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From the Mat Talk Podcast Network
The always entertaining Frank Lipoli of the Virginia Challenge | Mat Talk Podcast Network
The always entertaining Frank Lipoli of the Virginia Challenge joins the show to talk about the upcoming Virginia Challenge Holiday Duals at the Virginia Beach Sports Center in Virginia Beach, Virginia. Frank’s background in wrestling goes back over 60 years and he’s a 2001 inductee into the Virginia Chapter of the National Wrestling Hall of Fame and a recent inductee into the Hampton Roads Sports Hall of Fame.
Seven-time World and Olympic champion Jordan Burroughs is on the program today. You really don’t need to know much more than that. Well, he’s talking about the upcoming World Cup coming to Coralville, Iowa on December 10-11 with men’s and women’s freestyle combined at one event for the first time.
How the Top 25 (and more) Fared – Nov. 22-Dec. 4 | Mat Talk Podcast Network
A quick look at the results of dual meet competition for the Division I wrestling programs in a newspaper style “How The Top 25 Fared” format.
Men’s College News
Division I
One of the most spirited rivalries in college wrestling didn’t disappoint as a sold-out Carver-Hawkeye Arena saw second-ranked Iowa top then-No. 7 Iowa State 18-15 in the annual Cy-Hawk dual.
Mizzou Extends Wrestling Head Coach Brian Smith – University of Missouri Athletics
The University of Missouri Department of Athletics has extended the contract of Wrestling Head Coach Brian Smith through the 2026-27 season, Director of Athletics Desireé Reed-Francois announced.
Millner Named SoCon Wrestler of the Month – App State Athletics
App State Wrestling's Jon Jon Millner has been named the SoCon Wrestler of the Month for November, when he posted a 10-0 record and climbed to No. 2 in the national rankings at 149 pounds.
Wrestling Names Buxton Volunteer Assistant – Rutgers University Athletics
Rutgers wrestling head coach Scott Goodale has named Jeff Buxton a volunteer assistant, announced Tuesday. Currently the head coach of the Scarlet Knights Wrestling Club (SKWC), Buxton brings more than 40 years of coaching experience to Goodale's program.
Final Iowa vs Iowa State wrestling thoughts, Team USA, World Cup – Des Moines Register
A lot of you guys asked about Sunday's Cy-Hawk dual, so before we rehash a lot of that again, some quick thoughts about the World Cup.
Sasso Named Big Ten Wrestler of the Week – Ohio State Buckeyes
Redshirt senior Sammy Sasso has been named the Big Ten Wrestler of the Week after winning the 149-pound bracket at the 2022 Cliff Keen Invitational last weekend in Las Vegas.
InterMat Wrestling – EIWA Weekly Wrap-Up (12/6/22)
This weekend had an insane amount of wrestling. The EIWA was all over the country, making its presence known in the Cliff Keen Las Vegas Invitational out west. They also competed in the EIWA/B1G challenge, at the Garden State Grapple. We also had teams getting some non-conference dual action as well.
InterMat Wrestling – Five Things We Learned About the Big Ten in Week Five
This week was the busiest and most action-packed for Big Ten teams so far this season. Michigan, Nebraska, Ohio State, Northwestern and Purdue were all competing out west at the Cliff Keen Las Vegas Invitational, while Michigan State, Wisconsin, Rutgers and Indiana were busy competing against EIWA teams on the opposite side of the country at the Garden State Grapple in New Jersey.
Division II
Wagener Earns NSIC Wrestler of the Week Honors – Augustana University Athletics
Augustana wrestler Tyler Wagener has been named the NSIC Wrestler of the Week after going 2-0 at the Chadron Duals last weekend. The honor is the second of his career.
Kaufmann earns MEC wrestler of the week honors – Notre Dame College Athletics
Matthew Kaufmann put together an impressive day on Sunday afternoon at the Storm Open, earning him Mountain East Conference Wrestler of the Week, presented by The Health Plan.
Waltz Named GLVC Wrestler of the Week – McKendree University Athletics
No.13 McKendree University men's wrestling grabbed its first Great Lakes Valley Conference weekly honor on Tuesday with redshirt freshman 174 Zeke Waltz earning his first weekly collegiate honor.
David Hunsberger named SACC Wrestler of The Week – Lander University
For the second time this season, the No. 4 Lander wrestling team has been awarded a conference weekly award.
Kettering Named PSAC Wrestler of the Week – Seton Hill University Athletics
Seton Hill freshman Kane Kettering was named the PSAC Wrestler of the Week. The league announced the award on Tuesday afternoon.
Morris Claims MIAA Award – University of Central Oklahoma Athletics
Central Oklahoma's Studd Morris has been named Mid-America Athletics Association Wrestler of the Week, the conference office announced Tuesday.
Jace Fisher earns MIAA Co-Wrestler of The Week – Newman University Athletics
The MIAA has named Sophomore Jace Fisher as MIAA Co-Wrestler of the Week.
Division III
Weaver Named Wrestler of the Week – Shenandoah University
Junior Dylan Weaver has been selected as the ODAC Wrestler of the Week for wrestlers at 165 lbs. and heavier in selections announced Monday afternoon by the league office.
Waynesburg sweeps weekly PAC wrestling awards – Waynesburg University Athletics
The Waynesburg University wrestling team traveled to the New Standard Invitational, which was hosted by York (Pa.) this past Friday and Saturday.
Estrada wins Wrestler of the Week – North Central College Athletics
For the second time in his career, Javen Estrada of the North Central College men's wrestling team has been named the College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin (CCIW) Wrestler of the Week after starting the season 9-1.
Olivet College’s Guilford selected MIAA Athlete of the Week for wrestling – Olivet
Olivet College senior Owen Guilford has been chosen the Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Association (MIAA) Athlete of the Week for wrestling.
Wrestler of the Week: Donovan King – d3wrestle.com
The d3wrestle.com Wrestler of the Week is Donovan King of Olivet. King had four falls and a tech fall at 285 on his way to the tournament title at the Ohio Northern Invitational on Saturday.
Utica Names Adam Greene its First-Ever Head Men's Wrestling Coach – Utica University Athletics
Utica University Athletic Director Dave Fontaine recently announced the hiring of Adam Greene as the first-ever Head Coach of the Utica University men's wrestling program. Greene will be in charge of all facets of the program including scouting, recruiting, meets and practice preparation, as well as day-to-day operations.
O’Connor earns first MAC Wrestler of the Week award – Lycoming College Athletics
After beating the top three seeds at the Ohio Northern Invitational to win his first collegiate tournament, senior 157-pounder Hunter O'Connor (Jersey Shore, Pa./Jersey Shore Area) has earned his first career Middle Atlantic Conference Wrestler of the Week award, the conference office in Annville, Pa., announced on Monday, Dec. 5.
Sophomore Jacob Reed named OAC Wrestler of the Week for second time this season – Ohio Northern
Ohio Northern sophomore Jacob Reed (Lancaster) was named the Ohio Athletic Conference Wrestler of the Week for the week of Nov. 28 to Dec. 4.
Liegel, Gillmore Take Home Weekly A-R-C Honors – Loras College Athletics
Wrestler Shane Liegel and men's swimmer Caden Gillmore have each been named as an American Rivers Conference Athlete of the Week for Nov. 28-Dec. 4, according to the conference's release on Monday.
NAIA
Mendoza Picks Up Heart Wrestler of the Week Honors | Grand View Athletics
Grand View men's wrestler Korey Mendoza (SO/Yucaipa, CA) posted an impressive weekend and in doing so has won the Heart of America Athletic Conference Wrestler of the Week honors.
Lindsey Wilson Athletics – Koontz Earns Mid-South Conference Wrestler of The Week Honors
Joseph Koontz has been named the Mid-South Conference Wrestler of the Week, conference officials announced Monday.
Stars cruise to 42-3 win over Central Christian – Oklahoma City University Athletics
Oklahoma City University breezed past Central Christian (Kan.) 42-3 in a men's wrestling dual Monday at Abe Lemons Arena.
Isaiah Morales Named CCC Men's Wrestling Player of the Week | Menlo College Athletics
Today, the Cascade Collegiate Conference named Menlo's Isaiah Morales the conference's men's wrestling Player of the Week. The freshman 184-pounder hails from Cathedral City, California.
Junior College
SAC Wrestling Qualifies Six for State Championships – Santa Ana
The Santa Ana College Wrestling team competed against nine other schools at the CCCAA Southern Regional tournament for trying to qualify for state.
Women’s College News
Women's Weekly: North Central Out In Front – FloWrestling
North Central is separating itself from the pack, while all three Division I programs had an impressive weekend of competition.
Women Are Choosing Wrestling Over Other Sports – FloWrestling
Korina Blades, Peyton Prussin, and Marissa Gallegos tried other combat sports before falling in love with wrestling.
Dickinson State University (DSU) has announced the addition of women's wrestling for the 2023 season, announced by Pete Stanton, DSU's intercollegiate athletic director. The program will become the 15th varsity sport for the Blue Hawks.
NWCA Announces November Winners of the NCAA Women's Region Wrestler of the Month Awards | NWCA
The National Wrestling Coaches Association (NWCA) announced their first NCAA Women’s wrestling Region Wrestlers of the Month for November today, with five regional winners this season.
Doane Athletic News – Rodriguez Earns Second KCAC Weekly Honor
Doane University (Neb.) wrestler Cristelle Rodriguez (FR/Clovis, Calif.) has been named the Kansas Collegiate Athletic Conference (KCAC) Women's Wrestler of the Week for her efforts this past weekend at the Conner/Oppenheim Doane Open. Rodriguez won the 123 division, going 4-0 on the day.
High School News
Nearly 100 Top 20's In Ironman Pre-Seeds! – FloWrestling
It's Ironman week, and pre-seeds have been released. Check out all the incredible talent headed to Ohio.
Hacker selected for Wrestling Hall of Fame’s Minnesota Chapter | Marshall Independent
Loren Hacker was selected as a member of the National Wrestling Hall of Fame–Minnesota Chapter’s Class of 2023 Monday night.
OSSAA Publishes Memo on Girls Wrestling – Owrestle
On Tuesday, December 6th, the OSSAA published a memo regarding the implementation of girls wrestling in the state. It reads as follows.
The 55th annual Paul Bunyan Wrestling Tournament preview Dec. 9-10
Cole Glazier, a standout Kasson-Mantorville senior, came so close a year ago, falling 4-2 by sudden victory in overtime in a state championship match. He thinks about that match every day.
WIN/Spartan Combat Early-Season HS Rankings – WIN Magazine
The following are the updated WIN Magazine/Spartan Combat Preseason High School Rankings through matches of the Nov. 12 weekend.
IdahoSports.com | 2022 Idaho High School Wrestling Preview: 5A Classification
Al Fontes identifies the top teams, returning state placers and incoming freshmen to keep an eye on this year.
IdahoSports.com | 2022 Idaho High School Wrestling Preview: 4A Classification
Blackfoot, Minico and Bishop Kelly are expected to lead the way in 4A wrestling this year
IdahoSports.com | 2022 Idaho High School Wrestling Preview: 3A Classification
Among the Class 3A storylines this year is Hunter Hobbs' attempt at winning a 4th championship
IdahoSports.com | 2022 Idaho High School Wrestling Preview: 2A/1A Classification
The 2A/1A team title race was the most exciting in Idaho a year ago. What's in store for this classification in '22-'23?
IdahoSports.com | THE 20 GEMS OF IDAHO PREP WRESTLING
The Top 20 wrestlers in 5A, 4A, 3A, and 2A/1A at the start of the new Idaho high school season.
Delta High School has a history of wrestling success.
Huntley's Ladies Take the Lead for Illinois at the Donnybrook | Illinois Matwomen
The Ladies of Huntley came out strong and concluded the Dan Gable Donnybrook’s first Girls Division tournament by collecting twenty-two combined wins and eighteen falls for an eighth-place finish.
Marmion Wins Donnybrook; Mt. Carmel Takes Third | Illinois Matmen
This past weekend, Marmion Academy ran away with the second annual Dan Gable Donnybrook at Xtream Arena.
#1 Angelo Ferrari Has Narrowed His College Decision To 5 Schools – FloWrestling
Angelo Ferrari, the top-ranked recruit in the class of 2024, has narrowed his college decision to 5 programs.
International News
Olympic pioneer Bacher & WLAG helping coaches understand gender needs – WIN Magazine
Tela O’Donnell Bacher has always been full of surprises; whether it was showing up on the Discovery Channel’s reality show, “Alaska: The Last Frontier” in the past eight years or becoming one of the first American women to wrestle at an Olympics in 2004.
USA Wrestling names Herb House as an Assistant National Greco-Roman Coach – TheMat.com
Herb House of Castle Rock, Colo., a long-time Greco-Roman coach within USA Wrestling at numerous age levels, has joined the national staff in the position of Assistant National Greco-Roman Coach.
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.
Podcasts & Video
#73 Adam Greene – Utica University Men's Head Wrestling Coach by MorWrestling
Adam Greene comes to Utica with roots in NY both at the high school and college levels. in high school, Adam was a 4x NYS qualifier and a NYS place finisher for Chenango Valley in Section 4. In college, Greene wrestled for Oneonta State where he later started his coaching career as an assistant for coach Duane Ritter.
Luke Becker is a former NCAA champion and is the Head Assistant Coach at Minnesota.
Weekend Rundown with MatScout Willie (Iowa/Iowa State, CKLV) | Ep. 177 by BASCHAMANIA
From CKLV to Iowa/Iowa State and everything in between, fun morning talking all things wrestling from the weekend with “The Brain!”
Pre UNC with coach JohnMark Bentley | The Grind
Catching up with Coach JohnMark Bentley prior to App State's match with North Carolina.
FRL 868 – Craziest Regular Season Weekend Of D1 Wrestling Ever?! – FloWrestling
The 868th episode of FloWrestling Radio Live.
