6-Part Docuseries 'The Dual' Drops January 27 On FloWrestling
6-Part Docuseries 'The Dual' Drops January 27 On FloWrestling
'The Dual' is an unprecedented look at a crucial moment in college wrestling history. The entire 6-part series drops on January 27, 2025, on FloWrestling.
What is the greatest dual ever?
The Iowa vs Iowa State meet at Hilton Coliseum in Ames on February 23, 1986, could be number one.
‘The Dual’ is a six-part docuseries exploring one of wrestling history's biggest moments. FloWrestling will drop the entire series for free on Monday, January 27, 2025.
Jim Gibbons was a 25-year-old rookie head coach when he took over at Iowa State for the legendary Harold Nichols during the 1985-86 season. The Cyclones were a promising team filled with high-level talent.
Could they take down the University of Iowa led by Dan Gable in the final meet of the season? The Hawkeyes had won eight consecutive NCAA Championships (1978-85) entering ‘The Dual’ and dominated Iowa State 25-9 five weeks earlier.
There’s no way Gibbons and the Cyclones could make adjustments that quickly, right?
Gibbons and Gable sit side-by-side to break down all 10 matches, along with wrestlers, coaches, and media. Participants in ‘The Dual’ combined for 16 NCAA titles and 30 appearances in the NCAA championship finals.
This is an unprecedented look into a singularly unique moment that transformed wrestling.
Dan Gable reflects on the iconic dual between Iowa State and Iowa
Iowa vs Iowa State Line-ups
February 23, 1986 | Hilton Coliseum in Ames, Iowa
118: Matt Egeland (Iowa) vs Perry Summit (Iowa State)
126: Brad Penrith (Iowa) va Billy Kelly (Iowa State)
134: Greg Randall (Iowa) vs Jeff Gibbons (Iowa State)
142: Kevin Dresser (Iowa) vs Joe Gibbons (Iowa State)
150: Jim Heffernan (Iowa) vs Tim Krieger (Iowa State)
158: Royce Alger (Iowa) vs Bill Tate (Iowa State)
167: Marty Kistler (Iowa) vs Mike Van Arsdale (Iowa State)
177: Rico Chiapparelli (Iowa) vs Bob Gassman (Iowa State)
190: Duane Goldman (Iowa) vs Eric Voelker (Iowa State)
HWT: Mark Sindlinger (Iowa) vs John Heropoulos (Iowa State)
Iowa coaches: Dan Gable, Mark Johnson, Keith Mourlam, Barry Davis
Iowa State coach: Jim Gibbons, Ed Banach, Les Anderson, Kevin Darkus
Episode 1: Wrong Place, Wrong Time
Episode 2: Great Call Phil
Episode 3: Falderal
Episode 4: Best Show on Earth
Episode 5: You Gotta Love It
Episode 6: Bonus Points