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Discuss (0 comments)May 26, 2008For Munoz, WEC Debut is Just the Beginning - Sherdog.com
Sherdog.comFor Munoz, WEC Debut is Just the BeginningSherdog.com?- 22 minutes agoAn NCAA 197-pound champion in 2001 for Oklahoma State, Munoz holds the wrestler's advantage that could be an effective trump card. "He's really quick and he ...
Jack makes junior world wrestling team - TheReporter.com
Jack makes junior world wrestling teamTheReporter.com,?CA?- 16 minutes agoBerhow was an NCAA qualifier this year and each of the three matches went three rounds. "It seems like I've made progress by leaps and bounds," Jack said, ...
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Clayton Jack has already proven to be one of the best young wrestlers in the nation.
Shaheim Bradshaw - SUNY Brockport Athletics
Shaheim BradshawSUNY Brockport Athletics,?NY?- 1 hour agoThe 165-pounder was an NCAA All-American for the fourth consecutive year, marking only the fourth wrestler in Brockport history to earn such a distinction. ...
Women Want to Wrestle; Small Colleges Oblige - New York Times
Women Want to Wrestle; Small Colleges ObligeNew York Times,?United States?- 1 hour agoPacific University in Oregon is the only NCAA member that offers varsity women?s wrestling. The other varsity programs belong to the National Association of ...
Discuss (0 comments)May 25, 2008Burroughs wins FILA Junior World Team Trials
Lincoln -- Nebraska All-America wrestler Jordan Burroughs translated his success for the Huskers to the international level on Saturday as he won the 66 kilogram (145.5 pound) division of the FILA Junior World Team Trials in Colorado Springs, Colo. Burroughs, wrestling in the freestyle division, defeated Michigan's Kellen Russell in two consecutive sets (5-0, 4-0 in the first and 6-0, 4-0 in the second) to win the best-of-three series and claim a spot on the U.S. world team. "This is a good step towards making the 2012 Olympic team," Head Coach Mark Manning said. "[FILA World Championships] is a good opportunity to wrestler some of the best kids in the world at his age level." Burroughs will now travel with the U.S. delegation to t
Eagles land promising recruiting class - La Crosse Tribune
Eagles land promising recruiting classLa Crosse Tribune,?WI?- 1 hour agoBy JOEL BADZINSKI | La Crosse Tribune UW-La Crosse wrestling coach Dave Malecek has been looking forward to some serious relaxation this Memorial Day ...
Student Spotlight - Philadelphia Inquirer
Student SpotlightPhiladelphia Inquirer,?PA?- 30 minutes agoI have been the wrestling coach for 35 years, coached tennis for 15 years, athletic trainer for three years, and freshman soccer coach for three years. ...
OSU golf continues an incredible streak - Tulsa World
OSU golf continues an incredible streakTulsa World,?OK?- 1 hour agoThere have been plenty of dynasties in all NCAA sports over the last 62 years. In fact, OSU's wrestling team with 34 national titles is considered the ...
Musser's leadership recognized by Brown University
Chris Musser enjoyed his share of success on the wrestling mat at Vestal High School.
Prep track & field: Crestview Cougar bites back; Wynford girls repeat
If this were wrestling season, Crestview junior Matt Whitcomb would be celebrating his decisive "reversal" against New London's Kevin Thierry.
Wrestling in the wide blue yonder - North Jefferson News
Wrestling in the wide blue yonderNorth Jefferson News,?AL?- 24 minutes ago... has a definite plan on how he?d like his collegiate wrestling career to progress. ?I hope to qualify for the NCAA tournament as a freshman. ...
Borrelli inks second-ranked recruiting class in country
You've got to hand it to Tom Borrelli. Whether it's on the mat or off of it the long-time Central Michigan University wrestling coach just keeps churning out phenomenal results.
Fowler's run afoul with Pack nation - StarNewsOnline.com
Fowler's run afoul with Pack nationStarNewsOnline.com,?NC?- 18 hours agoState has won a few conference titles this decade in less-recognized sports, such as wrestling and softball, but among the six that would be front-page news ...
Discuss (0 comments)May 24, 2008Boosters rescue Devils wrestling after 10 days - Arizona Republic
Boosters rescue Devils wrestling after 10 daysArizona Republic,?AZ?- 1 hour agoLove said she believes the reinstatement will help reinvigorate ASU wrestling, which was 34th in 2007 and 28th this year at the NCAA Championships. ...
Triton wrestlers in high demand - Fort Dodge Messenger
Triton wrestlers in high demandFort Dodge Messenger,?IA?- 1 hour agoThe NCAA champion Iowa Hawkeyes signed Colby Covington, and Iowa State inked Nate Carr, Jr. Both Covington and Carr won national titles in 2007 and ...
NCAA champ returns to Region for wrestling camp - nwitimes.com
NCAA champ returns to Region for wrestling campnwitimes.com,?IN?- 27 minutes agoIn addition to defeating Minnesota rival Jayson Ness for the Region's first NCAA wrestling title in nearly 70 years, Escobedo went on to win the Northern ...
Lakeland honors pair
Lakeland College senior wrestler Paul Hartt and junior volleyball player Jessica Sparling were named the school's Male and Female Athletes of the Year, as voted upon by Lakeland's coaching staff.
Pair of Freshmen Honored By Amateur Wrestling News - CSTV.com
CSTV.comPair of Freshmen Honored By Amateur Wrestling NewsCSTV.com,?NY?- 1 hour agoAt the NCAA Championships, Letters upset #9 Chase Pami of Cal Poly in the first round. Medina was 21-13 at 149 pounds and earned a second place finish at ...
Central Baseball Team Eliminated - Hartford Courant
Central Baseball Team EliminatedHartford Courant,?United States?- 1 hour agoAmong those joining them was Norm Daniels, who coached football, baseball, basketball, wrestling and squash in a career that lasted from 1934 to 1973. ...
Arizona State move a worrisome blow to wrestling
Gazette sports editor jr.ogden@gazettecommunications.com This and that: Although the news is nearly two weeks old now, it's still hard to swallow - Arizona State has dropped its wrestling program.
Discuss (0 comments)May 23, 2008NDSU's Jacob Bryce named CoSIDA Academic All-District
FARGO, N.D. -- North Dakota State wrestler Jacob Bryce was named to the ESPN The Magazine Academic All-District 7 University Division men's at-large team by the College Sports Information Directors of America on Thursday, May 22. Bryce, a 197-pound junior from Glenwood, Minn., has a 3.85 cumulative grade-point average majoring in business administration with minors in agribusiness and ag systems management. He advances to the national ballot for the ESPN The Magazine Academic All-America? at-large team to be announced Tuesday, June 10. Bryce is a two-time NCAA Division I national qualifier and two-time All-Western Wrestling Conference performer. He was 15-12 this year and is 51-31 in his career. He has been selected to the National Al
Augustana adds two recruits
Augustana College wrestling coach Jason Reitmeier announced that Brian Schultz of Belle Fourche, S.D., and Bryan Otto of Inkom, Idaho, have signed national letters of intent to attend Augustana and wrestle for the Vikings. Schultz was a four-year letterwinner and three-year starter at Belle Fourche High School. A three-time All-Black Hills Conference selection, Schultz was named the Broncs' most valuable wrestler for the final 3 seasons of his career. He posted a 44-3 record as a senior while finishing third at the Class A state tournament. As a junior, he went 41-7 and finished fifth at the state tournament. "Brian will add depth to our upper weights," Reitmeier said. "Brian is a very hard worker and a very determined kid. He has wor
Walsh named head coach at Pacific
FOREST GROVE -- Pacific University Director of Athletics Ken Schumann has announced that Severin Walsh will become the next head coach of the Pacific men's and women's wrestling program. Walsh comes to Pacific after two seasons as the top graduate assistant coach at St. Cloud State University, a NCAA Division II program in St. Cloud, Minn. Walsh replaces Scott Miller, who announced his retirement from coaching in March after six years leading the Boxers. Walsh is the ninth coach in the history of the program. "I am honored that I was chosen to be the next coach," Walsh said. "I would like to thank President (Phil) Creighton and Ken Schumann for hiring me. It means a lot to me that they have the confidence in me to take on the position
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This week the Brute Adidas studios of TDR will be filled with memories of the past and some hopes for the future. Our guests range in age from 28 to 99 years old. Quite the span of wrestling history. Over the years I've learned that riches in the sport of wrestling come from a variety of sources. Championships, All American honors, recognition by your peers, induction in to our various halls and museums and by the young people our coaches touch that propel them to even higher goals than we ever imagined. Our guests this week have one thing in common- They took the time to touch the lives and leave their mark on the souls of those they have coached. Thank you for impacting these athletes, these young people for they have evolved in to wh
McCormick earns honor for third consecutive year
Columbia, Mo. -- Recent Missouri graduate Tyler McCormick (Leawood, Kan.) was named to the ESPN The Magazine Academic All-District Seven Men's At-Large Team as announced today by the College Sports Information Directors of America (CoSIDA). The accolade is the third straight for the Tiger wrester who carried a 3.95 cumulative grade-point average through his senior year. A two-time All-American, McCormick received a degree in business management and was recently awarded one of 29 NCAA Postgraduate Scholarships. McCormick finished his collegiate wrestling career with a 77-43 record. Wrestling at 133 pounds, McCormick took 2008 Big 12 runner-up honors after knocking off then No. 1 ranked Coleman Scott of Oklahoma State and Oklahoma's Bri
Former All-Pro lineman roughen it without helmet, pads
Six-time NCAA wrestling champion and former NFL All-Pro offensive lineman Carlton Haselrig of Johnstown, Pa.
Olympics: Jantzen aims for 145.5 pound wrestling title
Former SWR star ready for final quest By Joe Werkmeister Jantzen Jesse Jantzen can still recall sitting in front of his television watching the 1988 Olympic Games in South Korea.
Former HHS wrestling coach entering OVAC Hall of Fame - Hillsboro Times Gazette
Former HHS wrestling coach entering OVAC Hall of FameHillsboro Times Gazette,?OH?- 1 hour agoOne of his proteges won a Big 10 championship and others were place-winners in the NCAA Division I, II, III and NAIA national tournaments. ...
McCook Bison Wrestling Camp June 30-July 1 - McCook Daily Gazette
McCook Bison Wrestling Camp June 30-July 1McCook Daily Gazette,?NE?- 10 minutes agoThe camp will feature guest instructors University of Nebraska-Omaha wrestlers Todd Meneely (four times Nebraska state champion and two time NCAA Division ...
UFC 84 PREVIEW: Expect a rich card, ill will
Once critcized for being lazy, B.J. Penn is now described as mature and enthused Sean Sherk is known for his cardio, but it will take more than that to down Penn Ortiz's powerful wrestling skills may carry him ...
Arizona State reinstates wrestling program
TEMPE, Ariz. -- Arizona State University Vice President for Athletics Lisa Love announced Friday that the athletic department is fully reinstating the sport of varsity wrestling, effective immediately, due to financial support from local civic leadership. The reinstatement of wrestling gives ASU 21 sports in its varsity athletic program. "It is with great pleasure that I announce the reinstatement of the varsity sport of wrestling at ASU," says Love. "The wrestling community, both locally and nationally, accepted this as a challenge to do something wonderful for the sport. ASU is forever grateful for that passion and unwavering support. Something special is happening on our campus thanks to civic leadership that cares deeply about ASU wr
Gone batty: Team deals pitcher for baseball bats
Even though small independent baseball leagues notoriously try to draw fans with promotions like "vasectomy night" and "midget wrestling," two teams had good reasons to swap a right-handed pitcher for 10 bats.
Pienaar Selected Academic All-District - EMU Eagles
EMU EaglesPienaar Selected Academic All-DistrictEMU Eagles,?MI?- 1 hour agoEastern Michigan University senior wrestler Charlie Pienaar (Trafford, Pa.-Trafford) was named to the ESPN the Magazine Academic All-District IV at-large ...
ASU wrestling has reinstatement money
Ten days after cutting three sports to relieve pressure on its athletic department operating budget, Arizona State fully reinstated wrestling on Friday.
Niday signs with West Liberty - Huntington Herald Dispatch
Niday signs with West LibertyHuntington Herald Dispatch,?WV?- 1 hour agoWest Liberty is an NCAA Division II school. The Hilltoppers placed 17th in the nationals in 2008 and had two wrestlers make All-American -- Chris Gibbs ...
Iowa opponent to keep wrestling team
The Iowa wrestling program won’t need to find a replacement for Arizona State on its schedule for next season after all.
Discuss (0 comments)May 22, 2008Askren set for Olympic wrestling trials
It would be wise not to doubt Ben Askren. He is competing at the Olympic Trials in Las Vegas on June 13-15, and he has faced his share of doubters along the way.
Askren set for Olympic wrestling trials - Columbia Missourian
Askren set for Olympic wrestling trialsColumbia Missourian,?MO?- 48 minutes agoAskren adopted his ?funky? style, utilizing his unique ability as a scrambler to win NCAA national championships in 2006 and 2007. ...
Five champions among 12 signees for Mesa State wrestling team - Grand Junction Sentinel
Five champions among 12 signees for Mesa State wrestling teamGrand Junction Sentinel,?CO?- 1 hour agoPipher has four wrestlers who have stayed with the program since the first year: NCAA national qualifier Cole Johnson, Andy Laiminger, Tyrel Stout and ...
TNA News: New Video Show, Northeast PPV, TX Shows - Impact Wrestling News
TNA News: New Video Show, Northeast PPV, TX ShowsImpact Wrestling News?- 26 minutes agoNash, a former University of Tennessee center who went on to become a feature film star and multi-time world champion of professional wrestling, ...
Haselrig vs. Moreno completes May 31 EliteXC card - MMAjunkie.com
MMAjunkie.comHaselrig vs. Moreno completes May 31 EliteXC cardMMAjunkie.com,?OH?- 10 minutes agoby MMAjunkie.com Staff on May 22, 2008 at 11:12 am ET Former NFL Pro Bowler and the only six-time champion in NCAA wrestling history Carlton Haselrig (1-0) ...
Five champions among 12 signees for Mesa State wrestling team
Two junior college champions and three high school state champions have signed letters of intent to wrestle at Mesa State College.
Mules wrestling announces award winners - digitalBURG.com
Mules wrestling announces award winnersdigitalBURG.com,?MO?- 47 minutes agoThe Central Missouri Mules wrestling team presented its 2007-08 Team Awards at the team's recent banquet. The Mules also recognized their five members who ...
Bison Wrestler Jacob Bryce Named CoSIDA Academic All-District
FARGO, N.D.--North Dakota State wrestler Jacob Bryce was named to the ESPN The Magazine Academic All-District 7 University Division men's at-large team by the College Sports Information Directors of America on Thursday, May 22.Bryce, a 197-pound junior from Glenwood, Minn., has a 3.85 cumulative grade-point average majoring in business administration with minors in agribusiness and ag systems management. He advances to the national ballot for the ESPN The Magazine Academic All-America® at-large team to be announced Tuesday, June 10.
Mules wrestling announces award winners
The Central Missouri Mules wrestling team presented its 2007-08 Team Awards at the team's recent banquet.
Severin Walsh Named Head Wrestling Coach - Pacific University Athletics
Pacific University AthleticsSeverin Walsh Named Head Wrestling CoachPacific University Athletics,?OR?- 50 minutes agoThe 2007-08 team finished with a cumulative 3.2 grade point average, eighth best among NCAA Division II wrestling teams, and saw John Sundgren, Westy Hanson ...
Former wrestler faces DUI charges
Former Penn State wrestler David P. Rella waived his preliminary hearing Wednesday after being charged with DUI in connection with an April traffic stop.
Hard work pays off for four college-bound FHS wrestlers
College-bound LHS athletes head for the library On a busy Monday, eight Liberty High seniors were let out of class for a visit to the library.
College-bound LHS athletes head for the library
Hard work pays off for four college-bound FHS wrestlers Normalcy has returned to the Fauquier High wrestling program.
Castner out as AD at UPJ - The Tribune-Democrat
Castner out as AD at UPJThe Tribune-Democrat,?PA?- 1 hour agoThe Mountain Cats wrestling team finished fourth at the NCAA Division II tournament, the men?s basketball team was the WVIAC regular-season champion and ...
