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9 Can't Miss Iowa HS State Quarterfinals – FloWrestling

The three matches in all three classes we're looking forward to most on Friday morning and afternoon.

The Rebirth of the Iowa State Program | Rokfin – InterMat

Almost five years ago, to the day, Iowa State hired Kevin Dresser in hopes that he could bring the storied Cyclone wrestling team back to perennial national contender status.

St. John’s wrestling tried to bring a girl on its team this season. The school said no. – The Washington Post

At a preseason weightlifting session for his St. John’s wrestling program, Coach Michael Sprague was introduced to a female student who was interested in joining the team. Sprague welcomed the possibility.

Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos Discuss Being ‘Wrestling Parents': ‘We Don't Know Anything' – Yahoo

Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos got candid about their experience visiting their son Joaquin at college.

Hudson wrestling celebrates Caniglia's 300th win by edging Stow – Akron Beacon Journal

Prior to its match with arch rival Stow-Munroe Falls, the Hudson wrestling team held a brief ceremony honoring coach Joe Caniglia.

Las Vegas prep wrestlers still feel effects of COVID pandemic | Las Vegas Review-Journal

One of the defining characteristics of amateur wrestling is that social distancing is frowned upon.

Two girls qualify for 2022 Indiana high school wrestling state finals – IndyStar

New Haven freshman Julianna Ocampo joined elite company last Saturday at the Fort Wayne/New Haven IHSAA wrestling semistate.

Iowa state wrestling Class 2A team race update, quarterfinals to watch – Des Moines Register

After meeting in the first round of the Class 2A state duals tournament on Wednesday, both West Delaware and Notre Dame-West Burlington are going at it again at the top of the team race in the traditional tournament.

PIAA wrestling teams reflect on sweet Hershey experience | The Bucks County Herald

Quakertown, Council Rock South, and Faith Christian all had a similar script at the recent PIAA team championships in Hershey.

A wrestling life: Coach Rob Koll on his career and Stanford wrestling’s future | The Stanford Daily

Coach Rob Koll is the 31st head coach in Stanford wrestling history and recently began his first season with the Cardinal.

‘Coach Joe’ was more than just a wrestling coach | The Times Leader

A beloved member of the Ohio Valley’s ‘wrestling family’ was recently laid to rest after losing his brave battle with cancer.

After tragedy, Rancho High School rallies to support injured female wrestler | KSNV

Talented. Dedicated. Involved. Strong words from friends to describe Amanda Joens, a student-athlete and top scholar at Rancho High School.

Gannon to Host NCWWC Northeast Regional on Sunday – Gannon University Athletics

The Gannon University women's wrestling team will host the NCWWC Northeast Regional on Sunday, February 20. Wrestling will get underway at 10:00 a.m. in the Gannon Recreation and Wellness Center.

2022 Bartelma Wrestling Hall of Fame Induction Dinner will be on May 7th – The Guillotine

The 2022 Minnesota Wrestling Coaches Association David Bartelma Wrestling Hall of Fame Induction Dinner will take place May 7th in Benson, Minn.

Who do you want in your corner at state? 2022 Version – IndianaMat

Winning is easy, well not that easy, but winning consistently is much, much harder. One of our more controversial articles of state week is “who do you want in your corner?”

Bruntil and Velte to face off for gold, Retherford also advances to finals at Dan Kolov-Nikola Petrov International – TheMat.com

Three American wrestlers—Emma Bruntil, Mallory Velte and Zain Retherford—punched tickets to the finals of the Dan Kolov-Nikola Petrov International in Bulgaria on Thursday, while Josh Rodriguez advanced to repechage at his respective weight.

LaJoie Flashes Offense, Goes 1-1 at Petrov Memorial – Five Point Move

One of the more pressing requests the US program has asked of its athletes in recent years is to take risks in search of offensive scores. Chayse LaJoie (63 kg, California RTC) is not the type of competitor who would find such a memo required reading, though he did prove the theorem earlier today in Bulgaria despite being eliminated from medal contention.

Mekhi Lewis Q&A: Looking to become two-time NCAA champion, relationship with coach Tony Robie, more – TheMat.com

This week, we talk with Virginia Tech standout Mekhi Lewis, a 2019 NCAA champion and 2018 Junior World champion. Lewis, a redshirt junior, is competing at 174 pounds for the Hokies this season.

IndianaMat Gorilla Radio Episode 130 – Gorilla Radio – IndianaMat

Mike and Joe dive into the 152lbs-285lbs weight classes at the state finals. Don't miss this great preview for the state finals this weekend.

Wilkes Wrestling Concludes Dual Match Schedule with 28-10 Victory Over King’s – Wilkes University Athletics

The Wilkes University wrestling team concluded its dual match schedule taking seven of ten bouts including four extra-point victories on way to a 28-10 win at cross-town rival King's College Thursday night in Scandlon Gymnasium.

Wrestling Falls At King In Regular Season Finale – UNCP Athletics

King registered just six takedowns and trio of near falls, but took advantage of a trio of forfeit victories to turn back the short-handed UNC Pembroke wrestling team in the regular season finale for both teams inside KU's Student Center Complex.

No. 2 Huskies earn 11th straight NSIC Championship with 30-6 victory over No. 10 Augustana – St. Cloud State University Athletics

No. 2 St. Cloud State Wrestling won their 11th straight Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference Wrestling Championship with a 30-6 win over No. 10 Augustana on the road Thursday evening, taking eight of 10 with four ranked wins.

Student-Athlete Spotlights: Codi Russell – App State Athletics

A native of Atlanta, Ga., Codi Russell is a super senior on the App State wrestling team. He graduated in December with a recreation management degree and is pursuing a public health nutrition practice graduate certificate.

2022 Academic All-Big 12 Wrestling Team Honors 126 – Big 12 Conference

A total of 126 student-athletes have been recognized on the 2022 Academic All-Big 12 Wrestling Team.

UNI wrestling closes out dual season with loss to No. 8 Wisconsin, 24-10 – UNI Athletics

Despite bonus points at 184 pounds, UNI wrestling wasn't able to overcome the win streak Wisconsin had early in the dual.

Wrestling falls to Harvard – Brown University Athletics

The Brown wrestling team fell to Harvard 22-12 Thursday night at the Pizzitola Sports Center.

Wheeler Named NAIA National Wrestler of the Week – Indiana Tech Athletics

Indiana Tech junior Nate Wheeler was named the NAIA National Wrestler of the Week, the national office announced Wednesday.

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