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Yelena Makoyed of North Central College named 2023 USA Wrestling Women’s College Wrestler of the Year – TheMat.com

Yelena Makoyed, a senior at North Central College, was elected as the inaugural winner of the USA Wrestling Women’s College Wrestler of the Year

Former Iowa wrestling recruit Nate Jesuroga explains why he's done with the sport – Des Moines Register

Nate Jesuroga nestles into a corner table at an Altoona Starbucks, right by the window, allowing the sunlight to shine on his cauliflowered ears. He wears a Billabong shirt and a soft smile. He is relaxed, at ease — and enjoying it.

Two-time NCAA Champion Austin O’Connor of North Carolina – OTM660 | Mat Talk Podcast Network

North Carolina’s Austin O’Connor became just the second multiple-time NCAA wrestling champion in school history with his second championship earlier this March in Tulsa.

(Athletes to Athletes Podcast) Nate Jackson: Husband, Father, Competitor | Mat Talk Podcast Network

Nate Jackson and his wife, Raychelle, became parents at a very young age. And after that they refocused their goals and set out to accomplish everything one step at a time.

NCAA Champ Parris to Ride on Signarma Float at Reds Opening Day Parade – Eagle Country 99.3

Signarama is gearing up for Reds Opening Day.

The Process For Making The 2023 Senior World Wrestling Team Explained – FloWrestling

A breakdown of how USA Wrestling will decide the 2023 Senior World Team.

FRL 914 – Our Thoughts On The Potential New Rule Changes – FloWrestling

CP and JD discuss the new NCAA rules coaches will be voting on.

Wrestling: Who’s Leaving and Who’s Coming Back – Corn Nation

Nebraska is graduating eight seniors, including two All-Americans. Six starters returning, including two All-Americans

Ukraine says IOC retreating on principles over Russian athletes | Reuters

Ukraine’s authorities suggested on Wednesday the International Olympic Committee (IOC) was retreating from its principles by recommending Russian and Belarusian athletes take part in international competitions as neutrals amid a war in Ukraine.

Lehigh Women’s Wrestling Club Building on Nationwide Momentum | Lehigh University

The club, formed in fall 2021, made history in February wrestling in an exhibition match with Rutgers and Alvernia universities.

Helen Maroulis stars in wrestling documentary, with help from Chris Pratt – NBC Sports

One of the remarkable recent Olympic comeback stories is the subject of a film that will be shown nationwide in theaters for one day only on Thursday.

University of Northern Colorado's Andrew Alirez relishes national title for wrestling – CBS Colorado

Greeley's Andrew Alirez became the first Northern Colorado wrestler to win a National Title this season.

Hononegah wrestler Tony Cassioppi takes 3rd at Big Tens, 4th at NCAAs – Rockford Register Star

Iowa's fifth-year senior Tony Cassioppi has decided that he will come back for his sixth season as the Hawkeyes' heavyweight, a decision that came even before the Big Ten and NCAA championship tournaments.

Mizzou NCAA Wrestling: A Tiger Style Season In Review – Rock M Nation

Mizzou capped off its season with a 5th place team finish during the NCAA Wrestling Championships.

KHSAA sanctions girls wrestling for 2023-2024 school year | FOX 56 News

emale high school athletes in Kentucky have a new sanctioned sport.

Wrestling Hall of Fame to induct four new members | Cresco Times Plain Dealer

The Iowa Wrestling Hall of Fame, located in Cresco, Iowa, has announced the 2023 Inductees to be bestowed the honor on Monday, April 10.

A Special Moment, A Special Place – Hastings Wrestling – The Guillotine

If you follow wrestling in Minnesota, unless your WiFi has been out the last few weeks, you know about the drama that unfolded on day one of the 2023 state wrestling tournament.

Garcia Named The Open Mat's NCAA Women's Coach of the Year – McKendree University Athletics

Head Coach Alexio Garcia of No.3 McKendree University women's wrestling earned his first collegiate coaching honor on Monday evening as he was named The Open Mat NCAA Women's Coach of the Year.

Stephens Steps Down After a Decade at the Helm – University of the Cumberlands Athletics

University of the Cumberlands women's wrestling coach Donnie Stephens has step down Wednesday morning after being at the helm for over a decade.  Stephens has helped elevate the Patriots women's wrestling program on a national level, while helping grow the sport throughout the Bluegrass State.

#423 Andy Hrovat – 2008 Olympian and 3x All American | Wrestling Changed My Life Podcast

Andy Hrovat was a 2008 Olympian and 3x All American for the University of Michigan. In high school, Andy wrestled for the legendary St Eds program.

USA Wrestling forming Senior men & women teams for Beach World Series in Argentina, May 7-8 & Singapore, June 10-11 – TheMat.com

It’s international Beach Wrestling season, and USA Wrestling is putting together Senior man’s and women’s teams to compete in United World Wrestling’s Beach World Series.

Helen | Believe, a movie about Helen Maroulis, premieres in 700 locations across USA on Thursday, March 30 – TheMat.com

From Producer Chris Pratt, Helen | Believe follows Olympic wrestler Helen Maroulis’ astonishing comeback to the sport after suffering a career-ending injury that forced her into retirement after becoming America’s first female gold medalist.

How Does Mason Parris Stack Up Against Past Hodge Winners? (2013-2023) | InterMat

I’m sure you’ve heard by now, but Mason Parris is the 2023 Hodge Trophy winner. If not, well, now you know. There was some debate online about whether or not Parris was the right pick.

Broeckelman takes over Barton Community College Wrestling program | NWCA

The Barton Community College Board of Trustees approved the hiring Tuesday of Nathan Broeckelman as the third Head Coach in Barton Wrestling history.

Earl-Y Verbal Show: Featuring Patrick Glory | InterMat

Earl-Y Verbal Show: Featuring Patrick Glory

2023 d3wrestle.com All-Freshman Team – d3wrestle.com

The 2023 d3wrestle.com All-Freshman Team is made up of Division III wrestlers who qualified for the NCAA Championships and also were in high school during the 2021-2022 season.

The National Wrestling Coaches Association (NWCA) announced the NCAA Division II Rookie of the Year finalists following the 2022-23 season. | NWCA

The six finalists represent each of the NCAA Division II Super Regionals. The coaches of NCAA Division II will now vote on the National Rookie of the Year from these six regional honorees. 

Austin O'Connor on Establishing His Legacy at UNC | Baschamania

Today on BASCHAMANIA, UNC's Now-2x NCAA Champ Austin O'Connor, who just wrapped up his wrestling career on the top of the podium in Tulsa, joins the show to talk about his wrestling career, finishing on top of the podium and what's next for the former Tarheel.

InterMat Wrestling – 2022-23 InterMat's Year-End SoCon Awards

Over the next week, InterMat will unveil its annual, year-end conference awards. Each day will feature a new conference. Award winners have been selected by InterMat's editor and respective conference correspondent(s).

The Open Mat Bestows Awards on Wrestling Programs – North Central College Athletics

Following an impressive season on the mat, the North Central College men's and women's wrestling program's swept The Open Mat Wrestler of the Year and Freshman of the Year awards, the organization announced on Tuesday. 

Department Mourns passing of former wrestling coach Scott Stever – Rochester Institute of Technology Athletics

Former RIT wrestling coach Scott Stever passed away, Thursday, March 25. He was 75 years old.

Valek named The Open Mat D-III National Coach of Year – Augsburg University Athletics

Augsburg University men's wrestling head coach Tony Valek '12 has been named as the 2022-23 NCAA Division III National Coach of the Year by The Open Mat, an amateur wrestling website, it was announced on Tuesday.

Niffenegger Dubbed NWCA Rookie of the Year – Mercyhurst University Athletics

The NWCA named Jake Niffenegger Super Region One Rookie of the Year on Wednesday.

Courtney Earns Pac-12 Wrestler of the Year – Arizona State University Athletics

Sun Devil Wrestling's Brandon Courtney is this season's Pac-12 Wrestler of the Year, the conference announced today. Courtney went 16-5 during the 2022-23 season (5-2 in duals) en route to earning the honor.

Ferraro Named InterMat MAC Coach of the Year – Clarion Athletics

InterMat named their year-end award winners for the Mid-American Conference (MAC) on Tuesday, with Clarion's Keith Ferraro earning the publication's MAC Coach of the Year honors.

InterMat Names Noto MAC Wrestler of the Year – Lock Haven University Athletics

On Tuesday, InterMat named All-American Anthony Noto the publication’s Mid-American Conference Wrestler of the Year.

Sioredas Earns First Pac-12 Conference Coach of the Year Award – Cal Poly

Seven years ago, in April 2016, Jon Sioredas was introduced as Cal Poly's new head wrestling coach.

Always Aggressive Podcast: Season 4, Episode 10 – Purdue Boilermakers

The Always Aggressive crew returns for the first podcast of the offseason recapping an incredible tournament run for Purdue at the 2023 NCAA Division I Wrestling Championships in Tulsa, Okla. An exclamation point on an incredible year. 

Bloodround Wrestling Podcast: Bloodround 416 w Jason Bryant

After what was an exciting NCAA Wrestling season, we take a look back on what we saw and what he experienced during the year. We laugh, we cry, we discuss Par(r)is. We also hear about Jason's gig calling St. Cloud State Hockey games, and excellent ways to get around cities at night. Lastly, parent corner. Rock on.

Michigan Grappler Podcast: The Grappler Podcast: Mason Parris, NCAA Champ, Hodge Winner

University of Michigan heavyweight Mason Parris won the NCAA Title earlier this month in Tulsa in dominant fashion.  He finished the season 33-0 and this week has named the Dan Hodge Trophy Winner for being the nation's most dominant wrestler.  The Hodge is the Heisman of wrestling and Parris is the first Wolverine to ever win the award since it's inception in 1995.

How Penn State wrestling’s 1953 national championship team changed the sport forever | collegian.psu.edu

When people think of Penn State wrestling, Cael Sanderson and his countless All-Americans come to mind, but the program’s foundation was built 70 years ago with a group of young men and another legendary coach.

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