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College News
Division I
Largest gift in Rider wrestling history honors Coach Gary Taylor | Rider University
Funds will more than double the size of the wrestling center
InterMat Wrestling – November's Top DI Duals
The college wrestling season is right around the corner. This year, in particular, it seems like there are some solid early-season dual matches between top teams. The following looks at the top duals in the month of November and some potential individual bouts that could make the duals special.
McGowan to Princeton | MatScouts
Marc-Anthony McGowan, the shiniest prize left in the 2023 class, is officially off the board after announcing his commitment to the Princeton Tigers on Thursday.
College Recruiting: state placewinner Mueller to Columbia University – The Guillotine
Vincent Mueller of St. Thomas Academy has committed to wrestling for Columbia University following his upcoming senior season.
Fire The Cannons: NYWN #3 2023 Prospect, Sorenson, Commits to West Point – NYWrestlingNews
No more than 2-3 weeks ago, U.S. Military Academy Assistant Coach, Scott Green remarked that it seemed “unfitting” that there were no native Empire Staters currently on the 2022-2023 roster at West Point.
Wrestling season tickets on sale now – Campbell University
Season tickets for Campbell's 2022-23 wrestling campaign are on sale now.
UNC wrestling program receives new practice mats, resolves safety issues – The Daily Tar Heel
Following a recent run of success that has included a national championship for wrestler Austin O'Connor in 2021, the sixth-year senior said he believes the UNC wrestling team has earned a new practice room.
InterMat Wrestling – Virginia Tech 2022-23 Season Preview
The Hokies are coming off a top-10 finish in Detroit at the NCAA Championships and they have put together a strong lineup to make a run at ACC and NCAA titles this season.
Division III
Centenary to Add Women's Wrestling For 2023-24 School Year – Centenary University Athletics
Centenary University today announced the addition of women's wrestling as an intercollegiate sport. The team will bring the total number of NCAA DIII sports offered by the University to 14, including seven women's teams.
University of Dubuque Adds Women's Wrestling – University of Dubuque
University of Dubuque president Jeffrey Bullock, PhD, has announced the addition of women's wrestling as a varsity sport beginning 2023-24.
University of Dubuque to add women's wrestling in 2023-24 | Local Sports | telegraphherald.com
The University of Dubuque will become the fifth American Rivers Conference team to add women’s wrestling beginning in 2023-24.
2022-2023 Penn College Preview – d3wrestle.com
The Penn College Wildcats approach their fifth season as an NCAA Division III program under new and full-time Head Coach, Pankil Chander.
Former Wrestler Jefferson Ajayi ’13 set to be Inducted into NEWA Hall of Fame – Wesleyan University
Former Wesleyan standout Jefferson Ajayi '13 will be inducted into the New England Wrestling Association (NEWA) Hall of Fame as a member of the Class of 2023.
Wabash Adds Three To Athletics Staff – Wabash College Athletics
Max Bishop rejoined the Wabash wrestling program as an assistant coach
2022-2023 Hunter Preview – d3wrestle.com
The season outlook is trending upward this season.
Remington Bauer to continue wrestling career at Baldwin Wallace University – Norwalk Reflector
Remington Bauer, of Norwalk and a graduate of Edison High School, is one of five wrestling newcomers to continue their career at Baldwin Wallace University.
2022-2023 Eureka Preview – d3wrestle.com
Lincoln College announced its closure last spring, but Eureka College announced the creation of a wrestling team and hired Lincoln head coach Eric Biehl to start the team.
Junior College
Booth named NIC interim wrestling coach | Coeur d'Alene Press
Derrick Booth — an alumnus and former wrestler at both North Idaho College and Post Falls High — has been named North Idaho College’s new interim head wrestling coach.
NWCA All-Star Classic
Peyton Prussin vs Emily Shilson All-Star Classic Preview – FloWrestling
A preview of the match between Peyton Prussin and Emily Shilson at the 2022 NWCA All-Star Classic on November 22.
NWCA All-Star Preview: Matthews vs Woods Rematch To Decide Who's #1 – FloWrestling
Pittsburgh's Cole Matthews puts his #1 ranking on the line against Real Woods, a recent addition to the Hawkeye's lineup, at the NWCA All-Star Classic.
High School News
Everything about Gavin Nelson screams tough, physical and relentless.
The 210-pound senior is one of the top high school wrestling recruits in the nation. He’s built strong and sturdy — as can be said for most Simley High School wrestlers.
Whitmer wrestler Isaac assumes No. 1 spot in national rankings | The Blade
Whitmer junior wrestler Savannah Isaac has earned the top spot in a national preseason ranking.
Middleton trio enter wrestling Hall of Fame | Times-Tribune
Middleton’s wrestling program inducted charter members of the Middleton Wrestling Hall of Fame on Sept. 17.
WNY wrestling community mourns Hall of Fame coach Dick Lang | News 4 Buffalo
A wrestling coach and public servant so revered that Niagara County once proclaimed a day in his honor, Richard “Dick” Lang received many posthumous tributes Thursday after it was learned he died following a long battle with Parkinson’s Disease at age 81.
International News
USA Greco-Roman receives draws for 2022 Veteran World Championships in Bulgaria – TheMat.com
36 U.S. wrestlers received their draws for the Greco-Roman portion of the 2022 Veteran World Championships.
Explained | What Goes Behind Host Countries Excluding Certain Sports From CWG? – The Quint
So, what is the rationale behind a host nation's decision to exclude certain sporting events from the CWG. What are the rules that allow such decisions? Here's a look.
Russian Wrestling Federation (FSBR) President Mikhail Mamiashvili told RIA Novosti that two athletes from the Russian wrestling team were summoned to the military registration office.
Podcasts & Video
Rod Rodriguez, Veteran, Olympic Coach and race car restoration enthusiast – Yahoo Sports
As part of our continuing coverage of Hispanic Heritage Month, we're bringing you stories of influential people in the Hispanic community.
FRL 843 – James Green Talks His Journey Through Golden Era Of USA Wrestling – FloWrestling
The 843rd episode of FloWrestling Radio Live.
Run of show:
– Welcome to the Pin 12 Podcast!
– Missouri Tigers Wrestling lineup and schedule.
– South Dakota State Jackrabbits Wrestling lineup and schedule.
– Wyoming Cowboys Wrestling lineup and schedule.
2022-2023: Cowboy Wrestling Schedule Release! Get Hype! by Dynasty Defined
– We're back!
– Pin 12 Wrestling Podcast
– Cowboy Wrestling Club Golf Tournament
– Talkin' 'bout the 2023-2024 Schedule
Texas Mat Talk: Oliver Pierce: Head Coach, Melissa High School | Texas Wrestling
Texas Mat Talk: Oliver Pierce: Head Coach, Melissa High School
Todd Steidley Previews the Upcoming UCO Wrestling Season | Oklahoma Wrestling
Steidley gives an in-depth breakdown of his coaching career and previews the upcoming season for the Bronchos
Features
Inside an Iowa high school football player's return from near death – Des Moines Register
His triumphant return has so far included a fifth-place finish at the state wrestling tournament, an individual conference title in the shot put, and continues this fall as a senior captain of a Northwest football team that’s battled back to 3-3 after an 0-3 start.
World champ Kueter doing double duty in wrestling & football – WIN Magazine
In a time when more and more athletes are deciding to focus on one sport, Ben Kueter is taking a different approach.
Wrestler-related MMA News
Phil Hawes down to fight Bo Nickal: ‘I can’t wait to put hands on him’ – MMA Junkie
Phil Hawes wants a piece of Bo Nickal.
Nickal (3-0 MMA, 0-0 UFC) has taken the MMA world by storm with just three professional bouts to his name. The standout wrestler is not short on confidence and already has called out top unbeaten contender Khamzat Chimaev.
General News
2022 “Wrestling Apparel Drip”. Must have gear and essentials! – DREWBLOGZCLE
This Season is fast approaching, are you and your teammates ready to show who has the “Most Drip”.
Details emerge of ex-Olathe NW coach's sex crime allegations – Fox 4 KC
Newly released court documents reveal additional details about the sexual allegations against a former Olathe wrestling coach involving a student.
Scores
California Community Colleges
Fresno City College, CA 38.0 Modesto Junior College, CA 12.0
