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Men’s College News
Division I
Gophers Pummel Augustana in 37-4 Victory – University of Minnesota Athletics
The University of Minnesota wrestling program put on a dominant display in a rare appearance on the raised floor of Williams Arena, as they rolled to a 37-4 win over Division-II foe Augustana on Thursday night.
Men’s Wrestling Romps to White Out Night Victory over Davidson – Lock Haven University Athletics
The Bald Eagles earned their first dual victory of the season over visiting Davidson on Thursday night to the delight of The Haven faithful.
Iowa vs. Iowa State: History, notable moments in the Cy-Hawk wrestling rivalry | NCAA.com
Between Iowa State's Cael Sanderson becoming the first wrestler to go undefeated in his college career to Iowa head coach Dan Gable putting together one of the most impressive, dominant team winning streaks in history,
University of Michigan wrestlers Christian and Wilfried Tanefeu joined in on Thanksgiving dinner at the Kelly Ripa household. The Tanefeus are teammates with Joaquin Consuelos, Ripa and husband Mark Consuelos's son.
Parker Janssen Commits to South Dakota State | MNwrestle
St. Michael-Albertville's Parker Janssen has committed on social media to wrestle for South Dakota State University.
Nittany Lion Insider: Brooks Heightening Focus With Eye On Long-Term Goals – FloWrestling
Two-time NCAA champ Aaron Brooks is taking a different approach in his quest for a third title. Plus, a look at Penn State's internal battle at 157 pounds.
Penn State wrestling: Meet Mason Gibson, a standout 2024 commit – BlueWhiteIllustrated
Penn State wrestling made a massive Class of 2024 splash in November when the Lions flipped Pennsylvania standout Mason Gibson from Cornell.
Season 6, Column 68: the CKLV Part 3 – Hand Raised
From Long Island University to Wyoming it’s the final few sketches of the squads set for Sin City first weekend of December.
InterMat Wrestling – Two-time All-American Buchanan to Transfer to Oklahoma
Two days ago, the #2 ranked 197 lber, Stephen Buchanan, put his name into the transfer portal. Today, he announced via social media his intention to transfer from Wyoming to Oklahoma.
In conjunction with the Eastern Intercollegiate Wrestling Association (EIWA), the University of Pennsylvania wrestling is pleased to announce a pair of former Penn grapplers have been selected for membership into the EIWA Hall of Fame. Clint Matter C'97 W'97 and Rick Springman EAS'02 Gr'09, will make up half of the EIWA Hall of Fame Class of 2023.
Division II
No. 18 Mountaineers Tame No. 10 Mavericks – Western Colorado University Athletics
Pack the House Night! brought in a packed house Thursday at Paul Wright Gym, and the vocal home crowd was rewarded with a 27-9 Western Colorado non-conference wrestling win over visiting and No. 10 Colorado Mesa University.
No. 7 Lander wrestling takes down Emmanuel 29-9 on the road Thursday Evening – Lander University
The No. 7 Lander wrestling team picked up its fifth consecutive victory and third straight South Atlantic Conference Carolinas victory with a 29-9 win at Emmanuel College Thursday evening.
Marauders take seven bouts for win in PSAC opener – Millersville
No. 18 Millersville started Thursday's PSAC opener at No. 24 Shippensburg with four-straight wins and rolled to a 32-12 victory.
New Sports on the Horizon – University of Montevallo
UM Athletics recently announced the addition of men’s wrestling, marking the University’s 22nd intercollegiate athletic sport.
Division III
Titans Defeat Pointers for First Conference Win – University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh Athletics
Earning their first win of the 2022-23 campaign, the UW-Oshkosh Titans defeated the UW-Stevens Point Pointers 22-18 in a WIAC dual.
Wrestling Earns First Dual Victory Over Carthage – Elmhurst University Athletics
The Elmhurst University wrestling team picked up their first dual victory of the season, defeating the Carthage College Firebirds 38-9 Thursday evening inside R.A. Faganel Hall.
Brawlers Edge Pioneers – University of Wisconsin-Whitewater Athletics
The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater wrestling team topped UW-Platteville by tiebreak 17-16 in a battle of top 25 squads Thursday evening.
Storm sink undefeated Vikings in Pella – Simpson Athletics
The Simpson College men's wrestling team opened the month of December with a 25-12 victory over Augustana.
Although there are several ways to win a wrestling match, the most efficient and effective way to do this is by pin.
Women’s College News
The Lock Haven women’s wrestling team moved to 3-0 in dual action after the Bald Eagles dominated visiting Elmira College tonight in front of a packed “White Out” crowd in Thomas Fieldhouse.
Fresh Pound-For-Pound Women's College Rankings Are Here! – FloWrestling
The Missouri Valley Open led to changes in FloWrestling's second set of women's college pound-for-pound rankings.
International News
Merkin Alone Repping USA at Haparanda Cup This Weekend – Five Point Move
Two weeks after appearing in the Bill Farrell Memorial, Lenny Merkin (67 kg, NYAC/NJRTC) is taking his talents to Sweden where he will participate in the 2022 Haparanda Cup as the lone US entrant.
TheMat.com will preview each of the Group match-ups for the Men’s and Women’s World Cup in Coralville, Iowa, Dec. 10-11. Group pairings are based upon team placements at the 2022 Senior World Championships in Belgrade, Serbia in September.
USA Wrestling to honor Penn State with the 2020 USA Wrestling Collegiate Impact Award – TheMat.com
USA Wrestling announced today it will honor Pennsylvania State University as the winner of its 2020 USA Wrestling Collegiate Impact Award, which honors the top-contributing school to the 2020 U.S. Olympic Wrestling Team in Tokyo.
Special Section: 2022 Men’s and Women’s Freestyle World Cup – TheMat.com
Special Section: 2022 Men’s and Women’s Freestyle World Cup
High School News
Knop's Knotes | North Star graduate Pelesky excited for return to region | Sports | tribdem.com
North Star graduate Nate Pelesky will get a chance to wrestle close to home on Saturday after a path that has taken him to schools in Maryland and West Virginia the past two years.
Plenty of talent back for the Sabers to dominate on the mat – The Guillotine
Expectations remain high for the Shakopee wrestling team.
Numbers game working in Catasauqua wrestlers’ favor – lehighvalleylive.com
“We’d like to continue our recent success and stay near the top of the league and district,” Russo said. That seems very possible.
WRESTLING: Bemidji encouraging more participants to join girls program – The Bemidji Pioneer
The grassroots Bemidji High School girls wrestling program is seeking continued growth after a successful inaugural season last winter.
State champ Quinn Fallon revives wrestling program at Somerset Berkley – Southcoast Today
Somerset Berkley Regional High School wrestling is back on its own feet. And standing tall.
Plymouth wrestling getting leadership boost from star QB Sam Plencner – Hometownlife.com
Usually, the offensive linemen are the successful wrestlers. Now the QB is giving it a shot.
High school wrestling: Riverbend looking to claim elusive team state crown – Fredericksburg.com
The past two winters have left the Riverbend wrestling team grappling with bittersweet vibes.
Pottsville and North Schuylkill tangled twice last season.
D-B's Norman wrestling at a college level | High School | johnsoncitypress.com
Max Norman can be considered one of the best high school wrestlers in Tennessee.
Podcasts & Video
Episode 52: Ask a Ref | The Al and Josh Show
It’s time for our annual episode with long time official Rod Frost, Rod goes over new rules including something a little different Minnesota is doing from other states. As usual we wander off on some other topics and have a good time getting ready for competition to start!
2022-2023: Blue Blood Wrestling Weekend by Pin 12 Wrestling Podcast
Join hosts Sam Phillips (@slamphillips) and Lee Cothran (@leecothran) as they discuss the most decorated conference in college wrestling, the Big 12! This week, they review Minnesota's trip to Frost Arena at South Dakota State.
165. Talkin' Cy-Hawk – In The Room – Des Moines Register
On today's episode, Cody talks with former Iowa State wrestlers Kyven Gadson and Michael Moreno about the upcoming Cy-Hawk dual, as well as their favorite Cy-Hawk memories and the biggest matchups to watch in Iowa City on Sunday.
Iowa State wrestling coach Kevin Dresser is ready for Sunday's dual against the #2 Iowa Hawkeyes at Carver-Hawkeye Arena in Iowa City.
FRL 867 – CKLV Preview Show – FloWrestling
The 867th episode of FloWrestling Radio Live.
FCW Podcast 2022-23: Week 5 | InterMat
FCW Podcast 2022-23: Week 5
Videos: Smith, Wrestlers Preview Minnesota | Pistols Firing
The Oklahoma State wrestling team is 3-0 and hosts the Big Ten’s Minnesota at 2 p.m. Sunday in Gallagher-Iba Arena. John Smith, Victor Voinovich and Dustin Plott met with reporters Wednesday to preview the dual.
Coach's Corner with Brandon Eggum – University of Minnesota Athletics
Minnesota head coach Brandon Eggum looks ahead to a pair of duals this week including a trip to Stillwater, Okla.
Following Up
Parents defend Beverly Hills H.S. wrestling coach fired for shoving a student – KTLA
A Beverly Hills High School wrestling coach has been fired after campus security video showed him shoving a student earlier this month.
