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First Time in 42 Years, Badgers Beat Hawkeyes

By Andy Hamilton Iowa City Press-Citizen The ovation for Barry Davis was more than casual applause Saturday night before the former Iowa star-turned Wisconsin coach led the Badgers to something they hadn’t done in 42 years. Davis became a fan…

Long-Time MN Coach Wally Johnson Dead at 91

Wally Johnson was Minnesota’s coach for 34 years, winning two conference titles. By Roman Augustoviz, Star Tribune Wally Johnson, the coach of the University of Minnesota wrestling team for 34 seasons, died Wednesday at the age of 91 in an…

No Politics in Wrestling for U.S., Iran

No Politics in Wrestling for U.S., Iran By NASSER KARIMI One day, the spectators were shouting obscenities at American wrestler Mo Lawal after he beat his chest tauntingly before tackling his Iranian opponent. The next day, Friday, they were kissing…

NDSU wrestling program begins new chapter

FARGO, N.D. – The North Dakota State University wrestling team is beginning its first season in the Western Wrestling Conference, and athletes say it is giving them extra motivation. “The level of wrestling has been way up knowing we have…

Andy Hamilton: Smith, Brands Share Respect

By Andy Hamilton Iowa City Press-Citizen Sitting in his fourth-floor office overlooking Boone Pickens Stadium, Oklahoma State wrestling coach John Smith has a view that tops most in Stillwater. From here, Smith can look to the west and watch the…