National Wrestling News – Sept. # 1
TDR Editor’s Notes ; Some wrestling events and plans continue on with modifications while we also have announcements of cancellations. There is hope that the number of cancellations will be limited in the future. Many state high school associations have postponed their seasons which will cause a unique year for college and scholastic wrestling. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
1 } – Wrestling returns under the big top in Atlantic City
ATLANTIC CITY – Dave Dean fondly remembers putting together a wrestling meet in a cattle barn in rural Oklahoma. “That had a whole set of interesting circumstances,” he said through his mask. Tougher than holding a huge wrestling tournament outdoors in the summer heat in the middle of a pandemic? “Well, this has other interesting circumstances,” said Dean, who confessed he was smiling underneath his face covering. Dean is the tournament director for the NUWAY Summer Nationals, which successfully brought wrestling back to New Jersey when grapplers as young as 7 years old through high schoolers, hit the mat this week. The tournament runs through Saturday afternoon. … rest of story at https://www.courierpostonline.com/story/sports/2020/08/18/wrestling-returns-under-big-top-atlantic-city/3394566001/?mc_cid=503739b0f8&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
2 } – .Big Game Wrestling Club will leave no wrestler behind
Dylan Carew loves to show off the Big Game Wrestling facility in North Liberty, Iowa. A grand tour takes about an hour — maybe two hours if you ask the right questions. Carew, the founder and head coach of the club, will tell you about the immaculate lobby and the sauna and the locker rooms and the wrestling room and the weight room and the exercise equipment and all of the people who made his dream a reality. He loves to heap praise on those around him.
The predominant colors of the facility are orange, black, and white, which are in bold contrast to the black and gold colors of the University of Iowa. Those colors may seem odd since Carew attended Iowa City West High School and wrestled for the Hawkeyes under Tom Brands from 2009-14. Orange and black represents Iowa’s arch-rival Oklahoma State. They aren’t supposed to represent a club located a few miles north of Iowa City, right?Not if you are Dylan Carew, and not if you want your club to be different from any other wrestling club in the world. The colors were borrowed from Big Game Treestands. Carew knows the owner and he asked for permission to use the name for his club and to use the colors. The owner gave an enthusiastic yes. “My whole goal with the club has always been to improve upon the things I’ve been taught … rest of story at https://www.trackwrestling.com/PortalPost.jsp?TIM=1596921505679&twSessionId=mbkbtjjhhn&postId=788194135&mc_cid=040ae84fd3&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
3 } – 2020 BEAST OF THE EAST CANCELLED, RESCHEDULED FOR 2021
Due to the COVID-19 Pandemic, the Delaware Wrestling Alliance (DWA) who operates the Beast of the East has announced that this year’s event has been canceled. The State of Delaware Interscholastic Athletic Association (DIAA) has suspended all High School Sports in the State of Delaware until January of 2021. The Beast of the East Wrestling Tournament was originally scheduled for the 19th and 20th this coming December. All teams registered for this year’s event will be automatically accepted for the 28th Annual Beast to be held on December 18th and 19th, 2021. The Delaware Wrestling Alliance and the Beast of the East Tournament Committee
“We are saddened by the news but understand it is in the best interest of the Wrestlers, Coaches, Fans and Volunteers. … rest of story at https://www.teamusa.org/USA-Wrestling/Features/2020/August/08/Beast-of-the-East-cancelled-for-2020?mc_cid=040ae84fd3&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
4 } – USA GRECO US Seniors Are Heading To Utah Valley For Next Training Camp
The Utah Valley Regional Training Center will serve as the next site for a Greco-Roman camp catered towards US Seniors as the summer moves into its final month. Since June, three such training opportunities have been made available. First was the hybrid co-op mission hosted by Eric Guerrero at the Oklahoma RTC in Broken Arrow; a few weeks later, Ivan Ivanov brought a group of Seniors into his Suples Wrestling Club in Boise, Idaho for an abbreviated stay; and last month, MWC in Nebraska welcomed the largest contingent yet with nearly 20 wrestlers showing up, including eight current National Team members.
Utah Valley was to act as a camp location immediately following Suples in Boise but wound up becoming scrapped due to low turnout. Timing was the culprit. Suples was the first “all-Greco” camp of the summer and only one attendee, G’Angelo Hancock (97 kg, Sunkist, world #8), had participated in the Oklahoma RTC gathering. … rest of story at http://www.fivepointmove.com/usa-greco/us-seniors-train-utah-valley/?mc_cid=adab565cde&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
5 } – THE NEW FOLKSTYLE TOUR OF AMERICA NATIONAL CLUB DUALS SET FOR OCT. 16-18 IN WISCONSIN DELLS, WIS.
USA Wrestling is proud to announce a brand new competition, the 2020 Folkstyle Tour of America National Club Duals presented by Trackwrestling, set for the Woodside Dome in Wisconsin Dells, Wis., October 16-18.
This will be a dual meet event, featuring club teams of high school boys and high school girls, as well as club teams of middle school boys and middle school girls. The event will be conducted following the requirements of the state and local health authorities, as well as using the safety provisions of the USA Wrestling Return to Events Guidelines.
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This becomes the newest event of the popular and growing USA Wrestling Folkstyle Tour of America series, which features high-quality youth folkstyle competitions wrestlers of many ages, held in strategic locations across the United States.
This is the exact same venue as the successful Folkstyle Tour of America Dominate in the Dells event, one of the top youth folkstyle events on the calendar each season, as well as the USA Wrestling Kids Freestyle and Greco-Roman National Championships, … rest of story and details at https://www.teamusa.org/USA-Wrestling/Features/2020/August/12/National-Club-Duals-in-Wisconsin-Dells-WI-in-October?mc_cid=adab565cde&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
6 } – ESU Wrestling Announces Postponement of 53rd Annual ESU Open
EAST STROUDSBURG – The East Stroudsburg University men’s wrestling program and head coach Anibal Nieves have announced the postponement of the 53rd annual ESU Open scheduled for November inside Koehler Fieldhouse.
ESU decided to postpone the 53rd annual ESU Open due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and for the safety and well-being of the participants, fans, officials, and staff. The event, rescheduled for November 2021, will be held inside Koehler Fieldhouse. … rest of story at https://esuwarriors.com/news/2020/8/10/mens-wrestling-esu-wrestling-announces-postponement-of-53rd-annual-esu-open.aspx?mc_cid=1321811b68&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
7 } – BAUMGARTNER RE-ELECTED PRESIDENT DURING HISTORIC VIRTUAL USA WRESTLING BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING ON AUGUST 15
USA Wrestling held its annual Board of Directors meeting on Saturday, August 15 as a virtual meeting. This was the first time USA Wrestling has ever held its Board meeting electronically.
President Bruce Baumgartner presided over the meeting. Baumgartner, AAC Chairperson and Board member Veronica Carlson and USA Wrestling Executive Director Rich Bender were at the USA Wrestling national headquarters overseeing the meeting, while the other members of the Board of Directors as well as guests attended virtually. … rest of story at https://www.teamusa.org/USA-Wrestling/Features/2020/August/18/Board-of-Directors-meeting-update?mc_cid=503739b0f8&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
8 } – Military Wrestlers Face Challenging Start To New Season
Wrestling was brought to its knees once the coronavirus pandemic firmly took hold, both in the United States and around the world. This has all been discussed much too much by now. Yet, there is still no avoiding the topic. Not enough has changed.
Some are tricked into pretending otherwise. After all, we have spotted signs of life. Several youth tournaments have gone off without a hitch, a few European programs have resumed full-scale practices, and a pair of American Senior cards were successfully broadcast with one (or two) more on the way semi-soon.
It is not all rosy of course. The upcoming collegiate wrestling season will not begin until early next year, assuming it even does. The same will likely become confirmed for high schoolers, certainly in most states. All of this news has either been announced or will start making the rounds eventually. And when it does, no one will act surprised. For such a supposed fluid situation, expectations remain low. Even the optimists out there who insist a corner has been turned with regards to the pandemic have stopped raising their collective eyebrows. They think they know what’s coming. Chances are, they’re correct. Equally disconcerting are voices on the other side. More than a handful of those involved in wrestling, particularly in the US, appear to be rooting against the sport’s return to normalcy. … rest of story at http://www.fivepointmove.com/usa-greco/military-wrestlers-new-season/?mc_cid=38a5eef6bd&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
9} – .CONGRESSIONAL WRESTLING CAUCUS REQUESTS PRESIDENTIAL MEDAL OF FREEDOM GO TO DAN GABLE
Editor’s Note: The Congressional Wrestling Caucus is a group of members of Congress who were wrestlers and/or have a strong interest and involvement in the sport. This group meets together, and has been part of a number of Washington, D.C.-based wrestling activities. This letter was sent to President Trump recently:
Dear President Trump,
On behalf of the Congressional Wrestling Caucus, I request your consideration to recognize Mr. Dan Gable with the Presidential Medal of Freedom, our nation’s highest honor. As you know, Coach Gable is widely considered the greatest wrestler of all time. Following a 181-1 high school and collegiate career at Iowa State, he won the 1972 Olympic Gold Medal without surrendering a single point. He defined greatness as an athlete and coach and continues to do so today as an ambassador for the sport of wrestling.
To date, no wrestler has received the Presidential Medal of Freedom. Your selection of Coach Gable would cement his stature and cap his career in a way no one else in the sport has previously achieved. Our entire wrestling community, young and old, athlete and fans, would embrace his recognition across our great nation.
The COVID-19 pandemic has had a significant impact on the sport of wrestling. This year’s NCAA Division I Championships were canceled days before the event. Many seniors will never compete again in front of their teammates, coaches, families, and friends. Recognizing Coach Gable during this challenging time would embrace his recognition across our great nation. … rest of story at https://www.teamusa.org/USA-Wrestling/Features/2020/August/20/Request-for-Gable-to-get-Presidential-Medal-of-Freedom?mc_cid=27a5988c78&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
10 } – Wrestling coach and author J.D. Oliva talks novels, comics, Fargo and even pro wrestling
J.D. Oliva’s spends a lot of his time coaching high school wrestlers at DeKalb High School in Illinois. The former Northern Illinois University wrestler also has carved out his own career, much of which started with a small wrestling movie called 7 Minutes and a highlight show called The Wrestling Recap, which was a short-lived “Daily Show” of wrestling back in 2005.
On Episode 614 of Short Time, Oliva talks about his latest project, his ninth book called Harvest Moon, a horror thriller which he’s been raising funds for via kickstarter (bit.ly/jdoliva), the geekery that is comic books, super heroes and professional wrestling as well as the crossover between those topics and wrestling. … rest of story at http://www.mattalkonline.com/podcast/short-time/wrestling-coach-and-author-j-d-oliva-talks-novels-comics-fargo-and-even-pro-wrestling/?mc_cid=3e7422f8f7&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
College Recruits & Transfer # 4
TDR Editor’s Notes ; Have been ‘off the grid’ or out in a no tech zone the past week so we are behind in passing along wrestling news and reporting on what others have reported in the past week or more. We are looking to catch up in the next week and appreciate your input and information so please send it in to martinkfleming@gmail.com +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
1 } – Rutgers national champion Nick Suriano re-enrolls at University
By James Kratch | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com
Rutgers national champion Nick Suriano has re-enrolled at the university, according to the school’s online directory. The news was first reported on Rutgers Sports Insider, NJ Advance Media’s subscription text messaging service. Head coach Scott Goodale and a program spokesman declined comment on Suriano’s status for the upcoming wrestling season, which faces uncertainties at the NCAA and international levels due to the coronavirus pandemic. Suriano has one year of eligibility remaining and would likely compete at 133 pounds again if he returns to the mat. The status of the college season, including its start date and length, is expected to impact competition decisions for elite wrestlers in an unprecedented second straight Olympic year with a date for the national team trials still to be determined. The NCAA also has yet to rule if it will grant wrestlers a second Olympic redshirt. Suriano also has his traditional redshirt available. Suriano did not compete for the Scarlet Knights this past season while training in Olympic redshirt. He qualified for the 57-kilogram division at the U.S. Olympic Trials, which have yet to be rescheduled … rest of story at https://www.nj.com/rutgers/2020/08/rutgers-national-champion-nick-suriano-re-enrolls-at-university.html?mc_cid=a357f66b67&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
2 } – Notre Dame’s Crookham: Lehigh wrestling ‘checked all the boxes’
Ryan Crookham used his time during the COVID-19 lockdown well. “I feel like the quarantine allowed me to think about what I really wanted in a (college),” Notre Dame’s two-time PIAA Class 2A wrestling champion said. “I had the free time to make this decision. I had a chart I made up for each school, with positives and negatives. I asked myself a lot of tough questions. In Lehigh’s case, there were no negatives — I couldn’t think of any. Lehigh checked every box. There were just so many positives. If Lehigh had not been an option, I would have had to do a lot more thinking. Ultimately, I know Lehigh is a place I can win a national championship.” And so Crookham committed to Lehigh on Saturday afternoon, picking the Mountain Hawks over Ohio State, Virginia Tech, Wisconsin and Navy. In doing so, Crookham became the highest-ranked wrestler to commit to Lehigh in quite some time. “I know it’s a little early to be making this decision,” said Crookham, who will take a 100-3 career record into his junior year. “But I didn’t feel rushed at all. The quarantine gave me the time to make this decision. I have one less thing to worry about now. I made the best decision I could, and now I am looking forward to improving as much as I can in high school.”
Crookham said Lehigh didn’t really recruit him at a specific weight — he was ranked No. 2 nationally at 126 pounds after his sophomore season, and will meet No. 1 Nic Bouzakis of Wyoming Seminary at 132 pounds at FloWrestling’s “Who’s No. 1” event in Austin, Texas, on Oct. 3. … rest of story at https://www.lehighvalleylive.com/highschoolsports/2020/08/notre-dames-crookham-lehigh-wrestling-checked-all-the-boxes.html?mc_cid=2938e52dc9&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b and https://www.lehighvalleylive.com/highschoolsports/2020/08/notre-dames-crookham-commits-to-lehigh-to-wrestle.html?mc_cid=040ae84fd3&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
3 } – SMSU WRESTLING ADDS TRANSFER TO 2020-21 SIGNING CLASS
MARSHALL, Minn. – Southwest Minnesota State University head wrestling coach Jesse Nelson announced today that Caden Steffen, a native of Zumbrota, Minn., has transferred from the University of Minnesota and will continue his academic and wrestling career at SMSU. “Caden will be a great addition to the program,” Nelson said. “Caden’s dedication to the classroom and mat will fit our team goals. We are very excited to have him on board.”
Steffen competed the past two seasons at 184 pounds for the Gopher wrestling program, compiling 36 victories during open tournaments. He finished 17-6 during the 2018-19 season with four wins by fall, five by major decision and one by tech fall. He closed with a 19-10 record in 2019-20, which included a third place finish at the Last Chance Open. Steffen recorded with one win by fall, three by major decision and one by tech fall last season. Steffen is a 2018 graduate of Zumbrota-Mazeppa High School, where he was a two-time state champion and was a member of two state championship teams. He was a four-time all-conference and three-time all-section honoree, while finishing his high school career with 174 victories. … rest of story at https://smsumustangs.com/news/2020/8/10/wrestling-smsu-adds-transfer-to-2020-21-signing-class.aspx?mc_cid=a0c3658079&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
4 } – High school wrestling: Hrabovsky commits to wrestle at Iowa State
Sam Hrabovsky is heading north to the Hawkeye State to be a Cyclone
Hrabovsky — a state champion and two-time state runner-up for the Fulton Hornets — committed over the weekend to wrestle next year at Iowa State University in Ames. The Fulton senior made the announcement Sunday on his Instagram account, sam_hrabovsky07. “I’m happy to announce that I will be continuing my academic and wrestling career at Iowa State University!” Hrabovsky wrote in the post. Ranked No. 184 by MatScouts, Hrabovsky is projected to wrestle at 133/141 pounds for the Cyclones. The 2021 commitments won’t sign until November. Hrabovsky has produced a remarkable 109-4 record in his three years with the Hornets. He delivered a perfect 42-0 run to a state title at 113 pounds in Class 2 in 2018, went 34-1 in taking second at 120 in 2019 and finished 33-3 while coming in second at 132 back in February. Hrabovsky has also excelled on the national level, … rest of story at https://www.fultonsun.com/news/sports/prep/story/2020/aug/12/high-school-wrestling-hrabovsky-commits-wrestle-iowa-state/837325/?mc_cid=adab565cde&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
5 } – Crookham changes the recruiting game for Lehigh wrestling
Pat Santoro can’t say, yet, what landing Ryan Crookham means for his Lehigh wrestling program
That’s because college coaches can’t comment on recruits, even those who have verbally committed, until they sign their national letter of intent, which will be a while yet for Crookham, a Notre Dame junior. But Santoro doesn’t have to, really, because he already all but has. Don’t worry, Lehigh fans — no rules were broken! … rest of story at https://www.lehighvalleylive.com/highschoolsports/2020/08/crookham-changes-the-recruiting-game-for-lehigh-wrestling.html?mc_cid=adab565cde&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
6 } – Edinboro wrestling recruits 6 nationally ranked student-athletes
Fighting Scots head wrestling coach Matt Hill announces top 25 recruiting class for 2020-2021
EDINBORO, PA – Edinboro’s wrestling program has announced a recruiting class of 15 for the upcoming academic year, including six student-athletes ranked No. 17 or better nationally. “We are very thankful to welcome this excellent group of student athletes to the Edinboro wrestling family this fall,” said Hill, who guided his team to the MAC Championships last season. “Each of them possesses the core values of hard work and commitment on and off the mat that we strive for daily at Edinboro University.” InterMat wrestling ranks this Fighting Scot class in the Top 25 of programs nationally. The group touts five state championships and dozens of placements in state tournaments among them.
Max Millin, Massillon, Ohio (HWT)
National Rank: FloWrestling No. 9, TrackWrestling No. 6, InterMat No. 13, WrestlingUSA No. 13
Notes: Ironman Runner Up 2019, Beast of The East Runner-Up 2019, Brecksville Holiday Tournament Champ 2020.
Gabe Willochell, Latrobe, Pa. (133/141)
National Rank: FloWrestling No. 7, TrackWrestling No. 8, InterMat No. 11, WrestlingUSA No. 13
Notes: 3x PA placer, Powerade Champ 2019 … rest of story at https://gofightingscots.com/news/2020/8/14/fighting-scots-head-wrestling-coach-matt-hill-announces-top-25-recruiting-class-for-2020-2021-year.aspx?mc_cid=fca2dfc53b&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
7 } – Elyria wrestling: Nate Burnett commits to Clarion University
The Burnett era is back at Clarion.
On Aug. 19, Elyria’s Nate Burnett committed to the Golden Eagles’ wrestling program, the same program that his dad and coach Erik Burnett starred at 30 years ago. “The people there care about each other and make sure you’re doing all right,” Nate Burnett said of Clarion. “The classroom sizes are small and I kind of need that. I’m not good in a giant classroom. I feel like the whole town is into wrestling since it’s the only Division I sport. It’s kind of like football there, everyone comes to watch wrestling. It’s a really unique atmosphere and I love it.”
Nate Burnett, a rising junior, finished last season 29-4 at 132 pounds and qualified for the state tournament before it was canceled by the novel coronavirus pandemic. It was that cancellation — combined with the pandemic’s effect on wrestling recruitment and training in general — that led to Burnett committing early. “I kind of saw the writing on the wall,” Nate Burnett said. “We’re not able to do official visits right now at all and I knew that was the place I wanted to go.” Last week, Nate and his parents spent three days in Clarion … rest of story at https://www.morningjournal.com/sports/elyria-wrestling-nate-burnett-commits-to-clarion-university/article_8d95d844-e30e-11ea-b071-b325bd01b323.html?mc_cid=27a5988c78&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
8 } – Pat Brucki To Transfer To Michigan … check video and story at https://www.flowrestling.org/articles/6771450-pat-brucki-to-transfer-to-michigan
9} – Fresno State Bulldogs complete 2020 signing class
FRESNO, Calif. – Fresno State Wrestling head coach Troy Steiner announced the completion of the 2020 signing class on Monday. With the start of the fall semester getting underway last week, the Bulldogs have added Anthony Molton (Crest Hill, Ill.), Aaron Gandara (Poway, Calif.), Anthony Federico (Belleville, Ill.) and Owen Pentz (Morgan, Utah) to the roster to go along with fall signees Haiden Drury (Toppenish, Wash.) and Nick Villarreal (Gilroy, Calif.).
“We are very excited about this recruiting class,” Steiner said. “They bring a lot of experience, attitude and work ethic to our program. I cannot wait to start working with them.” A transfer from Old Dominion, Molton arrives in Fresno after redshirting the 2019-20 season at ODU. A native of Crest Hill, Ill., Molton earned 16 wins, including three falls, while competing unattached for the Monarchs. Molton won the 2018 Class 3A Illinois State title at 120 pounds as a junior at Lockport Township High School and finished third at 126 pounds as a senior in 2019. Gandara comes to Fresno after splitting his prep career between Poway High School in Poway, Calif. and Cibola High School in Yuma, Ariz. … rest of story at https://gobulldogs.com/news/2020/8/24/wrestling-bulldogs-complete-2020-signing-class.aspx?mc_cid=7d6595523f&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
10 } – Air Force Academy Announces Incoming Recruiting Class of 2024
16-man class was recognized as the 26th-best recruiting class in the country
USAFA, Colo.- The Air Force Academy wrestling team and Head Coach Sam Barber have officially announced the incoming recruiting class of 2024, Monday, August 24.
The 16-man class was recognized by WIN Magazine as the 26th-best recruiting class in the country, while also being recognized by theopenmat.com as a recruiting class to watch. This marks the sixth time in seven seasons Air Force has landed a top-30 class.
The class of 2024 hails from 12 different states, and together boasts 19 state championships along with a whole host of state medals and All-American honors at various national competitions. Eight of the recruits come via the USAFA Prep School, while the other eight will come straight from the high school ranks.
Information on Air Force wrestling’s class of 2024 can be found below. Incoming USAFA Prep School athletes cannot be mentioned due to NCAA compliance rules.
Noah Blake | Rescue, Calif. | Del Oro High School | USAFA Prep School
Projected Weight Class: 174
Career Record: 117-18
Credentials: Fifth at 2020 National Collegiate Open. … rest of story at https://goairforcefalcons.com/news/2020/8/24/wrestling-announces-incoming-recruiting-class-of-2024.aspx?mc_cid=7d6595523f&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
AUGUST 2020 USA WRESTLER DIGITAL MAGAZINE
AUGUST 2020 USA WRESTLER DIGITAL MAGAZINE EDITION NOW AVAILABLE FOR ENTIRE WRESTLING COMMUNITY
By Gary Abbott, USA Wrestling | Aug. 31, 2020
USA Wrestling, the national governing body for wrestling in the United States, has posted the August 2020 Digital Edition of its membership magazine USA Wrestler for the wrestling community to enjoy.
Click here for the August 2020 USA Wrestler Bonus Digital Edition
This digital edition is available free for all USA Wrestling members, as well as anybody in the wrestling community and general public who would like to read and enjoy the content.
USA Wrestling and its publishing partner WIN Magazine came together to design this 57-page digital magazine. The use of the digital magazine format allows USA Wrestling to create a more interactive publication, which includes the ability to click images to see a variety of videos and websites.
In-depth features on National Team wrestlers Jordan Burroughs, Robby Smith and Victoria Francis are highlighted in this edition, as well as coverage of wrestling events held this summer, including the Western States Championships, the Rumble on the Rooftop and the Flowrestling Dake vs. Chamizo card.
USA Wrestling reached out to a number of sponsors and partner organizations to help create stories and video content for the expanded publication. Joining WIN as special contributors to the edition are Flowrestling, Trackwrestling, the National Wrestling Hall of Fame and the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Committee. WIN Magazine features on high school and college wrestling, as well as columns from top wrestling leaders, are also included in this edition..
Also included are many of the regular features that USA Wrestling members enjoy, including athlete profile stories, columns, training tips, coaching advice, a photo contest, puzzles, exciting action photography and more.There are graphics that link to 19 different video features in this edition alone.
USA Wrestling is reaching out to the entire wrestling community, asking everyone to try out the digital edition and enjoy its many feature articles, video links, photos, puzzles, advertisements with interactive links and videos and more. You are encouraged to send the information to anybody who loves wrestling for them to enjoy.
USA Wrestling’s most recent previous digital edition was the May 2020 USA Wrestler, which featured Olympic gold medalist Helen Maroulis on the cover. In fact, there are currently 61 past editions of USA Wrestler presented in a digital format for fans to enjoy online.
Click here for USA Wrestler digital edition archive
TIPS ON USING THE DIGITAL EDITION
• Readers will be able to click on a link from their computer or smart phone to go directly to the May 2020 USA Wrestler digital edition
• Complete navigation instructions are available for users when they enter the digital edition. … rest of list of tips and the story at https://www.teamusa.org/USA-Wrestling/Features/2020/August/31/August-2020-USA-Wrestler-digital-edition-now-available?mc_cid=45fdbe861d&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
2020-21 USA WRESTLING MEMBERSHIPS NOW AVAILABLE
2020-21 USA WRESTLING MEMBERSHIPS ARE NOW AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE THROUGH ONLINE MEMBERSHIP SYSTEM
USA Wrestling has now launched its online membership system to allow the purchase of 2020-21 memberships at http://usawmembership.com Beginning at 10:00 a.m. today, August 19, USA Wrestling memberships, club charters and event sanctions are available for purchase for the 2020-21 membership season. All items purchased from August 19-31 will have an effective date of September 1 and be valid for the entire membership year, through August 31, 2021. Anyone who needs to complete SafeSport training and/or a background screening will be able to do so before September 1 as to avoid a lapse in membership.
Current USA Wrestling members are encouraged to sign up right away, in order to receive their member benefits for a full year. All members who renew by September 30, 2020 will have free access to the online Bronze and Copper certification courses that are part of USA Wrestling’s National Coaches Education Program. USA Wrestling continues to set records for its Wrestling Leaders (coaches/officials) and female athletes.
Now is a great time to join the largest and most effective wrestling organization in the nation.
USA Wrestling continues to expand and improve its membership system, with new and enhanced features added regularly, based upon feedback from membership, meeting the many needs of its members. For those who have any questions about the USA Wrestling membership system, and seek tips on how to navigate through its many features, a Help/FAQ section can be found at www.usawmembership.com/help We encourage you to renew your USA Wrestling membership or join our organization now, and enjoy another season of USA Wrestling events, programs and benefits.
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If you have any questions, please contact USA Wrestling at 719.598.8181 or info@usawrestling.org … rest of the story and video at https://www.teamusa.org/USA-Wrestling/Features/2020/August/19/Renew-your-USA-Wrestling-membership-today?mc_cid=b69497687c&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
Appalachian State Mountaineers Wrestling News
Appalachian State Wrestling Announces Complete 2020 Recruiting Class
BOONE, N.C. — With the start of the fall semester arriving, App State wrestling coach JohnMark Bentley officially announced the Mountaineers’ Class of 2020 recruits.
Moving forward from a fourth consecutive SoCon regular-season title in 2018-19, Bentley oversaw an App State program that went 9-3 overall in 2019-20 and had a school-record six NCAA qualifiers, including all four NCAA qualifiers who were products of North Carolina high schools.
The 11 wrestlers in the 2020 recruiting class combined for 13 individual state championships and 20 state finals appearances in their prep careers. Six members of the class are homegrown talents from North Carolina, while Bentley also secured commitments from wrestlers who hail from Pennsylvania, New York, Georgia and Virginia.
“I’m extremely excited about this freshman class,” said Bentley, who is 106-69-1 as App State’s head coach. “This is an extremely talented group with a lot of high school accomplishments. Their success in the Black & Gold will depend on their toughness, work ethic and buy-in to our core values. I can’t wait to get to work.”
Class of 2020 recruits
Tommy Askey (149/157 pounds, Pine Bush, N.Y./Pine Bush)
Jacob Barlow (heavyweight, Greensboro, N.C./Northern Guilford)
Jackson Boles (174 pounds, Madison, N.C./South Stokes)
Casey Bolick (197 pounds/heavyweight, Claremont, N.C./Bunker Hill)
Jack Campbell (149/157 pounds, Abingdon, Va./Abingdon)
Kobe Early (125 pounds, Cary, N.C./Cary)
Heath Gonyer (141 pounds, Greensboro, N.C./Northern Guilford)
Francis Morrissey (149 pounds, Bonaire, Ga./Veterans)
Ethan Oakley (133 pounds, Trinity, N.C./Wheatmore)
Tristan Pugh (149/157 pounds, Friedens, Pa./Shanksville-Stonycreek/Berlin Brothersvalley)
Connor Quinn (157 pounds, Pottstown, Pa./Owen J. Roberts) … rest of the story and profiles at https://appstatesports.com/news/2020/8/17/app-state-wrestling-announces-complete-2020-recruiting-class.aspx?mc_cid=38a5eef6bd&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
Duke University Wrestling News
Four-Time All-American Tomasello Joins Blue Devil Coaching Staff
DURHAM, N.C. – Head wrestling coach Glen Lanham announced the addition of decorated collegiate wrestler Nathan Tomasello to his coaching staff Thursday.
“Nathan is already known as a great wrestler,” Lanham said. “In addition, he brings his great character to our program. We are excited to welcome him into our program.”
Tomasello wrapped up his storied career at Ohio State a four-time All-American, a four-time Big Ten Champion, a four-time Academic All-American and the 2015 NCAA National Champion at 125 pounds. He became just the 15th wrestler in Big Ten history to cap their career with four individual conference crowns.
The national stage became common ground for this Parma, Ohio, native as he also placed third at the NCAA tournament in 2016 (125 lbs.), 2017 (133 lbs.) and 2018 (125 lbs.). To close out his collegiate accolades, Tomasello was a four-time Academic All-Big Ten recipient, a two-time Big Ten Distinguished Scholar (2015 and 2016), a three-time NWCA All-Academic honoree (2015, 2016, and 2018), and a five-time OSU Scholar-Athlete (2014-18).
Tomasello joins the Blue Devil staff after serving one season as an assistant coach at Upper Arlington High School. There, he coached over 30 high school wrestlers at numerous tournaments throughout the state of Ohio. Tomasello also spent time as a camp counselor for the Ohio State wrestling camps where he planned, organized, and facilitated wrestling activities for boys ages 10-17.
In his redshirt senior season with the Buckeyes, Tomasello placed third at the NCAA Championships, downing four nationally-ranked opponents along the way. What was even more impressive was that he competed the entire season with a torn ACL suffered while wrestling in the U23 World Champion Team Trials the summer before.
During his last four years at OSU, Tomasello compiled a 100-8 overall record with 31 major decisions, 19 technical falls, and 11 falls. In his redshirt season (2013-14), he registered four open tournament championships at 125 pounds and posted a 18-0 record, which included nine major decisions, two technical falls, and three falls.
Prior to OSU, Tomasello was a two-time high school First Team All-American. He amassed a 178-5 high school record – 37-5 as a freshman, 42-0 as a sophomore, 47-0 as a junior and 52-0 as a senior. He graduated as Cuyahoga Valley Christian Academy’s school record holder for most career victories and most victories in a season. … rest of the story at https://goduke.com/news/2020/8/13/wrestling-four-time-all-american-tomasello-joins-blue-devil-coaching-staff.aspx?mc_cid=18ec0c1b30&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
College News & Notes – # 107
TDR Editor’s Notes ; Stories of wrestlers on different paths but all showing how the sport is important to them and how it makes a difference. As none us know how the future looks for the sport and there are causes for concern. We hope to see the season in full swing by January at the latest.
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1 } – Lawyer in the Making: Unlocking Ki Zhan Clarke
Sometimes a unique story starts from the beginning of one’s life. Literally – the very beginning. Kizhan Clarke’s father intended for his son to be named Keyshawn, but his German mother was on her own for the birth, and did her best. His birth certificate officially says “Ki Zhan.” Clarke’s path has often been a bumpy one ever since. But all along the way, he’s been able to turn his dreams into realities. Before this All-American wrestler’s collegiate career on the mat is over, he’ll be well on his way to achieving yet another dream – completing law school. When American University classes resume, Clarke, who already earned his bachelor’s degree in justice & law from the School of Public Affairs, will be enrolled in the Washington College School of Law as a part-time student. The program required a waiver from the NCAA which was granted, and Clarke will be able to focus on his fifth and final year of wrestling during the day while working toward his law degree at night. … rest of story at https://aueagles.com/news/2020/7/16/wrestling-kizhan-clarke.aspx?mc_cid=78726f35ba&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
2 } – NSIC CANCELS FALL COMPETITION & CHAMPIONSHIPS; SUSPENDS ALL SPORTS COMPETITION THROUGH DECEMBER 31
BURNSVILLE, Minn. – In light of the NCAA Board of Governors’ decision to direct all institutions and conferences to meet specific requirements to conduct fall sports and the NCAA Division II Presidents Council’s announcement that all NCAA Division II fall championships are canceled, the Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference’s Board of Directors has canceled NSIC fall competition & championships, and has suspended all athletic competition through December 31, 2020.
The NSIC recognizes the value an NCAA championship experience provides for student-athletes and that was a factor in the analysis. However, health and safety concerns prevailed in the league’s decision. Additionally, current recommendations for testing, exposure, and quarantine make it very difficult for a season to be successfully completed at an institution or across the conference without severe disruptions.
“The league’s initial decision to delay the start of fall sports was made with the rationale to allow campuses the ability to focus solely on reopening safely for their broader university communities,” said NSIC Commissioner Erin Lind. “In light of the recent decisions made by the NCAA Board of Governors, it is no longer feasible to conduct outside competition this fall semester. Our student-athletes deserve a competitive experience that provides a greater degree of safety and certainty than current conditions would allow. We believe now is the right time to provide clarity to our student-athletes so we can turn our efforts towards helping institutions reopen and ensuring a safe return to campus to start the academic year.” Although the NSIC will not conduct a league schedule for 2020 fall sports, … rest of story at https://northernsun.org/news/2020/8/12/nsic-cancels-fall-competition-championships-suspends-all-sports-competition-through-december-31.aspx?mc_cid=18ec0c1b30&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
3 } – I Am Stanford’: Past, current wrestlers seek to continue conversation
“I Am Stanford” is part of a collection of articles documenting the reactions of the Stanford athletic community to the July 8 announcement that Stanford Athletics would discontinue 11 varsity programs, including the wrestling team, following the 2020-21 season. Stanford wrestling’s last full season was arguably the greatest of the program’s 104-year history on The Farm. In 2019, Stanford won its first Pac-12 championship and head coach Jason Borrelli was named Pac-12 Coach of the Year.
Expectations remained high heading into 2020, but Borrelli’s team again exceeded them. The Cardinal finished with five NCAA tournament qualifiers: then-redshirt junior Nathan Traxler; then-redshirt freshmen Real Woods, Shane Griffith and Tyler Eischens; and then-true freshman Jackson DiSario. Stanford also had three All-Americans (Traxler, Griffith and Woods). The four freshmen NCAA tournament qualifiers constituted the most of any program in the nation, and the three All-Americans tied for most in program history. However, the season, which seemed on track to break more records, was cut short prior to the NCAA Tournament due to COVID-19. The duo of Griffith and Woods finished the season with 28-0 and 19-1 records, respectively, in their first year of eligibility. Griffith was named a Hodge Trophy finalist and Pac-12 Wrestler of the Year for his efforts, … rest of story at https://www.stanforddaily.com/2020/08/14/sports-wrestling/?mc_cid=fca2dfc53b&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
4 } – 3x N.J. state champ, NCAA star confused, hopeful after Stanford drops wrestling
What began as an incredible start to 2020 for Shane Griffith has seen the former Bergen Catholic standout wrestler suffer a second gut punch in a matter of months. The former three-time state champion was undefeated last season as a redshirt freshmen 165-pounder at Stanford, one of the country’s rising stars. He was seeded third for the NCAA Championships in Minneapolis when the tournament was abruptly canceled in March because of the coronavirus.
On Wednesday, Griffith received more devastating news when Stanford announced it was dropping 11 sports, including wrestling, at the end of the 2020-2021 academic year. “There’s just so much not going in our favor,” said Griffith, who was one of eight finalists for the Hodge Trophy honoring the country’s most outstanding wrestler. “With the NCAAs we didn’t get a chance to prove ourselves. You’re looking for the payoff right now.” … rest of story at https://www.nj.com/bergen/2020/07/3x-nj-state-champ-ncaa-star-confused-hopeful-after-stanford-drops-wrestling.html?mc_cid=35441de679&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
5 } – On The Banks Podcast Episode no. 71 featuring Scott Goodale
Host Lance Glinn discusses high expectations with the leader of Rutgers wrestling amid the uncertainty of next season.
Welcome to episode no. 71 of the On The Banks Podcast, as host Lance Glinn welcomes returning guest Rutgers wrestling head coach Scott Goodale. Despite the uncertainty of next season during the current global health crisis COVID-19, the program has been recruiting at a very high level this offseason. Goodale and his staff have added JUCO heavyweight national champion Boone McDermott and three-time All-American Sebastian Rivera to the roster and just secured a commitment from the top recruit in New Jersey in the class of 2022, Brian Soldano. Lance and coach Goodale multiple scenarios of when next season could actually take place, the potential for all of college sports to be cancelled in the coming academic year, … rest of story at https://www.onthebanks.com/2020/7/14/21323711/on-the-banks-podcast-episode-no-71-featuring-scott-goodale-rutgers-wrestling-big-ten-ncaa-covid-19?mc_cid=2a2de153ce&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
6 } – The Noke Wrestling News Podcast – Episode 2 (Recruiting)
Welcome to the latest project from The Open Mat. We have teamed up with the newly formed Roanoke College wrestling program to bring you Noke Wrestling News. Roanoke College is a Division III school in southwestern Virginia. This podcast will bring you up to date on all of the news and happenings surrounding this team in its initial season. In episode two we are joined again by head coach Nate Yetzer, along with assistant coach Blake Rosenbaum. After getting to know Blake and his relationship with Nate, we delve into the Maroons first- … rest of story at https://news.theopenmat.com/podcasts/the-noke-wrestling-news-podcast-episode-2-recruiting/78526?mc_cid=fb559ea200&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
7 } – HMA Interview #44: Ethan Lizak
On this episode of the Home Mat Advantage wrestling podcast, Jude sits and talks with 3x AA and NCAA finalist Ethan Lizak of the PRTC! Please be sure to leave us a 5-star review wherever you listen to the show. … rest of story at http://www.hmawrestling.com/podcast/hma-interview-44-ethan-lizak/?mc_cid=fca2dfc53b&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
8 } – Checking In with Bailee O’Reilly
For any young wrestler growing up in Minnesota, it is more than likely a dream to one day strap on the iconic Maroon & Gold singlet. For Bailee O’Reilly, that dream became a reality. After winning two state titles, O’Reilly found himself on campus just an hour up the road from his hometown of Goodhue, Minnesota. Two years of sitting behind All-American Devin Skatzka, and Bailee finally made his breakthrough into the starting lineup at 165 pounds. Now, after a successful first season as a Division-1 starter, the redshirt junior is looking to use his experience to fill another role as a much-needed leader for this young Gophers core. Hear from Bailee O’Reilly as he reflects on his experience of fulfilling a lifetime dream, where his focus is going into next season, and more. … rest of story at https://gophersports.com/news/2020/8/18/wrestling-checking-in-with-bailee-o-reilly.aspx?mc_cid=503739b0f8&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
9} – Missouri super senior Grant Leeth and his unfinished business
Grant Leeth is one of the oldest athletes in Division I wrestling. A 2014 high school graduate, Leeth’s career started at Duke before he transferred back to his native Missouri to wrestle for coach Brian Smith at the University of Missouri. Leeth joins Short Time to talk about his career and some of the things he’s balancing with wanting more eligibility, even though he’s entering his seventh year of competition. He’s had more appendages injured than … well, most everyone. … rest of story at http://www.mattalkonline.com/podcast/short-time/missouri-super-senior-grant-leeth-and-his-unfinished-business/?mc_cid=38a5eef6bd&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
10 } – HOOS LIFE: Miller Spends Self-Sustaining Summer At Family Farm In Idaho
Quinn Miller (Lilburn, Ga.), who is entering his fourth season with the Virginia wrestling program, has spent most of the summer with his parents on their farm in Idaho as the family shifted to a self-sustaining lifestyle and farming off the grid. The heavyweight, who has redshirted his freshman season and then suffered an injury early in his second year, qualified for the NCAA Championships this past season. In this edition of Hoos Life, Miller talks about his summer on the farm and talks about his wrestling career with an eye toward the upcoming season.
Q: You’ve been spending the summer in Idaho with your family? What prompted the trip out west for the summer?
MILLER: I came out here to visit my parents. They moved out here (from Georgia) when I started at UVA. It was to get a good visit in for a little bit and then head back to school.
Q: You came to UVA after growing up in the suburbs of Atlanta. What prompted them to decide to move to Idaho?
MILLER: The both retired from work and wanted to get out and try the self-sustaining lifestyle. … rest of story at https://virginiasports.com/news/2020/08/18/hoos-life-miller-spends-self-sustaining-summer-at-family-farm-in-idaho/?mc_cid=503739b0f8&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
National Wrestling News – August # 3
TDR Editor’s Notes ; A look ahead with a new wrestling program in Division II to start in 2021. Statement of hopes and plans for wrestling next season by the NWCA, the EIWA, USA Wrestling and others. Congratulations to Bruce Baumgardner for his re-election as President of USA Wrestling. The first story is about Greg Hatcher and his efforts to grow and promote wrestling the state of Arkansas. It has been fantastic to see the growth of opportunities at high schools and colleges there. A true hero in wrestling that I would like to meet someday to thank him.
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1 } -Greg Hatcher’s wrestling influence is being felt in Arkansas and beyond
Greg Hatcher, a former wrestler at Division III Alma College, built the Hatcher Agency at the age of 28. Today, Hatcher can’t stop giving back. All sports — including wrestling — are the beneficiaries. … rest of story at https://www.trackwrestling.com/PortalPlayer.jsp?TIM=1597635255496&twSessionId=aqqlixoqzf&videoId=788546135&mc_cid=1321811b68&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
2 } – .Bluefield State to Add Wrestling and 11 Additional New Sports
Bluefield State College announced today the addition of 12 new sports to its athletics department for the 2021-2022 school year. These will join the ten existing sports to become a robust program for more than 400 student-athletes. Leading the way is the return of Division II football, for the first time since1980. Bluefield State President Robin Capehart said, “Fielding a football team after such a long absence is a huge step forward. To do this now is our way of saying there is life after COVID for this College and our community.” Interim Director of Athletics Derrick Price added, “We’re hiring for these new sports now. I’m prioritizing coaches with proven abilities to recruit. We will target good student athletes with the goal of being competitive immediately.” In addition to football, Bluefield State will compete in wrestling and other new sports: .. rest of story at https://portal.nwcaonline.com/articles/NWCA_News/Bluefield-State-to-Add-Wrestling-and-11-17-8-2020
3 } – NWCA DI LEADERSHIP GROUP TAKES A POSITION ON THE 2020-2021 COMPETITION SEASON
Manheim, PA – The NWCA Division I Leadership Group (LG) sent a letter on Wednesday to all Division I Coaches, Athletic Directors, Senior Women’s Administrators and Conference Liaisons to recommend a shift to the 2020-21 season as a result of ongoing complications related to the COVID-19 pandemic.
NWCA Division I Leadership Group COVID-19 Letter
The Division I wrestling membership had the opportunity to meet (virtually) twice during the NWCA Convention, and participate in a recent meeting with Anthony Holman, Managing Director of Championships and Alliances for the NCAA. In addition, the NWCA sent a survey to all Division I head coaches regarding a self-imposed delayed start to the 2020-21 season. With 92% of the responses in favor of postponing the beginning of the upcoming season, the Division I membership largely supports this model. With this statistical support, the NWCA DI Leadership Group would like to proceed … rest of story at http://www.nwcaonline.com/nwca-di-leadership-group-takes-a-position-on-the-2020-2021-competition-season/?mc_cid=18ec0c1b30&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
4 } – DIVISION II LEADERSHIP GROUP SUPPORTS ELIGIBILITY WAVERS DUE TO COVID-19
Manheim, PA – The National Wrestling Coaches Association (NWCA) Division II Leadership Group recently met, and as a result, the following message was sent out to all the ADs, FARs, SWAs, and Conference Commissioners in regard to the Blanket Eligibility Waivers. The two attachments that were included with the message have also been linked below.
To: NCAA Division II Directors of Athletics, Senior Women Administrators, Faculty Athletic Representatives, Conference Commissioners and Executive Directors of Coaches Associations
From: National Wrestling Coaches Association (NWCA) Division II Leadership Group
RE: Individual student-athlete welfare and enrollment in respect to July 22 blanket waivers
I am reaching out today on behalf of the National Wrestling Coaches Association (NWCA), in response to the NCAA Division II blanket eligibility waivers issued July 22 and how they apply to individual sports. It is our concern that the waivers in their current state do not appropriately protect our student-athletes’ eligibility in light of the uncertainty around the coming season and the rapidly changing landscape of the COVID-19 pandemic. This uncertainty … rest of story at http://www.nwcaonline.com/division-ii-leadership-group-supports-eligibility-wavers-due-to-covid-19/?mc_cid=18ec0c1b30&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
5 } – EIWA STATEMENT REGARDING 2020-21 SEASON: COMPETITIONS START JAN. 1, EIWAS HELD AS SCHEDULED
Villas, NJ, August 12 — The Eastern Intercollegiate Wrestling Association is a wrestling only association whose member schools are all affiliated with other conferences. As such, our member teams may be subject to restrictions imposed by their parent conferences and home states with respect to athletic practice and competition during the current Covid-19 pandemic. The Head Coaches are planning an EIWA-centric schedule designed to maximize the number of bouts for our wrestlers. There are currently eight weekends between the new year and the final weekend of the regular season. Dual meets will be the priority although a series of limited tournaments to offer competition may be explored. All activities are subject to the prime concern of ensuring the health and safety of our wrestlers, staffs, and campuses.
We intend to proceed with the understanding that:
– Practice during the fall semester is permitted … rest of story at https://www.teamusa.org/USA-Wrestling/Features/2020/August/12/EIWA-statement-on-upcoming-season?mc_cid=adab565cde&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
6 } -What’s next for NCAA wrestling? Anthony Holman of the NCAA goes On The Mat – OTM612
NCAA Managing Director of Championships Anthony Holman returns to go On The Mat
With wrestling’s start date looking more and more like January 1, the NCAA’s Director of Championships, Anthony Holman, rejoins the show to talk about what is going to happen with wrestling at the college level, specifically NCAA Division I amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Join Kyle Klingman and Andy Hamilton On The Mat, … rest of story at http://www.mattalkonline.com/podcast/trackwrestling/on-the-mat/whats-next-for-ncaa-wrestling-anthony-holman-of-the-ncaa-goes-on-the-mat-otm612/?mc_cid=1321811b68&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
7 } – Baumgartner re-elected as president of USA Wrestling
Olympic wrestling great recently retired from long career at Edinboro University
Bruce Baumgartner recently retired from Edinboro University, but he has not retired from the sport that made him famous. USA Wrestling’s board of directors re-elected Baumgartner as its president on Saturday. The two-time Olympic champion and four-time medalist has held that position since 2016. Baumgartner, 59, retired from Edinboro after 36 years. His three-plus decades of employment by the school included tenures as the Fighting Scots’ wrestling coach and athletic director. Baumgartner was assistant vice president of university advancement at the time of his retirement this past May. Although USA Wrestling is based in Colorado Springs, Colorado, Baumgartner said plans to remain in Edinboro, according to a May interview with Wrestling Insider magazine. … rest of story at https://www.goerie.com/sports/20200816/baumgartner-re-elected-as-president-of-usa-wrestling?mc_cid=1321811b68&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
8 } – TALENTED AND MOTIVATED INDIVIDUALS SOUGHT TO SERVE ON USA WRESTLING’S AD-HOC DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION COMMITTEE
USA Wrestling President Bruce Baumgartner is reaching out to USA Wrestling’s membership in its effort to find talented and motivated individuals to serve on its expanded ad-hoc Diversity and Inclusion Committee during the next Olympic four-year cycle. According to USA Wrestling bylaws, USA Wrestling’s ad-hoc committees are created and appointed by the organization’s president and will serve as long as there is a need to be addressed. In the past, USA Wrestling has been led by a group of volunteer leaders on an ad-hoc Diversity Committee. With the start of the new four-year Olympic cycle, which begins in September 2020, USA Wrestling will put an expanded focus into this critical issue. The name of the ad-hoc committee will be changed to the “Diversity and Inclusion Committee,” with its scope widened and its mission expanded.
President Baumgartner is seeking to repopulate this committee with a wider spectrum of diverse leaders from our sport, as well as recruit some subject-experts in diversity and inclusion that have a desire to help wrestling grow in this area. He is seeking individuals with the abilities and passion to move USA Wrestling forward. … rest of story at https://www.teamusa.org/USA-Wrestling/Features/2020/August/11/USA-Wrestling-seeks-candidates-for-Diversity-and-Inclusion-ad-hoc-committee?mc_cid=44ca76fc30&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
9} – WRESTLER FOR LIFE STORY OF THE WEEK: BETWEEN ABDICATION AND ACCEPTANCE
USA Wrestling’s “Wrestler for Life” program has started accepting submissions for “The Story of the Week”. It can be about anything wrestling related, whether it’s a particular wrestling match you’ll never forget, or a life lesson that the sport taught you. If your story is chosen, it will be featured on TheMat.com, and winners will receive a USA Wrestling t-shirt.
Send your submissions to: Wrestlerforlife@usawrestling.org
This week’s submission is by Alessandro Vitello
Like a lot of young kids in the eastern Ohio and western Pennsylvania region, I grew up wrestling. I idolized my two older brothers, and they wrestled. So naturally, I wanted to wrestle too. I remember hanging out with my brother’s high school teammates, and just knowing I was the coolest little guy in the gym. I don’t have any photographic proof, but I know my parents had to tie me to the stands to keep me from running onto the mat during actual matches. I like to tell my wife she was my first true love, but if I am being honest, my first love was wrestling. I was hooked at a young age, and couldn’t wait to try it for myself.
I started so young, I have a hard time recalling anything from the first season. I know I lost a lot. Other than that, all I really know about my beginnings in wrestling is that I loved it. Practices. The coaches. Everything. I even loved getting up at five in the morning, in the bitter winter cold, with inches of snow on the ground, and travelling an hour or more to make an 8:00 AM weigh in for some random tournament. There were so many great memories.
My oldest brother, who was one of my coaches, throwing me over his shoulder and running across the parking lot, in snow up to his shins, so I could make the scale in time. The cold locker room, and the even colder marker, as it touched my little arm. Marking my weight, and letting the entire world know I was a sixty pound wrestler. Putting on my singlet, lacing up my shoes, strapping my headgear, onto one of my down singlet straps, and jumping into my warm-ups. I was, in my own little mind, a warrior, and this was my preparation. My armor. The only place in the entire world I was in control. The outcome, good or bad, was based on my abilities. … rest of story at https://www.teamusa.org/USA-Wrestling/Features/2020/August/13/Wrestler-for-Life-Story-of-the-Week?mc_cid=18ec0c1b30&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
10 } – .The Wrestler’s Credo
When my mind is filled with doubt that things will not work out, I put my head down and charge ahead. I learned from many years on a wrestling mat, that is all you can do. There will always be someone better or someone who works harder. That is life. A person with a unique talent that whatever you do, he wins. He figures out a way to defend your single leg despite your best efforts to score. The wrestler’s credo is that whatever happens, you get up and keep going. Like a wrestling match, life will hit funk rolls, and many times you won’t be able to score. Other times, you are paralyzed by fear and indecision and struggle to understand the reason. During those times, it is a constant reminder to get up and keep going.
I can’t say and will never know if I would have learned this mentality of perseverance, and constant forward movement if I never stepped on a wrestling mat. It has been wrestling’s greatest gift to me. A gift wrapped in blood, sweat, tears, and struggle. Inside the wrapping paper is mental fortitude — the wrestler’s credo.
The credo is committed and obligated to bring honor to the sport by never quitting and refusing to stay down. It is a sacred trust that is agreed upon in every wrestling room. When all is lost, a voice in our head tells you, “It’s OK. You can get up, keep working, keep giving your best, don’t give in to the pain.” Every person will fail more than they succeed. They will take beatings. Some will be pretty bad, leaving you with black eyes and bruising. It is the severe blows that test our resolve. It will test our willingness to fight. The other voice in your head says, “Stay down, find something easier, no one will even notice if you quit.” It is comforting and offers reassurance. It is the voice that gives up an easy go-behind instead of fighting for a stalemate. It is the voice that every wrestler tries to silence to a whisper. .. rest of story at https://intermatwrestle.com/articles/23810?mc_cid=18ec0c1b30&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
Wrestling History – # 14
TDR Editor’s Notes ; Our birthday wishes for coach Smith are a bit late but the story included here shares testimonies from several of the wrestlers thatSmith coached. A look at two Olympic wrestlers from 1984 and 2008 are included as these were memorable moments in wrestling history. Also included are individual wrestlers’ accounts of their wrestling role models. These are part of series of interviews by Track Wrestling.
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1 } – .Happy birthday to OSU wrestling coach John Smith: Here’s what OSU legends say about his impact
Happy birthday to Oklahoma State wrestling coach John Smith, who turns 55 on Sunday. Smith was announced as the first wrestler to be inducted into the Oklahoma Hall of Fame in May. Many of Smith’s current and former wrestlers, which included national champions, MMA standouts and successful coaches, reacted to their former coach’s honor, mentioning not only Smith’s impact on them individually, but on the entire sport of wrestling. “I cannot think of someone who deserves to be in the Oklahoma Hall of Fame more than Coach Smith. He has had a huge impact in my wrestling career. I am lucky that I get to learn from one of the greatest wrestlers of all-time. Hopefully this opens the door for more wrestlers to receive this honor.” Fix was an NCAA runner-up as a freshman in 2019 before redshirting this past season to prepare for the 2020 Olympics, which were postponed until 2021 because of the COVID-19 crisis. Before going to OSU, Fix was a four-time state champion and never lost a match at Sand Springs. “Coach Smith has had an everlasting effect on me, and just being in his presence makes you want to be the greatest, not only in wrestling, but as a person, as well. I’m sure many people will agree with me and say he should have got inducted a long time ago.” Piccininni finished his OSU wrestling career this year as a four-time Big 12 champion and two-time All-American. He recently announced he’s pursuing a career in MMA. .. rest of story at https://tulsaworld.com/sports/college/osu/happy-birthday-to-osu-wrestling-coach-john-smith-heres-what-osu-legends-say-about-his/collection_2b1b4333-5c9a-58dd-8f97-59bf0618830d.html?mc_cid=2938e52dc9&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
2 } – Steve Costanzo: My Wrestling Hero
Today’s installment of My Wrestling Hero features Steve Costanzo. The head coach of Division II power St. Cloud State shares his thoughts on his wrestling heroes: Mark Schwab, Mike Denney and Rick Allgood.
These are Costanzo’s words on his wrestling heroes:
“I have a lot of wrestling heroes. One would be Mark Schwab. He would be one of them for sure. In ninth grade, he was working at JROB camp and kind of took me off to the side when I got in trouble with J and J made him work out with me since J was mad at me for wearing plastics at wrestling camp when he told the kids ahead of time that no plastics were allowed. He put Mark Schwab on me. Mark was really good to me. I learned a lot. I still remember it like it was yesterday. I don’t know if Mark remembers it, but how can you forget as a 15-year-old wrestling with Mark Schwab at camp — not just for a few minutes — but quite awhile.
“After that, I followed Mark for quite a while. I love the way he writes and thinks. I like his wrestling mind. I’ve had him up to St. Cloud to talk to our guys and he does a great job.
“Mike Denney has to be one since he was my college coach. Another one would be my elementary, junior high and high school coach, Rick Allgood. He started me in wrestling in second grade. Back in those days he was the high school coach who ran the … rest of story at https://www.trackwrestling.com/PortalPost.jsp?TIM=1596595034789&twSessionId=fkhorqqgul&postId=788160135&mc_cid=490d601747&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
3 } – Drake Ayala: My Wrestling Hero
Today’s installment of My Wrestling Hero features Drake Ayala. The two-time Fargo and Iowa state high school champion and Iowa recruit shares his thoughts on his wrestling heroes: his father and grandfather.
These are Ayala’s words on his wrestling heroes:
“I would say my wrestling hero would have to be two people. I think it would be my father, Sam, and my grandpa, Jerry. They’re my wrestling heroes, not because they’re some big superstars in wrestling, just because they’re the people who inspire me to do what I do. I want to make them proud. They did wrestle and I know they have some regrets in this sport, so I don’t want to have any regrets myself. Doing this for them makes me feel better. … rest of story at https://www.trackwrestling.com/PortalPost.jsp?TIM=1597009911584&twSessionId=tehmutpxcy&postId=788254135&mc_cid=2938e52dc9&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
4 } – Lehigh Valley Flashback Aug. 9: In 1984, Easton’s Bobby Weaver pins his way to Olympic gold
A look back at Lehigh Valley sports stories over the years from Aug. 9.
2009—Easton graduate Jordan Oliver wins a bronze medal in freestyle wrestling at the Junior World Championships in Ankara, Turkey. Oliver, who was 19-1 in open tournaments while redshirting at Oklahoma State as a freshman, wins four of five matches in Turkey and beats Batchuluun Batmagnia of Mongolia in the bronze-medal match.
1984—Former Easton and Lehigh University star Bobby Weaver wins the 48-kilogram gold medal of the Olympic freestyle wrestling tournament by pinning Japan’s Takoshi Irie at 2:58 of the first period. Weaver had qualified for the 1980 U.S. Olympic team, but lost his chance to compete when the U.S. boycotted the games in Moscow over the Soviet Union’s invasion of Afghanistan.
Also, Dieruff grad Joe Atiyeh, who holds dual U.S.-Syrian citizenship, wins his first match at 100 kilograms (220 pounds), pinning Romania’s Vaile Puscasu at 1:18 of the second period. Earlier, Atiyeh had been selected to carry the Syrian flag during the Opening Ceremonies at the Los Angeles Coliseum. … rest of story at https://www.mcall.com/sports/mc-spt-lehigh-valley-flashback-aug-9-20200809-md7kwd62xrfndo7ow7ioky7gtm-story.html?mc_cid=2938e52dc9&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
5 } – Family Tradition: Matters have succeeded on and off the mat
Andy Matter was a two-time NCAA champion for Penn State (1971-72) while his sons, Clint and Brett, an NCAA champion in 2000, wrestled for Penn. The family combined for nine EIWA titles — but their true legacy lies with Beat the Streets Philadelphia. … rest of story and podcast at https://www.trackwrestling.com/PortalPlayer.jsp?TIM=1596766397951&twSessionId=bhjtujfbsr&videoId=788185135&mc_cid=d480353b0e&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
6 } – Matt Azevedo: My Wrestling Hero
Today’s installment of My Wrestling Hero features Matt Azevedo. The Drexel coach shares his thoughts on his wrestling hero: John Azevedo. “The first person that comes to might is my uncle, John Azevedo. He was a big influence on me. He coached me and we also coached together in college. He was a big influence on me. He’s given me an example. He was a good role model — a good person for me to be like. “Not only is he a good wrestler and a great coach but a really good person as well. He set the bar really high. Even to this day, we talk and he’s giving me wisdom and input and advice. He definitely challenged me and pushed me as a wrestler … rest of story at https://www.trackwrestling.com/PortalPost.jsp?TIM=1596921505679&twSessionId=mbkbtjjhhn&postId=788245135&mc_cid=040ae84fd3&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
7 } – Jake Deitchler shocked the wrestling world when he made the 2008 Olympics in high school
Jake Deitchler qualified for the 2008 Olympics at 18 but battled concussions for the remainder of his career. Hear from the energetic and insightful Deitchler about his unique wrestling journey. … rest of story and video at https://www.trackwrestling.com/PortalPlayer.jsp?TIM=1597203083203&twSessionId=swjolstfpm&videoId=788256135&mc_cid=44ca76fc30&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
8 } – Tate Picklo: My Wrestling Hero
Today’s installment of My Wrestling Hero features Tate Picklo. The 2019 Cadet World Team member and Oklahoma recruit shares his thoughts on his wrestling hero: his father, Brian.
These are Picklo’s words on his wrestling hero:
“I’m sure this isn’t a surprise but my wrestling hero would have to be my father, Brian. That’s just because he wasn’t given the talents that many good wrestlers are these days. He hadn’t been wrestling his whole life and he had to fight for everything he earned. It’s an inspiration to not just me but to every wrestler he’s told the story to has talked about that and how he is inspiring to them. How he had to work for everything and all the battles he had to get to where he is now. “One of the things he does best as a coach is not just being the coach but being a father figure to a lot of the wrestlers. There’s a couple kids on our team who … rest of story at https://www.trackwrestling.com/PortalPost.jsp?TIM=1597203083203&twSessionId=swjolstfpm&postId=788467135&mc_cid=44ca76fc30&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
9} – Frank Molinaro: What I learned from Cael Sanderson
Frank Molinaro wrestled under Cael Sanderson at Penn State during the 2010-12 seasons — placing fifth at the NCAA championships as a sophomore, second as a junior and first as a senior. Molinaro eventually placed fifth at the 2016 Olympics and is currently an assistant at Arizona State.
Sanderson went 159-0 at Iowa State (1999-2002), won a gold medal at the 2004 Olympics and has coached Penn State to eight NCAA championships in 10 seasons (2011-14, 2016-19).
These are Molinaro’s words on what he has learned from Sanderson.
Focus on improvement — not outcomes
From the beginning, the first thing I learned was to stop focusing so much on having success and having the outcomes I wanted — and I started focusing more on improvement. From there, that changed my whole perspective. Then I went from the process being such a grind to the process being so fun — really looking forward to going to practice at 3 p.m. From that, I started going deeper into my perspective and my mentality and my approach because I saw such an advantage for thinking the right way. The biggest thing I learned from Cael is how to think the right way. How to have the right mentality and the right perspective. He taught me how to be grateful for being able to wrestle and train and always improving. His biggest thing is constant improvement. I think he’s quoted as saying, ‘If you’re not improving, then you’re going to learn a painful lesson from somebody who is.’ That was the biggest thing: constant improvement. That wasn’t just wrestling. Most of that improvement came through mindset. It always came through having the right perspective. Always redirecting us back to the right perspective.
Be intentional
Penn State does a good job of doing everything intentionally — from their practice plan all the way down to how they’re going to warm up, how they’re not going to warm up, how they’re not going to run, when they’re going to cut their weight, when they’re going to travel, what days they should book the flights, and what airport they should use. They look at every single detail.
They’re very obsessive about the details. … rest of story at https://www.trackwrestling.com/PortalPost.jsp?TIM=1596766397951&twSessionId=bhjtujfbsr&postId=788165135&mc_cid=d480353b0e&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
10 } – Cory Land: My Wrestling Hero
Today’s installment of My Wrestling Hero features Cory Land. The 2019 Cadet World Team member and three-time Alabama state champion shares his thoughts on his wrestling heroes: his brother, Michael.
These are Land’s words on his wrestling hero:
“I’d have to say my wrestling hero is my brother (Michael) because he’s the one who got me into the sport and he’s always been right there to support me and help me. He’s my biggest fan. We’re really close. We’ve spent countless hours wrestling in the living room on our carpet floor. We’re always on each other.
“It used to be he was teaching me stuff since he started wrestling before me and he knew more than me and now we’re getting closer to the same size so now we’re drill partners, so that’s pretty cool. He’s really good, he’s not the greatest wrestler in the world, he’s not Jordan Burroughs or anything, but without him I wouldn’t be where I am today. … rest of story at https://www.trackwrestling.com/PortalPost.jsp?TIM=1597115238197&twSessionId=qqayahikyu&postId=788263135&mc_cid=a0c3658079&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
Women’s Wrestling News # 46
TDR Editor’s Notes ; Leading of this posting of 10 articles about women in wrestling and women’s wrestling news we share the attention and accolades for the long time and productive communications director Gary Abbottat USA Wrestling. Gary is an excellant hard working writer who has been a positive wrestling fan for decades. In the late 1980s we attended one of the first national women’s championships which was held during the World Cup in Toledo, Ohio. While watching the athletes in competition one could see the discipline, ethusiasm and competitive spirit in each of the wrestlers. It was agreed that this new division in the sport would grow and it would be a worthwhile effort in expanding the sport in general. In just over 30 years women’s wrestling grew by the efforts in USA Wrestling, U.S.G.W.A. and other athletic organization to the point that it has become sanctioned by scholastic athletic associations in at least 25 states. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
1 } – Gary Abbott was the lone media voice for women’s wrestling
Rich Bender was an intern at USA Wrestling in 1988 when he was asked to make a presentation to the board of directors about sending a women’s team to the 1989 World Championships. The presentation must have worked since the first U.S. women’s World team competed the following year. Five female wrestlers from the United States made history by competing at the Women’s Freestyle World Championships in Martigny, Switzerland. Afsoon Johnston (third), Asia DeWeese (second), and Leia Kawaii (second) were the first U.S. women to medal at the Worlds, which laid the groundwork for future generations of female wrestlers.
This was still a primitive time for women’s wrestling. Kitchen appliances were given as prizes in addition to medals. While an ‘Outstanding Wrestler’ Award was selected for the men, the ‘Most Beautiful Wrestler’ Award was selected for the women. Similar to a beauty pageant, a tiara was placed on the head of the most beautiful wrestler.
Today, Bender is the executive director of USA Wrestling and he credits one person helping him with his presentation to the board and he credits one person for laying the groundwork for women’s wrestling media coverage: Gary Abbott.
“Few, if anyone, has had a bigger impact on the promotion of women’s wrestling than Gary Abbott,” Bender said. “He’s long been a bulldog on the idea of women having the same opportunity as men. Gary doesn’t jump to the front for credit and he doesn’t worry about his name in print anywhere. He’s more worried about doing everything in his power to illuminate women and their participation in our sport. “It’s his innate desire to do a good job for wrestling. Gary has long subscribed to the idea that the involvement of women’s wrestling does nothing but make the sport better. He’s long been the hardest working guy in wrestling. … rest of story at https://www.trackwrestling.com/tw/PortalPost.jsp?postId=788534135&mc_cid=fca2dfc53b&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
2 } – Emma Bruntil (McKendree University) vs Dalia Garibay (Colorado Mesa University) and other video clips … rest of story at https://www.trackwrestling.com/tw/VideoPlayer.jsp?matchId=22014873132&TIM=1596297260477&twSessionId=thjstxpaju
3 } – Victoria Anthony: My Wrestling Hero
Today’s installment of My Wrestling Hero features Victoria Anthony. The eight-time women’s freestyle National Team member shares her thoughts on her wrestling heroes: Carol Huynh and Clarissa Chun.
These are Anthony’s words on her wrestling heroes:
“My wrestling hero would be Carol Huynh and Clarissa Chun because I look up to them so much. First and foremost, they are such kind and honorable people and that’s what I value the most. Clarissa’s style is amazing. It’s so fun and exciting and her background is judo, which is the same as mine — so I loved watching her wrestling style.
“Carol, I get to wrestle with every day since I live in Calgary now. Just getting to know Carol during this time — I look over at her during practice and I’m like, ‘I’m so lucky because she is such a good person.’ She is still so strong and so fast and motivated. … rest of story at https://www.trackwrestling.com/PortalPost.jsp?TIM=1596228020560&twSessionId=yefscikkhd&postId=787827135&mc_cid=18dff864d7&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
4 } – Blades V Elor At Who’s #1
FloWrestling announced during their Dake V Chamizo event that high school wrestlers Kennedy & Amit Elor would face-off at Who’s #1 this October. Both Elor & Blades are entering their junior years at No. 1 in their weights. Amit is No. 1 at 152 pounds and Blades No. 1 at 164 pounds. Both girls have accolades on the state, national, and international levels. This big match-up comes after some major disappointment from the July 25th card. Not only where there were no women featured on the card, but also it came out that top female wrestlers were offered significantly lower pay than their male counterparts. There is a lot of pressure on FloWrestling to provide more coverage of women’s & Greco-Roman wrestling. … rest of story at https://www.wreaperwrestling.com/blades-v-elor-at-whos-1/?mc_cid=c6e5782be1&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
5 } – Julia Salata: My Wrestling Hero
Today’s installment of My Wrestling Hero features Julia Salata. The four-time women’s freestyle National Team member and King assistant coach shares her thoughts on her wrestling hero: Jacque Davis.
These are Salata’s words on her wrestling hero:
“I’m going to go with Jacque Davis. I worked with Jacque on a number of different things. I first met her in Fargo in 2014 when she first got the job as Beat the Streets New York women’s coordinator. I didn’t really know Jacque. She was never a high profile senior-level athlete. She was unknown to me. It was like, ‘Who’s this person coaching with me on Team New York? I don’t really know her.’ After being around her for 10 days it was like, ‘Holy crap, she’s incredible.’
“From that point we started collaborating on several things and a couple different projects. Everything she does, she puts 100 percent into everything. … rest of story at https://www.trackwrestling.com/PortalPost.jsp?TIM=1596678206992&twSessionId=vsretnndpf&postId=788178135&mc_cid=dabfe2c4a0&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
6 } – Emily Shilson: My Wrestling Hero
Today’s installment of My Wrestling Hero features Emily Shilson. The 2018 Cadet World champion and 2020 national champion for Augsburg University shares her thoughts on her wrestling heroes: Her father, Chad, and brother, Tyler.
These are Shilson’s words on her wrestling heroes:
“I’d probably say my dad since he has been my coach my entire life. He and my brother are the reason why I started wrestling and they both wrestled. They’ve been a huge part of my wrestling career.
“My dad has always been a huge advocate for me and girls wrestling in Minnesota. Right now we’re working on getting it sanctioned at the high school level here and he’s always been supportive of me. When I asked if I could start wrestling at five … rest of story at https://www.trackwrestling.com/PortalPost.jsp?TIM=1596921505679&twSessionId=mbkbtjjhhn&postId=788210135&mc_cid=040ae84fd3&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
7 } – TOM’s Quarant-Interview with Dominique Parrish
TOM recently had the opportunity to speak with three-time U23 World Team member and 2019 Patricia Miranda Medal winner Dominique Parrish. Dom talks about her start in the sport and how she ended up wrestling at Simon Fraser. Parrish continues to train at Simon Fraser and she was a participant in Final X in 2019 at 55 kg. She talks about her takeaways from that series with the eventual world champion, Jacarra Winchester, and then Jacarra’s success in Kazakhstan. … rest of story at https://news.theopenmat.com/womens-wrestling/toms-quarant-interview-with-dominique-parrish/78685?mc_cid=adab565cde&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
8 } – Alara Boyd: My Wrestling Hero
Today’s installment of My Wrestling Hero features Alara Boyd. The two-time Cadet World medalist shares her thoughts on her wrestling hero: his father, Jimmy. These are Boyd’s words on her wrestling hero:
“My wrestling hero would be my dad (Jimmy). My dad wrestled in high school and he’s really the one who got me into wrestling and pushed me all the years I was wrestling. He took me to countless camps, countless tournaments. When I was younger I lived in Indiana, but I’d wrestle in Ohio because it was closer and there was more competition there so he took me all over the country. Not only that, but I have three other siblings and they do three sports, too. He and my mom found a way to come to my overseas tournaments. … rest of story at https://www.trackwrestling.com/PortalPost.jsp?TIM=1597266293777&twSessionId=tgmfgcuzar&postId=788477135&mc_cid=adab565cde&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
9} – Wrestling was a refreshing taste of consistency and structure for Jacque Davis
Jacque Davis is on the front lines for advancing women’s wrestling. She reflects on her upbringing, her work with Beat the Streets New York, and coaching the sport she loves. … rest of story and video at https://www.trackwrestling.com/PortalPlayer.jsp?TIM=1597266293777&twSessionId=tgmfgcuzar&videoId=788258135&mc_cid=adab565cde&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
10 } – What is the Women’s Collegiate Wrestling Festival?
Wrestle Like A Girl has come up with an innovative solution and engagement opportunity to close the gap between high school athletes and college coaches this year.
The Women’s Collegiate Wrestling Festival, scheduled for August 17-21, will focus on creating coach-athlete connections and educating athletes, parents and coaches about wrestling in college. I.e., things like navigating the recruiting process, scholarships, freestyle wrestling, balancing academics … rest of story at https://www.transitionwrestling.com/what-is-the-womens-collegiate-wrestling-festival/?mc_cid=18ec0c1b30&mc_eid=2ef7cbca4b
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