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sports1 year ago

"Iowa Wrestling's Strong Showing at NCAAs Despite Lack of Champions"

Iowa wrestling finished fifth at the NCAA Championships with four All-Americans, their smallest podium group since 2013. Despite not winning a team trophy, the team's performance needs to be viewed in the context of a tumultuous season and the dominance of Penn State, which set an NCAA record with 172.5 points. The program's standard remains unchanged, with the goal of producing national champions at every weight class. Two of the four All-Americans can return next season, while others are considering their future in wrestling or coaching.

sports1 year ago

"Iowa Wrestling Falls to Michigan in Tough Matchup"

The No. 2 Iowa wrestling team suffered its first loss of the season in a 24-11 defeat against No. 12 Michigan, losing seven of 10 bouts. The Hawkeyes will need to improve before their upcoming clash with No. 1 Penn State. Despite some individual successes, including Zach Glazier's dominant victory, Iowa's overall performance was disappointing, and they will need to regroup before facing their next opponent.

sports2 years ago

"Iowa Wrestling Coaches' Responses to DCI Gambling Investigation Updates"

Iowa wrestling coach Tom Brands advises suspended wrestlers to "be ready" amidst allegations of misconduct by Iowa Division of Criminal Investigation agents in the investigation of online sports gambling by athletes at Iowa and Iowa State University. Brands challenges the media's lack of urgency in finding the truth and expresses concern over the infringement of basic liberties. Despite the suspensions, wrestlers like Cullan Schriever are focused on improvement and returning to competition, while Aiden Riggins is adjusting to wrestling in a higher weight class.

sports2 years ago

Iowa Wrestling Dominates Iowa State in 19th-Straight Cy-Hawk Dual

The Iowa wrestling team secured an 18-14 victory over Iowa State in a compelling and controversial dual meet. Real Woods played a pivotal role with a victory at 141 pounds, while other key wins came from Drake Ayala, Gabe Arnold, Patrick Kennedy, and Zach Glazier. The match was filled with close calls and controversy, including Woods' overtime takedown and Jared Franek's disputed victory. Despite a strong performance from Iowa State, the Cyclones fell short, but remain optimistic about their progress.