— Colorado Mesa University Athletic Department Officials have announced that Mavericks have been selected to as a replacement host for the upcoming NCAA Division II Super Region VI Wrestling Championships, which will be contested on Sunday, Feb. 28, starting at Noon (new time) in Brownson Arena. The status of fans being able to attend under COVID-19 related protocols is yet to be determined. In additional news, the Mavericks’ two remaining Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference men’s wrestling duals have been canceled. The Mavericks were due to host Western Colorado University on Thursday evening and then travel to CSU-Pueblo on Saturday. Thus, the Mavericks have finished the dual-meet portion of their schedule with 4-3 overall and 2-1 Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference marks. … rest of story at https://cmumavericks.com/news/2021/2/9/mavs-to-host-ncaa-wrestling-regional.aspx?mc_cid=a084ab7fd9&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
AND Hanenberg named RMAC Wrestler of the Week
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. — Western Colorado University’s Jason Hanenberg was named the RMAC Wrestler of the Week on Tuesday. The junior from Colorado Springs – ranked 11th in Division II at 149 pounds – defeated Chadron State’s Sebastian Robles 10-2 for a major decision victory – keeping Hanenberg a perfect 6-0 on the season with three pins. It also moved him to 42-23 in his career. This is Hanenberg’s first RMAC Wrestler of the Week honor and he’s the second RMAC Wrestler of the Week this season for the Mountaineers – joining Sammy deSeriere who won the honor on Dec. 15, 2020. … rest of story at https://gomountaineers.com/news/2021/2/9/WRST09Feb2021.aspx?mc_cid=a084ab7fd9&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
12 } – No. 19 Wolves Remain Undefeated with 25-12 Win over Limestone
Wolves pull away late to maintain their perfect record
GAFFNEY, S.C. — It came down to the final matches of the evening, but in the end it was the No. 19 Newberry Wolves coming out on top, beating the Limestone Saints 25-12 Wednesday night in South Atlantic Conference Carolinas action. The win maintains Newberry’s perfect 6-0 record on the season, and is their fifth win in conference competition. The dual was still within reach for the Saints heading into the 197-pound match, where Newberry’s Brandon Dickman picked up a 7-3 decision to put the Newberry lead out of reach. The dual concluded with Bowdy Boyce picking up a 2-1 win over his opponent at 285 pounds, with the match going into overtime before Boyce picked up an escape in the first tiebreaker round. Zach Shupp started things off at 125 pounds with a first period fall, needing just 2:16 to pick up his fifth win of the season. Four of his wins have come via fall, which is the most on the team. Austin Neal stepped onto the mat at 133 pounds and picked up a 3-0 win, giving Newberry a 9-0 lead over the Saints. At 141 pounds, No. 1 Isiah Royal was in a battle with his opponent, but was able to pull out the win, maintaining his perfect record on the season and making the Wolves lead 12-0. … rest of story at https://newberrywolves.com/news/2021/2/10/wrestling-no-19-wolves-remain-undefeated-with-25-15-win-over-limestone.aspx?mc_cid=5e3b2f2de3&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
AND Episode 27 of 6 Minutes – Andy Bricker
6 MINUTES WITH LINCOLN MEMORIAL HEAD COACH ANDY BRICKER
Sat down with Lincoln Memorial’s new head coach Andy Bricker. We talked about the challenges of starting a new program, leaving the Tampa area and heading to Tennessee, and what he is doing to build out a roster in the Southeast’s newest D2 program. …story and link at https://www.southeastwrestling.com/blog/2021/2/2/episode-27-of-6-minutes
Carolinas’ Colleges’ News (2021) – # 3
TDR Editor’s Notes ; Our focus in this collection of articles is on college teams in North and South Carolina. The teams have been successful recently. We will post more recent results in the next postng. E-mail us at the Editor’s office at martinkfleming@gmail.com
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1 } – Pair of Top-10 Upsets Highlight #4 @PackWrestle’s 27-6 Win Over #12 Pitt
Pack wins 8 of 10 bouts, including final six
RALEIGH, N.C. – Powered behind a pair of top-10 upsets, and four ranked wins overall, #4 @PackWrestle stormed past #12 Pitt 27-6 Friday night in Reynolds Coliseum. The Pack (4-0, 2-0 ACC) won eight of the 10 bouts overall against the Panthers (3-1, 1-1), including the final six bouts of the night. The 21st consecutive Pack dual win was highlighted by freshman Isaac Trumble stepping in at 197 pounds for the first time this season … rest of story at https://gopack.com/news/2021/1/22/wrestling-pair-of-top-10-upsets-highlight-4-packwrestles-27-6-win-over-12-pitt.aspx?mc_cid=63515b3c44&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
2 } – Freshman Isaac Trumble Named ACC Wrestler of the Week
Scored a top-5 win in dual debut at 197 pounds
RALEIGH, N.C. – NC State true freshman Isaac Trumble has been named the Atlantic Coast Conference Wrestler of the Week following his stunning win at 197 pounds in his collegiate dual debut.
Trumble upset Pitt’s No. 5-ranked Nino Bonaccorsi in a 6-1 decision that helped the No. 4 Wolfpack to a 27-6 win over the No. 12 Panthers in ACC Network’s Friday Night Dual matchup of ranked teams. Trumble was also recognized as the National Wrestler of the Week by The Open Mat.… rest of story at https://gopack.com/news/2021/1/26/wrestling-freshman-isaac-trumble-named-acc-wrestler-of-the-week.aspx?mc_cid=348fe62197&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
AND #PackMentality Pop-Ins Podcast: Ep. 75 – Fr. Isaac Trumble & UNC Preview
RALEIGH, N.C. – Rivalry week is upon us as #3 NC State and #14 UNC are set to do battle Friday Night. On Episode #75 of the #PackMentality Pop-Ins Podcast, host Brian Reinhardt sits down with head coach Pat Popolizio to talk about the upcoming dual with the host Tar Heels. We’ll first look at some breakout performances from the win over #12 Pitt as well as tease this week’s featured interview, Isaac Trumble, who was named Wrestler of the Week by The Open Mat. — rest of story and podcast at https://gopack.com/news/2021/1/27/wrestling-packmentality-pop-ins-podcast-ep-75-fr-isaac-trumble-unc-preview.aspx?mc_cid=bf1f14c6db&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
3 } – Newberry Wolves Beat Crusaders, Remain Undefeated
BELMONT, N.C. — The Newberry Wolves (ranked No. 9 in the nation by The Open Mat) kept their undefeated 2020-21 season alive Wednesday night with a 27-15 win over Belmont Abbey in South Atlantic Conference Carolinas action. The dual started at 125 pounds, where Zach Shupp picked up a fall over Brandon Crowder in 5:28, giving the Wolves a 6-0 lead. Austin Neal followed that up with a 9-1 major decision win at 133 pounds, making it a 10-0 lead for the Wolves. In the 141-pound match, Isiah Royal (ranked No. 1 in the nation by the National Wrestling Coaches Association) picked up his third major decision win of the season, this one being a 14-3 win to stretch the lead to 14-0. … rest of story at https://newberrywolves.com/news/2021/1/27/wrestling-wolves-beat-crusaders-remain-undefeated.aspx?mc_cid=bf1f14c6db&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
AND Royal Named South Atlantic Conference Carolinas Wrestler of the Week
GREENEVILLE, S.C. — Newberry Wolves wrestler Isiah Royal has been named the South Atlantic Conference Carolinas Athlete of the Week, it was announced by the conference Wednesday afternoon. This is his first weekly honor of the season, and the third South Atlantic Conference Carolinas weekly award of his career. Royal, who is ranked No. 1 in the nation by the National Wrestling Coaches Association, was 2-0 last week, picking up a win via fall over Liberty’s John Stuart … restof the story at https://newberrywolves.com/news/2021/1/27/wrestling-royal-named-south-atlantic-conference-carolinas-athlete-of-the-week.aspx?mc_cid=bf1f14c6db&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
4 } – Wolves Open Home Schedule with 50-4 Win Over Queens
NEWBERRY, S.C. — The Newberry Wolves maintained their perfect record on the 2020-21 season Tuesday night, taking down the Queens Royals 50-4 inside Eleazer Arena. Newberry won nine of the 10 matches on the night, including three wins via forfeit. The dual started at 125 pounds, where Zach Shupp picked up a first period fall, needing just 2:02 to pin his opponent, giving the Wolves a 6-0 lead. The Royals would forfeit the next three matches, giving Newberry a 24-0 lead heading into the 157-pound match, were Devan Moore recorded a win via tech fall, racking up four takedowns en route to a 20-5 tech fall win, with the match lasting 5:14. That win boosted the Newberry lead to 29-0. … rest of story at https://newberrywolves.com/news/2021/2/2/wrestling-wolves-open-home-schedule-with-50-4-win-over-queens.aspx?mc_cid=e1d5a94c45&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
5 } – Campbell Wrestling wins third straight SoCon dual title
CHATTANOOGA, TENN. – Campbell claimed its third straight Southern Conference Dual Championship, finishing its second consecutive undefeated conference season with wins over Chattanooga and Bellarmine Friday afternoon. Extending its SoCon dual win streak to 16, Campbell (8-1, 7-0 SoCon) topped Bellarmine (1-8, 1-6 SoCon) 47-3 to open the day, then defeated host Chattanooga (7-4, 5-2 SoCon) 17-15 at McKenzie Arena. … rest of story at https://gocamels.com/news/2021/2/5/wrestling-wins-third-straight-socon-dual-title.aspx?mc_cid=7fbcdf9574&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
AND SoCon again names Hopkins Wrestler of the Week
BUIES CREEK, N.C. – For the second time this season, Campbell’s Caleb Hopkins has been named Southern Conference Wrestler of the Week. Hopkins posted another 2-0 week for the Camels, recording a win over a ranked SoCon foe, as well as a pin as Campbell finished the conference dual season undefeated for the second straight year. The Palmer, Alaska native … rest of story at https://gocamels.com/news/2021/2/10/wrestling-socon-again-names-hopkins-wrestler-of-the-week.aspx?mc_cid=5e3b2f2de3&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
6 } – Murphy named SoCon Wrestler of the Week
BUIES CREEK, N.C. – After another 2-0 week, including a win over a ranked opponent, Campbell’s Austin Murphy has been named Southern Conference Wrestler of the Week. Murphy picked up a crucial 5-4 decision over 14th-ranked Thomas Flitz from Appalachian State at 174 pounds, with the upset sparking the Camels to a win over … rest of story at https://gocamels.com/news/2021/1/27/wrestling-murphy-named-socon-wrestler-of-the-week.aspx?mc_cid=bf1f14c6db&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
AND Barton named SoCon Wrestler of the Week
BUIES CREEK, N.C. – After going 2-0 to open the 2020-21 season, including a win over a ranked opponent, Campbell’s Benjamin Barton has been named the Southern Conference’s wrestler of the week. Barton picked up Campbell’s first team points of the day at No. 8 Viginia Tech, taking a 7-4 decision over No. 25 Connor … rest of the story at https://gocamels.com/news/2021/1/6/wrestling-barton-named-socon-wrestler-of-the-week.aspx?mc_cid=4295bf0eb8&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
7 } – Bearcats defeat King and Emmanuel at the King quad meet
BRISTOL, Tenn. – The Lander wrestling team won 2-of-3 matches at King University, as the Bearcats took down the host King and Emmanuel. The Bearcats were defeated by Averett 23-13 in the first match before taking down King 27-18 and Emmanuel 31-18. Lander moves to 3-1 on the season along with now owning a 3-0 record in the SACC. The Bearcats started the night with a tough loss to Averett. Down 5-0, sophomore Elijah Gray won by major decision to get Lander within one. Averett would take the next two matches to go up 11-4 before senior Jauquin Olivas earned a win by decision to break up the Cougars point spree. Lander would not be able to make up much more ground, with the Cougars moving ahead 23-7 before sophomore Darius Parker and redshirt sophomore Cameron Coffman took back-to-back decisions to close out the bout. The second match of the night for the Bearcats was against King. Things started promising as sophomore Austin Ross pinned his opponent to give the Blue and Gold an early 6-0 lead. Ross now has two pinfalls on the season. … rest of story at https://lander.prestosports.com/sports/wrest/2020-21/releases/20210127x6bu99?mc_cid=bf1f14c6db&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
8 } – NO. 14 UNC EARNS 23-12 WIN OVER NO. 15 PITTSBURGH
PITTSBURGH – No. 14 North Carolina defeated No. 15 Pittsburgh, 23-12, Friday night in Fitzgerald Field House. Top-ranked Austin O’Connor won via pin at 149 pounds, while senior Josh McClure posted a tech fall win at 157 pounds to help highlight Carolina’s night. Pittsburgh started with a win at 125 pounds, with Colton Camacho posting two points against Wil Guida in the third period courtesy of an escape and a stall call, putting the Panthers on the board first, 3-0 in the team score.
Pitt’s No. 4 Mickey Phillippi posted a 4-1 decision over Carolina’s Joe Heilmann at 133 pounds before UNC’s No. 11 Zach Sherman put the Tar Heels on the board for the first time. … rest of story at https://wordpress.com/post/takedownreport.wordpress.com/16460
AND Hokies wrestling at North Carolina postponed
CHAPEL HILL, N.C. – Virginia Tech’s wrestling match at North Carolina on January 15 has been postponed because of COVID-related protocols within North Carolina’s team. The teams will work to reschedule at a later date. … rest of story at https://hokiesports.com/news/2021/1/14/hokies-wrestling-at-north-carolina-postponed.aspx?mc_cid=985ebae38c&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
9} – App State Wrestling Uses Sweep to Finish 7-1 in SoCon
LEXINGTON, Va. — App State wrapped up another strong regular season with a sweep of VMI and The Citadel on Friday.
The Mountaineers posted a 33-12 victory against the host Keydets before winning 41-3 against the Bulldogs. With a 44-5 league record since the start of the 2014-15 season — the fifth-best mark in Division I wrestling during that time — App State has either gone undefeated or lost just one Southern Conference match in seven straight seasons. The Mountaineers closed the 2020-21 regular season at 7-2 overall and 7-1 in SoCon duals. App State claimed the first seven matches against VMI and totaled seven wins with bonus points to go along with Cody Bond’s comeback victory via a 10-9 decision at 157 pounds. Mason Fiscella’s pin at 197 pounds gave App State a 41-0 lead against The Citadel in a win highlighted by victories against ranked opponents from No. 19 Jonathan Millner (13-1 major decision against No. 27 Selwyn Porter at 149 pounds) and Julian Gorring (8-3 decision against No. 33 Kyle Kretzer at 184 pounds). Millner and Porter both took 10-1 records into their showdown. … rest of story at https://appstatesports.com/news/2021/2/5/wrestling-uses-sweep-to-finish-7-1-in-socon.aspx?mc_cid=7fbcdf9574&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
10 } – NC State’s Lewis, VT’s Latona Named ACC Wrestlers of the Week
GREENSBORO, N.C. (theACC.com) – A pair of redshirt freshmen – NC State’s Hunter Lewis and Virginia Tech’s Sam Latona – have been named the Atlantic Coast Conference’s Co-Wrestlers of the Week for Jan. 12. Wrestling at 149 pounds against a pair of Appalachian State wrestlers, Lewis scored a first-period pin just 1:29 into his match versus 10th-ranked Jonathan Millner. It was the second win of the day, as he also pinned Francis Morrissey in a time of just 1:42 to win both of his matches in the round robin against the Mountaineers a day after the dual between the two schools. Lewis is now 3-0 on the season, with all three wins coming via pins. The Stoughton, Wisconsin, native red-shirted last season and was unable to compete in open tournaments due to a knee injury. The 125-pound Latona was the only Hokie wrestler to post a 3-0 individual mark on Sunday as eighth-ranked Virginia Tech defeated Ohio (39-6), Kent State (42-9) and host West Virginia (24-10) in quad meet action push its team record for the season to 4-0. … rest of story at https://theacc.com/news/2021/1/11/athlete-awards-nc-states-lewis-vts-latona-named-acc-wrestlers-of-the-week.aspx?mc_cid=7d0bae3ce9&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
AND Top 10 battle against Hokies await the Wolfpack – NCS76
NC State is coming off a resounding victory over rival North Carolina and the Wolfpack is ranked third in the nation in the most recent NWCA Division I Wrestling Coaches Poll. Host Brian Reinhardt goes one-on-one with the great one, Pat Popolizio. Another big weekend of action coming up as the Pack will face eighth-ranked Virginia Tech on Friday night. … rest of story at https://www.mattalkonline.com/podcast/pack-mentality/top-10-battle-against-hokies-await-the-wolfpack-ncs76/?mc_cid=e1d5a94c45&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
11 } – Bearcats use six pins to dominate Allen
GREENWOOD – The Lander wrestling team wasted no time getting back to its winning ways as the Bearcats trampled Allen University 53-0 at Finis Horne Arena Thursday evening. Lander is now 4-2 overall and has equaled its win total from last season. The Bearcats saw six pinfalls on the nights, with four straight to end the contest. The first of those pins came from freshman Kaiden Fisher, who earned his first dual meet win at Lander. Sophomore Elijah Gray took the second pinfall of the night. He is 5-1 at the 133-weight class so far this season. Sophomore Ezekiel Marquez obliterated his opponent, earning A 20-2 technical fall to make it 17-0 Lander. Freshman Toby Foster earned his first victory as a Bearcat with a 16-2 major decision at the 149-weight class. … rest of story at https://lander.prestosports.com/sports/wrest/2020-21/releases/20210204xe5z1y?mc_cid=fca48e06b8&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
AND Bond takes SACC Wrestler of the Week
GREENWOOD – After an impressive showing this past week, redshirt sophomore Jack Bond of the Lander wrestling team has been named the SACC Wrestler of the Week, as announced by the conference office on Wednesday. The Bearcats have taken the award in back-to-back weeks, with sophomore Darius Parker earning the nod last week. Going 2-0 in his last two outings, Bond won by pinfall against Allen while coming away with a 17-1 technical fall against Mount Olive. Bond is also currently ranked 10th nationally at the 174-weight class in the most recent NWCA Div. II poll. … rest of story at https://lander.prestosports.com/sports/wrest/2020-21/releases/20210210g67ekv?mc_cid=5e3b2f2de3&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
12 } – ‘I’m not going to give up on this dream’: Female wrestlers making history at Greensboro College
GREENSBORO, N.C. — When you go to a wrestling meet, you expect to see some takedowns, reversals and maybe even a few pins. That’s no different for Greensboro College, except this year, they’re changing what the world of wrestling looks like. “I saw an opportunity to seek history, and we took it,” said Head Coach Kevin Birmingham. Looking at his team, you may notice two athletes on the mat who stick out from the rest. “I’ve been the only girl since middle school, going into high school,” freshman wrestler Ariana Wolkerstorfer remembered. Ariana is no stranger to being a woman in a man’s world. “In middle school, people like bullied me,” she mentioned. “I’ve had a few people forfeit matches because they didn’t want to wrestle me.” From a young age, she knew she could break boundaries. “A lot of people thought I would quit within the first few weeks,” she said. “And then I stayed in.” For Lexie Chase, her journey to the mats has looks a little different. “I’ve never in my life wrestled. I’ve never even seen a wrestling match until like last summer,” she laughed. Always a soccer player, Lexie decided to jump in with Ariana and join the first women’s wrestling program in North Carolina. “I tried to recruit as many as my teammates as I could. And no one wanted to do it,” she mentioned. “So I said, ‘well, I’m not going to give up on this dream.’” … rest of story at https://myfox8.com/news/female-wrestlers-making-history-at-greensboro-college/?mc_cid=82bfd879a8&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
NAIA Division News (2021) – # 1
TDR Editor’s Notes ; We have been delinquent in sharing news and stories from the other four year college programs in the NAIA. The interest in wrestling and growth of the number of programs has tripled in the NAIA in the ast 15 years. This growth looks to continue as these schools see wrestling as a low cost positive enrollment driver for these smaller schools across the country. E-mail us at the Editor’s office at martinkfleming@gmail.com
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1 } – Providence, MSU-Northern wrestling teams face challenges, opportunities
Normally at this time of year, Montana’s two men’s college wrestling programs would already be a month into their season with dozens of matches under their belts. But due to COVID-19, competition won’t begin until later this month. The University of Providence, which has instituted remote learning for the entire semester, won’t have athletes back on campus until Dec. 7 and won’t start practice until Dec. 10. The Argos won’t scrimmage until Jan. 4 and won’t compete until Jan. 6. Practice will look a lot different when the team does return to the mats. “We are going to be splitting our team up a little bit to minimize the amount of individuals within the practice. We’re very fortunate to have a very large facility,” said UP second-year head coach Steve Komac. “So even though there’s no way to make wrestling a socially distanced sport, as far as the numbers of kids working out and the amount of people getting together at any certain time, we certainly do have a lot of control over that kind of stuff.” … rest of story at https://www.montanasports.com/frontier-conference/providence-msu-northern-wrestling-teams-face-challenges-opportunities?mc_cid=29548697b5&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
2 } – 2020-2021 NAIA Wrestling Coaches’ Top 20 Poll – No. 3
KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Grand View University (Iowa) claimed the No. 1 spot in the third poll of the 2020-21 season. Joining the Vikings in this week’s top five was Life (Ga.), Lindsey Wilson (Ky.), Reinhardt (Ga.) and Indiana Tech.
Poll Methodology
- The poll was voted upon by a panel of head coaches representing each of the eight conferences.
- Two days prior to the national poll, each qualifying group rater submits the top six individuals from each weight class in his conference into the system. Only wrestlers listed on a conference ballot are considered for the national ballot.
- The top 20 individuals in each weight class is based on how each voter ranks the best individuals. An individual receives 20 points for each first place vote, 19 for second place and so on through the list. This same point system is used to determine the team ranking. … rest of story at https://www.naia.org/sports/mwrest/2020-21/Releases/MWrest-Poll3?mc_cid=4a4f0e7778&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
3 } – Five NAIA hammers you need to know about
The NAIA has been men’s college wrestling’s fastest-growing division in recent years, and the quantity growth has been mirrored by the increasing level of quality. Though several of the level’s top performers graduated, including four-time national champion Evan Hansen of Grand View and three-timer Lucas Lovvorn of Baker, four national champions — Montana State-Northern’s Nick Kunz (125), Doane’s Baterdene Boldmaa (141), Graceland’s Brennan Swafford (165) and Lindsey Wilson’s Brandon Reed (285) — return, along with a cast of others worth keeping an eye on.
Here are five NAIA wrestlers to watch: … rest of story at https://www.trackwrestling.com/PortalPost.jsp?TIM=1605588488541&twSessionId=lvczilzrpe&postId=877011135&mc_cid=7e05e44971&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
4 } – COLLEGE WRESTLING: E&H anxious for first wrestling season in school history
EMORY, Va. – One year ago, Emory & Henry football assistant Pete Hansen received a life-changing offer. “I heard a rumor that Emory was going to start a wrestling program,” said Hansen, who excelled at the sport in high school and college. After talking with his wife over the Christmas break, the 38-year-old Utah native originally decided not to apply for the job. Flash forward a few weeks later. Hansen was in the school cafeteria when he was approached by a couple of E&H students. … rest of story at https://heraldcourier.com/sports/watch-now-college-wrestling-e-h-anxious-for-first-wrestling-season-in-school-history/article_40e3a5be-5099-11eb-8b2e-870da088867d.html?mc_cid=4a4f0e7778&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
5 } – Morningside wrestling has big expectations for 2020-2021 season
NAIA college wrestling is a month away for the Morningside Mustangs, a group fresh off sending five grapplers to nationals last year, and are looking for more in 2021. On top of the five that made it to nationals, the Mustangs also had a pair of GPAC champions: returning senior Jonah Egli and the now-graduated Jacob Wiley. As a whole though, they didn’t finish quite where they wanted to. The team was third in the GPAC standings and fourth in the GPAC Conference Championship Tournament. But with three national-qualifying retuners on the squad, the team has big expectations for the 2020-2021 season. … rest of story at https://www.siouxlandproud.com/sports/morningside-wrestling-has-big-expectations-for-2020-2021-season/?mc_cid=c33f4da146&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
6 } – Brandon Reed is among the best heavyweights in the nation to keep an eye on this season
Brandon Reed got a late start in wrestling but he found his way to Lindsey Wilson College — an NAIA program in Columbia, Kentucky. He is already a two-time national champion but he wants more during his senior campaign. … rest of story at https://www.trackwrestling.com/PortalPlayer.jsp?TIM=1611033081025&twSessionId=wdilhucopl&videoId=975414135&mc_cid=ad63827ef7&mc_eid=%5B2ef7cbca4b%5D
7 } – VIZCARRONDO NAMED AMC WRESTLER OF THE WEEK
ST. LOUIS, Mo. – Isaiah Vizcarrondo has been named the American Midwest Conference Wrestler of the Week, as announced by the league office on Monday.
Isaiah Vizcarrondo, Williams Baptist (Ark.)
133-pound | Fr. | Philadelphia, Pa.
Defeated Jack Hale of Lincoln (Ill.), by tech fall (19-2).
With the bout win, Vizcarrondo helped the Eagles to a dual win over Lincoln, 42-6 … rest of story at http://www.wbueagles.com/article/1712.php?mc_cid=ad63827ef7&mc_eid=%5B2ef7cbca4b%5D
8 } – LEE COLLECTS NAIA NATIONAL WRESTLER OF THE WEEK HONORS
Kansas City, MO – The National Association of Collegiate Athletics (NAIA) released their week three men’s wrestler of the week today, January 20. Ben Lee (SO/Cambridge, IA) represents Grand View with this honor and is the third-consecutive Viking to garner national recognition this season. This past week, Lee also earned Heart of America Athletic Conference Wrestler of the Week. He defeated two top-ranked opponents to help win two out of three duals competed in last week. The Viking defeated the No. 13 ranked Hayden Wempen of Missouri Valley by fall of 5:00 and No. 3 ranked Drew Sams of Graceland by decision 5-1. … rest of story at http://www.gvvikings.com/article/6880?mc_cid=36a2e0aa41&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
9} – 2020-2021 NAIA Wrestling Coaches’ Top 20 Poll – No. 4
KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Grand View University (Iowa) claimed the No. 1 spot in the fourth edition of the 2020-21 NAIA Wrestling Coaches’ Top 20 . Joining the Life (Ga.), Lindsey Wilson (Ky.), Reinhardt (Ga.) and Indiana Tech.
Poll MethodologyThe poll was voted upon by a panel of head coaches representing each of the eight conferences.
Two days prior to the national poll, each qualifying group rater submits the top six individuals from each weight class in his conference into the system. Only wrestlers listed on a conference ballot are considered for the national ballot. … rest of story at https://www.naia.org/sports/mwrest/2020-21/Releases/MWrest-Poll4?mc_cid=5a9932a916&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
10 } – Avila Welcomes Graham Karwath as Head Wrestling Coach
KANSAS CITY, Mo. – The Avila University Department of Athletics is thrilled to introduce Graham Karwath as the first head coach of the department’s newly-unveiled men’s and women’s wrestling teams, which will begin competition in the 2021-22 school year. “I am really excited to welcome Graham to the Avila Athletics family,” said Avila University Director of Athletics Shawn Summe. “Graham had reached out to me prior to us even announcing that we were starting wrestling with the thought that Avila would be a great place to start a wrestling program, and he exudes eagerness and a passion for the sport of wrestling.” Avila unveiled its plans to add both men’s and women’s wrestling, along with both men’s and women’s bowling, to its roster of varsity sports last month, which will raise the school’s total up to 16 varsity sports. … rest of story at https://www.avilaathletics.com/article/2500?mc_cid=4ec9be6c16&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
11 } – Pham, Diaz recognized by SAC
Wayland Baptist’s Nina Pham and Jesse Diaz have been named Wrestlers of the Week by the Sooner Athletic Conference following their performances at a dual at Texas Wesleyan. Pham, the NAIA’s top-ranked wrestler at 101 pounds, pinned seventh-ranked Madison Brown just two minutes into their match at 109. The win kept Pham undefeated this season at 7-0 for the top-ranked Pioneers. A senior from San Jose, Calif., Pham was the runner-up at 101 at the NAIA Invitational two years ago. … rest of story at https://wbuathletics.com/news/2021/1/25/-rv-mens-wrestling-pham-diaz-recognized-by-sac.aspx?mc_cid=4ec9be6c16&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
12 } – Aaron Meister is the master of wrestling at Friends University
Aaron Meister was hired as the men’s and women’s coach at the newly formed Friends University wrestling program. Meister is all about building an all-inclusive team. … rest of story at https://www.trackwrestling.com/PortalPlayer.jsp?TIM=1609991250056&twSessionId=ddygjjyzzh&videoId=931892135&mc_cid=4295bf0eb8&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
Women’s Wrestling News (2021) – # 4
TDR Editor’s Notes ; Women’s wrestling continues to grow across the country in spite of these pandemic times. Over half of the states have sanctioned women’s wrestling as a sport and several other states with strong history of wrestling for males are looking and considering adding this sporting opprtunity.
E-mail us at the Editor’s office at martinkfleming@gmail.com
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1 } – Palumbo picks Iowa Wesleyan
MOUNT PLEASANT — The Iowa Wesleyan University women’s wrestling team won’t hit the mat for another three weeks, but already the Tigers have made a huge splash on the college women’s wrestling scene. Iowa Wesleyan head coach Shawn Contos on Wednesday landed the No. 2-ranked high school girls wrestler in America at 112 pounds in Mia Palumbo, a senior at Richards High School in Oak Lawn, Illinois. She is a two-time Fargo national champion who was the first girl to win a match at the Illinois high school state tournament. Next year, she hopes to be the first Iowa Wesleyan University women’s wrestler to win a national championship. “I am really excited. I think the coaching staff over there is just amazing,” … rest of story at https://www.thehawkeye.com/story/sports/2021/01/16/womens-college-wrestling-tigers-land-nations-top-recruit/4171102001/?mc_cid=80454f9eb5&mc_eid=%5B2ef7cbca4b%5D
2 } – ‘I love being a part of history’: NJ’s first women’s college wrestling team hits the mat
Sandra Guerrero has done this before.
Countless times over the past 11 years, the college freshman from West Orange has made her way to the wrestling mat to spar with her teammates. She’s done it from the recreational level through high school. She’s honed her craft so well that last year she was crowned a state and regional champion, posting a perfect 22-0 record with 21 pins on her way to becoming her program’s first state champ.
But hitting the mat in 2021 will feel different for the talented wrestler.
This year, Guerrero will suit up in green and gold, representing New Jersey City University alongside a budding group of women from New Jersey, New York and Maryland. Together, the team is raising the glass ceiling for female wrestling in New Jersey: They make up the first college women’s wrestling program in the state, and just weeks away from their first competition. … rest of story at https://www.northjersey.com/story/sports/college/wrestling/2021/01/14/new-jersey-city-university-nj-first-womens-wrestling-team/3865230001/?mc_cid=80454f9eb5&mc_eid=%5B2ef7cbca4b%5D
3 } – KELLY LA COST NAMED KCAC WOMEN’S WRESTLER OF THE WEEK
WICHITA, Kan.— Kelly La Cost (FR/Rancho Santa Margarita, Calif.) of the University of Jamestown has been named the KCAC Women’s Wrestler of the Week, the conference office announced Monday. La Cost was selected for her performance during Jan. 11-17 by a vote of conference Sports Information Directors.Kelly La Cost – #13 University of Jamestown191 lbs. | Fr. | Santa Margarita, Calif. … rest of story at https://www.jimmiepride.com/article/5756?mc_cid=ad63827ef7&mc_eid=%5B2ef7cbca4b%5D
4 } – NO. 2 MCKENDREE WOMEN BEAT NO. 3 EMMANUEL, NO. 4 KING AND NO. 7 COLORADO MESA IN QUAD-MEET AT KING
(BRISTOL, Tenn. – Jan. 17) – The No. 2 McKendree University women’s wrestling team competed in their first quad dual of the season Sunday. Sam Schmitz’s team took all three matches of the afternoon over top-ranked opponents, No.7 Colorado Mesa, No.3 Emmanuel, and No.4 King University. McKendree’s first competition of the afternoon was No.7 Colorado Mesa, where the Bearcats handed the Mavericks their first loss of the season. For many of the Bearcats, this was their first collegiate competition of the season, including winning over nationally ranked opponents. The Bearcats took the first three weight classes, and would come back with four-consecutive victories by tech/ fall, and the final weight class to secure the win. … rest of story at https://www.teamusa.org/USA-Wrestling/Features/2021/January/17/McKendree-wins-three-duals-at-King-quad?mc_cid=c35ed28379&mc_eid=%5B2ef7cbca4b%5D
5 } – STEPHENS WINS FIRST CAREER MSC WRESTLER OF THE WEEK AWARD
Bowling Green, KY – After winning her first career tournament title, Jaine Stephens can add first career Mid-South Conference Wrestler of the Week winner to her resume, as announced by conference officials on Monday. Fifth ranked Stephens went 4-0 at the York College Open in the 109-weight class. The sophomore entered the tournament with one fall on the season and an overall record of 4-2. After the competition on Saturday, Stephens added four fall victories, three of which came against ranked opponents.
In her first match, Stephens faced 16th ranked Kassidy Leiszler from Baker University. The match ended up being Stephens’ longest time on the mats after she pinned Leiszler at 2:46. The Williamsburg, KY native then had to line up across fourth ranked Emma Cochran from Grand View. The match was deadlocked at 2-2 until Stephens put Cochran on her back and earned the fall at 2:16. … rest of story at https://cumberlandspatriots.com/news/2021/1/18/womens-wrestling-stephens-wins-first-career-msc-wrestler-of-the-week-award.aspx?mc_cid=ad63827ef7&mc_eid=%5B2ef7cbca4b%5D
6 } – Union City’s AJ Iobe becomes first female head coach in program history
UNION CITY, MI. — Not long after Angelica (AJ) Iobe learned to walk, she started to wrestle. Iobe took to the mat for the first time when she was just four years old and she has been blazing trails and shattering norms ever since. This year Iobe will blaze another trail, not just for her alma mater of Union City Community Schools, but for the entirety of the Big 8 as well, becoming the first female head wrestling coach at any level when she takes over the Union City Middle School wrestling team for the 2021 season.
“It feels normal honestly,” Iobe said when asked how it felt to be the first female coach in school and conference history. “I helped coach last year but knowing that I am the first female coach in the Big 8 feels great. I’m hoping it brings more girls to the sport. I grew up in this program and after graduation my two younger brothers have come into the program … rest of story at https://www.thedailyreporter.com/story/sports/2021/01/18/breaking-down-barriers-union-citys-aj-iobe-becomes-first-female-coach-in-program-history/115327152/
7 } – TOM’s College Wrestler of the Week – January 18th, 2021
Sunday saw four of the top NCAA women’s wrestling programs collide as #2 McKendree, #3 Emmanuel, #4 King, and #7 Colorado Mesa all did battle at the Tornado Duals. The standout for the host King Tornado was their 101 lber, Jaclyn McNichols. Entering the weekend, McNichols held a national ranking of number four. She earned that ranking with a fourth-place finish at the 2020 WCWC National Championships and was victorious in her only previous dual of the season. As a freshman, McNichols was eighth at the WCWA Tournament. Jacyln got her day started with a hard-fought 3-2 decision over Emmanuel’s Angelina Gomez. The second-ranked Gomez was a WCWA runner-up in 2019. In the second bout of the day, McNichols prevailed 5-2 over third-ranked Jennesis Martinez. Last season, Martinez defeated McNichols 2-1 for third place at the WCWC’s. McNichols saved her best for last as she upset the defending national champion and top-ranked Pauline Granados of McKendree, 4-1. Remarkably, McNichols downed the three wrestlers ahead of her in the rankings over the course of a day! … rest of story at https://news.theopenmat.com/womens-wrestling/toms-college-wrestler-of-the-week-january-18th-2021/79841?mc_cid=0d6ab523a2&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
8 } – (Indiana) MCMURRY: Is it time for the IHSAA to sanction girls wrestling?
Jared McMurry | jmcmurry@jrpress.com
The parents of Penn’s girls wrestling team were screaming, cheering and high-fiving. They were giving their kids the same pointers and words of encouragement any other parent would. And in the background legendary wrestler and current varsity coach Brad Harper was there for support of his team.
This all took place last Friday night at the Indiana Girls’ Wrestling State Finals at Hamilton Heights where there were only two differences from the boys’ state finals that will take place in February. The noticeable one was the wrestlers had to put their hair back before each match — the quality of wrestling on the mat though? Much closer to boys than you might think.
The one that many don’t realize is who was running the tournament. And hats off to Gary Myers at Hamilton Heights. He helped start this tournament five years ago and its success means one thing: It’s time for the Indiana High School Athletic Association to adopt girls wrestling as a varsity sanctioned sport. … rest of story at https://www.journalreview.com/stories/mcmurry-is-it-time-for-the-ihsaa-to-sanction-girls-wrestling,142919?mc_cid=0d6ab523a2&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
9} – Mensah-Stock downs Gray, Cox makes return in Flo event
AUSTIN, Texas — It’s an exciting time in the sport of wrestling with the high school and college seasons underway, and the Olympic Games less than 200 days away. A number of American standouts with their sights set on Olympic gold were on display during a Flo Wrestling event Saturday night in Austin, Texas. That star-studded list included five-time world champion Adeline Gray, two-time world champion J’den Cox, world champion Tamyra Mensah-Stock and two-time world medalist James Green. The card was altered after the scheduled feature bout between Olympic gold medalist Jordan Burroughs and world champion David Taylor was postponed. The 10-match card Saturday still featured its share of top-notch competition. Kudos to Flo for putting it together. … rest of story at https://intermatwrestle.com/articles/24096?mc_cid=a7ee94d0b8&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
10 } – (Indiana) Women’s Wrestling Makes History Notching Their First Victory
FORT WAYNE, Ind. – Indiana Tech women’s wrestling earns their first win in program history today with a 30-18 win over Mid-South Conference opponent Brewton-Parker.
Whitley Blake started the match for the Warriors at 101 against Gabriela Garcia. Whitley started the match strong for the Warriors with a hard fought 3-2 decision win to give Tech three points while Garcia earned one for the Barons. At 109, Tehani Soares earned a tech fall win 12-2 over Alexandra Martinez to give the Warriors a 7-2 lead. Korigan Wilkey took the mat for Indiana Tech at 116 to face Shawnylle Sutton of Brewton-Parker. Just 19 seconds in there was an injury where Wilkey scored five points for the Warriors in an injury default for Tech to lead 12-2.
Alyssa Schuller wrestled up a weight class for Indiana Tech at 123 and earned a victory via pin in just 1:33 for five more points to the Warriors. Korissa VanOver also wrestled up a weight class to 130 where she faced Geneva Winston. Winston took advantage of the weight difference and scored five points for the Barons with a win via fall in 1:41. At 136, Charmayne DeLong also wrestled up to take on Paige Kalish. DeLong held her own and besides giving up two takedowns, controlled the match to win via decision 7-4 and get three points for Tech. Indiana Tech now led Brewton-Parker 20-8. … rest of story at https://indianatechwarriors.com/news/2021/1/23/womens-wrestling-makes-history-notching-their-first-victory.aspx?fbclid=IwAR3XEo8ZEAeOnUPMc3ZtLsuMG2WGBRHm8B9ibGYCdZmfANqBpOuwRXK3D4w
11 } – CAPTAINS CONFIRMED FOR WOMEN’S FREESTYLE CAPTAINS’ CUP
By Taylor Miller, USA Wrestling | Jan. 20, 2021
All six captains have confirmed their participation for the Captains’ Cup presented by Titan Mercury Wrestling Club, which will be held Feb. 13-14 on FloWrestling. Captains for the event are Sarah Hildebrandt, Jacarra Winchester, Jenna Burkert, Kayla Miracle, Tamyra Mensah-Stock and Victoria Francis.
Athletes that qualified the USA for the Tokyo Olympics either through a medal-performance at the 2019 World Championships or a finalist finish at the 2020 Pan American Olympic Qualifier were given the first priority to become captains. The next group to be offered were other World Team members that didn’t meet the above criteria. With 2016 Olympic champion Helen Maroulis and five-time World champion Adeline Gray out, Burkert and Francis were selected as captains at 57 kg and 76 kg, respectively. … rest of story at https://www.teamusa.org/USA-Wrestling/Features/2021/January/20/Captains-confirmed-for-Captains-Cup?mc_cid=36a2e0aa41&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
12 } – THIS WEEK’S WOMEN’S COLLEGE SCHEDULE, LISTED BY DAY, WITH NATIONAL RANKINGS NOTED
It will be a busy weekend for women’s college programs, as teams from the NCAA and NAIA are active in a variety of tournaments and dual meet events. One of the interesting things about the women’s college schedule this year is that there are numerous dual meets during the week, where the men’s college programs mostly compete on weekends. Most of the dual meets this week are during the work week, with only a few weekend bouts.Another aspect of the women’s schedule is the inclusion of tournaments. On the men’s side, almost all of the events are dual meets, tri-meets or quad-meets.
There are two tournaments this weekend, the Robert Horton Memorial Open at Emmanuel, as well as the Adrian’s Women’s Invitational at Adrian. There will be numerous ranked athletes and teams at these big events. The No. 1 NAIA school is in action this week, as Wayland Baptist travels to No. 12 Texas Wesleyan tonight for the battle of Texas. … rest of story at https://www.teamusa.org/USA-Wrestling/Features/2021/January/20/This-weeks-womens-college-schedule?mc_cid=36a2e0aa41&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
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