High School News (2021) – # 3
TDR Editor’s Notes ; Scholastic wrestling is active from coast to coast as can be read in the following articles. Some of the news is of postponement of competition while other news is of competition and plans for events. In the full stories that can be read often pictures and videos are included along with links to more wrestling news stories. E-mail us at the Editor’s office at martinkfleming@gmail.com
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1 } – Wrestling In The Time Of COVID-19 – The Complete Coach’s Handbook
Not only will following these guidelines help to keep you and your athletes safe, it’ll keep you covered from a liability standpoint. Of course, good coaches go beyond ticking boxes. Putting athlete welfare at the forefront of your season doesn’t mean you have to sacrifice development. Successful wrestling in the time of COVID might be a bit of a balancing act. But when done correctly, you’ll inspire the type of buy-in from athletes (and their parents) that translates to an aggressive, technical, and committed program.
That being said, here are 7 key steps you can take today – pulled straight from “Wrestling In The Time Of COVID-19 – The Complete Coach’s Handbook” – to get started down the right path.
The complete Handbook can be downloaded at this site … rest of story at https://www.attackstylewrestling.com/wrestling-in-time-of-covid-19/?mc_cid=c19dc39a02&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
2 } – Southern ARIZONA Wrestling Preview: Sunnyside moved to D-I; 14 individual champions return
The winter season is slated to start on January 18 and the regular season ending on March 5. All AIA sport modifications are required and are not up to each high school to decide. For wrestling, there will be no invitationals or regional tournaments. Teams cannot leave the state to compete in tournaments. In addition, fans will not be allowed at meets until metrics are determined.
Salpointe and Catalina Foothills have opted out of wrestling this year.
LINK: COMPLETE WINTER MODIFICATIONS
Sunnyside brought home its 33rd state title last year by putting up 277.5 points which is the third most in Arizona history. The Blue Devils hold six of the top eight scoring totals including the state record of 282 scored in 2000. The Blue Devils held off Mountain View 277.5 to 176 to capture the Division II championship held in Prescott Valley. … rest of story at http://allsportstucson.com/2020/12/30/southern-arizona-wrestling-preview-sunnyside-moved-to-d-i-14-individual-champions-return/?mc_cid=e4f16a9e0e&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
3 } – (New Jersey) Wrestlers, coaches hopeful COVID doesn’t take away trips to A.C.
Most wrestlers in the state have one goal in common each winter: to reach the podium at Jim Whelan Boardwalk Hall in Atlantic City.
But that might not be possible this season.
The New Jersey State Interscholastic Athletic Association pushed back all winter sports, with wrestling practices not permitted to begin until March 1 and competition tentatively scheduled for March 16 to April 24.
Cape-Atlantic League schools can wrestle up to 15 conference-only matches. Some leagues, like the Shore Conference, have not announced scheduling specifics. For now, only dual-matches are permitted in the state. … rest of story at https://pressofatlanticcity.com/sports/high-school/wrestlers-coaches-hopeful-covid-doesnt-take-away-trips-to-a-c/article_651979aa-1dd9-5156-a6a6-a587f44e7957.amp.html?mc_cid=3c167aa54c&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
4 } – (Nebraska) 2021 AAU Winter Nationals Preview
AAU Wrestling will return to the mat this weekend in Ralston, Nebraska with 2021’s Winter Nationals. Despite the challenges the pandemic has presented in hosting a tournament of this caliber, tournament director Daniel Vacha has seen substantial early-entry numbers. As of Monday, wrestlers from 18 states, some as far as Georgia and Florida, have already registered. “I have also seen a large number of teams bringing their whole team. We have 10 teams bringing over 20 wrestlers and four teams with 40 wrestlers each”, Vacha says.
To accommodate local COVID-19 restrictions, there will be several modifications in the tournament’s format. There will be three, three and a half-hour sessions on Saturday to account for the wrestlers and their spectators. In between, each will be a 90-minute break for sanitation purposes. The tournament format will also see most of the early round concluded on Saturday with placement matches for most brackets on Sunday. In 2020, the tournament debuted its electronic tapper system. This will be used again in 2021 and is a feature that other events may look to adopt as they increase safety measures. … rest of story at https://news.theopenmat.com/aau-wrestling/2021-aau-winter-nationals-preview/79720?mc_cid=3c167aa54c&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
5 } – Wrestling’s elite – rankings the top wrestlers in ARIZONA history
The history of Arizona wrestling is unique and pretty special. We can’t match the history and depth midwestern powers of Pennsylvania, Ohio, Iowa, Minnesota, and the like, simply because of a lack of population and popularity.
With that said, Arizona can build a strong case with an Olympic champion (Henry Cejudo), an Olympic team member (Billy Rosado) who missed out because of the 1980 boycott, UFC Champions (Cain Velazquez, Justin Gaethje (interim), Cejudo), national high school champions (numerous including Roman Bravo-Young), a triple-crown winner (Danny Vega), NCAA National champions (Anthony Robles, Eric Larkin, Eddie Urbano, etc.), Outstanding wrestler awards at NCAA tournament (Robles), a Hodge Trophy winner (Larkin) as the NCAA wrestler of the Year, members of Arizona State’s 1988 national championship team (Thom Ortiz, Jim Gressly, Chip Parks) and have a motion picture made about their life (Robles – Unstoppable – there is no release date). … rest of story at https://arizonavarsity.rivals.com/news/wrestling-s-elite-rankings-the-top-wrestlers-in-arizona-history?mc_cid=b46d50bbf8&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
6 } – (California) Dominic Mendez, Righetti’s standout wrestler, grapples with distance training and distance learning
Righetti sophomore wrestler Dominic Mendez’s goal before the 2019-20 season started was to place in the top eight at the 2020 CIF State Tournament. He did just that, finishing fourth at 108 pounds in the state tournament at Mechanics Bank Arena in Bakersfield. “I placed fourth, so that was good,” Mendez said by phone. The Righetti sophomore was the Mountain League champion at 108 pounds. Mendez won at the CIT meet at Morro Bay early in the year. The Morro Bay meet regularly draws some of the top wrestlers in the state. Mendez finished seventh at 108 pounds at the Doc Buchanan Invitational in Clovis, an even more prestigious meet, later in the season. Participation in the Doc Buchanan meet is by invitation only.
“That’s a tough meet,” said Mendez. “A lot of the top kids, from California and out of state, wrestle there.” Mendez said, “About two weeks before the Doc Buchanan meet I started training harder because that’s when the tougher meets started.” … rest of story at https://lompocrecord.com/b/dominic-mendez-righettis-standout-wrestler-grapples-with-distance-training-and-distance-learning/article_1851a276-9932-522c-996e-190f5cc2d5e6.html?mc_cid=6915204714&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
7 } – (Illinois) #190 Mike Bukovsky – Led Montini to 8 Team State Championships
ABOUT THIS EPISODE
Mike Bukovsky created the Montini Wrestling Dynasty. He led the Broncos to 8 Illinois team state titles, a 397-35 record and coached 3 different 4x state champions. A ridiculous resume to say the least. Today, Coach Bu leads the Montini Football program.
In this episode we talk about
- -Creating the dynasty
- -His green notebook
- -The 2007 showdown with the mighty Carl Sandburg
- -Montini’s first state title
- -Mikey Superman Benefiel and his match with Jordan Blanton … rest of story at https://wrestlingchangedmylife.com/coachbu/?mc_cid=3c167aa54c&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
8 } – The Men Behind Western IOWA Wrestling
The men who started or guided high school wrestling programs in their early years in northwest Iowa made up for what they lacked in experience with fierce determination that often transferred itself to their wrestlers.
Lacking the tradition programs on the eastern side of the state had built, coaches like Kingsley-Pierson’s Rich Krosch, Maple Valley’s Dick Kingsbury and Ida Grove’s Herb Irgens went about building their programs in the 1960s through two hallmarks of wrestling: Hard work and dedication.
They were all members of the Maple Valley Conference — Holstein, Ida Grove, Kingsley-Pierson, Lawton-Bronson, Maple Valley, West Monona, Westwood and Wooodbury Central. The early years helped lay the foundation for programs that now find consistent success on the state’s biggest stage.
The facilities may not have been ideal and the days were long, but more than a half century later the coaches speak with the same fire and fondness for their programs and wrestlers. Krosch gets K-P going
Krosch started the Kingsley-Pierson wrestling program with his brother, Stan, in 1965 having wrestled in high school in Elmore, Minnesota. He would go on to work out on occasion with the wrestling team at Mankato State College before finding his way to Iowa where he was asked to lead the wrestling program because of his experience in the sport. … rest of story at https://www.thepredicament.com/2020/11/the-men-behind-western-iowa-wrestling/?mc_cid=46ecd7f19c&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
9} – (Texas) UIL postpones wrestling indefinitely
Wrestling coaches around the state are getting somewhat of a taste of how spring coaches felt almost a year ago. Around Dec. 17, the UIL sent out an email to school superintendents and wrestling coaches indefinitely delaying the season. While the spring season ended up getting canceled, wrestling will happen.
It’s just a matter of when and not if. “I just think they need some extra time as far as to develop a plan like how many teams are we going to have at each dual?” Estacado girls wrestling coach Casen DeLucia said. “Are we going to be allowed to have tournaments? If we’re not going to have tournaments, is it just going to be duals until district and so on and so forth.”
In the meantime, programs are still allowed to practice. In some ways, Matadors’ first-year coach Matthew McHugh sees the silver lining to the extra time. … rest of story at https://www.lubbockonline.com/story/sports/high-school/wrestling/2021/01/04/uil-postpones-wrestling-indefinitely/4132253001/?mc_cid=afb669e366&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
10 } – (Kansas) KSHSAA postseason wrestling changes meet with mixed reviews
The postseason for high school wrestling in Kansas will have quite a different look this year because of COVID-19 considerations. Very different, in fact. In order to avoid the large gatherings that traditionally accompany postseason wrestling regional and state tournaments, the Kansas State High School Activities Association completely revamped the format for qualifying for the state tournament as well as the state tournament itself. A fixture at the end of February for years, the road to the state tournament now begins in early February for Class 4A and below and girls’ programs, which now will be split into two Divisions (6A/5A in Division I and 4A/3A/2A/1A in Division II). Two-day regionals and state tournaments have been reduced to one-day settings with fields reduced at those tourneys by the addition of district and sub-state rounds. Naturally, the new-look format approved by the KSHSAA Executive Board was met with mixed reactions.
“I respect those that have placed time and energy into developing what they feel is the best postseason tournament format for wrestling, Shawnee Heights coach Chad Parks said. “I can’t say that I’m a fan of the format, but I will state that I’m grateful we get a postseason and we plan to make the best of it … rest of story at https://www.cjonline.com/story/sports/high-school/wrestling/2021/01/04/postseason-wrestling-changes-meet-mixed-reviews/4129059001/?mc_cid=afb669e366&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
11 } – Why is GEORGIA wrestling on our minds?
Cliff Fretwell had no intention of getting involved in wrestling. That’s not to say he wasn’t a wrestler and that he didn’t appreciate the sport, but other parts of the world caught his eye. Fretwell wanted to make his mark in Hollywood. He was getting a degree in 3D animation and design, so he wanted to put his knowledge to use as a special effects coordinator for films. Besides, the dot-com boom had just hit so everyone was eager to get something started with the latest and greatest technology.
Despite all of the online advancements and Fretwell’s expertise with computers, it was a single sheet of paper that would change the direction of his life. His oldest son, Anthony, brought home a flier for middle school wrestling. The coach of the program was among the most respected coaches in Georgia so Fretwell was intrigued by the possibility of getting his son involved. “That’s how I got back into wrestling during the early 2000s,” Fretwell said. “The more I got involved, the more I saw the divide between middle school and high school, and high school and college. There weren’t enough people involved that cared about growing wrestling in Georgia. “We had 10,000 kids wrestling in Georgia when I was wrestling, but they all sucked. It’s great they’re wrestling, but I wanted them to get better.” … rest of story at https://www.trackwrestling.com/PortalPost.jsp?TIM=1610165795337&twSessionId=wvbstjdkts&postId=940312135&mc_cid=c6c3fe425c&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
12 } – (Montana) Highly touted college football prospect Zac Crews trades in basketball jersey for wrestling singlet at Missoula Sentinel
MISSOULA — Missoula Sentinel’s Zac Crews had a full smile to flash when he won his high school wrestling debut in the team’s upset win over Missoula Big Sky in the season opener on Tuesday. It was his first competition since he broke one of his front teeth in the football state title game, which capped a season in which he proved himself as one of the top juniors in the state. He picked up full-ride offers from Montana and Montana State during the fall and said he began talking with perennial title-game participant North Dakota State and Eastern Washington. Crews is now tackling wrestling, trying to cut his teeth on the mat as he traded in his basketball jersey for a wrestling singlet. The Spartans basketball team, like the football team, is a state title favorite and includes his older brother Haiden Crews and his friends, but he turned down the lure of another state title to pursue one of his childhood loves. … rest of story at https://406mtsports.com/high-school/wrestling/highly-touted-college-football-prospect-zac-crews-trades-in-basketball-jersey-for-wrestling-singlet-at/article_e9ebf6b2-b872-5979-8ccc-ba516bb6a9ce.html?mc_cid=4a4f0e7778&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
College Wrestlers’ Honors & Individual Stories – (2021) – # 2
TDR Editor’s Notes ; Stories of individual wrestlers and their award, achievements, recognitions, challenges and human interest are included. Included as the first story is an award to aSID who supports wrestling as hecommunicates with media and fans.
E-mail us at the Editor’s office at martinkfleming@gmail.com
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1 } – Navy’s Stacie Michaud Named 2019-20 Division I Wrestling SID of the Year
Congratulations to Navy Assistant Athletic Director for Sports Information Stacie Michaud for being named the 2010-20 Division 1 Wrestling SID of the Year by the National Wrestling Media Association. Michaud is in her 23rd year at the Naval Academy.
Division I Wrestling SID of the Year
2019-20 – Stacie Michaud, United States Naval Academy
2018-19 – Brian Reinhardt, North Carolina State University
2017-18 – Leah Howard, University of Michigan
2016-17 – Chas Dorman, University of Pennsylvania … rest of story at https://navysports.com/news/2020/12/21/navys-stacie-michaud-named-2019-20-division-i-wrestling-sid-of-the-year.aspx?mc_cid=e96ed12e50&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
2 } – Family, determination and a dream: The Real Woods story
If you click pause at the split second right after redshirt sophomore Real Woods pins his opponent down, right before he springs up to pound his chest in victory, you might be able to see the tattoo on his upper back peeking out of his Cardinal singlet. It’s a W, symbolizing Woods, the family name, struck through by two linked diamond shapes, representing sacrifice. “We’re all gonna do it,” Woods said about getting the tattoo. “All the boys in the family.” For Woods, family is everything, and sacrifice is the norm. To get to Stanford, he had to give up four years with his family for a chance to wrestle against elite competition, forego carefree high school afternoons for tireless hours in the gym and leave his hometown of Albuquerque, New Mexico, for … rest of story at https://www.stanforddaily.com/2020/12/13/the-real-woods-story/?mc_cid=2646a1a5c8&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
3 } – WIN Magazine to present Hodge Trophy to Spencer Lee on Jan 5
IOWA CITY, Iowa — University of Iowa head coach Tom Brands and two-time NCAA champion Spencer Lee will host a news conference at the McCord Indoor Club Level of the Iowa Football Press Box on Tuesday at 1 p.m. (CT). Brands will address the upcoming 2021 season for the top ranked Hawkeyes, and representatives from WIN Magazine will present Lee the 2020 Hodge Trophy. Lee was named winner of the 2020 WIN Magazine/Culture House Dan Hodge Trophy, presented annually to the nation’s most dominant college wrestler, on March 31, 2020. He earned 51 of a possible 56 first-place votes and became the third Hawkeye to win the award since its inception in 1995. Mark Ironside was honored in 1998 and Brent Metcalf earned the award in 2008. Ironside and Metcalf were both NCAA champions. Lee dominated the 125-pound weight class in 2020, outscoring opponents, 234-18. He scored bonus points in 17 of 18 wins, recorded four first-period falls and nine technical falls, and averaged 5.0 team points per match.
… rest of story at https://www.win-magazine.com/2021/01/04/win-to-present-hodge-trophy-to-spencer-lee-on-jan-5/?mc_cid=ea644fcb33&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b#utm_source=feedly&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=win-to-present-hodge-trophy-to-spencer-lee-on-jan-5
4 } – Sophomore Cole Urbas stepping into leadership role for Penn wrestling
Urbas qualified for the NCAA Championships as a rookie last season
Cole Urbas has been wrestling for as long as he can remember. “When I was around five, we got a letter in the mail from the local wrestling club, and I thought it was going to be something like WWE, so I signed up,” Urbas said. When asked how it compares to WWE now that he actually knows what it is like, Urbas laughed.
“It’s way better. It’s way more beautiful,” he said. “And it’s real.”
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Despite considering wrestling just another sport among the many that he took part in when he entered high school, Urbas realized how much he truly loved wrestling as time went on. “At first, I really didn’t know how it was going to turn out for me and it was something that I did. I was a wrestler, I went to wrestling practice. I worked hard, I was someone that did the extra,” he said. “And then my sophomore year I really broke out and separated myself from the pack and people realized that I was going to be something special.” … rest of story at https://www.thedp.com/article/2020/11/penn-wrestling-cole-urbas-leadership-sophomore-ncaa-championships?mc_cid=638194e439&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
5 } – Best of Both Worlds
Despite ending his collegiate career as a Penn State wrestling legend, Nico Megaludis always knew he was destined for more. A four-time All-American, Megaludis enjoyed one of Penn State’s most successful lightweight careers. And while he could’ve relied on the achievements granted through his time as a Nittany Lion, the former 125-pounder desperately wanted to help others achieve their own personal goals.
So, when he wasn’t spending ample hours training in Rec Hall, Megaludis studied business administration and finance, before securing a career as a financial planner at Megaludis Financial.
“I like to be busy working out and training still, but I also have a passion for helping people and families with finances,” Megaludis said. “At the same time, I have also had a goal to be the best in the world with wrestling – and I’ve found that my two polar opposite passions actually complement each other. I got the best of both worlds and I’m pretty busy, but I like it that way.” After rounding out a successful collegiate tenure with a first-place finish at the 2016 NCAA Championships at Madison Square Garden, Megaludis pursued a career on the international wrestling circuit. Already having so many achievements notched on his belt, he then set out to cinch an allusive Olympic gold medal. … rest of story at https://gopsusports.com/news/2020/12/3/wrestling-best-of-both-worlds.aspx?mc_cid=29548697b5&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
6 } – Neil Schuster Recipient of the OrthoVirginia Student Achiever Award
FAIRFAX, Va. –George Mason wrestler Neil Schuster has been selected as a recipient of the George Mason OrthoVirginia Student Achiever Award, an honor that recognizes outstanding student-athletes for their efforts in the classroom and out in the community. The redshirt junior was recognized at the George Mason men’s basketball game against Towson on Wednesday. A native of Westminster, Md., he has been a leader in the team’s community service and outreach initiatives. He is a mentor at the NOVA Wrestling Club, working with young wrestlers learning the sport and helping with homework. He participates in the team’s efforts at the Patriots’ adopted school, Lanier Middle School. “Neil optimizes what it means to be a student-athlete,” said Head Coach Frank Beasley. “He works extremely hard both academically and athletically. He is a leader both within the team and in the Fairfax community. He is a shining example of what our student-athletes should strive for.” A top-tier performer on the mat and in the classroom, Schuster earned the teams’ 2019-20 Most Improved Player award, after a breakthrough season with a career-high 22 wins, … rest of story at https://gomason.com/news/2020/12/23/wrestling-neil-schuster-earns-orthova-student-achiever-award.aspx?mc_cid=0d946e15c0&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
7 } – With Five Honorees, App State Voted SoCon’s Preseason Favorite
BOONE, N.C. — With five preseason all-conference selections among the 10 weight classes, App State Wrestling has been voted the preseason favorite to win the Southern Conference.
The preseason poll and all-conference selections came from voting by the league’s nine head coaches, who were not allowed to vote for their own teams or student-athletes. The SoCon has expanded to nine teams this season with the addition of Bellarmine. Under head coach JohnMark Bentley‘s direction, in the past six seasons, App State’s 37-4 conference record ranks No. 5 nationally in all of Division I wrestling behind just Missouri, Oklahoma State, Cornell and Penn State. The Mountaineers received six of nine first-place votes in the SoCon preseason poll and totaled 61 voting points – four more than second-place Campbell (two first-place votes) and eight more than third-place Chattanooga (one first-place vote).
The App State wrestlers to receive preseason All-SoCon recognition were … rest of story at https://appstatesports.com/news/2020/12/28/wrestling-with-five-honorees-app-state-voted-socons-preseason-favorite.aspx?mc_cid=c19dc39a02&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
8 } – Riley Shaw: When Love Meets Perseverance
Written by: Justin Lee
Love is an indescribable feeling that’s often difficult to put into words or perspective. Most of us struggle with expressing our love, as it is a challenge for us to open up with our words. That’s why many of us express our love through our actions or gestures to show our appreciation for what and for whom we love. Former Cleveland State University wrestler Riley Shaw is a fine example of this as he demonstrated love and passion for his alma mater through his actions. Now, his love begins at home with his wife, Anna, and young son, Frazier, but CSU remains close to home as one quickly gathers from his aptly-named dogs—his pit bull Vike and his retriever mix Magnus.
Shaw started wrestling at the age of eight and was a multi-sport athlete in high school, playing football and competing in the shot put and discus for his track team along with wrestling. Although he was a great high school wrestler, Shaw’s focus was not always on the mat. “If I had my pick, I would have played football in college. It didn’t happen because I was too slow,” Shaw said, laughing! Though his initial dreams of playing on the gridiron didn’t happen, Shaw was recruited by colleges for all three sports before eventually deciding to wrestle at Cleveland State. … rest of story at https://csuvikings.prestosports.com/sports/m-wrestl/2020-21/releases/20201223kc1lqc?mc_cid=e4f16a9e0e&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
9} – Iowa State’s Austin Gomez – OTM624
Iowa State Cyclone Austin Gomez goes On The Mat
After a history of injuries and concussions, Iowa State’s Austin Gomez announced last month he was stepping away from the sport of wrestling after a short lifetime competing within it. Gomez was a 2019 NCAA qualifier, finishing a match away from placing in Pittsburgh. A four-time champion in Fargo and a three-time Illinois high school state champion, he was one of the top recruits in the nation. Join Kyle Klingman and Andy Hamilton as they talk about the world of wrestling on the flagship podcast of Trackwrestling.com. … rest of story at https://www.mattalkonline.com/podcast/trackwrestling/on-the-mat/iowa-states-austin-gomez-otm624/?mc_cid=afb669e366&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
10 } – PITT’S JAKE WENTZEL EARNS ACC, NATIONAL WEEKLY AWARDS
PITTSBURGH—University of Pittsburgh senior wrestler and team captain Jake Wentzel received two significant weekly awards Tuesday following his impressive season debut on Sunday at Navy.
A native of South Park, Pa., Wentzel was named the ACC Wrestler of the Week for the first time in his career and also received National College Wrestler of the Week honors from The Open Mat.
Wentzel’s recognition resulted from his outstanding and pivotal performance in Pitt’s 22-14 dual victory over the Midshipmen on Sunday evening in Annapolis. Facing Navy’s No. 7-ranked Tanner Skidgel at 165 pounds, Wentzel stepped up when Pitt needed a spark in the dual, earning an individual victory over a Top-10 opponent by a 5-2 decision while accumulating nearly two minutes of riding time in the process.
That result helped the No. 14-ranked Panthers turn around a 14-3 deficit against Navy. After Wentzel’s win shifted momentum, Pitt’s upper weights won the next four matches to secure the team victory. … rest of story at https://pittsburghpanthers.com/news/2021/1/5/wrestling-pitts-jake-wentzel-earns-acc-national-weekly-awards.aspx?mc_cid=afb669e366&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
11 } – For Iowa wrestler Spencer Lee, 2020 Hodge Trophy represents 2021 motivation
IOWA CITY, Ia. — The Hodge Trophy is truly a marvel up-close. The wooden base has wrestlers at each corner, all with their left hands lunging forward, attacking. The body is all bronze, a slim neck with a small bowl. A chiseled man stands at attention on top.
Spencer Lee finally held his version of the award Tuesday. He was formally presented with the 2020 Hodge Trophy, given annually by Wrestling Insider Newsmagazine to the most dominant college wrestler. Had his name on it and everything. Lee, now a senior — crazy, right? — smiled and posed for pictures. Make no mistake, this moment was well-earned after his remarkable 2019-20 season. He won a Big Ten title with an 18-0 record. In 17 contested matches, he outscored his opponents by a staggering 234-18, with four pins, nine technical falls, three major decisions, plus a win by forfeit. … rest of story at https://www.desmoinesregister.com/story/sports/college/iowa/wrestling/2021/01/05/iowa-wrestler-spencer-lees-2020-hodge-trophy-represents-2021-motivation/4140481001/?mc_cid=afb669e366&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
12 } – Mizzou Wrestling’s Hart Named MAC Wrestler of the Week
Tiger redshirt junior tallied two ranked wins in season-opening duals
COLUMBIA, Mo. – Mizzou Wrestling 141-pound redshirt junior Allan Hart was named Mid-American Conference Wrestler of the Week, announced Wednesday by the league office. The Akron, Ohio, native was fantastic in the Tigers’ season-opening matchups at the North Dakota State Quadrangular last Sunday (Jan. 3), tallying victories over No. 23 Clay Carlson (South Dakota State) and No. 16 Grant Willits (Oregon State). Hart posted bonus point wins in each bout, securing a 14-4 major decision over Carlson and pinning Willits in only 36 seconds. Dating back to the 2019-20 campaign, Hart has tallied victories in 10-of-11 matches and 12 of his past 14 individual contests. Hart enters Friday’s (Jan. 8) home-opening duals for Mizzou ranked No. 14 nationally at 141 pounds. The Tigers will welcome MAC foe No. 21 Central Michigan and Wyoming to the Hearnes Center with action slated for 3 p.m. CT and 5 p.m. CT starts, respectively. … rest of story at https://mutigers.com/news/2021/1/6/mizzou-wrestlings-hart-named-mac-wrestler-of-the-week.aspx?mc_cid=4295bf0eb8&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
NCAA Division II Programs’ News – 2021 – # 1
TDR Editor’s Notes ; A view of the records and status of one of the longest tenured programs in Division II starts off this list at #1 and one of the newest at D. & E. (when living in ELkins we hosted youth tournaments and a summer camp with Charlie Heard) at #6. Other articles look at pre-season polls, plans for the National Championships in March in Birmingham, Alabama. and other news from the growing number of Division II schools. We welcome input by e-mail at the Editor’s office at martinkfleming@gmail.com
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1 } – Getting II Know a DII Program: San Francisco State
One of the longest tenured programs in NCAA Division II wrestling, the San Francisco State Gators have been wrestling since 1939. In 47 seasons in NCAA Division II, the Gators have had 12 National Champions, 80 All-Americans, and 173 total National Qualifiers. Jason Welch has been at the head of the Gator program for the last three seasons. Justin Pichedwatana was the lone Gator to qualify for the 2020 NCAA Division II National Championships, via a Super Region 6 Championship at 184. The Gator redshirt junior became an All-American for the second time with his NWCA honor as the sixth-seed prior to Nationals. He finished seventh at 184 in 2019. … rest of story at https://news.theopenmat.com/college-wrestling-news/getting-ii-know-a-dii-program-san-francisco-state/79521?mc_cid=224601c412&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
2 } – Wrestling Schedules Simulation Matches for December 19th
Aberdeen, S.D. – In preparation for the 2021 campaign, the Northern State University wrestling team will face off on Saturday December 19 at 3 p.m. from Wachs Arena. The simulation matches will give fans a first look at the 2021 squad prior to the shortened season which begins on January 7. Admittance to the match is free and open to the public. Fans are reminded to follow all current COVID-19 protocols. The South Dakota Board of Regents adopted a Face Covering Protocol mandating the use of masks at Northern State University and the other five public universities. The current mask protocol, which applies to all students, staff, faculty and campus visitors, requires individuals to wear masks in all public indoor spaces on campus. … rest of story at https://nsuwolves.com/news/2020/12/8/wrestling-schedules-simulation-matches-for-december-19th.aspx?mc_cid=6c7e360412&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
3 } – Mines Selected First In RMAC Preseason Wrestling Poll
COLORADO SPRINGS – Defending champion Colorado School of Mines has been chosen atop the RMAC preseason wrestling coaches’ poll. The Orediggers (9-2, 7-0 RMAC in 2019-20) are coming off an undefeated conference slate last year to earn their second consecutive RMAC title. Mines received 39 points and four first-place votes in the poll ahead of Adams State, Colorado Mesa, and Western Colorado. Mines returns starters at seven weight classes this year, including three 2020 NCAA qualifiers – 184-pounder Anderson Salisbury, 197-pounder Nolan Funk, and 285-pounder Weston Hunt – along with 2019 NCAA qualifiers Skyler Lykins at 165 and Noah Ottum at 149. In addition, Mines has veterans with dual starting experience … rest of story at https://minesathletics.com/news/2020/12/8/mines-selected-first-in-rmac-preseason-wrestling-poll.aspx?mc_cid=6c7e360412&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
4 } – Division II reduces bracket, field sizes for 2021 winter and spring championships
Changes come as DII’s budget faces challenges with COVID-19 testing, limited fan attendance
The Division II Administrative Committee on Monday approved a recommendation to reduce bracket and field sizes for the 2021 Division II winter and spring championships. The reductions were made to alleviate expected budget shortfalls, specifically as the Division II budget for the 2020-21 fiscal year faces challenges due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The field and bracket size reductions of the 18 Division II 2021 winter and spring championships vary by sport, with 12 of them being reduced by 25%. The reductions, listed below, were initially recommended by each sport committee. The Division II Championships Committee and the Division II Planning and Finance Committee each approved the recommendations. The reductions that are more or less than 25% were made because of logistical or practical concerns with operating that sport’s championship. … rest of story at https://www.ncaa.org/about/resources/media-center/news/division-ii-reduces-bracket-field-sizes-2021-winter-and-spring-championships?mc_cid=6c7e360412&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
5 } – Mourning the loss of 4-Time All-American Wrestler John Revesz
FULL TRIBUNE-DEMOCRAT OBITUARY
Pitt-Johnstown mourns the loss of four-time All-American wrestler John Revesz, who passed away on Friday due to complications of the COVID-19 virus. Mr. Revesz was 59. Mr. Revesz was a standout for the Mountain Cats from 1979 through 1983 and became the program’s first four-time All-American.
The Revesz brothers, John, Dan, a 2016 inductee into the Pitt-Johnstown Athletics Hall of Fame and two-time All-American, Jim (3-time National Qualifier), Joe (Letterman), and Mike (Letterman) were key building blocks of the Mountain Cat wrestling tradition.
Mr. Revesz, who was one of Pitt-Johnstown’s first wrestlers to reach 100 career victories, finished his stellar career with a 119-31-2 overall record.
… rest of story at https://pittjohnstownathletics.com/news/2020/12/13/wrestling-mourning-the-loss-of-4-time-all-american-wrestler-john-revesz.aspx?mc_cid=1d3b41c6e1&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
6 } – Getting II Know a DII Program: Davis & Elkins
The Davis & Elkins Senators have just one year of competition in NCAA Division II as a program, with four qualifying for the 2020 NCAA Division II National Championships for the Senators. Jerry Boland leads the Davis & Elkins program, into its second year of competition in 2020-21. “We are a second year program looking to build off of the positive inaugural year we had last season,” Boland said of his Senator team. “These student-athletes are committed to building a winning tradition and a program of high character.”
The Senators sent four to the NCAA Division II National Championships last season, with Craig Cook (133), Clifton Ruggiero (157), Noah Tarr (165) and Kyle Wojtaszek (184) all making history as the first National Qualifiers in Davis & Elkins history. All four of the Senators earned their trips to the NCAA meet via third place finishes at their respective weight classes at the NCAA Super Region 2 Tournament. … rest of story at https://news.theopenmat.com/college-wrestling-news/getting-ii-know-a-dii-program-davis-elkins/79662?mc_cid=e96ed12e50&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
7 } – Lindenwood, McKendree primed for big seasons in NCAA Division II wrestling
Lindenwood University wrestling coach Jimmy Rollins isn’t sure what to expect when his squad opens the season on January 10. Then again, because of the coronavirus pandemic, no other teams do either. “At this point, all we can do is focus on being safe — wearing masks, keeping our distance, washing our hands — and trying to enjoy what we’re doing,” Rollins said. “We have a lot of work in front of us and I hope we get that opportunity. “I think our guys have come to realize a true appreciation for getting the chance to practice and to compete in the sport they love.”
Thanks to an NCAA ruling, this will be a free season regarding athletes’ eligibility. The Lions will be tested once a week and will face multiple opponents in most competitions. In an effort to limit virus exposure during workouts, Lindenwood is training in multiple pods. “It’s more work for the coaches, but that’s what you have to do to make sure everyone’s safe,” said Rollins, whose team’s schedule is highlighted by a Jan. 30 trip to Iowa to square off against Division I program Iowa State. … rest of story at https://www.stltoday.com/sports/college/lindenwood-mckendree-primed-for-big-seasons-in-ncaa-division-ii-wrestling/article_91fde950-31f3-5c8d-8d97-c84e7420ac0c.html?mc_cid=1dba1d3746&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
8 } – NWCA Preseason Division II Poll Release
Manheim, PA – Behind four top-ranked wrestlers and another three ranked individuals, the St. Cloud State Huskies sit atop the preseason edition of the NCAA Division II Coaches Rankings, released Friday by the NWCA.
INDIVIDUAL RANKINGS
Head Coach Steve Costanzo’s Huskies, who ended the 2019-20 season ranked atop the team poll, amassed 108 points, with the #1 wrestlers at 133, 157, 165 and 285 all from St. Cloud State. Nebraska-Kearney is second in the poll, with 90 points behind eight ranked individuals. Central Oklahoma (80), Lindenwood (65) and McKendree (55) round out the top five in the team ranking.
Central Oklahoma features the most ranked wrestlers, with nine Bronchos spread throughout the individual rankings. Heath Gray, the 2020 Division II Wrestler of the Year, opens the season atop the 184 rankings to highlight the UCO group. Heavyweight is the lone weight class that does not feature a Broncho, while Central Oklahoma has a wrestler in the top five at four weights. Nebraska-Kearney’s eight ranked Lopers is second-most, with St. Cloud State and Gannon both landing seven wrestlers in the individual rankings. Of the 10 top-ranked individuals, nine come from teams ranked in the top five. … rest of story at http://www.nwcaonline.com/nwca-preseason-division-ii-poll-release/?mc_cid=ed5fd11129&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
9} – Men’s Wrestling Picked No.1 in GLVC Preseason Coaches’ Poll
(INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. – Jan. 6) – The McKendree University men’s wrestling program was picked to win the 2021 Great Lakes Valley Conference (GLVC) Championship, released in the Conference’s preseason poll. The annual poll was voted on by the league coaches and ranks all seven teams.
*portions of this release were taken from the GLVC official release.
The Bearcats received 34 points and four first-place points atop the 2021 preseason poll. GLVC rival Lindenwood sits right behind with 33 points and three first-place votes. The University of Indianapolis (24 pts.), Maryville (23 pts.), and Drury (15pts.) round out the top-5. … rest of story at https://mckbearcats.com/news/2021/1/6/mens-wrestling-picked-no-1-in-glvc-preseason-coaches-poll.aspx?mc_cid=4295bf0eb8&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
10 } – Mavericks Open Season with 31-12 Win at Minot State
Minot, N.D. — #13 Minnesota State opened the 2020-21 season with a dominating 31-12 road victory at Minot State Thursday. The Mavericks won seven of ten matches in securing the road Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference victory.
Senior Trenton McManus got the ball rolling with a 2-1 win over Oscar Nellis to get the Mavericks out to a 3-0 lead. Junior Brock Luthens downed Kelby Armstrong 6-4 at 133 and junior Kolbe O’Brien pinned Lincoln Stormer at 141. Senior All-American Kyle Rathman upped his career record to 78-19 when he pinned Shadi Mitwalli at 149. Junior Cooper Siebrecht dropped an 3-1 overtime decision to Nathan Baca in his match at 157. Sophomore Mike Smith pinned Austin Frantzich and junior Trevor Turriff beat Noah Gallardo 12-1. Following a Keegan Berry (Minot State) win over junior Dylan Butts at 184, senior Matt Blome picked up a 7-0 decision over … rest of story at https://msumavericks.com/news/2021/1/7/wrestling-game-recap-mavericks-open-season-with-31-12-win-at-minot-state.aspx?mc_cid=4a4f0e7778&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
11 } – St. Cloud State pauses wrestling activities
ST. CLOUD, MINN. – The St. Cloud State University athletics department has paused all wrestling team activities for the week of January 11, 2021 in alignment with the Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference (NSIC) COVID-19 protocols. As a result, Thursday’s home opening match against Minot State University has been cancelled. Per NSIC guidelines for the 2020-21 season, the match will not be rescheduled, and student-athletes and coaches will follow quarantine and isolation protocols as outlined by the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) and St. Cloud State University. The Huskies will return to the mat on Thursday, January 21 … rest of story at https://scsuhuskies.com/news/2021/1/11/st-cloud-state-pauses-wrestling-activites.aspx?mc_cid=01186bea70&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
12 } – Hilltopper Mat Squad Locked in at No. 4
WEST LIBERTY, W.Va. – The West Liberty University wrestling team strengthened its hold on the No. 4 spot in the first set of regular season national rankings released Wednesday afternoon by TheOpenMat.com website.
Coach Danny Irwin‘s Hilltoppers had been ranked No. 4 in the preseason and with some of the Black and Gold’s six nationally-ranked wrestlers moving up a few spots, WLU was able to add a few more points to its team total this time around. Remaining head and shoulders above the pack was two-time defending national champion St. Cloud State (Minn.) with 105 ranking points. Lindenwood (Mo.) was second at 69.5 with Nebraska-Kearney (57) edging out West Liberty (50.5) for the No. 3 spot. Central Oklahoma (44.5) rounded out the top five. Perennial NCAA Division II power Notre Dame (Ohio) moved up a spot to No. 13 with … rest of the story at https://hilltoppersports.com/news/2020/12/16/wrestling-hilltopper-mat-squad-locked-in-at-no-4.aspx?mc_cid=4edc48d477&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
NCAA Division I team updates – 2021 – # 2
TDR Editor’s Notes ; A gathering of articles about recent match results and stories about wrestlers with NCAA Division I programs as they step up to become fully active this month.
E-mail us at the Editor’s office at martinkfleming@gmail.com
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1 } – D1 Insider: Hawkeyes hoping to see title pursuit through to the finish this year
Iowa wrestling fans who’d waited a decade to watch their team ransack its way to another NCAA championship figured they’d only need to bear nine more days. More than 10 months after the 2019-20 season was canceled due to the coronavirus pandemic, their wait continues. Now they have another shot, perhaps just as good. The Hawkeyes have nearly all the pieces back from a team that was rarely challenged a year ago, and coach Tom Brands isn’t going to take any of this time for granted. Neither are his wrestlers, who’ve been in their own little bubbles for weeks where Brands has seen them take virus protocols seriously since they began workouts. The virus might be this team’s biggest hurdle. The spread of COVID-19 wiped out last year’s tournament just nine days before it was to start at TCF Bank Stadium in Minneapolis. The Hawkeyes were set to send their entire lineup, complete with three No. 1 seeds into the finale. … rest of story at https://www.trackwrestling.com/PortalPost.jsp?TIM=1610165795337&twSessionId=wvbstjdkts&postId=945768135&mc_cid=c6c3fe425c&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
2 } – OSU wrestling: Beavers get the season started under first-year coach Chris Pendleton
Taking over as the head coach of a college program is difficult enough in normal circumstances. Doing so during a global pandemic presents a different set of challenges entirely. Such is the case for Chris Pendleton, who was hired as Oregon State’s head wrestling coach in April and arrived in Corvallis ready to provide a spark for a historically successful program that has struggled recently. But he wasn’t even able to meet his athletes until mid-summer, and the Beavers were not able to get into the wrestling room until November. “That was a unique challenge where you are off the mat for six to eight months. For some of these guys, they haven’t done that since they were five years old,” Pendleton said. “I looked at myself and was saying, ‘When was the last time I was off the mat for even two months?’” It’s been a long time coming, but the Beavers have finally reached the start of the season; … rest of story at https://www.gazettetimes.com/sports/beavers-sports/wrestling/osu-wrestling-beavers-get-the-season-started-under-first-year-coach-chris-pendleton/article_8e1e8687-61ca-5d21-ae69-6a921032cc94.html?mc_cid=c6c3fe425c&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
3 } – ‘Hungry, focused, gritty’ Northern Iowa wrestling team ready to turn heads in 2021
The Northern Iowa wrestling team took team pictures earlier this week, and Lance Runyon, a redshirt freshman, was so excited for the coming season that he tried on three different singlets. Because why not, right? “I’m super excited,” said Runyon, a 2019 state champion for Southeast Polk. “I’m ready to go, and I’m glad it’s finally here.” Northern Iowa officially begins its 2021 season this weekend, with a Sunday tri-dual against South Dakota State and North Dakota State in Brookings, S.D. It will be the Panthers’ first competition in 308 days, the last being the 2020 Big 12 Championships in March.
So Runyon’s excitement is well-taken, especially considering an injury shortened his redshirt season a year ago. He’s wrestled just five college matches. He is antsy to compete again. His enthusiasm is shared by, well, everybody else. … rest of story at https://www.desmoinesregister.com/story/sports/college/northern-iowa/uni-panthers/2021/01/07/hungry-focused-gritty-northern-iowa-wrestling-team-ready-turn-heads-2021-doug-schwab-brody-teske-uni/6579232002/?mc_cid=4a4f0e7778&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
4 } – Cyclones Score A Pair Of Wins Over Loras and UNK
AMES, Iowa – No. 9 Iowa State (3-0, 0-0 Big 12) won a pair of wrestling matches Sunday afternoon in Hilton Coliseum, defeating Loras (40-0) and Nebraska-Kearney (38-4).
Loras Recap
Iowa State received bonus points in six of its 10 matches in a 40-0 victory over Loras. Alex Mackall (125) had a pin and Ian Parker (141) and David Carr (157) both registered technical falls. Carr’s match vs. Daniel Ruiz ended with 2:17 remaining in a 22-4 victory. Major decisions were recorded by Cam Robinson (149), Isaac Judge (165) and Yonger Bastida (197). Bastida had eight takedowns in his 18-8 triumph over Brady Vogel. Nebraska-Kearney Recap
Three pins were the highlight of the second match, a 38-4 victory over Nebraska-Kearney.
Kysen Terukina, competing in his first dual match at Iowa State, set the tone with a come-from-behind 6-5 victory over Josh Portillo at 125 pounds. Terukina registered a pair of third-period takedowns with under 1:30 remaining in the match.
Zach Redding battled back for a 7-5 sudden victory over Wesley Dawkins at 133 pounds. Down 4-3 late in the third period, Redding scored a key reversal … rest of story at https://cyclones.com/news/2021/1/10/wrestling-cyclones-score-a-pair-of-wins-over-loras-and-unk.aspx?mc_cid=ee9459dd97&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
5 } – Freshmen Lead the Way to 2-0 Start for Cowboys
STILLWATER – The No. 4 Oklahoma State wrestling team collected two dual wins to open its 2021 season Sunday in Gallagher-Iba Arena. The Cowboys notched a 32-9 victory over Chattanooga before taking down Oregon State 29-8 later in the day. The Pokes collected five bonus-point wins in their match against Chattanooga including major decisions from freshman Dustin Plott and AJ Ferrari. Fellow freshman Trevor Mastrogiovanni also picked up an 8-2 decision to open the dual for the Cowboys.
The trio of true freshmen in the OSU starting lineup went a combined 6-0 on the day with four bonus-point wins. Mastrogiovanni collected decisions in both matches, while Dustin Plott earned a 10-2 major decision over UTC’s Hunter Fortner and a technical fall over Colton Beisley. AJ Ferrari looked the part of the No. 1 recruit in the nation in his dual debut winning both of his matches by major decisions. … rest of story at https://okstate.com/news/2021/1/10/wrestling-freshman-lead-the-way-to-2-0-start-for-cowboys.aspx?mc_cid=ee9459dd97&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
6 } – Panthers Sweep SDSU, NDSU to Start Season Strong
BROOKINGS, S.D. – Five different Panthers recorded pinfalls as UNI swept the South Dakota State and North Dakota State 28-13 and 27-11 respectively to open the 2021 wrestling season Sunday at Frost Arena in Brookings, S.D.
Panthers roll South Dakota State 28-13
The Panthers opened the day with a match against South Dakota State. At 125, Brody Teske appeared to be in trouble early when he fell behind to Daniel Vega 8-2, but Teske battled back to take a 10-9 lead before the end of the period. He held on to win 13-11 to put the Panthers up 3-0.
Kyle Biscoglia picked up the biggest upset of the day. Coming in unranked, he faced No. 13 Zach Price. Price led early, but Biscoglia earned a 5-4 lead with a takedown with just over a minute. He quickly turned his advantage into the first pin of the day to give UNI the 9-0 dual lead. … rest of story at https://unipanthers.com/news/2021/1/10/wrestling-panthers-sweep-sdsu-ndsu-to-start-season-strong.aspx?mc_cid=ee9459dd97&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
7 } – Franek Wins Twice to Highlight Bison Split Against UNI, SDSU
BROOKINGS, S.D. – No. 13-ranked Jared Franek won both of his matches at 157 pounds to help North Dakota State split a pair of Big 12 Conference wrestling duals Sunday, Jan. 10, at Frost Arena. Franek’s 4-2 decision over 20th-ranked Cade DeVos in the sudden-victory period propelled NDSU to a 21-13 victory over South Dakota State after the Bison fell 27-11 to 23rd-ranked Northern Iowa. Franek won a 5-1 decision against Cayd Lara of UNI in the earlier dual. NDSU (2-2) won seven of 10 matches against South Dakota State including a 6-4 decision by Luke Weber over Cade King at 174 pounds. Weber recorded a takedown with 4 seconds left for the victory, his second of the season. McGwire Midkiff got the scoring started for the Bison with a 3-1 decision at 125 before … rest of story at https://gobison.com/news/2021/1/10/wrestling-franek-wins-twice-to-highlight-bison-split-against-uni-sdsu.aspx?mc_cid=ee9459dd97&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
8 } – Iowa State trounces Loras, Nebraska-Kearney in final ‘tune-up’ duals
AMES, Ia. — Iowa State officially started its wrestling season last week, but, if we’re being honest, these first three duals were more tune-ups for the real thing that’s coming next week. One week after thumping Division III power Wartburg, the Cyclones improved to 3-0 by bullying both Loras College and Nebraska-Kearney on Sunday at Hilton Coliseum. Iowa State opened with a 40-0 win over Loras College, then followed by trouncing Nebraska-Kearney, 38-4. In all, the Cyclones, ranked ninth in Trackwrestling’s latest Division I poll, won 19 of the 20 contested matches on Sunday. They scored three major decisions, two technical falls and a pin to blank Division III Loras, then rolled up three more pins to soundly beat Nebraska-Kearney, one of Division II’s top teams. … rest of story at https://www.desmoinesregister.com/story/sports/college/iowa-state/wrestling/2021/01/10/wrestling-iowa-state-trounces-loras-nebraska-kearney-cyclones-hilton-coliseum-kevin-dresser-isu-ames/6615275002/?mc_cid=ee9459dd97&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
9} – Northern Iowa begins 2021 season with wins over South Dakota State and North Dakota State
There was a lot of unknown about the Northern Iowa wrestling team entering the 2021 season, but if this weekend’s results were any indication, these next few months could be pretty fun in Cedar Falls. The Panthers registered two dual victories on Sunday, topping both South Dakota State and North Dakota State in a tri-meet in Brookings, S.D. Northern Iowa opened with a 28-13 win over the host Jackrabbits, then closed with a 27-11 win over the Bison. In the first opportunity for the new-look Panthers to showcase their abilities, … rest of story at https://www.desmoinesregister.com/story/sports/college/northern-iowa/uni-panthers/2021/01/10/wrestling-northern-iowa-begins-2021-season-wins-over-sdsu-ndsu/6615277002/?mc_cid=ee9459dd97&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
Laras bring brotherhood to UNI wrestling
CEDAR FALLS — Brothers Triston and Cayd Lara have leaned heavily on each other for physical and emotional support for as long as they both can remember. There’s always a certain bond among siblings, but the Laras treat family like oxygen. That unconditional connection was instilled at an early age within both the Dodger wrestling program and the Fort Dodge community. It’s a kinship they’ve continued to cultivate under head coach Doug Schwab at the University of Northern Iowa.
“Wrestling alongside Cayd is a dream come true,” … rest of story at https://www.messengernews.net/sports/local-sports/2021/01/laras-bring-brotherhood-to-uni-wrestling/?mc_cid=c6c3fe425c&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
10 } – College wrestling: Cyclone freshmen show promise in dual wins
AMES — Iowa State wrestling’s freshmen haven’t looked like freshmen early in the season. On Sunday in Hilton Coliseum, Iowa State’s freshmen shined as the Cyclones beat Loras and Nebraska-Kearney 40-0 and 38-4, respectively. True freshmen Kysen Terukina (125), Zach Redding (133), Cam Robinson (149) and Yonger Bastida (197) all won both of their matches. Terukina, Redding and Robinson all won their second match of the day against Nebraska-Kearney thanks to some late-match heroics. Terukina and Robinson both got takedowns in the third period to win 6-4 and 9-7, respectively. Redding won in sudden victory, 7-5. “It was special to see them win late,” heavyweight Gannon Gremmel said. … rest of story at https://wcfcourier.com/sports/college/isu/college-wrestling-cyclone-freshmen-show-promise-in-dual-wins/article_d17af059-fb74-5a37-b6d7-38f80b824925.html?mc_cid=01186bea70&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
11 } – Bulldog Breakdown: Fresno St. wrestling staying focused in potential last season
Despite the obstacles and uncertainty on the mat, wrestling head coach Troy Steiner says it has not impacted the team’s discipline in the classroom. … rest of story and video at https://news.yahoo.com/bulldog-breakdown-fresno-st-wrestling-023631570.html?mc_cid=01186bea70&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
12 } – OSU Wrestling: Five Thoughts on Oregon State, UT Chattanooga Duals
OSU won big in its first two duals inside GIA
The Cowboys had their first duals in Gallagher-Iba on Sunday and knocked off Chattanooga 32-9 then Oregon State 29-8. Here are my five thoughts on the performance.
1. Freshmen off to a good start
If you’ve been following my writing on here for a while you’ve seen how much I’ve raved about the 2020 recruiting class the Cowboys brought in. Possibly John Smith’s best ever. And they’re performing well so far. OSU started three of them. At 125 with Trevor Mastrogiovanni, 174 with Dustin Plott, and 197 with AJ Ferrari. The group went 6-0 and Plott and Ferrari scored bonus points in each of their matches. … rest of story at https://pistolsfiringblog.com/osu-wrestling-five-thoughts-on-oregon-state-ut-chattanooga-duals/?mc_cid=01186bea70&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
Women’s Wrestling News – # 58
TDR Editor’s Notes ; The following articles are from the growing movement and ranks of female wrestlers on the college, scholastic, youth and international levels. It is encouraging to see more opportunities to wrestle. Once the pandemic restrictions are over we expect a large surge of wrestling events and participation. E-mail us at the Editor’s office at martinkfleming@gmail.com
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1 } – ‘She’s like my sister’: York-Adams national champion girls’ wrestlers commit to same college
Tiffani Baublitz and Montana DeLawder live about 45 miles and 80 minutes away from each other, and that’s not the only difference between the wrestlers. Baublitz works at an ice cream shop while DeLawder works on a goat farm. Baublitz is a middle-weight wrestler while DeLawder competes at the lighter weights. Baublitz has focused on tournament competitions rather than PIAA ones in high school, while DeLawder has been a four-year varsity wrestler for her school. Still, there are some similarities.
For starters, they both work for family-run operations
“She always messes with me that I have to scoop goat droppings and she gets to scoop ice cream,” DeLawder said. “We like to goof around with each other a lot.” And of course, there’s the whole wrestling connection … … rest of story at https://www.ydr.com/story/sports/high-school/wrestling/2020/12/18/piaa-wrestling-montana-delawder-and-tiffani-baublitz-commit-king/3928097001/?mc_cid=ed5fd11129&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
2 } – Wrestling star Emily Shilson keeps mom quiet by dominating on the mat
A below-radar phenomenon during the past decade has been the growth in girls’ and women’s wrestling. In 2019-20, Augsburg’s Emily Shilson was the NCAA, WCWA (all colleges), Junior Nationals and USA Wrestling Under-23 champion at 109/110 pounds.
Patrick Reusse
Cousin Cecelia is named in partial tribute to my Irish mother, is the daughter of my sainted Aunt Peggy, and has been a notable church organist and piano teacher for decades in the St. James area. Back in 2000, her youngest son, Dustin, qualified for the state wrestling tournament at Target Center, and I was able to take a seat for his first match on Cecelia’s left, with husband John on her right. … rest of story at https://www.startribune.com/wrestling-star-emily-shilson-keeps-mom-quiet-by-dominating-on-the-mat/573438791/?mc_cid=ed5fd11129&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b&refresh=true
3 } – WINCHESTER, IKEI WIN WOMEN’S FEATURED BOUTS ALONGSIDE FLOWRESTLING 8-MAN 150-POUND CHALLENGE
AUSTIN, Texas – World champion Jacarra Winchester and past Senior Nationals champion Tiare Ikei were winners of a pair of featured women’s freestyle bouts, as part of the FloWrestling 150-pound 8-Man Challenge on Friday night. Winchester, who has been competing at 53 kg for the Olympic year, gave up some size and weight to Final X runner-up Lauren Louive, who is expected at 57 kg this season. However, she was able to secure a variety of takedowns and turns to score a 10-0 first-period technical fall. … rest of story at https://www.teamusa.org/USA-Wrestling/Features/2020/December/18/Winchester-Ikei-win-womens-bouts-at-FloWrestling-event?mc_cid=ed5fd11129&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
4 } – Historic season for Utah’s prep girls wrestling
Even with the challenges associated with COVID-19, it’s been a historic season for high school girls wrestlers from across the state of Utah. You see, this is the first academic year girls wrestling has been sanctioned by the UHSAA. One program that has generated a lot of interest is Mountain Crest, which already has 32 athletes on its roster. Wrestling has always been popular at the Hyrum-based school, but even head coach Janae Liljenquist wasn’t expecting this kind of turnout for a first-year program. “It just came down to getting the girls fired up,” Liljenquist said. “They just needed to be motivated and know that this is was opportunity of a lifetime to be on the first girls wrestling team at Mountain Crest … and so I think that motivated them. A lot of them had never stepped on a mat before. I think originally when (the school) brought me in, I think they had six girls who were interested and we (held) kind of a meet and greet, and I just told them about my background and how excited I am for them. And since then, it just grew from six to like 16, to even more. And even after we did the orange and blue tournament, we had two girls show up (to practice next week) because they saw it and they saw what the girls were doing.” … rest of story at https://www.hjnews.com/sports/school/historic-season-for-utah-s-prep-girls-wrestling-programs/article_e4ff2bce-50cc-5b4f-a676-4cb3c9cbb32d.html?mc_cid=e96ed12e50&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
5 } – Mota-Pettis, Valencia, Page and Bruntil to Wrestle at NLWC No. 4
The December 22nd installment of Nittany Lion Wrestling Club events will feature NLWC wrestlers Jane Valencia and Jennifer Page up against their opponents Xochitl Mota-Pettis and Emma Bruntil.
Xochitl Mota-Pettis vs Jane Valencia
Xochitl Mota-Pettis (Rise Wrestling) made a lot of noise at 57kg this fall. But even just last year there were telltale signs of her progression. In the summer of 2019, Mota-Pettis was the 127-pound Fargo champion. Then in December, she went 4-2 at Senior Nationals where she outwrestled multiple college All-Americans. This October she pinned Alli Ragan, a world silver medalist, in Iowa, and then continued to the finals where she went back and forth with Lauren Louive. The last time Mota-Pettis was on the mat was in her run to a U23 title over Abby Nette, the No. 3 ranked wrestler on the Senior National Team. … rest of story at https://www.transitionwrestling.com/mota-pettis-valencia-page-and-bruntil-to-wrestle-at-nlwc-no-4/?mc_cid=e96ed12e50&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
6 } – Skylar Grote is celebrating all wrestling has to offer as 2020 concludes
Skylar Grote is celebrating all wrestling has to offer as 2020 concludes
Skylar Grote turns 23 on December 24. The recent U23 national champion is keeping it all in perspective as she looks toward personal and professional goals within wrestling. … rest of story at https://www.trackwrestling.com/PortalPlayer.jsp?TIM=1608783346457&twSessionId=bqvhgcqdby&videoId=921440135&mc_cid=fecb1aa0c2&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
7 } – History in the Making
WRESTLING HAS BEEN A DRIVING MOTIVE FOR OUR FAMILY
Tukurngailnguq School is our root and core of our family, so we wanted to share our good news with you from 2600 miles away!
Wrestling has been a driving motive for our family.
In Spring of 2019, Joycelyn Katcheak, previous Tukurngailnguq Carayat graduate, made Bering Strait School District history by becoming the first student-athlete (for either male or female) to be awarded a college Women’s Wrestling scholarship with the University of Jamestown in North Dakota. Shortly after, Rachel Moore, previous Shaktoolik Wolverines graduate signed a college Women’s Wrestling scholarship with Ottawa University in Arizona. Then in Spring 2020, Garrison Koutchuk, previous Unalakleet Wolfpack graduate signed a college Men’s Wrestling scholarship to the University of Jamestown in North Dakota. … rest of story at https://deltadiscovery.com/history-in-the-making/?mc_cid=0d946e15c0&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
8 } – Limestone Women’s Wrestling Announces 2021 Schedule
2021 Schedule
GAFFNEY, S.C. — In just their second year of competition, the Limestone University women’s wrestling program looks to make an impact on both the regional and national level as they announce a six-date regular season schedule that features some of the bests teams in the region. The Saints kick-off their 2021 campaign with a trip to Bristol, Tenn. to compete in a double-dual with King and Tiffin on January 9. Limestone will take on the Dragons of Tiffin at 10 a.m. before squaring off against the host Tornado at noon. The Blue and Gold will then play host to a double-dual of their own as they welcome in Colorado Mesa and Presbyterian into the friendly confines of the Timken Center on January 16. A three-match road-trip lies ahead for the Saints as they make trips to Emmanuel, Ferrum and Presbyterian. … rest of story at https://golimestonesaints.com/news/2020/12/30/limestone-womens-wrestling-announces-2021-schedule.aspx?mc_cid=b46d50bbf8&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
9} – New Billings Senior girls wrestling coach Mickey Mahlmeister looking to build ‘great foundation’
BILLINGS — Mickey Mahlmeister has been hired as the head girls wrestling coach at Billings Senior, Billings Public Schools activities director Mark Wahl announced on Tuesday. Girls wrestling is in its first season as a Montana High School Association-sanctioned sport, and the Billings Class AA schools — Senior, Skyview and West — have seen higher-than-expected turnout. That prompted School District 2 to recognize the need for a head girls wrestling coach, who was originally slated to coach the girls from all three schools. However, Wahl said that plan changed, and the district will now be seeking separate coaches for all three schools. … rest of story at https://www.montanasports.com/high-school-sports/wrestling/billings-senior-names-mickey-mahlmeister-girls-wrestling-head-coach?mc_cid=3c167aa54c&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
10 } – Girl power: Schmit’s pin powers Bulldogs to dual win
Ella Schmit is considered one of the top girls wrestlers in the country at 106 pounds. Even so, Bettendorf High School wrestling coach Dan Knight had some reservations on how Schmit would fare in a dual on Dec. 17 when he saw Central DeWitt 106-pounder Keaton Kruse come out to the mat. “I’m like, ‘Man, he looks long, big and strong,'” Knight said. It did not faze Schmit. She took Kruse down 33 seconds into the bout, eventually put him on his back and recorded a first-period fall in 1 minute, 29 seconds to help Bettendorf kick off its season with a 50-28 home dual win over Central DeWitt. “It is pretty exciting,” Schmit said. “It definitely is a step up and I’ve got to step up my game to stay at this level. … rest of story at https://qctimes.com/community/bettendorf/girl-power-schmits-pin-powers-bulldogs-to-dual-win/article_b83d37d2-f7f2-55ea-80f9-756b92ed4929.html?mc_cid=6915204714&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
11 } – Women’s College Wrestling Top 25: January 2021 Multi-Division Rankings
This ranking was produced by a team working with AmericanWomensWrestling.com for FloWrestling & AWW. The team includes AWW staff and several coaches representing both NAIA & NCAA programs. What is a “multi-division ranking?” It’s a ranking that combines all divisions of women’s college wrestling—the NAIA, NCAA, NJCAA & NCWA. With the emergence of 86 college programs, along with dozens of clubs, making this Top 25 list is getting harder and harder. There were a lot of very good wrestlers left off the list this round, especially at 109, 123, 130, and 143. Ranking spots 16-25 is the hardest as there’s so many you could make a case for. These multi-division rankings take into account all women’s college national championships—the WCWA, NAIA, NCWA, and the event launched last year for NCAA programs, the National Women’s Collegiate Wrestling Championships. It also takes duals into account when information is available, and this round includes results from the Junior & U23 Nationals held in November. With the pandemic limiting the college competitive schedule, these two USAW events provided great info for college rankings as there were plenty of matchups between ranked women. Many college programs participated in this event as part of their fall college schedule. … rest of story at https://www.americanwomenswrestling.com/news-2/womens-college-wrestling-top-25-january-2021?mc_cid=afb669e366&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
12 } – ITS A NEW YEAR…FINALLY
Thinking About This Time Last Year…
Team Wreaper was ready to go all out! With the Olympic Team Trials in April and the Olympic Games in August, we had it all planned. Then life happened. Rather, COVID-19 happened. Collectively for a few months in the spring, everyone’s plans were put on hold. Actually, they were cancelled. Sports, life, and culture across the board was taken away. That was rough to say the least. Especially since there was so much to look forward to in 2020! With last year behind us, 2020 is OFFICIALLY hindsight. … rest of story at https://www.wreaperwrestling.com/its-a-new-year-finally/?mc_cid=ea644fcb33&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
College Results – 2021 – #5
TDR Editor’s Notes ; The results keep streaming in. It is good to see dual meets in all divisions as the teams follow the appropriate safety protocols. Use the links at to read the full story and to find out on the latest news foreach team. Questions, input e-mail us at Editor’s office martinkfleming@gmail.com
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1 } – No. 11 @ASUWrestling Tops No. 20 Oklahoma
NORMAN, Okla. – The No. 11 Sun Devil wrestling team earned its first road win in nine years over No. 20 Oklahoma, 20-12, at McCasland Field House Friday night. Senior Kordell Norfleet (197) ultimately sealed the dual for ASU (2-0) in the ninth bout after an impressive two tie-breaker period decision victory over No. 13 Jake Woodley. “I thought overall the team wrestled well, they were prepared and I’m proud of these guys,” assistant coach Lee Pritts said. “This was a great test by a talented and well coached Oklahoma team. Looking ahead it’s going to get tougher so we have to continue to climb, continue to elevate, continue to fight.” Arizona native Brandon Courtney (125) was able to slam in a major decision victory … rest of story at https://thesundevils.com/news/2021/1/8/no-11-asuwrestling-tops-no-20-oklahoma.aspx?mc_cid=c6c3fe425c&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
2 } – #13 Gophers Drop Season Opener at #5 Nebraska 22-14
Despite a spectacular debut from true freshman Andrew Sparks and a dominating performance from Gable Steveson, the No. 13 Gopher wrestling team dropped its season opener at No. 5 Nebraska, 22-14. Minnesota returned to the mat for the first time since the 2020 Big Ten Championships, a span of 306 days. Making his first appearance in the Maroon and Gold, Sparks upset tenth-ranked Peyton Robb at 165 pounds. The 2020 California state champion trailed Robb, 5-2, before a last-second takedown in the second period narrowed the deficit to one. Sparks opened the third with an escape and quick takedown and held off a late Husker attack to claim a 7-6 decision. … rest of story at https://gophersports.com/news/2021/1/8/wrestling-13-gophers-drop-season-opener-at-5-nebraska-22-14.aspx?mc_cid=c6c3fe425c&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
3 } – Wrestling Sweeps Tri-Match Over St. Andrews and St. Thomas
(Crestview Hills, Ky.) – The wrestling program at Thomas More defended their home floor on Saturday (January 9) by defeating St. Andrews (33-17) and St. Thomas (42-17) going 2-0 on the day.
… rest of story and details at https://thomasmore.prestosports.com/sports/wrest/2020-21/releases/20210109hycj4y?mc_cid=a7ee94d0b8&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
4 } – NO. 1 MEN’S WRESTLING WINS CENTRAL BAPTIST INVITATIONAL
Conway, AR – No. 1 Grand View men’s wrestling traveled to Conway, Arkansas to compete in the Central Baptist Invitational where they won the team championship with a total point count of 137. Rounding out the top five were Life University (122.5), Texas Wesleyan (69.5), Williams Baptist (56.5), and Cumberlands (Tenn.) (24). The Vikings had 11 of their 12 guys place within the top four. Five Vikings were crowned individual champions including Paul Mascarenas (125), Carson Taylor (133), Tony Mendoza (141), Justin Koethe (149), and Ben Lee (184). Runner-ups for Grand View included Sam Loyd (149), Easton Larson (157), Jacob Shoop (165), and Gabriel Rangel (184) … rest of story and details at http://www.gvvikings.com/article/6859?mc_cid=a7ee94d0b8&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
5 } – Mavericks Sweep Nationally Ranked Opponents
HAYS, Kan. – The Colorado Mesa men’s wrestling team opened up 2021 on a high note after sweeping a pair of duals from nationally ranked MIAA opponents.
Colorado Mesa 22, #23 Newman 14
The Mavericks claimed five of the nine contested bouts and earned a forfeit in the 22-14 win over the Newman Jets to open the day up. They had two bonus point victories as the Mavericks received was a forfeit for Ryan Wheeler at 149 pounds and senior Donnie Negus earned a 9-1 major decision victory at 197 pounds.
The big win of the match came from freshman … rest of story at https://cmumavericks.com/news/2021/1/9/wrestling-mavericks-sweep-nationally-ranked-opponents.aspx?mc_cid=a7ee94d0b8&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
6 } – Hajas’ Victory Leads Augustana Past No. 22 Parkside
KENOSHA, Wis. — A back-and-forth wrestling dual came down to the wire Saturday afternoon in De Simone Gymnasium with Augustana 285-pounder Steven Hajas preserving the Viking victory over No. 22 Wisconsin-Parkside. The Vikings move to 1-0 on the young season and have now defeated the Rangers in three-consecutive duals. “It was great to finally get out on the mat and compete,” Augustana head coach Jason Reitmeier said. “We needed this as a team, as a staff and as a program. “This was a good win against a tough team. I’m proud of our effort. There’s a lot of positives to take from today and a lot of things to work and improve on.” … rest of story at https://goaugie.com/news/2021/1/9/wrestling-hajas-victory-leads-augustana-past-no-22-parkside.aspx?mc_cid=a7ee94d0b8&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
7 } – Wrestling Opens Season With Dual Meet Wins Against Wheeling, Fairmont State
ELKINS, W.Va. – Davis & Elkins began the 2021 wrestling season in grand fashion with dual meet victories against Wheeling and Fairmont State on Saturday afternoon inside the McDonnell Center. D&E opened the year with a 46-6 win against Wheeling and followed it up with a 34-17 win against Fairmont State. The Senators collected six victories by forfeit against Wheeling, while Kyle Wojtaszek rolled to a 10-1 major decision win against Deshawn Mercadel. Meanwhile, the Senators picked up bonus points … rest of story at https://senatornation.com/news/2021/1/9/wrestling-opens-season-with-dual-meet-wins-against-wheeling-fairmont-state.aspx?mc_cid=a7ee94d0b8&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
8 } – No. 6 WLU Wrestlers Sweep Opening Tri Meet
PHILIPPI, W.Va. – The No. 6-ranked West Liberty University wrestling team opened the season with a bang here Saturday afternoon, sweeping a triangular from host Alderson Broaddus and Glenville State at Rex Pyles Arena. Although it was their first competition in nearly a year, Coach Danny Irwin‘s Hilltoppers (2-0, 2-0) looked like they hadn’t missed a beat. West Liberty opened the day’s proceedings with a 37-12 sprint past Glenville State (0-2, 0-2) and followed that up with a 38-10 pasting of the host Battlers. Alderson Broaddus (1-1, 1-1) downed Glenville, 37-12, in the final match of the day. “First of all, it was great to finally have a chance to get back out there and compete today,” Irwin said. “It took so many people working extremely hard to make today happen and we are extremely appreciative. From a team standpoint, we have work to do and it’s all over the place depending on the athlete. That being said, I’m supremely confident in our staff and with our guys that we will continue to clean it up.” … rest of story at https://hilltoppersports.com/news/2021/1/9/wrestling-no-6-wlu-wrestlers-sweep-opening-tri-meet.aspx?mc_cid=a7ee94d0b8&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
9} – Mids Dominate Clarion in 41-3 Road Victory
The Navy wrestling team (1-1, 1-0 EIWA) secured its first win of the 2020-21 campaign by earning victories in nine of the 10 bouts to defeat Clarion (0-1) 41-3 on Saturday afternoon at Tippin Gym in Pennsylvania. Additionally, the two programs engaged in 24 “extra matches” which will count towards each individual’s record this season. “Every win you earn is awesome, no matter when it comes,” said Cary Kolat, who earned his first victory as the Mids’ head coach after being hired last March. “The most important thing for me and the coaching staff was to see how we improved from last week’s match against Pitt. Our goal was to improve our positioning, controlling from the top and winning on our feet. I felt overall we were successful in achieving that goal and were able to dominate in several of our matches. One of the other things that stood out today was how we wrestled for each other. I saw them as individuals come together as a team. … rest of story at https://navysports.com/news/2021/1/9/wrestling-mids-dominate-clarion-in-41-3-road-victory.aspx?mc_cid=a7ee94d0b8&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
10 } – Virginia Uses Bonus Points To Race Past Gardner-Webb
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. – The Virginia wrestling team (1-0) turned in a strong performance in the home opener on Saturday (Jan. 9), posting seven bonus-point victories on the way to a 44 to -1 victory over Gardner-Webb (0-2) in dual competition at Memorial Gym. A penalty point resulting in a deduction from the overall team score during the 174-pound matchup resulted in the final score on the afternoon. With the win, Virginia is now 9-0 all-time against Gardner-Webb. The Cavaliers raced out of the gates with bonus-point victories in the first three weight classes to take the 15-0 lead on the Bulldogs. In all Virginia got a pair of pins, three technical falls … rest of story at https://virginiasports.com/news/2021/01/09/virginia-uses-bonus-points-to-race-past-gardner-webb/?mc_cid=a7ee94d0b8&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
11 } – VMI Cruises to 30-9 Win over Sacred Heart
VMI Cruises to 30-9 Win over Sacred Heart
LEXINGTON, Va. – The VMI wrestling team opened its 2021 home season with a 30-9 victory over Sacred Heart University (Conn.) Saturday in non-conference action from Cormack Hall. The Keydets won seven of the 10 weight classes, and avenged a 30-9 defeat last year at Sacred Heart. The Keydets opened with wins in the first four matches. Senior Cliff Conway won a thriller in a sudden victory overtime period 8-2 in the opener at 125. Freshman Luke Fegley followed with the only pin of the day in 4:47 at 133 and freshman Freddy Junko had a 6-0 win at 141. Sophomore Job Chishko had a tough 4-2 win at 149. After three Pioneer victories, sophomore Zach Brown scored a 4-3 … rest of story at https://vmikeydets.com/news/2021/1/9/wrestling-vmi-cruises-to-30-9-win-over-sacred-heart.aspx?mc_cid=a7ee94d0b8&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
12 } – Panthers Take Down Lincoln, Fall to Midway
OWENSBORO, KY. – The Kentucky Wesleyan College wrestling team matched-up against Lincoln College and Midway on Saturday afternoon at Jones Gymnasium. The Panthers picked-up a 24-21 win over Lincoln, but fell to Midway later in the day. The Panthers set a quick pace in their first three matches. Adam Bender, Nick Ornelas, and Caleb Craig each pinned their opponents. Bender’s match lasted just a 1:13 while Craig and Ornelas recorded pins in the second period. After a loss at 141, the Panthers built a 24-3 lead … rest of story at https://kwcpanthers.com/news/2021/1/9/wrestling-panthers-take-down-lincoln-fall-to-midway.aspx?mc_cid=a7ee94d0b8&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
College Schedules – 2021 – # 4
TDR Editor’s Notes ; We expect this to be our last group of postings about schedules of college teams. Also have the upcoming months of USA Wrestling’s schedule (#10). The last article is a group of postponements which have popped up due to the Corona-Virus restrictions and impacts. We welcome input. E-mail us at the Editor’s office at martinkfleming@gmail.com
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1 } – Greensboro Men’s Wrestling Re-tools Schedule
GREENSBORO, N.C.—Greensboro College Men’s Wrestling Coach Kevin Birmingham announced a re-tooled 2020-2021 schedule earlier today that condenses what is normally a longer season schedule. All scheduled times and meets are subject to change throughout the season and additions can be made to the schedule at any moment. All familiar foes within the regional collegiate wrestling scene grace the condensed schedule this Winter, beginning at the Averett tri-meet Wednesday, January 20th. The Pride will tangle with both the Cougars and Patrick Henry Community College throughout the evening, beginning at 6:00 p.m. The tri-meet will feature the first matchup with the Patriots in program history. The Pride and the Cougars face off, head-to-head, for the fourth time in series history with Averett claiming a 2-1 advantage all-time against Greensboro. The Pride also boast another win at Averett, claiming victory in the 16-team Averett Invitational in 2018-2019. Allen University travels from Columbia, S.C. to face the Pride inside the Reynolds Center Gym Friday, January 22nd at 7 p.m. This is the second head-to-head match between Greensboro and Allen with the Pride claiming a 49-3 victory on February 2nd, 2017 in a tri-meet at St. Andrews University.
… rest of story at https://greensborocollegesports.com/news/2021/1/8/mens-wrestling-re-tools-schedule.aspx?mc_cid=a7ee94d0b8&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
2 } – WALDORF MEN’S WRESTLING ADDS SEVEN DUAL MATCHES TO SCHEDULE FOR MONTH OF JANUARY
FOREST CITY, Iowa – The Waldorf men’s wrestling team is set to showcase its talent this month as the Warriors announced three new dates on their schedule that will feature Waldorf competing head-to-head in seven duals. To get things started, the Warriors will head to William Penn in Oskaloosa, Iowa, next Tuesday, Jan. 12, for a triangular with the host Statesmen along with Graceland. Action in the three-way dual is tentatively set to begin at 4 p.m. for the Warriors against Graceland, and at 5 p.m. against William Penn. Waldorf then heads to Orange City, Iowa, on Saturday, Jan. 16, for a quad-dual hosted by Northwestern. … rest of story at http://www.waldorfwarriors.com/article/3886.php?mc_cid=afb669e366&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
3 } – Colorado School of Mines Wrestling Announces Dual Schedule
2021 Mines Wrestling Schedule
GOLDEN, Colo. – #16 Colorado School of Mines has announced its wrestling schedule for the 2021 season. The Orediggers will wrestle an RMAC schedule against the five other schools who have opted to compete this season, while also adding a season-opening dual against #12 Fort Hays State on Jan. 14. Four meets will be at home: FHSU, Colorado Mesa (Jan. 23), Western Colorado (Feb. 6), and Chadron State (Feb. 11) with two on the road at Adams State (Jan. 30) and CSU Pueblo (Feb. 14). Postseason plans may change but for now, NCAA Super Region 6 Championships are scheduled for Feb. 27 in Alamosa, and NCAA Championships begin March 12 at a site to be announced. … rest of story at https://minesathletics.com/news/2021/1/5/wrestling-announces-dual-schedule.aspx?mc_cid=afb669e366&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
4 } – No. 11 @ASUWrestling Releases Full 2021 Schedule
TEMPE – No. 11 Arizona State Wrestling announced the Sun Devils’ 2021 schedule Monday, a slate that features eight total events and a pair of home duals vs. Cal POLY and Cal State Bakersfield. “It’s finally here, the wrestling season is about to begin and we’re excited to compete,” head coach Zeke Jones said. “It’s been a long training phase and the team is anxious to face someone else on the mat besides ourselves. Competing will give us a chance to find out where we’re at.” … rest of story at https://thesundevils.com/news/2021/1/5/no-11-asuwrestling-releases-full-2021-schedule.aspx?mc_cid=afb669e366&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
5 } – Binghamton Wrestling announces schedule, prepares for 2021 season
Bearcats led by strong junior class and new faces, ready to make immediate impact
The Binghamton University wrestling team has been persistent and hopeful as it prepared for the possibility of a 2021 season, which is now set to commence this weekend with a home dual. The Bearcats will kick off the season against Rider on Saturday in the West Gym. “I am excited for the team to have the opportunity to compete this weekend,” head coach Kyle Borshoff said. “It has been a long road of ups and downs throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, but our athletes are pumped for the chance to compete.”
Schedule : Binghamton’s schedule features four home and three road matches — with a two-week break prior to the EIWA Championships.At home, the Bearcats will take on Rider (Jan. 9), LIU (Jan. 14), Buffalo (Jan. 17) and Hofstra (Feb. 13). … rest of story at https://bubearcats.com/news/2021/1/7/wrestling-announces-schedule-prepares-for-2021-season.aspx?mc_cid=4a4f0e7778&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
6 } – Big Ten Network Announces 2021 Big Ten Wrestling Schedule
Big Ten Network Announces 2021 Big Ten Wrestling Schedule
CHICAGO, Ill. – The Big Ten Network today announced its schedule for the 2021 Big Ten Wrestling season, featuring at least 18 scheduled duals in a conference-only slate beginning on Friday, Jan. 8. Ten Big Ten teams are currently ranked in the top 20 of Trackwrestling’s rankings, including the four of the top five. No. 1 Iowa, No. 2 Michigan, No. 3 Penn State, No. 5 Nebraska, No. 7 Ohio State, No. 10 Rutgers, No. 12 Northwestern, No. 13 Minnesota, No. 17 Michigan State and No. 19 Purdue lead the way for the nation’s top wrestling conference. Wrestling coverage begins with a top-15 doubleheader tonight, as No. 2 Michigan takes on No. 10 Rutgers at 7 p.m. ET, before No. 13 Minnesota visits No. 5 Nebraska at 9 p.m. ET. Additional highlights include a matchup of No. 1 Iowa vs. No. 2 Michigan at noon ET on Sunday, Jan. 31, a rivalry doubleheader on Feb. 12 with No. 7 Ohio State visiting No. 2 Michigan at 7 p.m. ET before No. 1 Iowa takes on No. 3 Penn State at 9 p.m. ET and No. 3 Penn State traveling to Columbus to face No. 7 Ohio State at 7 p.m. ET on Friday, Feb. 19. Shane Sparks, who was recently named as the NWMA Broadcaster of the Year, and newcomer Ray Flores will provide play-by-play alongside analysts Jim Gibbons and Tim Johnson to anchor BTN’s dual meet coverage. … rest of story at https://www.trackwrestling.com/PortalPost.jsp?TIM=1610165795337&twSessionId=wvbstjdkts&postId=946059135&mc_cid=c6c3fe425c&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
7 } – Schedule Changes for Navy Wrestling
ANNAPOLIS, Md.—In consultation with Patriot League officials and American University, the Navy men’s and women’s basketball programs will host American this weekend in a doubleheader on Saturday and Sunday at Alumni Hall. The men’s game will tip at 12 noon both days, while the women will follow at 3 PM. No fans will be allowed on either day, but all four games will be televised on ESPN+ and will be available on the radio on WNAV (1430 AM / 99.9 FM). The two programs will meet again in a doubleheader at American on Saturday, Feb. 6 and Sunday, Feb. 7. … rest of story at https://navysports.com/news/2021/1/11/schedule-changes-for-navy-wrestling.aspx?mc_cid=01186bea70&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
8 } – VMI wrestling schedule altered for Saturday
LEXINGTON, Va. – The VMI wrestling team’s schedule for its home date this Saturday in Cormack Hall has been changed. Ohio University will take the place of Presbyterian College in the tri-match with VMI and Campbell University. The new schedule for Saturday, Jan. 16 is as follows:
3:30 p.m. VMI vs. Ohio University
5:15 p.m. Ohio University vs. Campbell University
7 p.m. VMI vs. Campbell University … rest of story at https://vmikeydets.com/news/2021/1/11/vmi-wrestling-schedule-altered-for-saturday.aspx?mc_cid=01186bea70&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
9} – Washington and Lee Announces 2020-21 Wrestling Schedule
LEXINGTON, Va. – Washington and Lee University has announced its 2020-21 wrestling schedule, which is slated to begin on Saturday, February 6 with a road tilt against Ferrum College at 4:00 pm. The Generals will contest a five-match regular-season schedule, which features two home contests. The Generals’ first match in the newly opened Duchossois Athletic and Recreation Center will be on Friday, February 12 when W&L hosts Shenandoah at 6:30 pm. The Hornets will be competing in wrestling for the first time this winter.
W&L also has a home date with Southern Virginia on Wednesday, … rest of story at https://generalssports.com/news/2021/1/11/washington-and-lee-announces-2020-21-wrestling-schedule.aspx?mc_cid=7d0bae3ce9&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
10 } – COMPLETE LIST OF USA WRESTLING SANCTIONED EVENTS FOR THE NEXT THREE MONTHS, AS OF JANUARY 11, WITH 34 NEW EVENTS
USA Wrestling is regularly publishing a list of sanctioned events as our nation and our sport comes back from the COVID-19 pandemic. In this article, there are 101 tournaments/clinics listed from 14 different states over the next three months. Since our posting on January 4, there are 34 additional events which have been added to the list. The new additions are marked in bold. The list provides an easy reference for athletes, coaches and families, in order to make plans for competitions moving forward. Not only is USA Wrestling providing events on its national schedule, but many state associations and local clubs are also developing events for athletes of all ages to participate in.
Our list will include events by date, as well as events by state.
It was a big week again for Ohio, which added 10 more sanctioned events. Virginia was active with seven more events. Wisconsin and Indiana added four new events, with Missouri adding three. Kentucky and Texas added two more events. Georgia and Nebraska also added a new sanctioned event. This information is also available through USA Wrestling’s membership system, TheMat.com website and on usawevents.com by using the system’s sort capability, but this posting will be an easy-to-use format for you to use in your planning. … rest of story at https://www.teamusa.org/USA-Wrestling/Features/2021/January/11/USA-Wrestling-sanctioned-events-for-the-next-three-months-as-of-Jan-11?mc_cid=01186bea70&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
11 } – #1 Iowa and other college programs want complete 2021 NCAA season
By Mike Finn
Tom Brands, like all of his fellow Big Ten Conference wrestling coaches, had to wait until after Christmas to learn when his wrestlers will compete in a shortened 2021 season that began this past week and ends March 20 with the 2021 NCAA Division I Championships at the Enterprise Center in St. Louis. College wrestling normally starts in late November and lasts five months in a season that includes early-season individual tournaments — like the Cliff Keen Las Vegas Invitational, Midlands and Southern Scuffle — but this Division I season will only last two months as teams will only compete in a dual-meet schedule. … rest of story at https://www.win-magazine.com/2021/01/05/1-iowa-and-other-college-programs-want-complete-2021-ncaa-season/?mc_cid=afb669e366&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b#utm_source=feedly&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=1-iowa-and-other-college-programs-want-complete-2021-ncaa-season
12 } – POSTPONEMENT – CANCELLATIONS
No.5 Men’s Wrestling Postpones Friday’s Dual with Central Missouri
(LEBANON, Ill. – Jan. 12) – The No.5 McKendree University men’s wrestling team has postponed their home dual with University of Central Missouri. … rest of story at https://mckbearcats.com/news/2021/1/12/no-5-mens-wrestling-postpones-fridays-dual-with-central-missouri.aspx?mc_cid=7d0bae3ce9&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
SMSU WRESTLING VERSUS UMARY ON THURSDAY CANCELED
MARSHALL, Minn. – Officials from Southwest Minnesota State University and the University of Mary announced today that the SMSU versus UMary wrestling match scheduled for this Thursday in Marshall has been canceled due to COVID-19 testing protocols.
Per Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference guidelines, the match will not be rescheduled. SMSU, 1-0 overall, will next be in action on Thursday, Jan. 21, … rest of story at https://smsumustangs.com/news/2021/1/12/smsu-wrestling-versus-umary-on-thursday-canceled.aspx?mc_cid=7d0bae3ce9&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
Tiger wrestling’s home dual against Lindsey Wilson postponed
CAMPBELLSVILLE, Ky. – With the Battle of Highway 55 men’s wrestling dual scheduled for this Friday in Campbellsville, COVID-19 protocols will postpone the dual between Campbellsville and Lindsey Wilson College. Complications within the Blue Raider program will force the dual to be moved to a later date as the coaching staff of both programs will hope to reschedule the event for next week, but the make-up date has yet to be determined. … rest of story at https://campbellsvilletigers.com/news/2021/1/12/mens-wrestling-tigers-wrestlings-home-dual-against-lindsey-wilson-postponed.aspx?mc_cid=7d0bae3ce9&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
High School News (2021) – # 2
TDR Editor’s Notes ; With high school wrestling in North Carolina being postponed until the late spring we look to what is happening in other states. In Minnesota the schools are starting competition while it has been cancelled or postponed in New England and elsewhere. Will keep updating this as the changes develop.
E-mail us at the Editor’s office at martinkfleming@gmail.com
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1 } – Ethan Kyle is back in the saddle again at Stillwater High School
Ethan Kyle left his position as Wyoming assistant to become the head coach at Stillwater High School. Kyle returns to a place he once called home. … rest of podcast and story at https://www.trackwrestling.com/PortalPlayer.jsp?TIM=1607659624654&twSessionId=xmxldkruwf&videoId=896257135&mc_cid=d179f0f753&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
2 } – Delbarton, Bergen Catholic to meet in outdoor wrestling match
The Delbarton-Bergen Catholic rivalry will add a new chapter in the spring. The high-powered wrestling programs are scheduled to meet April 10 — outdoors, at Bergen Catholic’s Jack McGovern Field. The new turf, named in honor of the Crusaders’ athletic director who died from pancreatic cancer last fall, was dedicated on Oct. 17. Morris Hills will host sister school Morris Knolls at Gifford Field on the same day, according to Scarlet Knights athletic director Rob Haraka. They are believed to be the first outdoor high school wrestling matches scheduled in New Jersey. “I don’t think there’s any down side to it,” … rest of story at https://www.dailyrecord.com/story/sports/high-school/wrestling/2020/12/11/nj-wrestling-delbarton-bergen-catholic-meet-outdoor-match/3895844001/?mc_cid=afaeddd782&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
3 } – Cedar Rapids Xavier wrestler Christian Stanek displays tough style with increasing success
CEDAR RAPIDS — Christian Stanek exudes toughness. Cedar Rapids Xavier’s hard-nosed and relentless two-time state wrestling medalist has found success with a bit of an edge. By the time the holiday break comes, he’ll show more effects of that approach. “If you look at him now, he’s pretty,” Xavier Coach Ryan Chambers said with a laugh. “His face is pretty. You see him in two weeks and he won’t be so pretty, because he leads with his head. He’s just so tough. “He’s real tenacious. He wants to set a lot of records here and part of doing that is being tough.”
Class 3A’s fourth-ranked 145-pounder improved to 6-0 this season, including his fifth pin, and earned one of four victories for the Saints in a 54-21 loss to Dubuque Hempstead in a Mississippi Valley Conference wrestling dual Thursday night at Ron Thillen Gymnasium. This season has opened with dominance, which was evident in his 2:21 fall … rest of story at https://www.thegazette.com/subject/sports/iowa-prep-sports/wrestling/cedar-rapids-xavier-wrestler-christian-stanek-displays-tough-style-with-increasing-success-20201210?mc_cid=afaeddd782&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
4 } – It’s our wrestling Field of Dreams.
In the middle of a cornfield in Beresford, South Dakota, @LegendsOfGold provides one of the most unique opportunities for young wrestlers across the country. … rest of story at https://twitter.com/MidcoSN/status/1338544287068327938?mc_cid=2646a1a5c8&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
5 } – Five high school wrestling dynasties you should know about
There is nothing like winning a prep championship for yourself or for your school. Below are five high school wrestling dynasties you should know about as the season progresses.
Blair Academy (Blairstown, New Jersey)
Although the Buccaneers placed second at the 2020 National Prep Championships, Blair Academy has secured a special place in wrestling history. The Buccaneers won their first prep title in 1974 and added 39 more in the intervening years for a total of 40. Add in eight Blair wrestlers who went on to win 14 NCAA Division I titles, 68 All-American finishes, and Bobby Weaver’s 1984 Olympic gold medal — and you have a high school wrestling dynasty.
St. Edward (Lakewood, Ohio)
How does 38 combined traditional and state championships sound? Pretty good if you wrestled for St. Edward High School. Jim Heffernan (Iowa), Ryan Bertin (Michigan), and Dean Heil (Oklahoma State) became NCAA champions with an additional 33 Division I All-Americans honors … rest of story at https://www.trackwrestling.com/PortalPost.jsp?TIM=1608524184096&twSessionId=uwbpbtudbb&postId=915112135&mc_cid=ed5fd11129&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
6 } – Pandemic leads to restrictions for Wisconsin prep wrestlers
LORENCE, Wis. — The COVID-19 pandemic has brought several changes to Wisconsin high school wrestling. The Wisconsin Interscholastic Athletic Association has restricted wrestling teams to one dual meet every six to seven days. There will be no tournaments or multi-team meets this season. The Florence-Niagara Northwoods Storm wrestling team has entered into a COVID-19 co-op with the Crivitz wrestling team. As of now, the postseason tournament is scheduled for Jan 30. Because of the one dual meet per week rule, the WIAA has granted a one-year COVID-19 co-op for dual meets only. “With us only having a couple healthy wrestlers and only able to wrestle in dual format events, this seemed to be a good opportunity for all,” said Florence athletic director Kris Johnson. Ed Kelley returns as the Storm’s head coach. If the WIAA postseason is still on by the end of the season, the schools will go back to their pre COVID-19 co-op division for postseason competition. Returning to this year’s Storm roster are sophomore Caitlyn Kelley, a sectional qualifier last season, and sophomore Andar Olson. Joining them are sophomore Leonard Hannah and freshman Isaiah Fennessy. … rest of story at https://www.ironmountaindailynews.com/sports/local-sports/2020/12/pandemic-leads-to-restrictions-for-wisconsin-prep-wrestlers/?mc_cid=ed5fd11129&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
7 } – ‘I think as a community we should expect more’
Justin Bronson, who has coached and taught at Righetti High School for about 10 years, is hoping to make progress on an issue he’s seen in the Santa Maria Valley. But his work isn’t just beginning. Bronson has long been working to provide more athletic opportunities for those middle school students in the area.
Part I: Where are the junior high sports in the Santa Maria Valley? Justin Bronson campaigns for more opportunities
Recently, Bronson developed a youth wrestling program that consisted of a partnership between high school coaches who would offer their services to local junior highs for a league that was free of charge for students. Still, there was resistance from area school districts to help get the program off the ground. Bronson eventually had to work outside the school districts to get the league off the ground. … rest of story at https://santamariatimes.com/sports/high-school/part-ii-i-think-as-a-community-we-should-expect-more/article_5e6a4e49-7466-5d28-adb9-d16b4f60b2b1.html?mc_cid=ed5fd11129&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
8 } – SPECIAL REPORT: Wrestling with the pandemic
IOWA’S NEWS NOW — More than three decades and 500 dual wins into his career as a high school head wrestling coach (the majority of those years spent at Williamsburg High School), Grant Eckenrod knows how to adjust to change. That doesn’t mean there wasn’t some anxiety about the unknown entering a season amid the COVID-19 pandemic. “Going into the first week of practice, I was a little bit nervous,” Eckenrod says during a mid-week practice in December. “Usually, you’re excited. You’re ready to get the season going. But I was a little bit nervous. Just didn’t want to make a bad decision or do something wrong that may get a kid sick or a coach sick.” “It’s not gonna be perfect,” he says of preparing extra protections against the virus for his team, “but it can be done if you just take every precaution you can, try to do the right things, and hopefully it works out for you.” … rest of story at https://cbs2iowa.com/news/local/special-report-wrestling-with-the-pandemic?mc_cid=4edc48d477&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
9} – Wrestling amid a pandemic has made it a challenge for Vikings on mats
High school wrestlers normally compete 50 or more times during a season with the goal to finish at the state meet. Nothing is normal in 2020. Tennessee High is like everyone else, trying to find matches that haven’t been affected by positive tests or contact tracing related to COVID-19. “Just scrambling, just trying to find anything we possibly can to fill in,” said Tennessee High wrestling coach Tim Marshall, whose Vikings have wrestled in just two meets since the season began, including this past weekend in Elizabethton. “The problem is everybody is in the same situation. Two of the schools that were supposed to be in the tournament this weekend had to cancel because of exposure. “We had one of them scheduled for a dual and that is out too. It is just a constant thing that you have to be willing to roll with the changes as they come. We are going to go from typically a wrestler getting 50 to 55 matches down to 20 or maybe 25 if we are lucky.” … rest of story at https://heraldcourier.com/townnews/sport/prep-wrestling-wrestling-amid-a-pandemic-has-made-it-a-challenge-for-vikings-on-mats/article_cd70aff6-4598-11eb-97d3-9774482d37e3.html?mc_cid=fecb1aa0c2&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
10 } – Popolizio planning ‘Journeymen New York State Championships’ wrestling event … in Pennsylvania
Journeymen Wrestling Club owner and operator Frank Popolizio is in the process of putting together an April tournament for high school-level New York wrestlers that will be held in Pennsylvania, which currently has its high school and club sports on pause. Popolizio’s prep for the Journeymen New York State Championships is taking place while COVID-19 cases are on the rise both nationally and internationally, and also while COVID-19 vaccinations are starting to take place. “We were able to host an event in November that met all the requirements and protocols,” Popolizio said of the Journeymen Adidas Fall Classic that ran Nov. 21-22 at Spooky Nook Sports in Manheim, Pennsylvania. “This event is four months away. [By April], I am pretty sure we’ll be back to pre-surge numbers.” Pennsylvania Governor Tom Wolf’s executive order on Dec. 10 contains a section dedicated to varsity athletics: “Section 8: Interscholastic athletics, intrascholastic athletics, and intrastate and interstate sports leagues and tournaments are suspended for all sports.” The governor’s order is effective through Jan. 4, 2021. Currently, college and professional athletic events there can be held without spectators. Pennsylvania also has its own travel ordinance in effect from Dec. 17, which mandates that travelers entering … rest of story at https://dailygazette.com/2020/12/22/popolizio-planning-journeymen-new-york-state-championships-wrestling-event-in-pennsylvania/?mc_cid=f9e49e1788&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
11 } – Minnesota High school wrestling gets the green light to begin competitions on Jan. 14
BROOKLYN CENTER, Minn. — Winter sports contests and competitions under sponsorship of the Minnesota State High School League may resume beginning Thursday, Jan. 14, 2021, after updated information within COVID-19 Youth and Adult Sports was announced today by the Minnesota Department of Health. Included in the announcement was the release of a new document COVID-19 Sports Practice Guidance for Youth and Adults. This new guidance and information is an important step as the League continues forward with a winter season model approved by the Board of Directors. This flexible model will be adapted to include the start of practice on Jan. 4 and the start of competitions on Jan. 14. The League continues to work with member schools to provide leadership and support to ensure the safest possible return to sports and activities. “These experiences are so important to students and they have been anxiously waiting to get these winter seasons started,” MSHSL Executive Director Erich Martens said. “By implementing these safety protocols recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics and required by the Minnesota Department of Health, we have the best chance … rest of story at https://theguillotine.com/2020/12/high-school-wrestling-gets-the-green-light-to-begin-competitions-on-jan-14/?mc_cid=c19dc39a02&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
12 } – CIAC delays start of winter season, including wrestling, until mid-January
The Connecticut Interscholastic Athletic Conference’s (CIAC) Board of Control voted Tuesday to postpone the start of the scholastic winter sports season until Tuesday, January 19, 2021 due to the COVID-19 pandemic. That is the first date that practices could held. With sports requiring 10 days of practices, competition could possibly begin in the first week of February. Glenn Lungarini, executive director of the CIAC, all sports are currently scheduled to start, including wrestling, which is currently classified as a high-risk sport by the Connecticut Department of Health. A decision on wrestling would be made in January. The Department of Health issued guidelines last week that doesn’t recommend any wrestling matches or practices be allowed this winter in Connecticut. Wrestling is classified as a high-risk sport by the state. COVID-19 infection rates have been on the rise in Connecticut and around the country. Connecticut Gov. Ned Lamont reported Tuesday that 1,702 state residents tested positive for the virus with a 5.16 positivity rate. … rest of story at https://ctwrestling.com/2020/11/ciac-delays-start-of-winter-sports-season-including-wrestling-until-mid-january/3545/?mc_cid=97ab69a0c8&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
College Wrestler Honors & Individual Stories – 2021 – # 1
TDR Editor’s Notes ; The following are articles about individual college wrestlers that we read a while back but have been slow to pass along. Some are of awards earned and recognitions as well as stories about how wrestling impacted the student-athletes’ lives. Also included are some rankings as those continue to be of interest and provide content for some wrestling chatter. Enjoy E-mail us at the Editor’s office at martinkfleming@gmail.com
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1 } – WIN’s October 2020 TPI and Individual Rankings
WIN’s October 2020 Preseason NCAA Division I TPI and Rankings
The following is an update of WIN Magazine’s 2020-21 preseason NCAA Division I national rankings. This includes WIN’s Tournament Power Index (TPI), which is an accumulation of a team’s potential NCAA tournament points that are associated with each team’s ranked wrestler’s individual rankings that are included in these preseason rankings. … rest of story at https://www.win-magazine.com/2020/10/13/wins-october-2020-tpi-and-individual-rankings/?mc_cid=2844d9a77e&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b#utm_source=feedly&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=wins-october-2020-tpi-and-individual-rankings
2 } – Seasons derailed, programs cut: Athletes face emotional blow as pandemic uproots college sports
Early mornings, late nights, countless hours of training. And now, perhaps nothing to show for it.
That’s a glimpse at the uncertainty for college athletes across the country who have had seasons derailed. In some cases, their programs have even been cut altogether as schools react to the health risks and financial ripples of COVID-19. The pandemic has shaken the college sports scene to its core, dealing an emotional blow to athletes as they’re forced to stay on their toes about the status of their careers. Some college football conferences have made a loud return to action, but many athletes in lower revenue sports – the runners, swimmers, golfers, and soccer players – are still waiting to take the field or hear if they’ll be able to compete again. … rest of story at https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/education/2020/10/11/college-sports-cut-seasons-canceled-student-athletes-feel-abandoned/3585109001/?mc_cid=aabea4b794&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
3 } – Eierman solid in Iowa debut, Gadson takes second
CORALVILLE, Iowa – Jaydin Eierman didn’t get everything he wanted at the USA Wrestling Senior Nationals, but the new addition to the University of Iowa roster got a taste of what life as a Hawkeye is all about. Eierman, a graduate transfer preparing for his senior season with the Hawkeyes, emphatically earned a fifth-place finish at 65 kilograms Sunday and endeared himself to Iowa fans in attendance at the Xtream Arena with the aggressive way he attacked throughout the weekend. After losing 10-0 by technical fall to three-time Stanford and Ohio State All-American and top-seeded Joey McKenna in the consolation semifinals, Eierman pinned former Rutgers All-American Matt Kolodzik in his final match of the tournament. After giving up a step out point early in his fifth-place match, Eierman put Kolodzik on his back and recorded the fall in 1 minute, 9 seconds. He finished the tournament with a 5-2 record that included two technical falls, a pair of pins and an appreciation of where he’s at. … rest of story at https://qctimes.com/sports/college/wrestling/eierman-solid-in-iowa-debut-gadson-takes-second/article_fe8ae0dd-c4d8-59b4-bdca-8849fd6b51d1.html?mc_cid=aabea4b794&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
4 } – Nebraska wrestling finds success, off-season preparation at Senior Nationals
The last time Nebraska wrestlers competed as a team, it was for a Big Ten Championship. The team’s other postseason opportunity, the NCAA Championships, was canceled soon after. Seven months later, Nebraska returned by bringing 22 wrestlers to compete in USA Wrestling’s Senior Nationals from Oct. 9-11. This was also two months after the team was able to come back together in Lincoln for training. “It was great for our sport,” head coach Mark Manning said. “We’ve been training for seven weeks in our facility with no positive tests. It showed that we have a disciplined team and the guys are serious about their craft. It was great to get back into it.” The meet was held outside of Iowa City, Iowa, which is where clubs, teams and individuals of all collegiate classes and above were allowed to compete. 22 Huskers went to the event … rest of story at http://www.dailynebraskan.com/sports/nebraska-wrestling-finds-success-off-season-preparation-at-senior-nationals/article_d3d9f16c-11a0-11eb-93bf-9b0690273c78.html?mc_cid=c883bf378a&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
5 } – Sit down with Spencer Lee and learn more about the Hodge Trophy winner
Spencer Lee talks about his several topics, including his Sullivan Award surprise, his upcoming bout at the HWC Showdown Open, learning from losses, and he plays a game of rapid-fire with Shane Sparks. … rest of podcast and story at https://www.trackwrestling.com/PortalPlayer.jsp?TIM=1603766880144&twSessionId=uvmzrzlxcu&videoId=872136135&mc_cid=5358e83a0f&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
6 } – 10 Questions with Cayden Rooks
BLOOMINGTON, Ind.– Cayden Rooks made an immediately impact in his first season in Bloomington. Rooks was second on the team in wins with 21 wins in the 2019-20 season. He tallied a 21-13 overall record, 6-4 mark in dual matches and 4-4 record in Big Ten dual matches.
If someone asked you to describe what it’s like to compete in the Big Ten for wrestling, what would you tell them?
I would tell them that every week it’s a battle. The Big Ten is the toughest conference in the NCAA for a reason.
What is the one habit you have picked up because of the pandemic that you will keep?
I have made it a habit to use hand sanitizer more frequently so I will probably keep that up after the pandemic is over.
What is one of your favorite songs that you know all the words to?
That’s a tough question haha. I would have to say it’s Tennessee Whiskey by Chris Stapleton though. … rest of story at https://iuhoosiers.com/news/2020/10/5/wrestling-10-questions-with-cayden-rooks.aspx?mc_cid=bbb5286d21&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
7 } – Know The ‘Chos: Heath Gray
The University of Central Oklahoma athletic department is showcasing its student-athletes each Monday this fall with a quick glance at who your favorite Bronchos are on and off the mat in a segment called Know The ‘Chos, sponsored by McBride Orthopedic Hospital.
Up this week is two-time All-American wrestler Heath Gray, who is poised to post one of the best winning percentages in the school’s illustrious history as he enters his final season on the mat this winter. Gray started his collegiate career at Newman, where he spent one season. He sat out a redshirt season upon arrival at UCO in 2017-17 and posted a 14-1 record competing unattached in various open tournaments that year. For his official record, Gray began … rest of story at https://bronchosports.com/news/2020/10/12/wrestling-know-the-chos-heath-gray.aspx?mc_cid=9d92b7854a&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
8 } – Paulsen named GPAC Wrestler of the Week
Chris Paulsen of the Briar Cliff wrestling team has been named this week’s GPAC Wrestler of the Week.
Paulsen, a senior from Raymond, Iowa, was the underdog in a matchup with Marcus Urban of Dakota Wesleyan, who ranks 11th in the NAIA at 165. Paulsen pinned Urban in 2:40 to give the Chargers a 32-0 lead as they cruised to a 44-6 win over the Tigers. … rest of story at https://bcuchargers.com/news/2020/12/2/wrestling-paulsen-named-gpac-wrestler-of-the-week.aspx?mc_cid=580d0bc2a3&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
9} – LAWSON EARNS MSC WRESTLER OF THE WEEK HONOR
COLUMBIA, Ky. – Trevor Lawson of the Lindsey Wilson wrestling team has been tabbed the MSC Wrestler of the Week, Conference officials announced on Monday. Lawson helped the Blue Raiders with four dual wins on the week with two dominating wins over nationally-ranked opponents. The sophomore won in a technical fall over No. 9-ranked Marian’s (Ind.) Austin Lane — who is ranked eighth at 197 points — in Lindsey Wilson’s 31-20 win over the Knights. He finished the day by pinning No. 10-ranked Cumberland’s (Tenn.) River Henry — ranked No. 17 in the NAIA — in one minute and 51 seconds. Earlier in the week he added a win over Daulton Mayer on a 7-0 decision in the Blue Raiders 48-0 win over Thomas More. He also won on forfeiture in the Blue Raiders 57-0 win over Rio Grande (Ohio). … rest of story at http://www.lindseyathletics.com/article/12904.php?skipSplash=1&mc_cid=c2c44a5110&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b&skipSplash=1&skipSplash=1
10 } – WRESTLING WITH FINANCE
Editor’s Note: This story first appeared in the December issue of Hawk Talk Monthly, the official e-magazine of the Iowa Hawkeyes. The publication was named best in the nation in 2018, 2019 and 2020. To read Hawk Talk Monthly, click HERE.
By DARREN MILLER hawkeyesports.com
IOWA CITY, Iowa — Beth Kemerer’s hunch was correct. Her son, Michael, was a math guy.
Michael Kemerer, a three-time wrestling All-American for the University of Iowa, understands numbers like his 75-7 career record, 41-1 dual mark and 173 dual points scored. But his fascination with numbers has more significance in the classroom. It led Kemerer to earning a bachelor’s degree in finance and he is currently in his third semester of graduate school, pursuing a master’s degree in finance.
Kemerer’s undergraduate and graduate grade-point averages have hovered around 3.3 and 3.4 (on a 4.0 scale). Four times he has been named Academic All-Big Ten, he has also been recognized as a scholar-athlete by the National Wrestling Coaches Association. … rest of story at https://hawkeyesports.com/news/2020/12/14/wrestling-with-finance/?mc_cid=2646a1a5c8&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
11 } – SPENCER LEE TO BE PRESENTED AAU SULLIVAN AWARD
IOWA CITY, Iowa — University of Iowa senior Spencer Lee will be presented the AAU James E. Sullivan Award on Saturday prior the Iowa Football game at Kinnick Stadium. The presentation is streamed live on Game Day Live at hawkeyesports.com. Lee is the fifth wrestler in the history of the award to be recognized. He joins Bruce Baumgartner, Rulon Gardner, John Smith and Kyle Snyder as past amateur wrestling award winners. Lee is a two-time NCAA champion and winner of the 2020 Hodge Trophy. … rest of story at https://hawkeyesports.com/news/2020/12/11/spencer-lee-to-be-presented-aau-sullivan-award/?mc_cid=afaeddd782&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
12 } -NORTJE EARNS GPAC WRESTLER OF THE WEEK
Hauff Mid-America Sports/GPAC Wrestler-of-the-Week Announced (Sioux City, Iowa) – The Great Plains Athletic Conference (GPAC) and Hauff Mid-America Sports are proud to announce the following wrestler-of-the-week for contests played Nov. 30 – Dec. 6, 2020. Hauff Mid-America Sports is the presenting sponsor of the 2020-2021 GPAC Players-of-the-Week and Players and Coaches-of-the-Year awards program.
Hauff Mid-America Sports/GPAC Wrestler-of-the-Week … rest of story at http://www.hastingsbroncos.com/article/3593.php?mc_cid=372ecbefe1&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b#.X9gOVthKhPY
College Results – 2021 – #4
TDR Editor’s Notes ; Just some of the matches wrestled last week from the 6th-8th. Check the address for the story and click it or copy & paste it to get the full story. Some of the articles will havephotos and videos. Some of the teams are in Division II but most are in Division I. Great to see many schools wrestling.
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1 } – MUSTANGS RESUME 2020-21 SLATE WITH SOUTH DAKOTA SWEEP
RAPID CITY, S.D. – The upper weights trio of senior Jonah Egli (SR/Fort Dodge, Iowa) (Fort Dodge, Iowa), sophomore Kaimana McCreadie (SO/Irvine, Calif.) (Irvine, Calif.), and freshman Kasten Grape (FR/Columbus, Neb.) (Columbus, Neb.) spearheaded a strong midweek performance by Morningside College Wednesday, Jan. 6. Egli, manning the 174-pound weight class, ran his personal win streak to six and personal record to 7-1 with his third and fourth falls of the year. McCreadie, improving to 4-2 at his 184-pound slot, took a major decision and forfeit. Grape, whose impressive first-year campaign at 197 continued to grow in stature, was a winner by technical fall and a forfeit that increased his mark to 9-3. With those six positive outcomes included, head coach Jake Stevenson‘s Mustangs moved the season team record needle to 6-2, rolling past fellow Great Plains Athletic Conference member Hastings College 42-11 and North Star Athletic Association foe Dickinson State University 34-12. … rest of story at https://www.msidemustangs.com/article/mens-wrestling/mustangs-resume-2020-21-slate-with-south-dakota-sweep?mc_cid=4295bf0eb8&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
2 } – Cumberland Downs No. 7 Southeastern in Top-10 action
LEBANON, Tenn.–Carter Cox and Patrick Depiazza each posted decisions in the final two matches, and Cole Smith recorded a major decision to help No. 7 Cumberland to a 19-15 victory over seventh-ranked Southeastern in wrestling action Wednesday afternoon at the Dallas Floyd Phoenix Arena.
Wrestling action started today at the 133 weight class with Sixteenth-ranked Xavier Williamson of Southeastern pinning Blaine Fussel quickly to put his team on top 6-0. No. 16 Keshawn Laws and No. 7 Anthony Maia followed that with decisions of their own to tie the match back at 6-6. Laws bested Max Kauffman 10-4 and Maia won a tough bout 5-3. … rest of story at https://www.gocumberlandathletics.com/wrestling/news/2020-21/8372/cumberland-downs-no-7-southeastern-in-top-10-action/?mc_cid=4295bf0eb8&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
3 } – Briar Cliff kicks off 2021 with 55-0 win
The Briar Cliff wrestling team put together a dominant night on the mat Wednesday with a 55-0 win over the Midwald Warriors in Fremont, Nebraska. BC used four pins to help themselves to the shutout victory.
Ben Peters got the matches started for Briar Cliff at 157-lbs. The redshirt junior, ranked third in the GPAC at 157, won by tech fall (16-0) over Antonio Rinn. The Chargers then got three-straight pins from Chris Paulsen (165), Jonathan Sutter (174) and Jake Leicht (184) to push their lead to 23-0. Paulsen is ranked first in the GPAC and 12th in the NAIA as of the latest poll. He beat Chase Engelhardt in 2:36. Sutter’s win over Jeshua Castillo came in 5:30 and Leicht upset Connor Rinn in 2:33. Leicht is unranked in the GPAC at this point in the year while Rinn sits ranked fourth. … rest of story at https://bcuchargers.com/news/2021/1/6/wrestling-kicks-off-2021-with-55-0-win.aspx?mc_cid=4a4f0e7778&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
4 } – No. 20 Wrestling Cruises Past Visiting Emmanuel
PEMBROKE – The 20th-ranked UNC Pembroke wrestling team registered 19 takedowns, eight near falls and a pair of reversals to key nine individual victories that helped the Braves breeze past visiting Emmanuel, 41-4, on Thursday evening at Lumbee Guaranty Bank Court. The result kept the Black & Gold (2-0) perfect through two dual meets, while also giving the hosts back-to-back victories in the series with Emmanuel (0-3). UNCP has now captured three of the four matchups all-time with the Lions, and Thursday’s result marked the most lopsided win for either team in the series. The hosts got the night started with three-straight wins, including two with bonus points, to build a 12-0 lead, before Dalton Flint helped Emmanuel get on the board with a major decision in the 149-pount bout. That would be all she wrote for the Lions, however, as UNCP closed the dual with six-straight victories, including a trio of bonus-point wins. … rest of story at https://uncpbraves.com/news/2021/1/7/no-20-wrestling-cruises-past-visiting-emmanuel.aspx?mc_cid=4a4f0e7778&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
5 } – #1 St. Cloud State opens season in top order with 31-3 victory
The #1 ranked St. Cloud State University wrestling team (1-0, 1-0 NSIC kicked off its 2020-21 season with a solid 31-3 victory at the University of Mary in Bismarck, N.D. on Jan. 7. The Huskies only lost one match on the evening to gain improve upon their NCAA DII record of 65 consecutive dual match victories, which includes a winning streak dating back to a 22-17 loss vs. Indianapolis on Jan. 14, 2017. The night opened with an 11-4 win by SCSU Jared Head over UMary’s Anthony Velasquez. The Huskies then extended their lead to 6-0 with a 6-3 victory by #1 ranked Devin FitzPatrick over UMary’s #5 Braydon Huber at 165-pounds. … rest of story at https://scsuhuskies.com/news/2021/1/7/wrestling-1-st-cloud-state-opens-season-in-top-order-with-31-3-victory.aspx?mc_cid=4a4f0e7778&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
6 } – SMSU WRESTLING WINS FINAL FOUR BOUTS TO EARN THRILLING SEASON-OPENING WIN AT MSUM
MOORHEAD Minn. – The Southwest Minnesota State wrestling team opened its dual season on Thursday night earning a thrilling come-from-behind victory over No. 25 MSU Moorhead 18-16 at Alex Nemzek Hall.
SMSU trailed 16-6 after six bouts, but rallied back earning victories in the final four matches to secure the victory and pick up its third straight win over MSUM. The comeback started at 174 pounds as Hayden Voxland earned an 11-4 decision to cut the deficit to 16-9. Caden Steffen, in his first match as a Mustangs at 184, trailed late in the match by one points, but Steffen was able to rally and earn a take down and secure an 11-5 victory in the final seconds, to make the score 16-12 in favor of MSUM. … rest of story at https://smsumustangs.com/news/2021/1/7/smsu-wrestling-wins-final-four-bouts-to-earn-thrilling-season-opening-win-at-msum.aspx?mc_cid=4a4f0e7778&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
7 } – No. 10 Mizzou Wrestling Shines in Home-Opening Duals, Coach Smith Earns Win No. 300 as Tigers Head Coach
Tigers roll past No. 21 Central Michigan and (RV) Wyoming Friday
COLUMBIA, Mo. – No. 10 Mizzou Wrestling (5-0, 1-0 MAC) improved to 5-0 on the season after winning its first two home contests of the season. The Tigers defeated No. 21 Central Michigan, 30-6, to start off their Mid-American Conference season at 1-0. Mizzou finished the night with a 29-3 win over (RV) Wyoming. Head Coach Brian Smith put another exclamation point on his historic career at the helm of Mizzou, earning career win No. 300 in his 23 seasons with the Tigers. Mizzou recorded nine wins over ranked opponents, including two victories over top-10 opponents. Redshirt junior Allan Hart defeated Central Michigan’s No. 9 Dresden Simon by a 4-2 decision and redshirt sophomore Zach Elam defeated Wyoming’s No. 9 Brian Andrews by a 2-0 decision. … rest of story at https://mutigers.com/news/2021/1/8/no-10-mizzou-wrestling-shines-in-home-opening-duals-coach-smith-earns-win-no-300-as-tiger-head-coach.aspx?mc_cid=c6c3fe425c&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
8 } – Wolverines Roll at No. 15 Rutgers in Return to Competition Mat
Jan. 8th, 2021 By Leah Howard
» No. 3 Michigan claimed seven matches, taking six of the first seven bouts and earning three bonus wins, to secure a 26-10 win at No. 15 Rutgers in its season opener.
» Freshman Dylan Ragusin set the tone with a first-period fall against No. 20 Nicolas Aguilar in his collegiate debut at 125 pounds; Cameron Amine also won, 11-5, in his varsity debut at 165 pounds.
» Logan Massa and Mason Parris, both ranked second nationally, earned major decisions at 174 pounds and heavyweight, respectively.
Site: Piscataway, N.J. (Rutgers Athletic Center)
Score: #3 Michigan 26, #15 Rutgers 10 Records: U-M (1-0, 1-0 B1G), Rutgers (0-1, 0-1 B1G)
Next U-M Event: Sunday, Jan. 10 — at Maryland (College Park, Md.), 11 a.m.
PISCATAWAY, N.J. — Nine months after the 2019-20 college wrestling season was abruptly canceled by the COVID-19 pandemic, the No. 3-ranked University of Michigan wrestling team rolled to a 26-10 win over No. 15 Rutgers in its return to the competition mat on Friday night (Jan. 8) at the Rutgers Athletic Center. … rest of story at https://mgoblue.com/news/2021/1/8/wrestling-wolverines-roll-at-no-15-rutgers-in-return-to-competition-mat.aspx?mc_cid=c6c3fe425c&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
9} – #25 Northern Colorado sweeps tri-meet in Utah
Northern Colorado picked up a pair of wins over Utah Valley and California Baptist Friday
By: By Ryan Pfeifer, UNCBears.com
DUAL SCORE SHEET UNC VS. CBU
DUAL SCORE SHEET UVU VS. UNC
OREM, Utah – The 25th ranked Northern Colorado wrestling team swept a tri-dual against Utah Valley and California Baptist on Friday afternoon to improve to 3-0 on the year. The Bears dominated California Baptist 35-3 before taking down host Utah Valley 19-16. UNC’s second Big 12 win of the year came thanks in part to key wins by extra points. Northern Colorado and Utah Valley split the matches at five apiece, but the Bears’ four wins by major decision to UVU’s one was the difference in the team score. Northern Colorado dominated CBU in the first dual of the day winning nine of the 10 matches. … rest of story at https://uncbears.com/news/2021/1/8/wrestling-25-northern-colorado-sweeps-tri-meet-in-utah.aspx?mc_cid=c6c3fe425c&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
10 } – UTAH VALLEY TOPS CALIFORNIA BAPTIST 25-16 IN HOME OPENER
OREM, Utah – The Utah Valley University wrestling team won six of the 10 bouts including four by bonus points en route to recording a 25-16 victory over California Baptist on Friday morning at Lockhart Arena.
The dual meet marked the first of a three duals on the day that the Wolverines are hosting between UVU, CBU and No. 25 Northern Colorado. Opening up at 125 pounds, two-time NCAA qualifier and ninth-ranked Wolverine Taylor LaMont helped UVU get off to a strong start with an 11-2 major decision over Dilan Ajtun to give the Wolverines a 4-0 advantage. LaMont picked up four takedowns as well as over two-and-a-half minutes of riding time to record the bonus-point win. Redshirt freshman Ty Smith then added to UVU’s lead with a quick first-period fall over CBU’s Brandon Paulson (1:37) to extend Utah Valley’s advantage to 10-0. After a takedown got Paulson square on his back, Smith then quickly secured the fall to record another bonus-point win for UVU. … rest of story at https://gouvu.com/news/2021/1/8/wrestling-utah-valley-tops-california-baptist-25-16-in-home-opener.aspx?mc_cid=c6c3fe425c&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
11 } – Wrestling Takes Down No. 20 Upper Iowa on the Road
Fayette, Iowa – Ali’i Loyola made his Northern State wrestling debut tonight in dramatic fashion, sealing the match victory for the Wolves in overtime. The 18-15 win for the NSU over No. 20 Upper Iowa is the Wolves first victory over the Peacocks in the NCAA Division II era.
THE QUICK DETAILS
Final Score: NSU 18, UIU 15 Records: NSU 1-0, UIU 0-1
HOW IT HAPPENED
Following an opening loss at 125 pounds, Northern State bounced back with three victories by Ty Althoff, Kolton Roth, and Wyatt Turnquist to gain the lead. Althoff and Roth won by decision, while Turnquist came up clutch with a victory by fall. The remaining six matches of the even were determined by decision, including a 9-3 win by sophomore No. 10 James Burks for the Wolves … rest of story at https://nsuwolves.com/news/2021/1/7/wrestling-takes-down-no-20-upper-iowa-on-the-road.aspx?mc_cid=4a4f0e7778&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
12 } – Sunday’s Dual against Cleveland State Canceled
The Cleveland State University at University at Buffalo wrestling dual on Sunday, January 10 has been canceled due to issues with the Buffalo wrestling program related to a positive COVID-19 test and subsequent contact tracing. Due to these issues, Cleveland State was unable to receive medical clearance to compete. The dual will not be re-scheduled. … rest of story at https://ubbulls.com/news/2021/1/8/wrestling-sundays-dual-against-cleveland-state-canceled.aspx?mc_cid=c6c3fe425c&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
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