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European Championships Greco-Roman preview | United World Wrestling

Greco-Roman wrestling has a long-standing history at the European Championships since the tournament’s inception in 1898, being the second-longest running tournament in history, only behind the Olympic Games.

Astana to Host 2023 Asian Wrestling Championships – The Astana Times

More than 300 athletes from 24 countries will take part in the Asian Wrestling Championships in Astana April 9-14, Deputy Chair of Sports and Physical Culture Committee Aigul Bektenova said at an April 7 briefing.

Audrey's Story: The Dark Path from Youth Wrestling Success to Varsity State Champion — American Women's Wrestling

Audrey started wrestling when she was 5-years-old. She’s always been “touched” athletically. By the end of that first season in 2014, she’d won her first girls youth state title in New York. She was so happy and we were thrilled. 

▶️ Oregon girls high school wrestling becomes sanctioned sport – Central Oregon Daily

For decades in the state of Oregon, it’s been the boys who have ruled the mats of high school wrestling. But now it’s more and more girls putting their foot on the line and getting their hand raised.

2023 Asian Wrestling Championships: India's hopes pinned on Deepak, Anshu, Sonam and co. – ESPN India

An ongoing inquiry, Olympic medallists missing and a new-look squad – there's plenty of drama surrounding India's 2023 Asian Wrestling Championship campaign, an event which was supposed to be held in New Delhi but is now beginning in Astana, Kazakhstan on April 9.

Iowa wrestler Spencer Lee on NCAA loss, future, mom's reaction, more – Des Moines Register

In typical Iowa wrestling fashion, Spencer Lee is already looking forward to the next phase of his competitive career.

Wisconsin wrestler Trent Hillger earns fourth All-American honor – Milwaukee Journal Sentinel

In the 112-year history of Wisconsin wrestling only a handful of athletes have done what Trent Hillger accomplished.

Jordan Burroughs accepts Final X berth, will compete for U.S. World Team spot in Newark, June 10 – TheMat.com

2012 Olympic champion and six-time World champion Jordan Burroughs (Philadelphia, Pa./Sunkist Kids/Pennsylvania RTC) has officially accepted his berth in Final X.

Former Charles Schwab CEO Keynotes 2023 WIBN National Social – National Wrestling Coaches Association

The Wrestlers in Business Network (WIBN) hosted their 2023 National Social on Saturday at the Cox Business Convention Center alongside the NCAA Division I Men's Wrestling Championships. Territory Resources, Emmaus Energy, and Wrestling Mindset served as the presenting sponsors for this year's event.

InterMat Wrestling – All-American Davison to Transfer to Michigan

The first big domino in the transfer portal fell Thursday afternoon as two-time All-American Lucas Davison announced via social media that he will be wrestling for Michigan during the 2023-24 season. Davison is a graduate transfer from Northwestern University.

#426 Troy Letters – NCAA Champion and former Penn State Coach | Wrestling Changed My Life Podcast

Troy Letters is an NCAA champion for Lehigh and a former coach at Penn State. Troy was a coach at Penn State before and after Cael arrived.

What’s the best way to overcome a wrestling loss? Don’t quit – WIN Magazine

Handling a loss is extremely challenging; often more so mentally than physically. These setbacks can come in the form of a serious injury, a surgery, a major loss in a pivotal tournament or match, the loss of a family member, loved one or the end of a relationship (friendship, dating, leaving a team, etc). 

Heads Up podcast Season 3, Episode 2 featuring Kyven Gadson now available – TheMat.com

In Season 3, Episode 2 of Heads Up, a podcast by the USA Wrestling National Coaches Council, Mike Clayton and Mike Hagerty speak with Iowa State and USA Wrestling great Kyven Gadson.

Streck Tabbed National Wrestler of the Year – University of Central Oklahoma Athletics

Shawn Streck couldn't have written a better script for his junior season at Central Oklahoma.

David Hunsberger named the NWCA 2022-23 Div. II Rookie of The Year – Lander University

After a stellar freshman campaign at Lander University, David Hunsberger has been named the NWCA Div. II 2022-23 Rookie Wrestler of The Year.

More Than a Job – University of Nebraska

I'll never forget my first day as an athletic trainer for the Huskers back in 2011.

Wrestling Adds Two-Time NCAA Qualifier Yaraslau Slavikouski – Rutgers University Athletics

Rutgers wrestling has added two-time NCAA qualifier Yaraslau Slavikouski (HWT) to its 2023-24 roster. Slavikouski (Yar-a-slaw Slow-vuh-cow-ski), a graduate transfer from Harvard, will be immediately eligible for the Scarlet Knights beginning next season.

A Look Back into the Title Earning Season for Fire Wrestling – Southeastern University Athletics

Southeastern wrestling backed up their reputation as one of the top wrestling programs in the NAIA last season after earning a third-place national team finish and adding 12 national qualifiers, six All-Americans, a national runner-up and national champion all in one season.

184. That's What's So Beautiful About This Sport – In The Room – Des Moines Register

On today's episode, Cody brings you interviews with Iowa wrestlers Nelson Brands, Jacob Warner, Max Murin, Iowa State’s Marcus Coleman, and Northern Iowa coach Doug Schwab.

Wrestling rules committee meets soon – d3wrestle.com

The NCAA Wrestling Rules Committee is set to meet in April 17-19 to discuss potential rule changes for the 2023-2024 and 2024-2025 seasons.

Klessinger: O’Connor’s unwavering grit led to a second title – WIN Magazine

Substitute wrestling with any other life endeavor and it is the same. North Carolina’s Austin O’Connor demonstrated what we already know but quickly forget when adversity comes our way.

USA Wrestling Job Opportunity: Communications Coordinator – TheMat.com

USA Wrestling is seeking a Communications Coordinator. This is a full-time position which reports to the Director of Communications and Special Projects.

FRL 917 – What's Next For Oklahoma & Lou Rosselli? – FloWrestling

CP, Ben, and JD speculate who could take the head coaching position at Oklahoma and what other dominoes could fall.

InterMat Wrestling – 2022-23 InterMat's Year-End Big Ten Awards

The accolades keep rolling in for Michigan big man Mason Parris. Parris became the first Michigan wrestler to take home the Dan Hodge Trophy after the award was revealed early last week.

Weighing In with David Mirikitani: Episode 289 – USA Wrestling

David Mirikitani, Mark Ostrander and Grant Turner discuss coaching change at OU, transfer portal news, review of Div. I wrestlers returning in 2023-24, next year's team race and more

Spencer Lee Talks NCAA Loss, Future Plans, And More. – YouTube

Jersey Jerry @Jerrythekid21) and KB (@kbnoswag) welcome on Iowa's Spencer Lee talks his NCAA Loss to Matt Ramos, his future plans to compete at the U.S. Open and the Olympics, Barstool Wrestling, and much more!

Cadet World Team Trials Tracker | MatScouts

A year ago at this time we were preparing for the first Cadet World Teams Trials that were part of US Open Week.

Earl-Y Verbal Show: Featuring Michael McGee | InterMat

Earl-Y Verbal Show: Featuring Michael McGee

NLWC Presents King of the Keystone 2023 | Nittany Lion WC

NLWC Presents King of the Keystone 2023

Kollin Rath's subtle dominance | PA Power Wrestling

Rath mastered the little things to take command of his biggest matches on his way to a state title.

Spencer Lee On U.S. Open Wrestling Hopes: ‘We're Working On It' – FloWrestling

In a 39-minute interview with Barstool Sports, Spencer Lee reflected on the pressure he faced, his NCAA loss and the next steps in his wrestling path.

Ohio State Wrestling Documentary Series Premieres April 12 – FloWrestling

Watch for the series premiere of “Young Bucks: A Season With Ohio State” on April 12.

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