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From the Mat Talk Podcast Network
No frills, is just the way Dennis Whitby would have wanted it.
Terry Daniels: It’s all his fault | Mat Talk Podcast Network
Today, Short Time is a personal interview with someone you’ve never previously heard from, unless you happened to listen to a Hampton-based sports talk show called Contact Sports 20-something years ago.
How the Top 25 (and more) Fared: January 8-15 | Mat Talk Podcast Network
How all the Division I wrestling teams fared in this week's dual meet competition, formatted in a How The Top 25 Fared breakdown.
New Program Alert
Maine Maritime Academy announced the addition of men's and women's wrestling to its roster of varsity sport offerings. The move was announced by Maine Maritime President Jerry Paul '89 on Tuesday morning.
Men's College News
Division In
Badger Redshirt Report | WIWrestle
The Wisconsin Badgers brought in a good number of recruits this year and now that we are in the start of the second semester I feel it would be an appropriate time to take a look at how the freshmen are doing.
DIVISION I COACHES POLL: Big Ten powers remain undefeated and atop nation’s Top 25 | NWCA
The top three teams in the nation are a combined 25-0 this season in dual meets and all three are from the Big Ten. Penn State (8-0), Iowa (10-0) and Michigan (7-0) came in 1-2-3 in the most recent NWCA Division I Wrestling Coaches Poll released on Tuesday.
Season 6, Column 75: 3 weeks worth of what? What? WHAT? – Hand Raised
So glad to be back with belated shout outs, questions, answers and a review to move you.
Can RBY Win The Hodge? Why It Might Be Closer Than You Think – FloWrestling
Many people have already handed Spencer Lee the Hodge Trophy, but here's why you might want to consider RBY for at least a co-Hodge.
Nick Babin Named EIWA Wrestler of the Week – Columbia University Athletics
Nick Babin earned Eastern Intercollegiate Wrestling Association Wrestler of the Week honors after securing two wins at 125 pounds in Columbia's duals matches against American and No. 13 Oklahoma State over the weekend.
Caliendo Named Big 12 Wrestler of the Week After Defeating National Champion – NDSU
North Dakota State wrestling's Michael Caliendo has been named the Big 12 Wrestler of the Week following his performance last week in two duals, including a victory over a past national champion.
Cronin Tabbed NCAA, Big Ten Wrestler of the Week – University of Nebraska
Nebraska's Liam Cronin (125) claimed his first Big Ten and NCAA Wrestler of the Week honor of his career, when the conference and the NCAA announced its award winners on Tuesday afternoon.
ACC Announces Co-Wrestlers of the Week – Atlantic Coast Conference
Virginia 197-pound grad student Michael Battista and Virginia Tech 149-pound freshman Caleb Henson have been named Atlantic Coast Conference Co-Wrestlers of the Week for Jan. 17.
Pac-12 Wrestler of the Week – Jan. 17, 2023 | Pac-12
Earns his first Pac-12 Wrestler of the Week honor after a 3-0 week that included a pair of ranked wins.
InterMat Wrestling – 7 Big Stories from the Week in College Wrestling (1/16/2023)
I know it doesn't feel that way when you're cutting weight over the holidays or going through brutal workouts, but the wrestling season really flies by.
WIN Magazine's Jan. 16 TPI, Dual and Individual Rankings – WIN Magazine
A trio of wrestlers — Nebraska’s Liam Cronin, Virginia Tech’s Caleb Henson and Penn State’s Levi Haines — have all moved into the Top-10 of their weight class in WIN Magazine’s Jan. 16 Rankings, presented by Cliff Keen Athletic.
InterMat Wrestling – Pac-12 Weekly Wrap-Up (1/17/23)
The Little Rock Trojans swept Lindenwood 49-0 on Jan. 13, the first sweep and highest team score in program history. The Trojans picked up eight bonus points out of the ten matches. The Trojans created the most damage on the back half of the dual.
InterMat Wrestling – B1G Takeaways from Week Two of Conference Dual Season
Another weekend of Big Ten wrestling has once again resulted in much more than “5 things” for us to talk about. Here's a roundup of what stood out to us, as well as the debut of our BIG Awards. Scroll to the bottom to see who our picks were this week for BIGgest upset, win and move of the week!
Division II
Jim Makovsky becomes the winningest coach at MSU, earning his 300th win over SMSU
Following last week’s tough loss, Minnesota State Wrestling bounced back without hesitation. After trailing by 10 points midway through the match, the Mavericks would mount a comeback to defeat Southern Minnesota State 26-18.
Weinberg honored as PSAC Wrestling Athlete of the Week – Kutztown University Athletics
Kutztown University's Matthew Weinberg (Philadelphia, Pa./Archbishop Ryan) was named Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference (PSAC) Wrestling Athlete of the Week for the first time in his career, the league office announced Tuesday afternoon.
Division III
Slendorn Named MAC Wrestler of the Week – Stevens Institute of Technology Athletics
Senior Kyle Slendorn of No. 6 Stevens Institute of Technology wrestling was named Middle Atlantic Conference (MAC) Wrestler of the Week, the league office announced Monday.
Thiel beats W&J in PAC match – Thiel College Athletics
The Thiel College wrestling team defeated the Washington & Jefferson Presidents 43-10 Tuesday in a Presidents' Athletic Conference (PAC) match at Maenpa Court at Beeghly Gymnasium.
Gnida, Jasa Claim A-R-C Athlete of the Week Honors – Loras College Athletics
Wrestling junior Zeb Gnida and men's track and field senior Mike Jasa helped lead their teams over the past week, earning both Loras College student-athletes American Rivers Conference (A-R-C) Athlete of the Week honors in their respective sports.
Sophomore Jacob Reed named OAC Wrestler of the Week for third 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 Jan. 9-15.
2022-23 Athletes of the Week landing – Washington and Lee University
Luth went 5-0 at the Budd Whitehill Duals to help the Generals post a 4-1 dual record over Friday and Saturday… Luth's victories included three major decisions
Thiel’s Herbster named Wrestler of the Week by PAC – Thiel College Athletics
Thiel College junior Braydon Herbster (Linesville, Pa./Reynolds) was named the Presidents' Athletic Conference (PAC) Wrestler of the Week on Monday.
Powell Named Centennial Wrestler of the Week – Johns Hopkins University Athletics
Johns Hopkins freshman Connor Powell has been named the Centennial Conference Wrestler of the Week it was announced today.
Boots Named MIAA Athlete of the Week – Trine University Athletics
Junior Jett Boots has been named this week's Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Association (MIAA) Wrestling Athlete of the Week after picking up a major victory in his lone match of the week.
Ethan Harsted named a CCIW Men's Wrestling Student Athlete of the Week – Wheaton College Athletics
Wheaton senior Ethan Harsted has been named the CCIW Wrestling Student-Athlete of the Week for his performance at last weekend's Al Hanke Invitational, hosted by Elmhurst University. Harsted is now a two-time recepient of the award, also earning the recognition on January 18, 2022.
No. 5 Men’s Wrestling Cages Otterbein in OAC Dual – Baldwin Wallace Athletics
The No. 5 nationally ranked Baldwin Wallace University men's wrestling team defeated Otterbein University in an Ohio Athletic Conference match by a final score of 45-3 in the Ursprung Gymnasium inside the Lou Higgins Center.
No. 13 Wrestling records four major decisions in 25-12 win over Mount Union – Ohio Northern
The 13th-ranked Ohio Northern wrestling team recorded four major decisions en route to a 25-12 win over Mount Union on Tuesday night at the ONU Sports Center.
Wrestling Fires Past Wilmington Quakers at Home – John Carroll University Athletics
John Carroll Wrestling enjoyed great success in the team's final home dual match of the season against Wilmington College.
Golden Wolves Down Monarchs, 31-12 – Alvernia University Athletics
Alvernia University (13-5) defeated King's College (4-1) 31-12 in a MAC Men's Wrestling dual on Tuesday night at Alvernia.
NAIA
Lindsey Wilson Athletics – Wrestling Collects Two Wins on Senior Night
The No. 13-ranked Lindsey Wilson wrestling team picked up a pair of wins on senior night against Pikeville and Kentucky Wesleyan.
Men’s Wrestling Take Down Rochester – Indiana Tech Athletics
The No. 5 ranked Indiana Tech men's wrestling team hosted Rochester University on Sunday night in a Wolverine-Hoosier Athletic Conference dual. Tech proved too much for Rochester winning the dual 48-0.
Silva Grabs AAC Weekly Honors – Southeastern University Athletics
After a 2-0 week at the Florida Duals, junior Sal Silva has been named the Appalachian Athletic Conference Wrestler of the Week.
OCU cruises past Wayland Baptist 38-12 – Oklahoma City University Athletics
Oklahoma City University dismantled Wayland Baptist (Texas) 38-12 on Tuesday afternoon at the Jaguar Arena.
NJCAA
Tech Wrestling Wins Over Colby – Northwest Kansas Technical College
Northwest Tech Wrestling comes away with a win against Colby Community College on Monday.
Women’s College News
SAC honors Hernandez as Wrestler of Week – Wayland Baptist University Athletics
Alexandria Hernandez of Wayland Baptist has been named Sooner Athletic Conference Women's Wrestler of the Week.
Redford Named CCC Wrestler of the Week – Eastern Oregon University Athletics
Erin Redford has been named the CCC Rize Laboratory Women's Wrestler of the Week for her performance this past weekend.
Moreno secures first career KCAC Women's Wrestler of the Week honor | Friends University Athletics
For a new program in its second year of existence, the Friends University wrestling programs have adopted a motto and a hashtag entitled #B1st. Today (Jan. 16), the epitome of a #B1st moment can be celebrated as sophomore Gianna Moreno has been named KCAC Women's Wrestler of the Week, the first such honor in the history of the program.
Stars knocks off Wayland Baptist 28-19 – Oklahoma City University Athletics
Oklahoma City University took down Wayland Baptist (Texas) 28-19 on Tuesday at Jaguar Arena.
High School News
The Big One: Clovis At Buchanan | MatScouts
California’s two great wrestling super powers are literally neighbors. Both Clovis and Buchanan are part of the Clovis Unified School District, which is in Fresno County.
IdahoSports.com | Mat Chat: Jake Rosholt, Sandpoint
It has been several months since I first launched my MAT CHAT series with NAIA College National Champion Casey Randles of Coeur d’ Alene, Idaho.
USA Wrestling member Jeff Matczak, coach for Kaukauna High School in Wisconsin, has been named the 2021-22 National Wrestling Coach of the Year by National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS) Coaches Association.
Dan Gable Ms. and Mr. Wrestler of the Year Top 7 – Voting Open – IAWrestle
Fareway Stores, Inc. and IAwrestle present the Dan Gable Ms. and Mr. Wrestler of the Year Awards in coordination with the Iowa Wrestling Coaches and Officials Association (IWCOA).
Walker Mains sets Hendersonville wrestling all-time wins record – Blue Ridge Now
Hendersonville boys wrestler Walker Mains has had to overcome several obstacles during his career.
Family.
It’s a word that appears on T-shirts.
Teams shout it as they break huddles.
International News
Monday Roundup: USA Update; BUL C'Ship Results; SWE Roster for CRO Camp – Five Point Move
“January Camp” for American Greco-Roman athletes is beginning to wind down following what was a weekend of rest. Today (January 16) had been intended to provide a strong close-out for attendees in the form of afternoon “grind matches”.
Fowlerville’s Adam Coon resumes quest for Olympic wrestling gold – Livingston Daily
With his athletic career at a crossroads, Adam Coon of Fowlerville tried to imagine life when he’s working in a suit and tie away from the roar of the crowd.
Podcasts & Video
Undeniable: Frank Favarro – Empathic Heart & Mind by Blood Time
A deep and empathic heart and mind. Frank Favarro possess that and so much more. Give a listen as he spend much on who helped him, how they did and want he is doing to honor those individuals.
FRL 833 – Woods, Alirez, Or Hardy… Who Is The Favorite At 141? – FloWrestling
The 883rd episode of FloWrestling Radio Live.
Near Fall: The NJ Wrestling Podcast – Season 4, Episode 6 by Near Fall: The NJ Wrestling Podcast
In this weeks episode, Donald talks about some of the highlighted and exciting dual meets of the previous week as well as recaps the Hunterdon/Warren/Sussex and Big North Public Conference tournaments. Donald also introduces his Week 4 Wrestler of the Week and previews this upcoming week of matches and the Passaic County Coaches Tournament this upcoming Saturday.
Overcoming Self-Doubt – Wrestling Mindset
Wrestling Mindset owners Gene and Jeff Zanneti tackle confidence issues in the New Year! Learn how to lift yourself up and be mentally ready for any challenge!
#403 Adam Wheeler – Olympic Bronze Medalist in Greco | Wrestling Changed My Life Podcast
Adam Wheeler is an Olympic Bronze Medalist in Greco from the 2008 Beijing Games. He and Henry Cejudo were the only men to medal at the 2008 Games.
