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Bloodround #439 with Grand Valley State women’s coach Jake Short | Mat Talk Podcast Network
This week we talk about Flag Football and some of the fun new additions to the Olympic schedule in 2028. More importantly, we talk about Women's wrestling, some of the Iowa Women's schedule, and we connect with Jake Short the new Head Coach of the Grand Valley State University Women's Wrestling Team.
Top Stories and Features
Women's wrestling is on track to become the NCAA's 91st NCAA championship, based on the latest sports sponsorship data released this month.
Big Ten Network Announces 2023-24 Big Ten Wrestling Schedule – Big Ten Network
The nation's premier wrestling conference returns to the Big Ten Network in search of a 17th consecutive NCAA Championship, with 24 duals and Big Ten Wrestling Championships coverage airing live on BTN and the FOX Sports app.
Henry Cejudo, MMA fighters discuss post-fight recovery of caged fighting – Cronkite News
Retired UFC fighter Vaughan Lee sat in tears on the bleachers inside Scottsdale’s Fight Ready gym, reflecting on the physical and emotional pain of caged fighting.
Grappling With History: Greg Hatcher and the Rise of Arkansas Wrestling – AMP
Wrestling may be considered the oldest sport in the world, but it is relatively new to Arkansas. Given its growth, however, it seems like wrestling has been in the state a lot longer than it has.
Division I News
2023-24 Maryland Preview – Big 10 – Intermat
Maryland – I’ve been a big fan of Alex Clemsen and company since they got to College Park, Maryland. What they’ve been able to do over the last couple of years has been pretty great. They have remained patient with their approach, redshirting some top recruits and unleashing many of them last season with some solid success.
$1.15 Million Williams Gift To Support MSU Athletics – Michigan State University Athletics
Michigan State Athletics has received a $1.15 million commitment from Mike Williams in support of women's soccer, wrestling, and gymnastics, and other sports achieving competitive excellence.
Wrestling to Host Inaugural Hall of Fame Celebration – George Mason University Athletics
The George Mason University wrestling program will host its inaugural George Mason Wrestling Hall of Fame Ceremony, inducting alumni, coaches, and its 1974 undefeated team on Sunday, October 29th. at the Stacey Sherwood Community Center in Fairfax.
Wrestling receives $50,000 donation from town of Babylon – Long Island University Athletics
The LIU wrestling team is starting its season on a strong note, thanks to a generous donation of $50,000 from the Town of Babylon.
Eight Burning Questions For the MAC in 2023-24 – MAC – Intermat
Today, it’s time to focus on the MAC! Last year was a bounce-back of sorts for the conference as they got back in the All-American round and saw a very slight increase in NCAA qualifiers.
Wisconsin Wrestling Schedule 2023-2024: What To Know – FloWrestling
The Wisconsin Badgers Wrestling team begins the 2023-2024 season ranked in the top 25 at FloWrestling. Here's a look at their schedule.
149 Pound Pre-Season NCAA Wrestling Preview & Predictions – FloWrestling
Go deep inside the borderline with everything you need to know about the 149-pound weight class this upcoming 2023-24 NCAA D1 wrestling season.
184-Pound Pre-Season NCAA Wrestling Preview & Predictions – FloWrestling
A preview with predictions for the 2023-24 season at 184-pound weight class in Division 1 college wrestling.
Division III News
Estevez Elevated to Head Men's Wrestling Coach at NJCU – New Jersey City University Athletics
After joining the New Jersey City University men's wrestling program prior to the 2022-23 season as the team's top assistant coach and recruiting coordinator, Jason Estevez has officially been elevated to the position of head men's wrestling coach, becoming the second person to occupy the role in the program's young history.
Women’s College News
Women's Wrestling Announces 2023-24 Schedule Along with Ticket Sales – Sioux Falls
The University of Sioux Falls Women's Wrestling program has announced their 2023-24 schedule along with the opening of ticket sales.
Women's Wrestling Announces 2023-2024 Recruiting Class – University of Providence Athletics
Head women's wrestling coach Matt Atwood has announced the addition of 27 new athletes that will be joining the University of Providence's women's wrestling team. They are joining the team that finished fifth in the country last season.
International News
USA Wrestling | Elor, Kilty among stars competing for U.S U23 Women’s Freestyle World Team in Tirana
Ten U.S. women’s freestyle athletes are slated to compete at the 2023 U23 World Championships in Tirana, Albania, October 23-29. The team is led by two Senior World Team members and six Senior National Team members with extensive international experience on the mat.
The United States had a strong first day of men’s freestyle competition at the 2023 Veterans World Championships, winning two gold medals and seven overall medals on Tuesday. Competition was held in Group B and Group E today.
Cooper Flynn ready to take on the world – Virginia Tech Athletics
Representing the United States of America, Virginia Tech wrestling's Cooper Flynn travels to Tirana, Albania this week for the 2023 United World Wrestling U23 World Championships.
High School News
2023 Super 32 College Fan Guide – FloWrestling
The 2023 edition of Super 32 features over 80 D1 commits for nearly 40 colleges and universities. Here's who college fans should look out for.
Podcasts and Video
Live with Jim Gibbons on Potentially Dangerous | IAWrestle
Live with Jim Gibbons on Potentially Dangerous.
#PackMentality Pop-Ins Podcast #110 – WE ARE BACK! | Wolfpack RTC
Join host Brian Reinhardt and NC State wrestling head coach Pat Popolizio as they catch #WPN up on the Pack's quickly-approaching 2023-24 season.
The Greater the Meaning, the Greater the Myles Amine – Wrestling Mindset
This week, Wrestling Mindset founder Gene Zannetti sits down with the great Myles Amine. Together, they break down specifics about performance psychology, how surrendering the outcome of every match can help you perform without pressure, and we put to rest a long-standing question. Do you have to be the perfect wrestler?
2023 Preseason Talk with Rutgers Head Coach Scott Goodale – Big 10 – Intermat
Ryan Holmes sits down with Rutgers head coach Scott Goodale to talk about a variety of topics. Coach Goodale and his staff have navigated the transfer portal and added three high-profile transfers into an already strong lineup.
