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NCAA wrestling award standings update for the 2025 season

INDIANAPOLIS — The NCAA has released updated standings for the 2025 NCAA Wrestling Awards that will be awarded in March at the respective Division I, II and III Wrestling Championships.  The inaugural NCAA Wrestling Awards were presented at the 2012 wrestling championships. The three awards, given in each division, honor the Most Dominant Wrestler as well as the student-athletes that have accumulated the most falls and the most technical falls throughout the course of the regular and postseasons.  🤼 MORE COLLEGE WRESTLING 🤼 🚨 Alerts and updates on Bleacher Report🎥 Wrestling on YouTube 🍎 Follow on Apple News
For results to be counted for the awards, they must come against opponents in the same division (i.e., Division II vs. Division II). Ties in the falls and tech falls categories are broken based on the aggregate time. This week features the fourth standings of the Most Dominant Wrestler award, which features a 17-match minimum to qualify for the standings. The Most Dominant Wrestler standings are calculated by adding the total number of team points awarded through match results and dividing that number by the total number of matches wrestled. Points per match are awarded as follows.
* Fall, forfeit, injury default or DQ = 6 points (-6 points for a loss)
* Tech falls = 5 points (-5 points for a loss)
* Major decision = 4 points (-4 points for a loss)
* Decision = 3 points (-3 points for a loss)
In Division I, there was no movement at the top as Oklahoma State heavyweight Wyatt Hendrickson continues to lead the most dominant rankings. In falls, Lehigh’s Kelvin Griffin extended his lead to three with 18 in 53:45. In tech falls, Penn State’s Mitchell Mesenbrink picked up one to widen his lead to two with 15 in 78:48.
With Division II and III regionals coming up this weekend, rankings for those divisions stayed mostly static this week. The most dominant wrestler in Division II at 184 pounds is Ty McGeary from West Liberty. At 5.22 points per match, McGeary has led three straight weeks. … more at … https://www.ncaa.com/news/wrestling/article/2025-02-26/ncaa-wrestling-award-standings-update-2025-season

February 28, 2025 Posted by | Uncategorized | , | Leave a comment

No. 2 Iowa solidifies spot with rivalry win over Oklahoma State

NEWTON, Iowa — With the dual-meet season in the rearview mirror and the focus shifting to the postseason, the Feb. 25 rankings update will serve as the final dual-meet team rankings for the 2024-25 season. On the strength of a huge home dual win against rival Oklahoma State (13-1) Sunday, No. 2 Iowa (13-1) handed the Cowboys their only defeat of the season, 21-16. Penn State remained in the top spot after finishing the season with a 15-0 record, while OSU stayed in the No. 3 spot in WIN’s Dual Rankings. A slight shakeup in WIN’s Tournament Power Index (TPI) occurred this week as Nebraska slid into the No. 3 spot ahead of No. 4 Oklahoma State, while Penn State remained No. 1 and Iowa No. 2, respectively. WIN’s TPI compiles a point total with each team’s ranked wrestlers similar to NCAA tournament scoring, whereas the Dual Rankings rates teams based on full line-ups.
The following is a breakdown of those individual TPI points per ranking: 20 for 1st, 16 for 2nd, 13.5 for 3rd, 12.5 for 4th, 10 for 5th, 9 for 6th, 6.5 for 7th and 5.5 for 8th. Wrestlers ranked 9-12 earn two points each, followed by one and a half points for wrestlers ranked 13-16 and one point for those ranked 17-20.
Penn State features three top-ranked wrestlers in WIN’s TPI: Tyler Kasak (157), Mitchell Mesenbrink (165) and Carter Starocci (184). Iowa features two No. 1-rated wrestlers: Drake Ayala (133) and Stephen Buchanan (197). The remaining top-ranked wrestlers at their weights are Purdue’s Matt Ramos (125), Northern Colorado’s Andrew Alirez (141), … more at … https://www.win-magazine.com/2025/02/25/no-2-iowa-solidifies-spot-with-rivalry-win-over-oklahoma-state/
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No. 3 Hawkeyes Down No. 2 Cowboys for Fifth Straight Year
The third-ranked Iowa men’s wrestling team defeated No. 2 Oklahoma State, 21-16, on Sunday in Iowa City. It was the Hawkeyes fifth straight win over the Cowboys and Iowa has won nine of the last 11 meetings.
IOWA CITY, Iowa – The third-ranked University of Iowa wrestling team defeated No. 2 Oklahoma State, 21-16, on Sunday night on Mediacom Mat at Carver-Hawkeye Arena. It was the Hawkeyes fifth straight win over the Cowboys and Iowa has won nine of the last 11 meetings.  The Hawkeyes won six bouts and got bonus points at three weights.  “Good performance tonight as a team,” said head coach Tom Brands. “Still getting better.” 
Oklahoma State got the dual at 125 pounds with a major decision from No. 4 Troy Spratley over Joey Cruz, 17-3.  At 133, Iowa responded with a major decision of its own from Drake Ayala over Rin Sakamoto, 11-1.  Oklahoma State responded right back with a major decision at 141 pounds with fifth-ranked Tagen Jamison winning over Jace Rhodes, 8-0.  Kyle Parco added a decision over No. 18 Carter Young, 7-1, at 149 pounds. Jacori Teemer added a decision at 157 pounds to send the Hawkeyes to the break leading 10-8. Teemer defeated No. 14 Caleb Fish, 10-6.  Michael Caliendo got the Hawkeyes bonus points via a major decision at 165 pounds winning, 10-1, over No. 6 Cameron Amine. “I think I have learned a lot about myself this year,” said Caliendo. “I know I can go out and get majors against tough guys. Get bonus points for the team. Knew it was going to be a tough dual so in my head I am trying to score as many team points as possible. … more at … https://hawkeyesports.com/news/2025/02/23/no-3-hawkeyes-down-2-cowboys-for-fifth-straight-year
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OSU Wrestling: Hawkeyes Beat Cowboys 21-16 in Iowa City
It’s the second straight season that Iowa ends the Cowboys’ unbeaten run.
For the second straight season, the Cowboys’ undefeated run comes to an end at the hands of their rival Hawkeyes, and the dual’s biggest upset wasn’t short on storylines. Oklahoma State lost to Iowa 21-16 on Sunday night in Carver-Hawkeye Arena. The Hawkeyes had a 14-11 lead heading into the 184-pound match that featured Dustin Plott taking on Angelo Ferrari, A.J. Ferrari’s younger brother. The two had an excellent match that ended with a Ferrari takedown in sudden victory.
To get to that point, Ferrari had a 3-2 lead in the third period when he selected bottom. That proved to be a mistake, though, as Plott rode Ferrari the entire period and secured a riding-time point to tie the match. The ride had a few slick scrambles that Plott always came out in control on. It felt the momentum was starting to shift his way after Ferrari took him down in the third period. Like his older brother, Angelo wrestles low, making it tough to get to his legs. But with how Plott rode Ferrari for the entire third, you felt good about Plott’s chances in ride outs. In sudden-victory, Ferrari got in on an initial shot that led to an impressive scramble. It looked like Plott was starting to come out on the right end of it, but a whistle was blown for a potentially dangerous hold, sending the wrestlers back to the middle of the mat. Then Ferrari got in on another shot and was able to finish. … more at … https://pistolsfiringblog.com/osu-wrestling-hawkeyes-beat-cowboys-21-16-in-iowa-city/
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Angelo Ferrari’s upset over All-American Dustin Plott elevates No. 3 Iowa past No. 2 Oklahoma State
The biggest college wrestling dual of the year lived up to the hype. 
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In front of a sold-out crowd of fans in Carver-Hawkeye Arena, the No. 3 Iowa Hawkeyes defended their house against the fiery, deep Oklahoma State Cowboys 21-16 headlined by an upset win from true freshman Angelo Ferrari over All-American Dustin Plott at 184 pounds.  Ferrari took the mat in place of starter Gabe Arnold with the Hawks leading 14-11 following bonus point victories from Drake Ayala and Mikey Caliendo at 133 and 165 pounds respectively as well as decision wins from Kyle Parco and Jacori Teemer. The young Hawk, though, quickly stole the spotlight. 
His second-period takedown against Plott brought the crowd to their feet, and, despite Plott’s hard ride in the third to force sudden victory, Ferrari never let up. He initiated two scrambles in the first minute of sudden victory with the first resulting in a potential dangerous situation. The second attempt proved to be different. Ferrari picked off Plott’s ankle and then rolled around the side of his Cowboy foe for the biggest win of the dual, 6-3. … more at … https://www.ncaa.com/live-updates/wrestling/d1/angelo-ferraris-upset-over-all-american-dustin-plott-elevates-no-3-iowa-past-no-2-oklahoma

February 27, 2025 Posted by | Uncategorized | , | Leave a comment

2024-25 high school individual state champions list, as of Feb. 25: 17 more states host championships

Once again, USA Wrestling will publish regular updates on the 2024-25 state high school champions for both boys and girls.
Winning a state high school title is an amazing achievement for a high school student-athlete. We will post the champions from official state high school championships for boys, as well as the girls who have won official state high school titles, as well as the recognized state competitions which are not run by their state high school association. We will also post the team champions at the state level as available. As available, we will include the state champion’s year in school and final record. February is the busiest month for high school state wrestling championships.
This past week, the public school state championships that were held were Arizona Boys and Girls State Championships in Phoenix, the Connecticut Boys State Championships (LL in Trumbull, L in Wilton, M in North Haven, S in Danielson),  the Hawaii Boys and Girls State Championships in Honolulu, the Illinois Boys State Championships in Champaign, the Indiana Boys State Championships in Indianapolis, the Iowa Boys State Championships in Des Moines, the Maine All-Class Boys State Championships in Topsham, the Massachusetts Boys and Girls State Championships (Div. I in North Andover, Div. II in Salem, Div. III in Foxborough), the Nebraska Boys and Girls State Championships in Omaha, the New Hampshire Boys State Championships (Div. I in Londonderry, Div. II in Goffstown, Div. III in Peterborough), the New Mexico Boys and Girls State Championships in Rio Rancho, the North Carolina Boys and Girls State Championships in Greensboro, the North Dakota Boys and Girls State Championships in Fargo, the South Carolina Boys and Girls State Championships in Florence, the Tennessee Div. I Boys and the Tennessee Girls State Championships in Franklin … more at … https://www.themat.com/news/2025/february/25/2024-25-high-school-individual-state-champions-list-as-of-feb-25-17-more-states-host-championships

February 27, 2025 Posted by | Uncategorized | , , , | Leave a comment

NAIA Women’s Wrestling News

2025 NAIA Women’s Wrestling National Championships Allocations Announced
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — The National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) has announced the allocations for the third annual NAIA Women’s Wrestling National Championships, which will be held March 14th and 15th at Park City Arena in Park City, Kan., and hosted by Visit Wichita.
Each conference tournament awards automatic bids per weight class based on the final regular-season rating, which can be seen HERE. The NAIA coaches’ rating is voted upon by a panel of head coaches representing each of the six conferences. The top 20 individuals in each weight class are based on how each individual rater casts votes for the best individuals.
Each conference weight class champion earns an automatic berth to the national championship, additional allocations are determined based on the final regular season rankings for each wrestler ranked in the top 17 in a specific weight class. … more at … https://naia.prestosports.com/sports/wwrest/2024-25/Releases/Allocations

2024-25 NAIA Women’s Wrestling Coaches’ Top 20 – Final (February 19)
Feb 19, 2025
KANSAS CITY, Mo. – The Running Eagles of Life (Ga.) head into the postseason ranked on top of NAIA Women’s Wrestling in the final coaches’ top 20 rating of the 2024-25 season. Individually, the Running Eagles boast five top-ranked wrestlers in the 110, 138, 145, 160, and 180-pound classes.
Grand View (Iowa) continued to hold strong at second, while William Penn (Iowa), Providence (Mont.), Cumberlands (Ky.), and Southern Oregon also held the same rank from the previous release, rounding out the top five. Saint Mary (Kan.) joined the top 20 in the final edition at No. 15 after receiving votes all season.
Rating Methodology
The highest and lowest ranking for each team
The ratings were voted upon by a panel of head coaches representing each of the six conferences.
Two days prior to the national rating, each qualifying group rater submits the top 10 individuals from each weight class in the conference into the system. Only wrestlers listed on a conference ballot are considered for the national ballot.
The top 20 individuals in each weight class is based on how each voter ranks the best individuals. An individual receives 20 points for each first-place vote, 19 for second place and so on through the list. This same point system is used to determine the team ranking. … more at … https://naia.prestosports.com/sports/wwrest/2024-25/Releases/National_Final

February 25, 2025 Posted by | Uncategorized | , , | Leave a comment

2024-25 high school individual state champions list, as of Feb. 20

Editor’s Notes ; Updates on all state championships can be reached via USA Wrestling’s web page. Virginia and North Carolina postponed their state tournaments from Feb. 20-22 due to weather which was a prudent action. The North Carolina tournament was moved intact to Feb. 22nd to 24th. This was a wise decision in our opinion as the schedule and location remainded the same but starting two days later. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
17 state championships held last weekend
Once again, USA Wrestling will publish regular updates on the 2024-25 state high school champions for both boys and girls.
Winning a state high school title is an amazing achievement for a high school student-athlete. We will post the champions from official state high school championships for boys, as well as the girls who have won official state high school titles, as well as the recognized state competitions which are not run by their state high school association. We will also post the team champions at the state level as available. As available, we will include the state champion’s year in school and final record.
February is the busiest month for high school state wrestling championships.
This past week, the public school state championships that were held were:  the Alabama State Boys and Girls Championships in Huntsville, the Colorado State Boys and Girls Championships in Denver, the Georgia Boys and Girls State Championships in Macon, the Louisiana Boys and Girls State Championships in Bossier City, the Maine Boys State Championships in Lewistown, the Maine Girls State Championships in Farmington, the Montana Boys and Girls State Championships in Billings, the Nevada 4A Boys State Championships in Fallon, the Tennessee Boys Div. II State Championships in Nashville, the Texas Boys and Girls State Championships in Cypress, the Utah 3A, 4A, 5A and 6A Boys and Girls State Championships in Orem, the Mississippi Boys and Girls State Championships in Ocean Springs and the Delaware Girls State Championships in Smyrna.
The Independent and/or Prep School State Championships held last week were Maryland Independent State Championships in Baltimore, the New England Prep Championships in Wallingford, Conn., the North Carolina Independent State Championships in Charlotte, the Pennsylvania Independent State Championships in Fort Washington, the Texas TAPPS State Championships in Dallas and the Virginia Independent State Championships in McLean. … more at …. https://www.themat.com/news/2025/february/20/2024-25-high-school-individual-state-champions-list-as-of-feb-20-17-state-championships-held-last-weekend
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Virginia HSL postpones state championships for gymnastics, swimming & diving, wrestling
The Virginia High School League has postponed all state championships for gymnastics, swimming and diving, and wrestling scheduled to take place over the weekend, the league announced Thursday.
Watch previous coverage: All high school games off for at least 2 days after Wednesday storm
The league cited winter weather conditions for the schedule changes. The state championships will now take place next week. New plans for wrestling and gymnastics state championships have already been finalized:
Wrestling: “Six high school sites will now host a one-day championship event for state wrestling versus the two-day event held at larger venues of past championships,” WHSL Executive Director John W. “Billy” Haun shared, adding that the “larger venues” are not available next weekend. … more at … https://www.wtkr.com/sports/vhsl-postpones-state-championships-for-gymnastics-swimming-diving-wrestling

February 25, 2025 Posted by | Uncategorized | , , | Leave a comment

For Morgan State wrestling coach, legacy of winning Olympic gold ‘goes far and wide’

In 1988, Kenny Monday became the Games’ first Black wrestling champion
When Morgan State University wrestling head coach Kenny Monday was just a 10-year-old boy watching the 1972 Olympics from his home in Tulsa, Oklahoma, he decided he would become the world’s best wrestler and win his own gold medal. Sixteen years later, he would make history at the 1988 Olympics in Seoul, South Korea, as the first Black wrestler to do just that. “I think we [Team USA] had maybe three gold medalists that year [1972], Dan Gable, Wayne Wells and Ben Peterson. … I kind of dialed in and watched those guys,” Monday said. “Man, that was the first time that I realized that the Olympic gold was the pinnacle of the sport of wrestling because there’s no professional league. So once I realized that [I thought], ‘Man, that’s what I want to be.’”
Monday was introduced to wrestling at age 6 by his two older brothers. His early involvement in an after-school YMCA wrestling program blossomed into a career that would include two Olympic appearances, gold and silver medals, and a chance to lead the first Division I wrestling program at a historically Black college or university and give back to the next generation of Black wrestlers.
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National Wrestling Hall of Famer Charles “Charlie” Shivers was the sports director at the Y in Monday’s neighborhood and led the wrestling program the Monday brothers participated in. As the smallest member of the team, Monday initially struggled but learned foundational wrestling techniques with Shivers’ help. “I was the smallest and youngest kid when I started wrestling on the team, so I couldn’t beat anyone on the team. I was getting whooped every day. But it was really a great beginning because my coach is like, ‘Man, just don’t quit. Just keep coming back. Don’t quit.’ … And I got better as I went,” Monday said.
He eventually advanced out of the YMCA and moved on to different wrestling programs. He went undefeated in high school with a record of 140-0-1 and attracted interest from many major colleges. However, as a Tulsa native, his decision came down to the University of Oklahoma and Oklahoma State University, and he chose State.
Monday posted a record of 121-12-2 at Oklahoma State and won the NCAA title in 1984. After graduating, he competed in the 1984 Olympic trials, hoping to secure the singular spot for his weight class, but came in fifth place. “1985, ’86, ’87 were building years. Those were the years that I really, really honed my craft and really got to the level to where I felt like I could compete,” Monday said.
After Monday made the 1988 Olympic team for the Seoul Games, three-time world champion Leroy Kemp, a Black wrestler who was set to compete in the 1980 Moscow Olympics before the U.S. boycott, served as a mentor and friend. “I was poised to be the first Black Olympic champion in 1980,” Kemp said. “Then when that didn’t happen in ’84, the only other person that I wanted to have the distinction and honor was Kenny Monday. … It was like he was me. I got to live vicariously through him.” … more at … https://andscape.com/features/for-morgan-state-wrestling-coach-legacy-of-winning-olympic-gold-goes-far-and-wide/

February 25, 2025 Posted by | Uncategorized | , , | Leave a comment

Recent College Duals, News – N.C., S.C., & Va.-Feb. 20th

TDR EDitor’s Notes ; College stories of interest to fans in North Carolina.
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No. 16 U.N.C. Cruises To 26-10 Victory Over Virginia On Senior Night
Chapel Hill, N.C. – The 16th-ranked North Carolina wrestling team cruised to a 26-10 victory over Virginia, Friday night inside Carmichael Arena. Prior to the match, GA athletic trainer Megan Maxwell, Isaias Estrada, Aydin Guttridge, Gavin Kane, Spencer Moore, Sonny Santiago and Blaze Yawn were honored on Senior Night, for their contributions to the program during their time in Chapel Hill. On the night, seven Tar Heels were victorious: Spencer Moore (125), Ethan Oakley (133), Lachlan McNeil (149), Sonny Santiago (157), Gavin Kane (184), Cade Lautt (197) and Nolan Neves (285). Beginning the match at 149, the sixth-ranked McNeil utilized a first-period takedown and second-period reversal, clinching the 5-3 decision over UVA’s Erik Roggie. … more at … https://goheels.com/news/2025/2/14/no-16-wrestling-cruises-to-26-10-victory-over-virginia-on-senior-night
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#7 Pack Clips #17 Stanford, Improves to 5-0 in ACC Action
RALEIGH – On senior night, seventh-ranked NC State wrestling improved to 5-0 in ACC action at its final home dual of the season when it took down 17th-ranked Stanford by a 27-13 score Friday night. With Stanford not having anyone to weigh in at 125 lbs, Vince Robinson earned his win by forfeit to start the dual with six points for the Wolfpack.
Kai Orine took the mat for the final time in Reynolds Coliseum but was unable to upset seventh-ranked Tyler Knox and ultimately fell by major decision to cut the team lead to 6-4. The highlight of the night was when Troy Hohman came from behind … more at … https://gopack.com/news/2025/2/15/wrestling-7-pack-clips-17-stanford-improves-to-5-0-in-acc-action
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Lander wins second straight Conference Carolinas Men’s Wrestling crown
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GREENWOOD, S.C. – Lander University claimed their second straight Conference Carolinas men’s wrestling title with a pair of wins at the 2025 Conference Carolinas Men’s Wrestling Championship on Sunday. 12th-ranked Lander captured their second straight Conference Carolinas Men’s Wrestling crown. The Bearcats topped King University in the championship dual 34-10. Lander earned took a 15-0 lead after three bouts behind a pair of falls. Following a pair of King wins, the nation’s top-ranked wrestler at 165 pounds, David Hunsberger extended the Bearcat lead to 20-7 with a technical fall victory.
Lander clinched the win when Anthony Giampietro came up with a reversal to pin at 184 pounds to give the Bearcats a 26-10 lead. Lander then won the final two bouts to take the dual 34-10. … more at … https://conferencecarolinas.com/news/2025/2/16/lander-wins-second-straight-conference-carolinas-mens-wrestling-crown.aspx
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#12 Lander Wins Fourth Straight Conference Championship
GREENWOOD – Anthony Giampeitro (Columbus, N.J.) entered the second period of his 184-pound match down 3-1 with the King Tornado threatening to cut into a then 20-10 Lander lead in the Conference Carolinas Championship Match. But, Giampeitro showed why he was a two-time national qualifier at Millersville as he got a reversal and quickly was able to secure the pin to clinch the 12th-ranked Lander Wrestling team’s fourth-straight conference championship on Sunday inside Horne Arena. … more at … https://landerbearcats.com/news/2025/2/16/wrestling-12-lander-wins-fourth-straight-conference-championship.aspx
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Late Surge Fuels The Citadel Victory over Unbeaten Campbell, Subdues Camels 24-11
CHARLESTON, S.C. — Headlined by a spark-plug ranked win by Thomas Snipes (165 lbs) along with trio of sudden victory decisions from Gylon Sims (125 lbs), Ben Haubert (174 lbs) and Micah DiCarlo (184 lbs), The Citadel (8-4, 4-2 SoCon) managed to orchestrate a monumental victory over previously undefeated Campbell (10-9, 6-1 SoCon) for the first time in league play since the 2014-15 campaign, … more at … https://citadelsports.com/news/2025/2/14/wrestling-late-surge-fuels-the-citadel-victory-over-unbeaten-campbell-subdues-camels-24-11.aspx
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Davidson Wrestling Battles Back; Beat VMI on Senior Night
DAVIDSON, N.C. – The Davidson College wrestling team snapped a 12-dual losing streak with an emphatic win over the VMI Keydets in Belk Arena on Friday night.
Match Highlights
After winning the coin flip, head coach Nate Carr Jr. elected to begin the night at 165. His decision paid off. Bryce Griffin set the tone by securing a dominant 21-4 tech fall over Logan Chambers. Davidson led, 5-0. Marc Koch followed suit with a hard-fought 5-1 decision over Luke Hart to extend Davidson’s lead to 8-0. VMI answered back by taking the next three bouts, all bonus-point victories, to go in front 13-8. … more at … https://davidsonwildcats.com/news/2025/2/14/wrestling-battles-back-beat-vmi-on-senior-night
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Bellarmine wins fifth straight, sets program record SoCon wins after victories over Presbyterian and Gardner-Webb
BOILING SPRINGS, N.C. – Bellarmine wrestling continued to make history on Friday night, defeating Presbyterian 49-0 and Gardner-Webb 23-12 in Paul Porter Arena on the campus of Gardner-Webb University. The Knights (6-3, 5-2 SoCon) have set a new program record for most Southern Conference wins in a single season, topping the previous mark of four set in the 2022-23 season. Bellarmine has also won five consecutive SoCon duals, another first in program history. Before this season, BU had never won more than three SoCon duals in a row. “Our guys just keep battling and growing! I’m really excited about our continued direction,” head coach Ned Shuck said. “In all our matches, we are fighting hard and giving us chances to score.” In the first match of the day against Presbyterian, Bellarmine put the pedal to the metal.  … more at … https://athletics.bellarmine.edu/news/2025/2/14/wrestling-wins-fifth-straight-sets-program-record-socon-wins-after-victories-over-presbyterian-and-gardner-webb.aspx
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No. 10 Hokies defeat No. 18 Panthers for fifth-straight victory
BLACKSBURG, VA – No. 10 Virginia Tech wrestling (8-2, 4-1) dismantled visiting No. 18 Pitt (9-6, 2-3) on Valentine’s Day, winning seven of ten bouts for the Hokies’ fifth-straight victory on Friday night. Tech racked up five bonus point victories including an upset victory at 174-pounds on the evening in a pivotal battle in conference standings ahead of next weekend’s final dual.
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Finding his stride at the right time reminiscent to last year’s late season run is once again No. 22 Thomas Stewart, Jr. for the Hokies. The returning All-American posted yet another bonus point victory via major decision thanks to big throw and nearfall to start off the bout. The redshirt sophomore would then add more takedowns to give the Hokies the lead and never look back.
It was No. 26 Lennox Wolak putting the Hokies on the board – and tying the dual after Tech dropped the first two bouts – with a momentum swinging pin over No. 18 Luca Augustine at 174-pounds. … more at … https://hokiesports.com/news/2025/02/15/no-10-hokies-defeat-no-18-panthers-for-fifth-straight-victory
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NC State’s Popolizio, Robinson and Trumble carrying momentum into final weeks of the season
Feb 13, 2025, 4:41 PM EST by Savannah Asmann, USA Wrestling
WATCH: Full interview with Vince Robinson, Pat Popolizio and Isaac Trumble
The NC State wrestling team, under the leadership of head coach Pat Popolizio, is experiencing an impressive season in 2024-25. Coach Popolizio has cultivated a culture of excellence, resilience, and discipline that has pushed the team to ongoing success.
At 125 pounds, redshirt freshman Vince Robinson, ranked at No. 2, has quickly made a name for himself on the mat. Isaac Trumble, ranked No. 4 at 285 pounds, has contributed significantly to the team’s success this season. Trumble is a 2023 U23 World Champion, 2024 Olympic Team Trials runner-up and Senior National Team member. As the postseason approaches, expectations are high for NC State. The team is building on the momentum they have generated throughout the season under Coach Popolizio’s strategic guidance. … more at … https://www.themat.com/news/2025/february/13/nc-state-s-popolizio-robinson-and-trumble-carrying-momentum-into-final-weeks-of-the-season
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Conference Carolinas announces men’s wrestling all-conference awards
GREENVILLE, S.C. – The all-conference honors for Conference Carolinas men’s wrestling in the 2024-25 season were released on Friday prior to the Conference Carolinas Men’s Wrestling Championship.
The 2024-25 all-conference awards were chosen by the head coaches in Conference Carolinas.
Currently ranked No. 1 at 165 pounds and the defending national champion, David Hunsberger was selected Conference Carolinas Wrestler of the Year. He owns an overall record of 21-2, going 7-1 in Conference Carolinas matches. He has taken eight wins by technical fall, six by pin and one by major decision this year. His teammate, who is ranked third at 133 pounds, Christian Davis was selected Conference Carolinas Freshman of the Year. Davis owns a 25-5 overall record, going 9-0 in league bouts. He has taken seven wins by major decision, six by technical fall and four by pin this season. King University head coach Blaze Shade was selected Conference Carolinas Coach of the Year. … more at … https://conferencecarolinas.com/news/2025/2/14/conference-carolinas-announces-mens-wrestling-all-conference-awards.aspx
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Teague named Conference Carolinas Elite 23 Award Winner
MOUNT OLIVE (Feb. 17) – University of Mount Olive redshirt senior Colby Teague received the Conference Carolinas Elite 23 Award at the Conference Carolinas Men’s Wrestling Championship, which was hosted at Finis Horne Arena on the campus of Lander.
Teague boasts a perfect 4.00 cumulative grade-point-average (GPA) while pursuing his master’s degree in counseling: clinical mental health. He earned his bachelor’s degree in May 2023 in recreational therapy from the University of Mount Olive. A native of Newton, North Carolina, Teague became the first-ever recipient from Mount Olive … more at … https://umotrojans.com/news/2025/2/17/wrestling-teague-named-conference-carolinas-elite-23-award-winner.aspx

February 24, 2025 Posted by | Uncategorized | , | Leave a comment

Northwestern Wrestling Mourns the Passing of Former Head Coach Tom Jarman

Wheaton Wrestling Remembers its first National Champion, Tom Jarman (’65)
Former Wheaton College wrestler Tom Jarman (’65), died Thursday, January 30. Jarman was Wheaton wrestling’s first National Champion and the College’s second individual National Champion in any sport. As a sophomore in 1963, Jarman won the National Championship in the 157-pound weight class at the first NCAA College Division III Tournament, helping Wheaton to a sixth-place finish at the tournament. He followed up his National Championship season with a fourth-place finish at Nationals in 1964. He was inducted into the Wheaton College “Hall of Honor” in 1977, entering in the hall of fame’s second induction class. Wheaton head coach Jim Gruenwald says of Jarman, “As an athlete Tom was amazing, as a coach, he was even better, and as a friend and mentor he was priceless.” Gruenwald continues, “Tom Jarman was instrumental in bringing me to Wheaton. But he didn’t stop there, he coached me to be a better coach. Regular calls and encouragement helped me through the first few years of building the program, to choosing captains, and remaining calm through the difficult moments. He is loved and will be missed.”  Following his time on the mat at Wheaton, Jarman went into coaching. He served as the head wrestling coach at Taylor University from 1969-79 where he led the Trojans to a dual meet record of 119-21. His teams placed in the NAIA Top-10 for six-consecutive years from 1974-1979, and won two district titles, … more at … https://athletics.wheaton.edu/news/2025/2/4/wheaton-wrestling-remembers-its-first-national-champion-tom-jarman-65.aspx?utm_source=substack&utm_medium=email
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Northwestern Wrestling Mourns the Passing of Former Head Coach Tom Jarman
EVANSTON, Ill. – Northwestern wrestling mourns the passing of former head coach Tom Jarman, who passed away on Thursday, January 30, at the age of 82. Jarman served as Northwestern’s head wrestling coach from 1979 to 1989. During his decade in Evanston, Jarman guided the Wildcats to a 111-79 record in dual action. In 1985, he piloted the team to a fourth-place finish in the Big Ten – its highest placement in 14 years. Four years later, Jarman’s 1989 squad finished eighth overall at the NCAA Championships, for what was then the second-highest finish in program history. Overall, Jarman guided Northwestern to seven seasons of double-digit dual victories, including back-to-back 15-win seasons in 1986 and ’87. Under Jarman’s tutelage, the Wildcats earned seven All-American honors and qualified 26 athletes to the NCAA Tournament. Mike Funk, the program’s first four-time All-American, began his Northwestern career under Jarman in 1987 and wrestled to a fourth-place finish at 177 lbs that spring. To cap off his time at Northwestern, Jarman coached two wrestlers to Big Ten Championships in 1989: Jack Griffin at 118 lbs and Mark Whitehead at 190 lbs. Prior to his time with the Wildcats, Jarman began his coaching career at Taylor University, … more at … https://nusports.com/news/2025/2/6/northwestern-wrestling-mourns-the-passing-of-former-head-coach-tom-jarman

February 23, 2025 Posted by | Uncategorized | , , | Leave a comment

CSU wrestlers look to repeat history in saving their program as wrestling alum Stipe Miocic lends his support

CLEVELAND — The situation the Cleveland State Wrestling team finds itself in following the school’s decision to eliminate the program following this academic year is not unfamiliar.
RELATED: Cleveland State University discontinues 3 NCAA sports programs after Board of Trustees approval A decade ago, the 2015 squad suffered the same blow when the school axed the program. The move sent shockwaves through the team and the school.
Students rallied behind the team, voting in a referendum that they’d be willing to raise credit hour prices to save the sport. A move that a decade ago led the university to reverse its decision and reinstate the sport. It’s a formula some members of the current squad hope to replicate ten years later. An investment in wrestling now is an investment in Cleveland’s future. “I firmly believe that we have 30 guys on our roster that are from Ohio, and most of them are from the greater Cleveland area,” said wrestler Joey Lyons. That’s why he launched a GoFundMe account to raise money to mount the case for keeping the team. A push received attention when CSU wrestling’s most famous alum, Stipe Miocic, told his followers on X he was sick to his stomach and heartbroken for these young men and coaches. He said the program shaped him into the person he is. Closing with, “I hope there’s still time to make a difference and save this incredible program.” Words that were music to the team’s ears. “It’s awesome. I mean, to have a guy of that caliber, with that kind of platform and to use that platform for us, it’s astounding,” Lyons said.
If Cleveland State gets rid of wrestling, it’s a move that would come as the city of Cleveland prepares to host the sport’s ultimate showcase next spring, the 2026 NCAA Men’s Division 1 National Championships. The wrestling championships last hosted by Cleveland in 2018 … more at … https://www.news5cleveland.com/news/local-news/csu-wrestlers-look-to-repeat-history-in-saving-their-program-as-wrestling-alum-stipe-miocic-lends-his-support?utm_source=substack&utm_medium=email

February 22, 2025 Posted by | Uncategorized | , , | Leave a comment

Virginia College Wrestling News & Results

Hokies dominate Cavaliers in Commonwealth Clash
BLACKSBURG, VA – No. 10 Virginia Tech wrestling (6-2, 2-1) was down two starters, but their power was on full display on Friday night against the Virginia Cavaliers (4-4, 0-3) in Cassell Coliseum. The Hokies won nine of ten bouts with six bonus point victories including two wins by true freshmen in front of 3,755 Hokie faithful to extend their win streak to 13 over the Cavaliers.
Bonus Point Party

  • No. 5 Eddie Ventresca got the party started with a dominant major decision in a ranked victory over No. 30 Keyveon Roller. Ventresca was all offense en route to two takedowns, an escape, and riding time point to get the 8-0 victory.
  • No. 19 Connor McGonagle made his second appearance in Cassell to the tune of a 10-0 major decision against another ranked opponent. McGonagle secured a crafty takedown in the first and wouldn’t look back as he picked up a reversal, backpoints, and a riding time point to give the home team another bonus point victory.
  • No. 10 Sam Latona faced another top-20 opponent in No. 17 Dylan Cedeno at 141-pounds and it was Latona with a veteran performance. Latona was persistent with his attacks and defense on point to secure a takedown and pick up an escape and riding time point for the 5-1 decision.
  • The Hitman returned to the lineup since his last match on December 19 and didn’t miss a beat. No. 1 Caleb Henson was slowed down to a 6-2 lead in the first two periods before an offensive outburst in the third to pick up the 19-5 major decision.
  • The defending ACC champion at 184-pounds is catching fire – a 1:36 pin for yet another bonus point victory for the Hokies. No. 24 Thomas Stewart Jr. showed superb defense to offense to take his opponent from feet to back to secure the fall in the first period.
  • No. 14 Jimmy Mullen ended the dual in thrilling fashion with heavyweight leg defense right into a cradle for the second period fall. The redshirt freshman is continuing a strong season in the lineup with another bonus point victory.

Freshmen Win Dual Debuts, Smith Returns to Lineup
Two freshmen made their dual debuts – Matt Henrich and Gage Wright – in thrilling fashion … more at … https://hokiesports.com/news/2025/02/1/hokies-dominate-cavaliers-in-commonwealth-clash
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Keydets’ hot start leads to 22-20 victory
RICHMOND, Va. – In front of a packed house filled with alumni and fans, VMI Wrestling scored a massive 22-20 Southern Conference victory over Gardner-Webb Friday night at Benedictine College Prep.  
The Keydets, who move to 5-7 overall with a 1-2 SoCon record, picked up their first conference win over the Bulldogs in dramatic fashion. With the triumph, VMI has now defeated Gardner-Webb for the 10th time in program history.
VMI started the dual with an 18-4 advantage until Gardner-Webb flipped the script by tallying the next 16 points, making it 20-18 in favor of the Bulldogs. In the final bout of the evening, 149-pounder Patrick Jordon recorded a big 14-2 major decision to put the Keydets back on top and seal VMI’s first league win.
Starting off the match-opening surge … more at … https://vmikeydets.com/news/2025/1/31/wrestling-keydets-hot-start-leads-to-22-20-victory.aspx
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Dixon Named ODAC Wrestler of the Week
FERRUM, Virginia — The Old Dominion Athletic Conference (ODAC) has announced its Athletes of the Week and Ferrum College senior Rayshawn Dixon has been named Heavier Weight Wrestler of the Week. This is Dixon’s second ODAC Wrestler of the Week award this season and his 10th career honor.
Dixon posted a perfect 5-0 mark in winning the rugged Pete Willson Invitational (PWI), hosted by Wheaton College Friday and Saturday, January 31 through February 1, in Wheaton, Illinois. Included in Dixon’s two-day run in the 285-pound weight class were a pin, three major decisions and a decision.
In his semifinal win, Dixon mad an impressive 19-7 major decision over Myles Johnson of Ohio Northern University, ranked #13 in the nation by the National Wrestling Coaches Association (NWCA). He then posted a 13-6 decision in the title match over Josh Woodrey (#15 NWCA) of Augustana University.
Dixon outscored his opponents by a combined 57-16 over his five matches at the PWI, to earn his third career title. The title makes him the first Ferrum wrestler to earn three titles at the prestigious event. Current Ferrum Head Wrestling Coach Logan Meister and Dixon were tied with two titles each coming into the weekend. Currently ranked #2 in the nation, Dixon is 21-1 … more at … https://ferrumpanthers.com/news/2025/2/3/wrestling-dixon-named-odac-wrestler-of-the-week.aspx
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Mark Samuel earns ODAC Wrestler of the Week Award
FOREST, Va. – Roanoke College junior Mark Samuel earned the Old Dominion Athletic Conference (ODAC) Lighter Weight Wrestler of the week for the week of February 3.
Samuel won the 141-pound weight class and the Maroon wrestling team placed seventh at the two-day Pete Willson Wheaton Invitational Friday and Saturday, facing some of the top teams in the nation. He won four matches to advance to the finals, one by technical fall and one by major decision. Samuel had a 19-4 technical fall victory in the finals over his foe from North Central. … more at … https://roanokemaroons.com/news/2025/2/3/wrestling-mark-samuel-earns-odac-wrestler-of-the-week-award.aspx

    February 5, 2025 Posted by | Uncategorized | , | Leave a comment

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