VMI's Andrew Szymborski named SoCon Wrestler of the Week
By Christian Hofman
VMI Sports Information
SPARTANBURG, S.C. - VMI sophomore Andrew Szymborski has been selected as the Southern Conference Wrestler of the Week for all competition from January 6-12.
Szymborski (Crown Point, Ind./Crown Point) moved up a weight class to 184 pounds in back-to-back duals last week and scored a pair of wins, one via major decision. Szymborski knocked off George Mason's James Webb, 3-1, before winning a major decision against North Carolina State's Cedric Moore, 10-2. Szymborski leads the team with four major decisions. He is now 8-6 on the season with a 3-2 dual mark.
The honor is the second Wrestler of the Week accolade for VMI this season, as Szymborski joins junior Ronnie Ellsworth, who was so named on Dec. 16. Junior heavyweight Josh Wine also earned league honors last month, being named the Southern Conference's Wrestler of the Month for December. Other wrestlers receiving consideration this week included UNC Greensboro's Andrew Saunders, Appalachian State's Austin Trotman and Davidson's Ben Altman.
The Keydets return to action this evening, taking on Franklin & Marshall at 7:30 p.m. in a dual held on Post at The Thunderdome.
Virginia Tech's Jesse Dong named ACC Wrestler of the Week
By Steve Phillips
Atlantic Coast Conference
GREENSBORO, N.C. - Virginia Tech's Jesse Dong, who was named the Outstanding Wrestler for the National College Division at last weekend's Virginia Duals, has also been named the Atlantic Coast Conference Wrestler of the Week.
Dong, ranked seventh in the 157-pound division, went 5-0 in his head-to-head matches, leading the 24th-ranked Hokies to a sixth-place finish - the highest by a Virginia school in the event, which included a number of nationally-ranked teams. It was also Virginia Tech's highest ever finish in the 30th annual tournament.
Dong opened the competition on Friday with perhaps his biggest win of so far this season, a 5-4 decision over second-ranked Cyler Sanderon on Penn State. The Westerville, Ohio, sophomore followed with a pin of Drexel's Charles Aungst in 1:21 and a 16-0 technical fall over John Gresheimer of Buffalo.
Saturday saw Dong post a 7-1 decision over 18th-ranked Danny Gonsor of Virginia and pin Kent State's Mallie Shuster in 6:34. The five victories improved Dong's record for the season to 20-2.
Iowa's Jay Borschel named Big Ten Wrestler of the Week
By Dan Mihalik
Big Ten Conference
Jay Borschel wins his first Big Ten Wrestler of the Week award after posting a 4-0 record and winning Division I Outstanding Wrestler honors at the NWCA/Cliff Keen National Duals last weekend. The Hawkeyes won their third straight team title at the event as Borschel defeated four ranked opponents, earning major decision victories in the semifinal and championship matches. In opening-round action, Borschel, ranked No. 2 at 174 pounds, defeated No. 3 Stephen Dwyer of Nebraska, then knocked off No. 16 Nate Lee of Boise State in the quarterfinals. The senior then defeated No. 13 Scott Glasser of Minnesota in the semis and No. 14 Duke Burk of Iowa State in the final.
Last Iowa Wrestler of the Week: Brent Metcalf (Jan. 5, 2010)
2009-10 Wrestlers of the Week
Nov. 10: Colton Salazar, Jr., PUR
Nov. 17: Cyler Sanderson, Sr., PSU
Nov. 24: Reece Humphrey, Sr., OSU
Brad Pakaty, Jr., PSU
Dec. 1: Paul Young, Jr., IND
Dec. 8: Angel Escobedo, Sr., IND
Dec. 15: Ben Berhow, Jr., MINN
Dec. 22: Cyler Sanderson, Sr., PSU
Jan. 5: Brent Metcalf, Sr., IOWA
Jan. 12: Jay Borschel, Sr., IOWA
Iowa State's Jerome Ward named Big 12 Wrestler of the Week
By Emily Franzenburg
Big 12 Conference
Irving, Texas - Jerome Ward (Iowa State) has been named the Big 12 Wrestler of the Week, it was announced. This is the first Conference honor of Ward's career.
WRESTLER OF THE WEEK
Jerome Ward, So.,184 pounds, Evergreen Park, Ill./Saint Rita
Ward went 4-0 at the NWCA/Cliff Keen National Duals January 9-10 in Cedar Falls, Iowa. The sophomore defeated 2008 NCAA Champion Mike Pucillo of Ohio State by a score of 5-3 in the National Duals semifinal matchup as ISU downed Ohio State 23-9 in the dual. Ward followed that with a win in the event finale against intrastate rival Iowa. An NCAA qualifier at 184 pounds last season, Ward needed an extra period of time to defeat sixth-ranked Hawkeye Phillip Keddy, but won with a double-leg takedown just three seconds into the sudden-victory period. He stands at 15-3 on the year, with a 7-0 mark in duals.
2009-10 BIG 12 WRESTLERS OF THE WEEK/MONTH
November: Eric Lapotsky, Oklahoma, Sr. 197
Dec. 7: Alex Meade, Oklahoma State, Fr., 165
Dec. 14: Craig Brester, Nebraska, Sr., 197
Dec. 21: Jake Varner, Iowa State, Sr., 197
Jan. 4: Andrew Long, Iowa State, Fr., 125
Jan. 11: Jerome Ward, Iowa State, So., 184
Mankato's Brady Wilson named Northern Sun Wrestler of the Week
By Nick Kornder
Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference
Brady Wilson went 4-0 to lead the Mavericks to a 3-1 record and third place finish at the 2010 NWCA/Cliff Keen National Duals, the highest finish among NSIC teams. Three of those wins came against nationally ranked opponents.
On Saturday, he crafted a 4-3 decision over #2 Charlie Alexander of Western State, he followed that up with a fall over Mike Carpenter of West Liberty State at 2:59. On Sunday, he picked up his second win of the season over #3 Elijah Madison of Nebraska-Omaha by a score of 2-1 and completed the perfect weekend with a 6-0 domination of #5 Frank McGrath of Gannon.
With the four wins, Wilson is now 17-6 on the season with five falls. All six losses have been to NCAA Division I opposition. This marks the second time this season Wilson has been named NSIC Wrestler of the Week.
Clarion's James Fleming named EWL, PSAC Wrestler of the Week
By Rich Herman
Clarion Sports Information
Clarion University freshman 149-pound grappler James Fleming (West Mifflin) was named today as the PSAC and EWL (Eastern Wrestling League) "Wrestler of the Week" for his performance for the Golden Eagles at the 30th Annual Virginia Duals over the weekend.
Fleming, a true freshman, boosted his season record to 14-5 as he registered three impressive wins in Clarion's three dual meets. He had a technical fall and two pins for his 3-0 weekend.
On Friday Fleming led Clarion to a 20-18 upset win over #25 ranked Old Dominion as he notched a 17-2, technical fall win over ODU's John Nicholson, who entered the match with a 19-4 record.
In Clarion's second dual the Golden Eagles lost 42-6 to #4 ranked Oklahoma State, but Fleming pinned the Cowboys Quinten Fuentes (#14 by WIN) at 4:06. Fuentes had a 14-6 record and a team leading 11 pins entering the bout.
Fleming pinned Michigan's Mike Sears at 3:46 in his last match, although the Eagles fell 29-15.
"Jim had a great weekend and is really deserving of these honors," said Clarion's fourth year head coach Teague Moore. "He works very hard every day to improve his skills and has a great attitude towards wrestling. We're proud to have him in blue and gold."
Fleming, the son of John Fleming and Regina Fitzgerald, was a 4-time PIAA placewinner at West Mifflin High under coach Tony Salopek. He had a career record of 130-15.
Drexel's Steve Mytych named CAA Wrestler of the Week
By Bud Focht
Rider University Sports Information
LAWRENCEVILLE, NJ-Steve Mytych of Drexel University is the Colonial Athletic Association Wrestler of the Week for all competition January 5-11. Zac Cibula of Rider University is the CAA Rookie of the Week.
Mytych, a senior 133 from Wyoming, PA (Northampton), went 3-0 at the Virginia Duals and defeated the fifth ranked wrestler in the nation from Kent State. Currently ranked 13th by Amateur Wrestling News and 19th by InterMat, Mytych improved to 20-6 with wins over wrestlers from Virginia Tech and Liberty (major decision).
Cibula, a freshman 157 from (Luxenburg, Wis./Casco), won both of his decisions last week against Princeton and Pennsylvania, improving to 10-1 in dual meets. Against Penn Cibula defeated the 16th ranked wrestler in the nation. Cibula was on his way to a major decision, winning 12-4 when Matt Dragon could no longer continue due to injury.
George Mason will host the CAA Duals January 16.
Seth Wright named RMAC Wrestler of the Week
By Sarah Meier
Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference
Seth Wright had a solid week for the Cowboys as he pinned (2:12) Mesa State's Tyler Nelson on Jan. 7 and then upset Adams State's defending national champion and current #1 ranked Arsenia Barksdale by decision (9-4) the following day. Wright is now 5-1 for the season and 2-1 in RMAC Duals. His only loss of the season was an injury forced forfeit to CSU-Pueblo.
Desi Green named MAC Wrestler of the Week
By William Nowadly
Buffalo Sports Information
University at Buffalo sophomore Desi Green (Henrietta, NY/Rush-Henrietta) has been selected as the Mid-American Conference Wrestler of the Week. The 20th nationally-ranked wrestler posted a 3-0 record including an 8-6 decision over sixth ranked Jason Chamberlain of Boise State at the NWCA/Cliff Keen National Duals on January 9 in Cedar Falls, IA.
In the Bulls' opening dual versus ninth nationally-ranked Boise State on Saturday, Green faced sixth-ranked Jason Chamberlain of Boise State. Following two periods, Green and Chamberlain entered the last period tied at 5-5. In the third period, the two would exchange escapes before Green sealed the deal with a takedown to defeat Chamberlain, 8-6.
Green contributed to the Bulls' 18-17 upset of 12th nationally-ranked Nebraska, receiving a forfeit to give the Bulls' a 12-3 lead in the match to secure the Bulls' early lead.
Following Buffalo's upset of Nebraska, Green and his teammates would face seventh nationally-ranked Maryland. Despite the Bulls fall to the Terrapins, 31-7, Green earned one of the Bulls' two victories in the dual. In a repeat bout from this year's UB Open, Green would face off against Maryland's Jon Kohler. In the championship match at the UB Open, Green defeated the 2009 Edinboro Open champion, 10-7. Looking for the same result, Green would find what he was looking for as he defeated Kohler, 16-7 by major decision. Green's third-period performance made the difference in the bout as he compiled 10 points in the period.
With his strong performance at this year's National Duals, Green has yet to lose at the event. Combined with his two wins at last year's event, his record now improves to 5-0.
Prior to the Bulls' trip out to the Midwest, Green earned a 4-3 decision over Binghamton's Donnie Vinson in Buffalo's 19-16 defeat of the Bearcats.
For the season, the tri-captain holds a 21-4 overall record and 10-1 dual meet record.
Green's selection as MAC Wrestler of the Week marks the second time in his career that he has garnered such an honor.
The Bulls (7-3-1) will remain on the road as they travel to Edinboro University to face the 23rd nationally-ranked Scots on Saturday, January 16 at 7:00 pm.
Shane Onufer named WWC Wrestler of the Week
By Aaron Voos
Western Wrestling Conference
LARAMIE, Wyo. - Wyoming sophomore 165-pounder Shane Onufer (Auburn, Wash./Auburn HS) has been named the Western Wrestling Conference's Wrestler of the Week as announced today by the league.
After missing a month due to a knee injury, No. 9-ranked Onufer was back in the Cowboy lineup last week at 165 pounds and won both his matches in dominating fashion against North Carolina State and Oregon State.
Against the Wolfpack, Onufer set the tone for an 11-point team comeback win by sticking Ray Ward to the mat at 4:35 in the second period of their match. The win by fall was his fifth this season and 19th of his two-year career. Onufer controlled the match from the start and led 9-2 at the time of his pin, thanks to three takedowns, a two-point nearfall and an escape. Against the No. 24-ranked Beavers, Onufer earned a 12-4 major decision over Dan Brascetta, his fifth decision by eight or more points this season. He now has a 16-4 overall record this season.
The weekly league honor for Onufer is his second this season, the other coming on Dec. 8, and the third of his career.
By Christian Hofman
VMI Sports Information
SPARTANBURG, S.C. - VMI sophomore Andrew Szymborski has been selected as the Southern Conference Wrestler of the Week for all competition from January 6-12.
Szymborski (Crown Point, Ind./Crown Point) moved up a weight class to 184 pounds in back-to-back duals last week and scored a pair of wins, one via major decision. Szymborski knocked off George Mason's James Webb, 3-1, before winning a major decision against North Carolina State's Cedric Moore, 10-2. Szymborski leads the team with four major decisions. He is now 8-6 on the season with a 3-2 dual mark.
The honor is the second Wrestler of the Week accolade for VMI this season, as Szymborski joins junior Ronnie Ellsworth, who was so named on Dec. 16. Junior heavyweight Josh Wine also earned league honors last month, being named the Southern Conference's Wrestler of the Month for December. Other wrestlers receiving consideration this week included UNC Greensboro's Andrew Saunders, Appalachian State's Austin Trotman and Davidson's Ben Altman.
The Keydets return to action this evening, taking on Franklin & Marshall at 7:30 p.m. in a dual held on Post at The Thunderdome.
Virginia Tech's Jesse Dong named ACC Wrestler of the Week
By Steve Phillips
Atlantic Coast Conference
GREENSBORO, N.C. - Virginia Tech's Jesse Dong, who was named the Outstanding Wrestler for the National College Division at last weekend's Virginia Duals, has also been named the Atlantic Coast Conference Wrestler of the Week.
Dong, ranked seventh in the 157-pound division, went 5-0 in his head-to-head matches, leading the 24th-ranked Hokies to a sixth-place finish - the highest by a Virginia school in the event, which included a number of nationally-ranked teams. It was also Virginia Tech's highest ever finish in the 30th annual tournament.
Dong opened the competition on Friday with perhaps his biggest win of so far this season, a 5-4 decision over second-ranked Cyler Sanderon on Penn State. The Westerville, Ohio, sophomore followed with a pin of Drexel's Charles Aungst in 1:21 and a 16-0 technical fall over John Gresheimer of Buffalo.
Saturday saw Dong post a 7-1 decision over 18th-ranked Danny Gonsor of Virginia and pin Kent State's Mallie Shuster in 6:34. The five victories improved Dong's record for the season to 20-2.
Iowa's Jay Borschel named Big Ten Wrestler of the Week
By Dan Mihalik
Big Ten Conference
Jay Borschel wins his first Big Ten Wrestler of the Week award after posting a 4-0 record and winning Division I Outstanding Wrestler honors at the NWCA/Cliff Keen National Duals last weekend. The Hawkeyes won their third straight team title at the event as Borschel defeated four ranked opponents, earning major decision victories in the semifinal and championship matches. In opening-round action, Borschel, ranked No. 2 at 174 pounds, defeated No. 3 Stephen Dwyer of Nebraska, then knocked off No. 16 Nate Lee of Boise State in the quarterfinals. The senior then defeated No. 13 Scott Glasser of Minnesota in the semis and No. 14 Duke Burk of Iowa State in the final.
Last Iowa Wrestler of the Week: Brent Metcalf (Jan. 5, 2010)
2009-10 Wrestlers of the Week
Nov. 10: Colton Salazar, Jr., PUR
Nov. 17: Cyler Sanderson, Sr., PSU
Nov. 24: Reece Humphrey, Sr., OSU
Brad Pakaty, Jr., PSU
Dec. 1: Paul Young, Jr., IND
Dec. 8: Angel Escobedo, Sr., IND
Dec. 15: Ben Berhow, Jr., MINN
Dec. 22: Cyler Sanderson, Sr., PSU
Jan. 5: Brent Metcalf, Sr., IOWA
Jan. 12: Jay Borschel, Sr., IOWA
Iowa State's Jerome Ward named Big 12 Wrestler of the Week
By Emily Franzenburg
Big 12 Conference
Irving, Texas - Jerome Ward (Iowa State) has been named the Big 12 Wrestler of the Week, it was announced. This is the first Conference honor of Ward's career.
WRESTLER OF THE WEEK
Jerome Ward, So.,184 pounds, Evergreen Park, Ill./Saint Rita
Ward went 4-0 at the NWCA/Cliff Keen National Duals January 9-10 in Cedar Falls, Iowa. The sophomore defeated 2008 NCAA Champion Mike Pucillo of Ohio State by a score of 5-3 in the National Duals semifinal matchup as ISU downed Ohio State 23-9 in the dual. Ward followed that with a win in the event finale against intrastate rival Iowa. An NCAA qualifier at 184 pounds last season, Ward needed an extra period of time to defeat sixth-ranked Hawkeye Phillip Keddy, but won with a double-leg takedown just three seconds into the sudden-victory period. He stands at 15-3 on the year, with a 7-0 mark in duals.
2009-10 BIG 12 WRESTLERS OF THE WEEK/MONTH
November: Eric Lapotsky, Oklahoma, Sr. 197
Dec. 7: Alex Meade, Oklahoma State, Fr., 165
Dec. 14: Craig Brester, Nebraska, Sr., 197
Dec. 21: Jake Varner, Iowa State, Sr., 197
Jan. 4: Andrew Long, Iowa State, Fr., 125
Jan. 11: Jerome Ward, Iowa State, So., 184
Mankato's Brady Wilson named Northern Sun Wrestler of the Week
By Nick Kornder
Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference
Brady Wilson went 4-0 to lead the Mavericks to a 3-1 record and third place finish at the 2010 NWCA/Cliff Keen National Duals, the highest finish among NSIC teams. Three of those wins came against nationally ranked opponents.
On Saturday, he crafted a 4-3 decision over #2 Charlie Alexander of Western State, he followed that up with a fall over Mike Carpenter of West Liberty State at 2:59. On Sunday, he picked up his second win of the season over #3 Elijah Madison of Nebraska-Omaha by a score of 2-1 and completed the perfect weekend with a 6-0 domination of #5 Frank McGrath of Gannon.
With the four wins, Wilson is now 17-6 on the season with five falls. All six losses have been to NCAA Division I opposition. This marks the second time this season Wilson has been named NSIC Wrestler of the Week.
Clarion's James Fleming named EWL, PSAC Wrestler of the Week
By Rich Herman
Clarion Sports Information
Clarion University freshman 149-pound grappler James Fleming (West Mifflin) was named today as the PSAC and EWL (Eastern Wrestling League) "Wrestler of the Week" for his performance for the Golden Eagles at the 30th Annual Virginia Duals over the weekend.
Fleming, a true freshman, boosted his season record to 14-5 as he registered three impressive wins in Clarion's three dual meets. He had a technical fall and two pins for his 3-0 weekend.
On Friday Fleming led Clarion to a 20-18 upset win over #25 ranked Old Dominion as he notched a 17-2, technical fall win over ODU's John Nicholson, who entered the match with a 19-4 record.
In Clarion's second dual the Golden Eagles lost 42-6 to #4 ranked Oklahoma State, but Fleming pinned the Cowboys Quinten Fuentes (#14 by WIN) at 4:06. Fuentes had a 14-6 record and a team leading 11 pins entering the bout.
Fleming pinned Michigan's Mike Sears at 3:46 in his last match, although the Eagles fell 29-15.
"Jim had a great weekend and is really deserving of these honors," said Clarion's fourth year head coach Teague Moore. "He works very hard every day to improve his skills and has a great attitude towards wrestling. We're proud to have him in blue and gold."
Fleming, the son of John Fleming and Regina Fitzgerald, was a 4-time PIAA placewinner at West Mifflin High under coach Tony Salopek. He had a career record of 130-15.
Drexel's Steve Mytych named CAA Wrestler of the Week
By Bud Focht
Rider University Sports Information
LAWRENCEVILLE, NJ-Steve Mytych of Drexel University is the Colonial Athletic Association Wrestler of the Week for all competition January 5-11. Zac Cibula of Rider University is the CAA Rookie of the Week.
Mytych, a senior 133 from Wyoming, PA (Northampton), went 3-0 at the Virginia Duals and defeated the fifth ranked wrestler in the nation from Kent State. Currently ranked 13th by Amateur Wrestling News and 19th by InterMat, Mytych improved to 20-6 with wins over wrestlers from Virginia Tech and Liberty (major decision).
Cibula, a freshman 157 from (Luxenburg, Wis./Casco), won both of his decisions last week against Princeton and Pennsylvania, improving to 10-1 in dual meets. Against Penn Cibula defeated the 16th ranked wrestler in the nation. Cibula was on his way to a major decision, winning 12-4 when Matt Dragon could no longer continue due to injury.
George Mason will host the CAA Duals January 16.
Seth Wright named RMAC Wrestler of the Week
By Sarah Meier
Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference
Seth Wright had a solid week for the Cowboys as he pinned (2:12) Mesa State's Tyler Nelson on Jan. 7 and then upset Adams State's defending national champion and current #1 ranked Arsenia Barksdale by decision (9-4) the following day. Wright is now 5-1 for the season and 2-1 in RMAC Duals. His only loss of the season was an injury forced forfeit to CSU-Pueblo.
Desi Green named MAC Wrestler of the Week
By William Nowadly
Buffalo Sports Information
University at Buffalo sophomore Desi Green (Henrietta, NY/Rush-Henrietta) has been selected as the Mid-American Conference Wrestler of the Week. The 20th nationally-ranked wrestler posted a 3-0 record including an 8-6 decision over sixth ranked Jason Chamberlain of Boise State at the NWCA/Cliff Keen National Duals on January 9 in Cedar Falls, IA.
In the Bulls' opening dual versus ninth nationally-ranked Boise State on Saturday, Green faced sixth-ranked Jason Chamberlain of Boise State. Following two periods, Green and Chamberlain entered the last period tied at 5-5. In the third period, the two would exchange escapes before Green sealed the deal with a takedown to defeat Chamberlain, 8-6.
Green contributed to the Bulls' 18-17 upset of 12th nationally-ranked Nebraska, receiving a forfeit to give the Bulls' a 12-3 lead in the match to secure the Bulls' early lead.
Following Buffalo's upset of Nebraska, Green and his teammates would face seventh nationally-ranked Maryland. Despite the Bulls fall to the Terrapins, 31-7, Green earned one of the Bulls' two victories in the dual. In a repeat bout from this year's UB Open, Green would face off against Maryland's Jon Kohler. In the championship match at the UB Open, Green defeated the 2009 Edinboro Open champion, 10-7. Looking for the same result, Green would find what he was looking for as he defeated Kohler, 16-7 by major decision. Green's third-period performance made the difference in the bout as he compiled 10 points in the period.
With his strong performance at this year's National Duals, Green has yet to lose at the event. Combined with his two wins at last year's event, his record now improves to 5-0.
Prior to the Bulls' trip out to the Midwest, Green earned a 4-3 decision over Binghamton's Donnie Vinson in Buffalo's 19-16 defeat of the Bearcats.
For the season, the tri-captain holds a 21-4 overall record and 10-1 dual meet record.
Green's selection as MAC Wrestler of the Week marks the second time in his career that he has garnered such an honor.
The Bulls (7-3-1) will remain on the road as they travel to Edinboro University to face the 23rd nationally-ranked Scots on Saturday, January 16 at 7:00 pm.
Shane Onufer named WWC Wrestler of the Week
By Aaron Voos
Western Wrestling Conference
LARAMIE, Wyo. - Wyoming sophomore 165-pounder Shane Onufer (Auburn, Wash./Auburn HS) has been named the Western Wrestling Conference's Wrestler of the Week as announced today by the league.
After missing a month due to a knee injury, No. 9-ranked Onufer was back in the Cowboy lineup last week at 165 pounds and won both his matches in dominating fashion against North Carolina State and Oregon State.
Against the Wolfpack, Onufer set the tone for an 11-point team comeback win by sticking Ray Ward to the mat at 4:35 in the second period of their match. The win by fall was his fifth this season and 19th of his two-year career. Onufer controlled the match from the start and led 9-2 at the time of his pin, thanks to three takedowns, a two-point nearfall and an escape. Against the No. 24-ranked Beavers, Onufer earned a 12-4 major decision over Dan Brascetta, his fifth decision by eight or more points this season. He now has a 16-4 overall record this season.
The weekly league honor for Onufer is his second this season, the other coming on Dec. 8, and the third of his career.
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