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Bloodround #436 with Michigan assistant coach Josh Churella | Mat Talk Podcast Network

The meat of the episode we speak with 2003 High School Graduate, and Michigan Assistant Coach, Josh Churella.

College News

Division II

From Hope to Halting: The Uncertain Fate of Willam Jewell College Wrestling – MissouriWrestling.com

On Sept. 11, the future of the William Jewell College wrestling program was put on hold or given a death sentence.

LaHaye promotes Chris Freije to Associate Head Wrestling Coach, adds Logan Hall as a Graduate Assistant – Lander University 

After three season serving as an assistant coach, Head Wrestling coach R.C. LaHaye has promoted Chris Freije to Associate Head Coach.

Division I

Recovering Sammy Sasso visits with Ohio State wrestling teammates | Lehigh Valley Regional News | wfmz.com 

The support continues as former Nazareth High School wrestling star Sammy Sasso continues on the road to recovery.

Northern Iowa wrestling coach Doug Schwab talks about the Panthers new temporary training facility – Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier 

Northern Iowa wrestling coach Doug Schwab talks about the Panthers new temporary training facility

2023-2024 Wrestling Olympic Redshirt Tracker – FloWrestling 

See a full list of everyone confirmed to be taking an Olympic redshirt this NCAA season.

Williams announces the 2023-2024 UVU Wrestling Schedule – Utah Valley University Athletics 

Utah Valley wrestling head coach Greg Williams has announced the 2023-2024 schedule. The Wolverines will host four Big 12 duals as Wyoming, North Dakota State, South Dakota State, and California Baptist will all enter Lockhart Arena this year.

Wrestling Announces 2023-24 Schedule – West Virginia University Athletics 

The West Virginia University Department of Intercollegiate Athletics has announced the 2023-24 wrestling schedule.

Kenny Monday ready to lead HBCU Wrestling renaissance | Tri-City Herald  

Kenny Monday and Morgan State are looking to be the leaders of an HBCU wrestling renaissance when the Bears make their return to the mat for the first time since the 1996-1997 season.

2023-24 Rider Wrestling Schedule Unveiled – Rider University Athletics 

The Rider University wrestling team released its 2023-24 schedule, which features a pair of B1G opponents traveling to Lawrenceville as well as continuing in-state rivalries with Princeton and Rutgers. The Broncs will host Michigan for their home opener on Nov. 19, before hosting the Badgers on Dec. 9.  

Stine: Reinstate Nelson Brands, Iowa Wrestling Teammates | Yardbarker 

When you have the NCAA and its universities partnering with sports books, there shouldn’t be much of a surprise that college athletes are going to place some bets on sporting events. 

HIRED: Skatzka Added to Coaching Staff – University of Tennessee at Chattanooga Athletics 

Chattanooga Mocs wrestling coach Kyle Ruschell announced the addition of Devin Skatzka to his 2023-24 coaching staff. The credentials jump off the page.

Wrestling Unveils Renovated Charles W. Parker Wrestling Room – Davidson College Athletics 

The Davidson wrestling program recently unveiled renovations to the Charles W. Parker Wrestling Room which now boasts added practice space, new mats, new wall padding, office space, and exercise equipment.

International News

Local wrestler Macey Kilty sets sights on 2024 Olympics | News | waow.com 

If you ask anyone who knows her, they'll tell you that there's nothing common about former Stratford wrestler, and potential Team USA wrester, Macey Kilty.

Di Stasio, Church honoured with Indigenous Awards – Wrestling Canada Lutte 

Two Canadian wrestlers have been honoured with Indigenous awards. Burnaby, B.C.’s  Justina Di Stasio (Burnaby Mountain Wrestling Club) was named a recipient of the 2023 Bitove Indigenous Awards, while Winnipeg’s Connor Church (Montreal – NTC) was named a recipient of  a 2023 Tom Longboat Award.

High School News

Discussing the Scholastic Leadership Academies with Kerry Regner – National Wrestling Coaches Association

Recently, we had the opportunity to catch up with our Director of Coaching Development, Kerry Regner. It's a busy time, and we appreciate him taking the time to share some info regarding our Scholastic Leadership Academies, which are celebrating their 10th Anniversary this Fall.

Narragansett wrestling assistant wins RIIL coach of the year | Sports | independentri.com 

Longtime Narragansett wrestling coach Mike Millen, who currently serves as an assistant for the high school and head coach at Narragansett Pier Middle School, was named RIIL wrestling coach of the year by the National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS).

‘He’s got a great pedigree’: Recent college wrestler takes over at Crestview – Mansfield News Journal  

“It's always kind of that underdog mentality,” said Godsey, who turns 37 in October, after officially being chosen to succeed Steve Haverdill as Crestview’s head coach. “Everybody said ‘He has a chip on his shoulder.’ Mine was not a chip. It’s so big, it’s a boulder. That’s what I meant by that.

Marshwood to dedicate wrestling room to Hall of Fame coach Matt Rix – SeacoastOnline.com  

Marshwood High School will honor one of its most successful coaches on Saturday as the Hawks will officially name the school's wrestling room the Coach Matt Rix Wrestling Center.

Nebraska – The American High School Wrestling Yearbook | Rob Sherrill  

Omaha Millard South won its fifth straight double team title. David City Aquinas added a Class D double team title to the Class C title it won in 2022. 

Podcasts & Video

Stevan Micic | The Bader Show (Ep. 394) – Flowrestling 

2023 World Champion Stevan Micic joins the show to talk about his incredible at the recent World Championships.

FRL 962 – This Year's Title Contenders At 149 & 157 – FloWrestling 

Ben, CP, and JD preview this year's 149 and 157 lb weight classes.

WIwrestle #52 | WIWrestle

King of the North recap and more.

2023-2024 Pre-Season: Roster Overview by Dynasty Defined 

Welcome to the Dynasty Defined Podcast, a show discussing what is going on with the greatest dynasty in sports… the Oklahoma State Cowboys Wrestling program. I am your host, Lee Cothran, and today we are going over the roster! New faces, absent faces, and your favorites from last season!

Lucas Davison Interview – Big 10 – Intermat 

Two-time All-American Lucas Davison speaks to Kevin Claunch about a variety of topics. Kevin and Davison highlight the “student” in the student-athlete in his collegiate career.

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