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After 12 years, Mike Denney heads into a weekend of healing in Omaha | Mat Talk Podcast Network
A momentous occasion awaits on Saturday, October 14, as Sapp Fieldhouse hosts a celebratory event honoring Coach Denney and his 2011 National Championship team, alongside 63 years of Nebraska-Omaha alumni. The festivities continue at Baxter Arena later that night during a hockey game.
Bloodround #438 with Wyoming head coach Mark Branch | Mat Talk Podcast Network
The bulk of the episode we are joined by Mark Branch, Head Coach of Wyoming. We discuss his career, his coaching experiences, and what we can expect from this Cowboy lineup.
Top Features and Notables
Russian Olympic Organization Suspended Over Ukraine Move – The New York Times
The punishment came after Russia moved to make sports bodies from occupied Ukrainian regions part of its national program, but it may not keep individual Russians out of the Games.
IOC Executive Board suspends Russian Olympic Committee with immediate effect – Olympics.com
The unilateral decision taken by the Russian Olympic Committee on 5 October 2023 to include, as its members, the regional sports organisations which are under the authority of the National Olympic Committee (NOC) of Ukraine (namely Donetsk, Kherson, Luhansk and Zaporizhzhia) constitutes a breach of the Olympic Charter because it violates the territorial integrity of the NOC of Ukraine, as recognised by the International Olympic Committee (IOC) in accordance with the Olympic Charter.
Iowa West Field House adds premier wrestling club to growing youth sports empire – WOWT
Officials cut the ribbon on the Iowa West Wrestling Center, adding another feature to the Iowa West Field House that already houses youth programs in volleyball, basketball, and softball.
Coach Denney and former UNO program honored this weekend in Omaha – WIN Magazine
“We want to invite all of the UNO and Omaha University wrestling family to the reunion we are having on October 14th in the Lee & Helene Sapp Fieldhouse…”
UVA Wrestling | Gioffre Twins Fighting for Common Goals at UVA
In the wrestling room at Memorial Gymnasium, Jack Gioffre and Michael Gioffre rarely square off on the mat, and not because one is significantly bigger or better than the other. The explanation lies elsewhere.
Andrew College Adds Men's wrestling, Names Billy Gordy As Head Coach For Wrestling – Andrew College
Billy Gordy takes the helm of the inaugural Andrew College Wrestling program following a 4-year stint as Assistant Coach at Midway University.
Division I Wrestling News
When Iowa State wrestling coach Kevin Dresser took over the program after the 2016-17 season, Hilton Coliseum was divided by an imposing black curtain that sectioned off roughly a third of the available seats and loomed over the wrestling mat.
165-Pound Pre-Season NCAA Wrestling Preview & Predictions – FloWrestling
A preview with predictions for the 2023-24 season at 165-pound weight class in Division 1 college wrestling.
157 Pound Pre-Season NCAA Wrestling Preview & Predictions – FloWrestling
An in-depth preview with predictions for the 2023-24 season at 157-pound weight class in Division 1 college wrestling.
NAIA Wrestling News
CCC 2023-24 Men’s Wrestling Preseason Poll – Cascade Collegiate Conference
Menlo College was chosen to defend its crown as the Cascade Collegiate Conference released the 2023-24 Men’s Wrestling Preseason Poll on Thursday.
Women’s College Wrestling News
CCC 2023-24 Women’s Wrestling Preseason Poll – Cascade Collegiate Conference
The reigning CCC and NAIA champions of Southern Oregon University were picked to defend its title as the Cascade Collegiate Conference released the 2023-24 Women’s Wrestling Preseason Poll on Thursday.
Recruiting News
2025 recruit Tahir Parkins commits to Rutgers wrestling – Yahoo Sports
On Wednesday, Rutgers Wrestling landed three-star recruit Tahir Parkins to their 2025 recruiting class. The Nazareth, Pennsylvania, native finished No. 4 in the 127-pound weight class last year and will continue to grow on the mat as he pursues his collegiate career at Rutgers University.
Schedules and Ticket Information
Monday announces Morgan State wrestling 2023-24 schedule – Morgan State University Athletics
Morgan State wrestling head coach Kenny Monday has announced the full 2023-24 season schedule, featuring five home duals at Hill Field House including a pair against opponents ranked inside the top 30 in InterMat's preseason national rankings.
Iowa State Wrestling Schedule 2023-2024: What To Know – FloWrestling
The Iowa State Wrestling season begins in David Carr's home town . After that, the ISU faces a tough November slate with a dual vs. Iowa Wrestling
Women’s Wrestling Discloses 2023-24 Schedule – Presbyterian College
Dismantling the school record books for a national top-ten team finish last spring, the Presbyterian College women's wrestling squad has completed preseason scheduling duties and has officially unveiled its 2023-24 path.
Wrestling 2023 Schedule Release – St. John Fisher University Athletics
The St. John Fisher University wrestling schedule is set for the upcoming 2023-24 season. The Cardinals enjoyed a 5-4 opening season, while also competing in a variety of top competitions across the country. They will look to build on that year, while also making a move to the SUNYAC Conference.
Wrestling Season Tickets on Sale Now – University of Wyoming Athletics
Season tickets for the University of Wyoming wrestling team are on sale now.
Northern Colorado Wrestling Schedule 2023-2024: What To Know – FloWrestling
Northern Colorado Wrestling hopes to build off landmark season. Here's the 2023-2024 schedule.
High School News
Selinsgrove Area School District now has girls wrestling team | Sports | dailyitem.com
Selinsgrove Area School District is the latest Pennsylvania school to add a girls wrestling team since May when the Pennsylvania Interscholastic Athletic Association Board of Directors approved it as a varsity sport.
Aiden Sparger commended by commissioners for saving student's life – Conshocton Tribune
Aiden Sparger, a junior at Ridgewood High School, recently received a commendation from Coshocton County Commissioners for saving a fellow student's life from choking with the Heimlich maneuver.
Freestyle and Greco-Roman News
USA Wrestling | 2023 U23 U.S. Women’s Freestyle World Team Biographies
Biographies for the U.S. U23 World Team in women's freestyle.
The 2023 Veterans World Championships begin on October 17 as a strong group of 60 athletes will travel to Loutraki, Greece to compete in the event. Thirty-five athletes are set to compete in both styles, 14 will compete in freestyle and 11 will compete in Greco-Roman.
Podcasts and Video
FRL 965 – Why Weight Cutting Still Exists In Wrestling – FloWrestling
Shane Sparks is back to talk weight cutting, UFC, Worlds, preview 165, and more!
“He's tough, he's resilient… He's not going to give up” – National Wrestling Coaches Association
U.S. Marine Corps Pfc. Samuel Hurwitz, a Marine recruited out of Recruiting Substation Elizabethtown, Recruiting Station Louisville, recounts the impact his high school wrestling coach, Spencer Adams, had on him and his journey to join the Marine Corps.
Relaunching The Podcast with 2x NCAA All-American Eric Barnett | School of Wrestling
Welcome back to The School of Wrestling Podcast! On today's episode I'm joined by Eric Barnett, 2x NCAA All-American and the University of Wisconsin's 125lber. You can follow Eric on social media @ericbarnett1117
Fall 2023: Arizona State Campus Visit – Pac-12 – Intermat
Recently, Rachel Gallardo had the opportunity to visit Arizona State University. She got to tour the campus and wrestling facilities and was able to speak to some of the Sun Devils team members.
