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Mat Stats 15: Looking at the scoring from the NWCA All-Star Classic | Mat Talk Podcast Network
The MatStats boys talk about the NWCA All-Star Match coming back on 11/22/22. They discuss the history of this classic. MatStats also uses the NWCA All-Star Match as a control group for possible team scoring changes and how much they are needed for the fans and to promote more action and scoring.
Men’s College News
Division I
John Smith Unhappy with Big Ten Reluctancy to Schedule Oklahoma State | Pistols Firing
John Smith, Michigan coach Sean Bormet and Sean Decker, president of REV Entertainment, earlier this week previewed the “Bout at the Ballpark” taking place at Globe Life Field in Arlington on Feb. 3 between the Cowboys and the Wolverines.
Dual of the Week: #3 Missouri at #5 Arizona State | InterMat
The schedule-makers and wrestling gods must have known it was a certain InterMat employee’s birthday on Thursday and decided to throw a party. One between the third-ranked dual team in the land, Missouri and home-standing, fifth-ranked Arizona State.
Hawkeye Insider: Newcomers Take Center Stage In Iowa Opener – FloWrestling
With Spencer Lee and Real Woods on the sideline, Iowa turned to a cast of newcomers Sunday in the season opener against California Baptist.
Hokie Insider: Freshmen Henson, Crook Surging Up Rankings After Big Wins – FloWrestling
Tom Crook and Caleb Henson are making an immediate impact at Virginia Tech, while NCAA champ Mekhi Lewis is gearing up for a big rematch in Austin.
Stand Out, Pin Down: Wrestler Jake Fernicola ’24 Creates His Own Style – Davidson College Athletics
Jake Fernicola '24 stands out in a Davidson crowd. The college's only heavyweight wrestler, he's also president of the Anime Club, has several tattoos, wears vintage t-shirts with flannel on top and usually rocks a hat that says “DAD.” The two-sport athlete chose Davidson over Yale.
WREST: Coach Bentley Presser (11/16/22) – App State Wrestling
Coach Bentley recaps the first two weeks of the 2022-23 season.
Hixenbaugh named SoCon Wrestler of the Week – Campbell University
After taking a win over a nationally ranked opponent in his season debut, Campbell's Gabriel Hixenbaugh has been named Southern Conference Wrestler of the Week.
Wrestling Match Day Experience unveiled for home duals – Virginia Tech Athletics
As Hokie faithful prepares to return to Cassell Coliseum for the 100th year of Hokies Wrestling, the Virginia Tech athletics department has announced important fan experience elements for Tech's home dual slate.
Wolverine Insider: Mattin Focused On Big Goals With Fresh Mindset – FloWrestling
Cole Mattin adjusted his approach to wrestling during the offseason and the new mindset has helped him start fast as a junior.
Buffalo's Sherren, Kent State's Ferri Share MAC Wrestler of the Week – Mid-American Conference
Buffalo's Sherren, Kent State's Ferri Share MAC Wrestler of the Week
Wrestling Adds Six for 2023-24 – Clarion Athletics
The Golden Eagle wrestling program announced today that six high school seniors have elected to continue their academic and athletic careers at Clarion. They will come to Clarion as freshman for the start of the 2023-24 season.
Wrestling Mailbag: Early Cy-Hawk thoughts, NWCA All-Star Classic – Des Moines Register
Couldn't help but think about next month's Cy-Hawk dual this weekend.
Iowa wrestling adds commitment from Greene County's Kale Petersen – Des Moines Register
The Iowa wrestling program has added another in-state star to its 2023 recruiting class.
Darrien Roberts Claims NCAA Wrestler of the Week Honor – University of Oklahoma
Darrien Roberts was recognized as the NCAA Wrestler of the Week, the organization announced Tuesday.
InterMat Wrestling – #5 Junior Sinclair Verbals to Missouri
Today, the #5 overall recruit in the Class of 2024, Aeoden Sinclair (Milton, WI) announced his collegiate intentions via social media.
Division II
8th ranked Marauders gain three commitments for 2023-24 – University of Mary Athletics
University of Mary head wrestling coach Adam Aho and assistant coach Carson Henry are excited to announce the commitment of three state champions to attend the University of Mary and compete for the Marauders beginning in the fall of 2023.
The 11th-ranked Pitt-Johnstown wrestlers used three falls and a pair of technical falls to open the PSAC portion of its schedule with an impressive 41-6 victory at East Stroudsburg, Wednesday evening.
Wolves Put On A Show In First Home Dual Of Season – Newberry College Athletics
In the first home match of the 2022-2023, Head Coach Deral Brown and the Wolves (2-0, 2-0 SACC) put on a show for the home crowd with a 43-12 win over Lincoln Memorial.
Pat Sole recognized for wrestling achievements | News and Sentinel
The plaque reads Pat Sole as recipient of the “Lifetime Service to Wrestling” award.
Division III
Richard Small ’50, Cornell’s greatest benefactor, dies | Cornell College
Richard Small ’50, whose impact on Cornell College places him among the giants in college history, died Nov. 15 at home in Tulsa, Oklahoma, with his wife Norma Thomas Small by his side.
NWCA Releases Division III Men's Coaches Regular Season Poll #1 | NWCA
On Wednesday the National Wrestling Coaches Association (NWCA) released their first Regular Season Division III Men’s Coaches Poll. Wartburg stays in the top spot with Augsburg still in second.
Wrestling Takes Down Spartans 31-12 – The College of New Jersey Athletics
The TCNJ Wrestling team handled business in their first road trip of the season, defeating York College by a score of 31-12. The Lions won seven out of ten bouts and three of those coming by way of pin.
Robinson Named ODAC Light Wrestler of the Week – Roanoke College Athletics
After just his second tournament as a Maroon, Roanoke wrestler Morgan Robinson was named the ODAC Light Wrestler of the Week after he claimed the 141 lbs. title at the 2022 Cougar Classic on Sunday.
DiGiorgio Named Conference Rookie of the Week – Coast Guard
For his breakout performance this past weekend, Carl DiGiorgio was named the New England Wrestling Association (NEWA) Rookie of the Week, as voted on by the coaching body.
NAIA
Wrestling Opens Conference Season with Home Win – Northwestern College Athletics
Northwestern (2-0, 1-0 GPAC) picked up their second dual win of the season in a close matchup with Dakota Wesleyan (0-1, 0-1 GPAC) in the Bultman Center on Wednesday.
SPARTANS WIN DUAL WITH WESTMINSTER – MBU Athletics
The Missouri Baptist Spartans wrestling team evened their duals record to 2-2 on the season with a 26-18 win over Westminster College.
Jimmies open GPAC schedule with win over Briar Cliff | University of Jamestown Athletics Athletics
The University of Jamestown men's wrestling team opened the GPAC portion of its schedule with a 28-15 victory over Briar Cliff (Iowa) University Tuesday evening at Harold Newman Arena.
Kouekabakilaho Named NAIA Wrestler of the Week | Grand View Athletics
The National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA), named their first wrestler of the week honors today, November 16th. Kouekabakilaho has earned the honors for the first time in his wrestling career, after his head-turning performance at the Grand View Open.
Women’s College News
WOMEN'S WRESTLING SWEEPS DUAL AGAINST WESTMINSTER – MBU Athletics
Missouri Baptist (18) women's wrestling hosted a dual today (Nov. 15) against Westminster College where the Blue Jays posed no threat to the team.
Maggie Graham Commits To Life University – FloWrestling
Maggie Graham of Bartlett, Tennesse, committed to perennial NAIA power Life University.
Five Things To Know About The Missouri Valley Invitational – FloWrestling
The biggest women's college tournament is being streamed live on FloWrestling. Here are five things you should know.
International News
Japan’s FS/WW World Cup team announced | United World Wrestling
The lineups for Japan, which will compete in both freestyle and women’s wrestling at the World Cup at Xtream Arena in Coralville, Iowa, Dec. 10-11 have been released.
Below are the entries, by weight class, for this weekend’s Bill Farrell Memorial International.
Vinesh Phogat to train at a high altitude camp in Bulgaria – The Bridge
Sports Ministry has approved wrestler Vinesh Phogat's proposal to train in Belmeken, Bulgaria, which is a High Altitude training area.
High School & Youth News
“I'm just looking forward to the next match with him at Ironman,” Gibson said.
Knop's Knotes: College wrestlers off to quick start | Sports | tribdem.com
The college wrestling season is underway, and local graduates are already making headlines.
A new era: Bettendorf captures first sanctioned girls wrestling event in Q-C – Quad-Cities Times
Alexys Petersen remembers not too long ago attending wrestling tournaments and being either the only girl or one of a select few competing.
Railer girls’ wrestling seeking more medals – The Kansan
As girls’ wrestling expands in Kansas, Newton coach Tommy Edgmon is looking at that expansion for the Railers in the upcoming season.
A transition for the Holmen High School wrestling team officially began Monday afternoon, and first-year coach Justin Lancaster was all smiles.
The Folkstyle Tour of America’s King & Queen of the Mountain is set for Saturday, November 26 at the Denver Coliseum in Denver, Colo.
MMA News
As another college wrestling season kicks into high gear, it is important to remember that the competition does not always end on the mat.
MMA fighting has gained popularity through the UFC, and is taught in Bakersfield | Kern Valley Sun
Mixed martial arts (MMA) has gained an increased popularity level that has grown to include a mainstream audience due to UFC (Ultimate Fighting Championship) notoriety, and in Kern County, those interested have the chance to learn just down the road in Bakersfield.
Podcasts & Video
Zain Retherford on World Cup, World Championships… and Going Back to School?! | Baschamania
Great having NCAA Champ, Hodge Trophy Winner & now… World Silver Medalist Zain Retherford back on the show today.
#386 Mean Gene Mills – 2x NCAA Champ, Olympian | Wrestling Changed My Life Podcast
Gene Mills is a 2x NCAA champion, Olympian and pioneer of the pinning hold, The Mills.
IndianaMat Gorilla Radio Episode 138 – Gorilla Radio – IndianaMat
The season is starting, Mike and Joe discuss a variety of topics on the upcoming wrestling season.
Update from Week 1 of Division I Wrestling – Stalemates
Sammy Sasso UPSET by Freshman, Things Get Chippy at Wranglemania, and Our MVP's of the Week!
WIwrestle Podcast Ep. #11 | WIWrestle
Podcast from WIWrestle
FRL 860 – Trash Talk In Wrestling – FloWrestling
The 860th episode of FloWrestling Radio Live.
