Daily Wrestling News for November 5, 2021

There's a lot of wrestling news out there you don't normally see, because it's not really centralized, so that's where the Mat Talk Online Daily Wrestling News has come into play. Each day, content is curated and put together for a morning e-mail newsletter that will arrive at approximately 6 a.m. Central at least five days a week. Not interested in getting another e-mail? Read the news you might have missed from around the world. Some news might be related to other sports but has a connection to wrestling, that's why you'll sometimes see those here as well.

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Short Time Shots: 11/4/21 | Mat Talk Podcast Network

Welcome to Short Time Shots, the audible version of Jason Bryant’s College Wrestling Wrap Sheet, I am he, Hall of Fame Wrestling Writer, Broadcaster and Announcer Jason Bryant and this is a look at five things from the day in college wrestling on November 4, 2021.

Hokies ready to roll in 2021-22 – VT104 | Mat Talk Podcast Network

Another season of Hokie wrestling is here and that means another season of Inside Virginia Tech Wrestling is kicking off with head coach Tony Robie.

Wrapping up wrestle-offs means it’s time to compete – AAS3E8 | Mat Talk Podcast Network

The official start of the 2021-22 campaign is finally here and the Always Aggressive Podcast is back to get you ready for the Boilermakers' season-opening duals. Purdue opens Saturday at Drexel University and Rider University.

No. 21 Pitt-Johnstown Takes Down No. 5 West Liberty in Wrestling Opener – University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown Athletics

The Pitt-Johnstown wrestling team finally returned to the mat Thursday night for its first dual meet in 21 months due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Gardner-Webb Wrestling Rolls To 30-3 Win Over Belmont Abbey In Season Opener – Gardner-Webb University Athletics

Gardner-Webb wrestling opened its 2021-2022 season in style Thursday night, rolling to a 30-3 win over Belmont Abbey in Paul Porter Arena.

No. 2 Men's Wrestling Dominant in Home-Opening 54-0 Win over (RV) Truett McConnell – Life University Athletics

The No. 2 nationally ranked Life University men's wrestling team earned the 54-0 dominant showing in the team's home-opener against (RV) Truett McConnell Thursday night.

Larroque Returns To Top; Three Nations Win Historic U23 Titles | United World Wrestling

Koumba LARROQUE (FRA) has done this before. Back in 2017, she won the U23 World gold as a 19-year-old.

Jafarov, 19, Stamps Authority with Second Age-Group World Title | United World Wrestling

As a kid, Hasrat JAFAROV (AZE) imagined becoming a world champion for Azerbaijan like many greats from the country. But growing up in a small district of Goranboy, Azerbaijan, it was difficult to find heroes to look up to. But he still followed his elder brother to the wrestling gym and slowly fell in love with the sport.

Aaron Pico is ready for the next chapter of his Bellator career – Fansided

Aaron Pico has had quite the unique start to his MMA career. After a successful Olympic career in freestyle wrestling, he made the move to MMA and signed with Bellator, to the chagrin of many combat sports fans.

Tech wrestling ready to take the mat – Virginia Tech Athletics

The Hokies begin competition slate on Sunday at Southeast Open

Q&A with Iowa’s Spencer Lee: Training, balancing academics, life off the mat and more – TheMat.com

This week, we talk with Iowa’s Spencer Lee about training for the upcoming season and more. Below, Lee talks about many topics, including being a complete student-athlete and talking to fans about life outside of wrestling.

College Recruiting: two-time state finalist Hanson to Stanford University – The Guillotine

Zach Hanson of Lakeville North has committed to wrestling for Stanford University in 2023.

Shilson becomes first U.S. woman to win U23 World gold medal, Welker takes bronze – TheMat.com

Emily Shilson became the first U.S. woman to win a U23 World gold medal on Thursday, winning via fall in her finals match at 50 kg to become the champion at the 2021 U23 World Championships. Kylie Welker, at 76 kg, also had a standout performance, winning a bronze medal.

Alumni Support Bolsters Wrestling Program – Stanford University Athletics

After a year in which the wrestling program was slated for discontinuation, several alumni and friends have come together to create three new coaching endowments and help sustain the future of the sport at Stanford.

Mason Miller Named Assistant Wrestling Coach – Buena Vista University

Buena Vista University head wrestling coach Sean White has announced the hiring of Mason Miller as his new top assistant wrestling coach.

Argo men's wrestling celebrates life of former teammate – Montana Sports

The University of Providence’s men wrestling season began with their intra-squad scrimmage Tuesday night at the University of Providence McLaughlin Center. However, the night also served as a moment of recognition and ceremony for former Argo teammate Quinn Whitmus who passed away last May.

2021-22 NSIC Wrestling Preseason Coaches' Poll – Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference

St. Cloud State, the ten-time defending NSIC Champions, was the unanimous choice to win the league in the NSIC Preseason Wrestling Coaches' Poll.

Division III, NAIA, women’s wrestling storylines to follow this season – Des Moines Register

Weird but true fact: There are 34 college wrestling programs competing in the state of Iowa this winter. Seriously.

Marano to wrestle for bronze at U23 World Championships in Belgrade – TheMat.com

Kayla Marano will wrestle for a bronze medal Friday night at the 2021 U23 World Championships.

NEWA Preseason Poll & Individual Rankings Announced – Bridgewater State

The New England Wrestling Association (NEWA) 2021-2022 Preseason Poll and Individual Rankings were released this week.

Men’s freestyle team receives draws for U23 World Championships – TheMat.com

The U.S. men’s freestyle team received its draws for the 2021 U23 World Championships in Belgrade, Serbia.

Greco-Roman wrestling finishes up at the U23 World Championships with group two finals – TheMat.com

Greco-Roman wrestling at the 2021 U23 World Championships completed on Wednesday night as Group Two of Greco wrestling wrapped up its finals. Russia captured the team title with 190 total points.

Appalachian State wrestlers are NCAA Mountain Climbers – WIN Magazine

The Appalachian State wrestling program has an insatiable hunger for beating the odds.

Wrestling Head Coach Scott Goodale Podcast: Episode 1 – Rutgers University Athletics

Rutgers wrestling head coach Scott Goodale discusses wrestle-offs, competing in front of fans and the upward trajectory of the athletic department ahead of RU's first event of the season Sunday against Binghamton, Cleveland State and NJCU.

Conqu'ring Heroes: Bormet Looking Forward to Legacy, Potential of Wrestling's 100th Season – University of Michigan Athletics

The University of Michigan wrestling team is entering its milestone 100th season, and head coach Sean Bormet counts himself fortunate to have been around for his fair share of them.

DI Live Streaming Guide (11/4-11/7) | Rokfin – InterMat

DI wrestling is back and will be in full-force this weekend as 26 duals and a host of open tournaments are on the slate. Since it can be difficult to figure out where and when to watch all of these events, InterMat has put together a list of all of the live-streamed events occurring this weekend. Below are the dates/times and how to watch each match.

Joel Jesuroga Joins Nate at Iowa. | Rokfin – IAWrestle

The Southeast Polk to Iowa pipeline stays flowing. For years we have seen many of Southeast Polk’s best trade in their black and yellow Ram singlets for the black and gold of Iowa. Today, Tom Brands pulled another nationally ranked talent out of Pleasant Hill to strengthen the future of his squad.