Here’s a look ahead at some of the interesting storylines still to come and athletes to watch that may have been under the radar at the start of the year.
Iowa Wrestling: 184 - 285lbs and Team Preview
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The 2019-20 was one of the most volatile seasons we’ve had at a weight in quite some time. Cash Wilcke was our returning 3x national qualifier that had previously made it to the round of 12 at nationals on two separate occasions. This was supposed to be the year he finally broke through to the podium. However, with a limited window for a national title, Brands & Co. wanted someone on the mat that would force the action. As the old saying goes, “It’s better to go down swinging,” and that’s exactly what they had in mind when they threw Nelson Brands in.
College wrestling: Here s what we learned from the first weekend of Big Ten action
What to look for in the 2021 wrestling season
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Seven Big Ten teams Michigan, Rutgers, Minnesota, Nebraska, Indiana, Illinois and Maryland kicked off the 2021 season over the weekend, offering fans a first look at this year’s stars. Despite the empty stands and the quiet arenas, the wrestlers stepped up, shook off the rust of the post-season and put up some serious points.
Here’s what you need to know about the first weekend of Big Ten wrestling and what these matches suggest about the rest of the season.