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December 31, 2002
From: tj
comments: Anyone know what wieght Alex Meade is wrestling this year??
December 31, 2002
From: To: Mr. No It All
comments: I'd be willing to bet their will be an Oak Glen wrestler or two or three on the top of the podium the first Saturday night in March. Also, don't conceed 215 to Hashman just yet. I will agree with you he is a very good wrestler and a lot of fun to watch. But Bill Whitehill from Oak Glen is no slouch. Even though they are in the same region, I don't believe they wrestled last year. But Whitehill finished 5th at States and is tremendously better this year from an offensive standpoint.
December 31, 2002
comments: To JORDAN: Why are you putting Dye of Wirt ahead of Duncan when Duncan beat him last year, and Biddle ahead of Ashley, and Efaw ahead of Clark, and Metz ahead of Flowers???? I think you need to put some more research into your picks.
December 31, 2002
comments: Does anyone know why Lucas Cappas and Kyle Turnbull didn't wrestle each other at the Wheeling Park Duals?
December 31, 2002
From: Jim LeMaster
comments: Middle School Front Runners
After a few weeks of the season here are some Middle School kids who have impressed me. Of course, we have not wrestled everyone yet! I am sure there are a bunch from Edison, Blenerhassett, Indy, (Jr. Highs) etc. that should go in here. Please add anyone I overlooked. These are NOT RANKED IN ANY ORDER! Just kids that are looking good.
75 80 85
Prince (Shady) Setliff (Milton) Woods (Point)
Page (Hayes) Jenkins (E Fairmont Valetine (Wirt)
Simmons (Milton) Page (AJ) Flowers (W'town)
Robe (E Fairmont) Riddle (RipM) Moldanado (Spn)
Searls (Point) Warton (Elkview) Broce (B'Ville)
90 95 100
Bailey (E. Fairmont) Boggs (Spencer) Knapton (E. Fair)
Peters (W'Town) Hall (Dupont) Martin (RipM)
Pyles (Point) Moore (Elkview) Smith (Buf)
Snodgrass (McKinley) Ray (E. Fairmont) Shaffer (Elkview)
Gurnee (AJ) Adkins (Clay) Burrows (Calhoun)
105 115 125
Shaffer (Milt) Taylor (ShadY) Easter (AJ)
Morton (E. Fair) Miles (Milton) Hall (Shady)
Knight (Cammack) DeWitt (Point) Morris (Elkview)
Kleman (Clay) Borders (Park) Hensley (Bev. Hills)
Ball (Park) Hudson (McKinley) Wood (Milton)
135 145 155
Casto (Point) Chapman (Milton) Hart (Shady)
Alberty (Park) Antoine (Park) Shaffer (Elkview)
Dunlap (Hayes) Redden (Shady) Young (Stonewall)
Page (AJ) Shrader (Wirt) Detwiler (Spencer)
Moye (Milton) Stubblefield (Camm) Spurlock (B'Ville)
170 190 Heavyweight
Neal (Milton) Long (DuPont) Dudding (McKinley)
Eads (McKinley) Woodford (McKinley) Hayes (Milton)
Lowery (DuPont) Christian(Milton) Gillespie (Park)
Neal (Shady) Hipes (Point) Cook (Point)
Treadway (Collins) Stowers (Park) Conrad (Sissonville)
There, that ought to get some discussion going!
JL
December 31, 2002
comments: Oak Glen vs. South prediction: I think Oak Glen will win 8 matches and South will win 6. I think the key matches that can go either way and will determine the outcome are 103, 112, 152 and 275. I believe they will split these four weights and the Bears win 35-28...
December 31, 2002
From: Weirton Dad
comments: Congratulations to Matt Easter on his Cornell acceptance. The Ivy League has great Division I wrestling and just opened the new state-of-the-art Friedman Wrestling Center (donated by Pres. Bush's new economic director). As for Anthony Valles, he was under the weather for a few weeks but am told by persons close to Madonna's program that he should be back at 112 this week.
December 31, 2002
From: WRESTLING FAN
comments: AAA 275 STATE PLACE WINNERS
CHAMP REGION III
2ND REGION III
THIRD REGION II
FOURTH REGION II
FIFTH REGION IV
SIXTH REGION III
December 31, 2002
comments: To AAA Fan: Here's a safe prediction for State Champ... apart from lightening striking him, you can bank on Matt Easter at which ever weight he wrestles... either 125 or 130. Four time State Champ in progress!
December 31, 2002
comments: Any predictions on the OG/Parkersburg South match this Saturday? Even though the visitor has won both previous matches, I believe Oak Glen will break that trend. They are solid as is evident by their runaway win at the Knights Inn Invitational in St. Clairsville, OH last weekend. All 14 OG wrestlers placed in the top 5, but none were champions and they won the tournament by 100+ points!!! GO BEARS!!!
December 31, 2002
comments: What happened to the Brecksville Holiday Tournament results???
Editor's note: I'll link them back up, but the team scores look a little funny....
December 31, 2002
From: weight watcher
comments: predictions, predictions, .....predictions !!!! Most of these seem to be very bias depending on what school you go to. seems to me the cart is in front of the horse. most of the lists i've seen don't mention some of the premier wrestlers i've seen.
REMEMBER......on any given day.........! when the dust clears we'll see who's on top! can't wait
December 30, 2002
From: wrestlingfan
comments: I was wondering what are some predictions for 135,189,275 in the aa/a . There was a freshman out of there i was wondering what happen to him ...?
December 30, 2002
From: mr no it all
comments: to Jordan there is no way
189 Josh Clark will beat Trampus Efaw
103 Robert Rash has tons more experience ive seen the kid wrestle
125 Biddle is hungry still for his other state title and his senior year will be unstopable
and at 145 back down on your man Flowers you no Metz is the man for that one
December 30, 2002
From: AAA FAN
comments: How about some of you ranking GURUS giving us your ideas on AAA individual weight classes......... Granted some people who post on this site feel that putting rankings on here is stupid. But hey ! I think it's interesting to look at and besides isn't this site here for us to have some fun as well as exchange serious information ? P.S. where did the mysterious boxing match take place ? Is it really such a big secret ?
December 30, 2002
From: dg
comments: Don't remember the exact score but Ashley beat the kid from Point Pleasant pretty easily. Also Point Pleasant won the match when Shirley got a forfioet win at heavyweight. It will be real interesting at regionals.
December 30, 2002
comments: It's not a mystery, those of us who were at the tourny know EXACTLY where the punch was thrown. But the guy neglected to mention that SEVERAL punches were thrown by SEVERAL wrestlers from SEVERAL teams. Not just ONE. Only one was mentioned.
December 30, 2002
From: 215 wrestler
comments: Does anyone have any predictions from 171 and up in AAA states they seem to be left out alot of the time in the predictions.
December 30, 2002
From: region 4 wrestler
comments: Does anyone know how greenbrier east did at the wheeling park domino duals. Particularly Matt Vance's results.
December 30, 2002
comments: HOW BOUT THEM BIG BLACKS???? way to go boys!
December 30, 2002
comments: what happened to cody shirey from frankfort, thought he had one year left?
December 30, 2002
From: dude
comments: There is a lot of wrestling left till regions and states.Predictions and past history does'nt place or win championships.So till that time come's,let the boy's wrestle and sort it out themselves.For an over looked wrestler ,hwt for B.U.H.S.
December 30, 2002
comments: anyone have results of the 125 match between point pleasant and calhoun?
December 30, 2002
comments: i agree with the person who said biddle is better than ashley. biddle defeated allen by more than ashley ever has. allen even beat ashley once last year head to head. biddle is over ashley in my humble opinion.
December 30, 2002
From: reggie
comments: to all those south fans who picked their guy over my boy in 2000.. 17-2, F3:17, F2:37, F3:24.. just cause your from south doesnt guarantee a state championship.. great wrestling as a whole, but there are other individuals out there.. good luck to the rest of the state in feb.
December 30, 2002
From: Colt Wrestler 1
comments: I heard that Matt Deligatti from Fairmont Senior dislocated his shoulder during a match at the Wheeling Park Duals and continued wrestling. That takes alot of heart, to get injured and still compete. I guess he really wants to be in the mix come late Feb. Look for him and crosstown foe Brandon Geary go at it very soon at the Winners Choice. I want to also wish my team good luck in the dual against Bridgeport, I look for this to become a big rivalry in the area.
December 30, 2002
From: mr no it all
comments: the STATE CHAMPS what and see what im telling you
275 who cares anyone could win that a 103 could
215 Pete Hashman hands down
189 Trampas Efaw
171 Ray Burge
160 Shane Smith
152 Jeff Morris
145 Eric Metz
140 Matt Dye
135 Joey Lobis
130 Derek Scarboro
125 Casey Biddle
119 Daniel Whiteman
112 Matt Morris
and the big guys 103 Robert Rash
December 30, 2002
From: Jason
comments: Does anyone have any predictions for AAA 215 and 275?
December 30, 2002
comments: to question asker
I think Charlie Thomas from Hoover, and also Clendenin, which did not even have a team was an example of a dedicated wrestler.
He traveled where-ever he could could get a match and also traveld as far as Sissonville to get to practice as a middle school student.
December 30, 2002
From: to fan commenting on poor sportsmanship
comments: For one, I think I was at the same place. I was watching that match closely, and the reason for that wrestler being that way was because the fans of the opposing team was mouthing him on the mat. Number two, at least put where you are from. Because if I am at the same place you are, the team that was such poor sportsman, dominated the tourny. So, it sounds like a sore loser to those who are on the outside looking in, instead of a concerned spectator.
Editor's note: Well, the fan did put what event was in question, but I edited all that out. I guess it will be forever a mystery....
December 30, 2002
From: Tex
comments: I would like to send a congrats to the Point Pleasant team for their win over Roane, Calhoun, and Grafton at the Roane Quad this past weekend! From what I hear, Point lost a starter due to injury late in the day, and another due to weight problems for all day. I know that the heavy weights were right there to give the team some well-needed points in the match against Calhoun.
December 29, 2002
From: Jordan
comments: Here are some of my new predictions
152 145
1.Jeff Morris(Cal) 1.Steve Flowers(OG)
2.Devin Bosley(Frank) 2.Eric Metz(Cal)
3.Matt Wharton(OG) 3.Dustin Miller(Wirt)
4.Casey Hughes(Cam) 4.Nott(Point)
5.Alan Tracewell(WIll) 5.Sam Dennis(Ravens)
6.Kevin Efaw(Graf)
7.JR Morris(H.Hoover) 130
8.Joey Adkins(Clay) 1.Derek Scarbro(Shady)
2.Brain Mills(Indy
140 3.Jeremy Smith(Wirt)
1.Matt Dye(Wirt) 4.Dankovchik(Weir)
2.Ryan Elder(Will) 5.Anthony Dimarco(Will)
3.Duncan(Point) 6.McCoy(Point)
4.Ian Whittington(OG)
5.Paul Goodrich(Cal)
6.Lance Hines(Brax)
December 29, 2002
From: South Wrestling Fan
comments: Can anyone tell me why there are not any scores for Nitro High listed on this web page? I think one of the toughest weight classes looks to be 112 with the likes of Shyver, Turnbull, Easter, Cappas and Osuna Cotto doing battle with each other. Should be fun to watch!
December 29, 2002
comments: predictions at 145 AAA would be nice everyone seems to be skipping that weight class.
December 29, 2002
comments: Here is a message to the everyone on the forum about everything wrote on here, WHO CARES!!!!!!!!
December 29, 2002
comments: i agree that at the 2001 state tourney 171 was def. a tough class. My vote would go to 152 though, with Adam Schindler(Rip), Mike Staley(HH), Nathan Pickend(PS), Andre McDonald(Jef), and Rick Hickman(NM) rounding out the top 5. That's a tough top five to beat.
December 29, 2002
From: just a guess
comments: predictions for 135
1st.....matt howrylak(win)
2nd.....joey lobis(rit)
3rd.....myers (frank)
4th.....mcintosh(og)
5th.....scarboro(ss)
6th.....hughes(cam)/mccoy(wir)
(depends on bracket)
December 29, 2002
From: wrestleifucan
comments: who do u believe will make states in 103, 112, and 135? what's the hardest wieghtclass besides 152?to answer a question asked earlier i believe matt howrylak of winfield and cummings of calhoun are just 2 unnoticed wrestlers with alot of potential and skill. cummings is giving up 10 pounds and still dominating most of his matches and the matches he has lost is due to pins in which most cases is due to wieght. well im out , happy new years and get ready for the nitro tourny for those who are going cause i believe this is one of its harder years there!!!!
December 29, 2002
comments: The predictions for 112-Turnbull 119-Rader 125-Grogg 130-Easter 135-Shaw 140-Smith Bet the House!!!!!!! Pencil those in!!
December 29, 2002
comments: Lodge of North Marion decisioned Cooper of Ripley 2-0.
December 29, 2002
From: J-Bird
comments: Congrads. Boyz we did it....We beat Calhoun head to head 39-33....why to pull through guyz we wrestled tough all day yesterday. Nick Duncan 3-0....Nick Russell 3-0....Daniel Tench 3-0 and Heath Shirley 3-0. We are #3 in the state now boyz....Coach told us that Williamstown might be @ JCI's #2 in the state... I say lets get in and get after
December 29, 2002
comments: I have a question if you are in the state finals in the state tournment. The new weigh in rule will you have to weigh in that moning of March 1 or will you have to weigh in 2 hours before the finals?
December 29, 2002
From: midland dad
comments: If anyone knows where I can go to find the 103lb rankings
for WV please let me know.
December 29, 2002
comments: Does anyone have predictions for 145 AA?
December 29, 2002
comments: jordan, very good predictions for 135 weight class, Drew Myers should be first.
December 29, 2002
From: wvu fan
comments: wondering why anthony regalbuto was @174 instead of jones @ midlands why didnt jones wrestle also where was 133 laur @
December 29, 2002
From: wv wrestling fan
comments: Who won between Cooper of Ripley and Lodge of North Marion? What are the AAA predictions for 112,119,125,and 130 ? Thanks.
December 29, 2002
From: Woodrow man
comments: Noticed the post on Duncan from Point Pleasant. I agree he should be ranked 1st or 2nd at 140 AA. He was beating Ray from Huntington High at Red Dragon Duals 4-0 late in the 3rd period when he slipped and got caught in a cradle and was pinned. He also decisioned Wilson from Woodrow 2-1. He is a tough competitor and will definately be in the mix to win it all.
December 29, 2002
comments: Yea Biddle did dominat Allen and ever match with Allen and Ashely have been tight. I think that would be reason enough to take him over Ashley.
December 29, 2002
From: To: Doc
comments: For informational purposes, are the "WV Mat Team Polls" based on duals or tournament competition?
Editor's note: At this point, a little of both. They are based on the best information which is available to us. As the season goes on and more tournaments are held, the poll will become increasingly based on tournament performance.
December 29, 2002
From: fan
comments: I went to a wrestling match and I have never seen such bad sportsmanship from one team in all the years that I have been attending wrestling. They threw punches and they mouthed and even one kid left the mat and wouldnt even let the ref hold his hand up until his coach made him go over there, and let the ref raise his hand. I didnt notice all of it because I was watching my sons team wrestle but I knew there were going to be some good match ups. It was bad to see kids act like that and it probably embarassed their coach.
December 29, 2002
From: Wrestling fan
comments: If anyone is interested in the results of the Powerade Tournament
in Washington, Pa., go to http://www.wrestlingreport.com/powerade
As of now, Parkersburg High is in third place with the following
placers:
103 Jake Hays - 4th
112 Robert Shyver - in the finals with match still to be held
119 Brandon Rader - 4th
130 Chance Litton - 5th
135 Derek Knapp - 6th
215 Lou Thomas - 1st
Hwt Ryan Dearman - 2nd
Go to 2002 tournament and click complete results. It is a very
nice web site with stats on the individual wrestlers and teams.
December 29, 2002
From: question asker
comments: i would like to know all of your opinions on who you think is the best un-noticed wrestler you have seen and the only reason that really keeps these people from being un- noticed is the tuffness of there weightclass.... i will look forward to your opinions.
December 29, 2002
From: 160boy
comments: I think Matt Howrylak Of Winfield should be ranked #1 in the 135 weight class!!!
December 29, 2002
From: lc
comments: I think that there is someone being overlooked in the 125 weight class who happens to be from the school I go to in Tyler County. His name is Alex Northcraft. He is one of our best wrestlers, yet doesn't get any respect. He has only been beaten by two people: Bartrug from St. Mary's and a kid from Calhoun. He placed first in his weight class at our home tournament and is continuing to do great for his senior year. I bet he will even end up at states.
December 29, 2002
From: wirt fan
comments: Brandon Dye elected not to wrestle this year. WE miss him..
December 29, 2002
From: Tex
comments: No offense to any of the other 140's out there in the state, but I do not understand how you can possibly put Duncan of Point Pleasant four. If you were at the Point Pleasant tournament this past weekend, you would have seen a great match between Mitch Smith and Duncan. 7-3. It was 5-3 with about 10 seconds left. It was a great match where both wrestlers gave it everything they possibly could. That right there makes him better than four. Smith pinned everyone but Duncan, and Duncan pinned everyone but Smith. I would put Duncan at 1 or 2
December 29, 2002
From: Coach Stef
comments: I know one thing about those Braxton County Wrestlers mentioned
on the forum. They'll never walk on the mat without giving
100% heart and soul. They are winners and I'm also looking
forward to the State Tournament.
December 29, 2002
From: J-Bird
comments: how come there hasn't been ne predictions for 130 AA.. i would like to know what people have has there top 6 in state.....thanks
December 29, 2002
From: dg
comments: For Jordan: At 125 Biddle better than Ashley? You're kidding.
December 29, 2002
From: Nitro Mom
comments: Yes Matt Easter has decided on Cornell.Because Matt is not only athletic but is also very intelligent he will be wrestling and studying medicine. Good Job Matty, I'm proud of you. To the Nitro wrestler who asked Santa for a State Championship, I hope you get it. All of you boys work so hard, you all deserve to win. Keep on fighting.
December 25, 2002
From: Jordan
comments: Thank You for the information here are some more prediction(my prediction is only based on how I believe the kids have done so far this year)
140 135
1.Matt Dye(Wirt) 1.Drew Myers(Frank)
2.Ryan Elder(Will) 2.Joey Lobis(Rit)
3.Ian Whittington(OG) 3.Sean McIntosh(OG)
4.Duncan(PP) 4.Matt Howrylak(Win)
5.Dale Everette(St.Marys) 5.Tim McCoy(Wirt)
6.Lance Hines(Brax) 6.Kelley Hughes(Cam)
125 119
1.Casey Biddle 1.Brandon Clark(B.Springs)
2.Justin Ashley 2.Daniel Whiteman(Hundred)
3.Daniel Allen(Wirt) 3.Bryan Snuffer(Indy)
4.Noah Oneil(Cam) 4.Jesse Biddle(Will)
5.Dustin Bartrug(St.Marys) 5.Perry Ellis(Wah)
6.Josh Davis(Shady)
112
1.Anthony Valles(Mad)
2.Matt Morris(Brax)
3.Justin Goneau(OG)
4.Josh Neal(Shady)
5.Shawn Snoberger(Frank)
December 25, 2002
From: dg
comments: Brewer opted for an early graduation and will graduate in the middle of the year. He did not wrestle because of that.
December 25, 2002
From: weir fan
comments: over the past few years weir wrestling has been in the slums but 02-03 is lookin pretty good so far. we should have some state placers at 130,135,145,152,171,and 275. not to be rude,but everyone that thinks weir wrestling is a joke should watch out this year cause we're comin back.
December 25, 2002
From: Jordan
comments: I have a question what happen to Brandon Dye of Wirt and Jared Brewer of Calhoun they were great competers and why are they not wrestling this year or are they hurt???? does anyone have informtion to this question?
December 25, 2002
From: Kanawha Valley Fan
comments: David Bonecutter from Pt. Pleasant is an excellent wrestler. Weese from St. Albans lost to him 7-3. Weese beat Morris from Hoover 11-1. After seeing all three wrestle, it is my "opinion" that Bonecutter and Weese are pretty even and both are a little better than Morris. That said, my opinion doesn't mean much because it's what happens on the mat that counts!
December 25, 2002
comments: You can throw #5 Ripley into the mix at Wheeling Park also.
December 25, 2002
From: Wver in Georgia
comments: In reply to the Atlanta based wrestling fan: I am a 1980 PSHS grad who has lived in Augusta, Georgia for the past 13 years. Thank god for this website, as it is the only way I have to keep up on high school wrestling back home.
To the editor: I am glad you have reinstituted the AAA & AA/A Wresting Poll this year. I missed it greatly last year. Also, is there any way you could post the state's high profile wrestlers' records as the regional and state tournaments come closer. The bad thing about living so far away, is it is hard to find out who the best wrestlers are in each weight class other than by reading the forum reader's predictions. Thanks.
Editor's note: Once we get a few tournaments done, we plan on coming up with some individual polls by weight class....
December 25, 2002
From: Curious fan
comments: I was just wondering why the results from the Fairmont Senior, Philip Barbour, Jefferson, and Oak Glen quad hasn't been posted yet. I was interested in some of the matchups and team scores. Thank You
December 25, 2002
From: Hedgesville wrestler
comments: I won't be making the trip this weekend....but this weeks match ups should be awesome
145-Hays(NM) Foltz(Hed)
152-Bliss(Brk) Lord(Hed)
171-Mayle(EF) Ammons(HED)
215-Geary(EF) Starsick(NM)
Good Luck to ALL the wrestlers going to wheeling this weekend and GOOD LUCK especially to Hedgesville
December 25, 2002
From: Pete
comments: to EF Fan: i have been hearing a rumor that greynolds will be moving down to 103. is this true? if so he will be tough to beat down there.
December 25, 2002
comments: To: WVer in Georgia
What part of Georgia are you in. I moved to atlanta from WV two years ago.
December 25, 2002
From: Nitro Wrestler
comments: Dear Santa... all I want for Christmas is to be a State Champion. That's why I don't mind practicing Christmas day with my team. Merry Christmas.
December 25, 2002
comments: My prediction for the aa 112 is Josh Neal from Shady Spring. Hes done great so far this year.
December 25, 2002
From: Clay Wrestling Fan
comments: For the Pridictor fawley got beat 2 times at webster. once by metz 2-0 and once by adkins of clay 12-3.
December 25, 2002
From: Yosemite Sam
comments: Congrats to both of our Parkersburg teams on representing the state well... Hats off to these two programs, no wonder they are the best in the state... You have to wrestle the best to be the best... Good luck this weekend at the Powerade Tournament and at Brecksville...
To Reddog... If the scores were correct, it was the same Justus from Grundy that defeated Nathan Pickens last year. I believe that the score was 10-9. Blane Mayle of East Fairmont did in fact beat Justus this weekend 16-6 at the WRAL in N.C.
The Wheeling Park Duals this weekend will showcase a few of AAA's top teams: #3 Brooke, #4 East Fairmont, #6 Hedgesville, #10 North Marion. There will be a few interesting matches if these teams were to meet head to head:
112-Greynolds(EF)vs Greiner(Brk)vs Shumate(NM)...
145-Hays(NM)vs Barnes(EF)vs Davis(Brk)...
152-Bliss(Brk)vs Lord(Hed)...
171-Ammons(Hed)vs Mayle(EF)...
215-Geary(EF)vs Starsick(NM)...
HWT-Jones(Hed)vs Valentine(EF)...
December 25, 2002
From: chief
comments: I have a prediction that MATT MORRIS from Braxton is going to take states at 112... he has got 3rd to many time, so he is going to step it up a knotch and win states this year. Make me right Matt and work hard!
December 25, 2002
From: rebel fan
comments: The rebels have few but are threat to place at the states as a team. Everybody is taking about predictions on classes. I think Swiger 189, lobis 135, wince 140, and boone 215 could a be a threat to people. Lobis and swiger are still undefeated,wince is not far behind. Boone should be back stronger than ever.
December 25, 2002
From: Stat
comments: Would someone please post some Nitro wrestling results? I promised a friend (and ex-Nitro wrestler) that is in Navy bootcamp that I would send him some results but I can't find any other than the Max Horz Tournament. Any results would be greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance!
December 25, 2002
From: yo yo yo
comments: to weight watcher: i wrestled 215 back in the 90's i dropped 20 lbs to get down there but i did wrestle one year as a heavyweight when i weighed 240 and a large portion of the wrestlers were fat. they are skilled but i find it more enjoyable to watch lighter guys because there is more action. i also played on a state champion football team and missed the first few weeks of wrestling and it never hurt me one bit. i'm just tired of people making excuses to why they aren't doing so well yet. thats why they need to deal with it suck it up and wrestle.
December 25, 2002
comments: You know i notice that the really good wrestlers in WV arent spoken of much on the Forum. They just wrestle and the people that know them have enough respect for them not to run there mouths on here. They dont have to pat themselves on the back for winning a match against someone who isnt going to place in state.
December 25, 2002
From: J-BIRD
comments: Does anybody have any predictions for 130 AA. I'm just curious to see what everybody has for the outcomes. Thanks and Have a Merry Christmas everybody.
December 25, 2002
From: AA Coach
comments: The Ravenswood Red Devils finished 14th out of 23 schools this past weekend. The Red Devils had two wrestlers place, Judd Billing the red devils 103 was champion, while Sam Dennis the devils 140 was 3rd. Billings dominated the field of 103's by pinning his way through the tournament.
December 25, 2002
From: Ex-Huskie Wrestler
comments: Everyone keep overlooking JR Morris...keep calling his win over bonecutter a fluke. That will just make it that much sweeter when he proves you all wrong. I'm not saying he's the best 152 in the state...but he's better than you give him credit for. You'll see
December 25, 2002
From: Woodrow man
comments: I noticed the Wv-Mat poll question about the new weigh in procedures and the responses. It is interesting that some don't like the new weigh in procedure. Is it possible that the wrestlers who are in favor, are wrestling at a comfortable weight near their optimal body fat percentage of 7 to 9 % and the wrestlers who are opposed to the rule are going beyond what is comfortable and due to dehydration of 3 to 5 lbs. (or more) before weigh-in find it difficult to make weight the 2nd day of an event ? If this is the case, then the new rule is having the effect that it was instituted for. If a wrestler is miserable and cannot make weight the 2nd day of a tournament he needs to be at a higher weight class. While in the past a wrestler dehydrating may have gained an unfair advantage over an opponent who is wrestling at his optimal body weight. He did this by dehydrating and then putting it back on after weigh-in that day and during the subsequent day or days of a tournament, in this way he could gain a weight advantage of 3 to 10 lbs. Staying in a dehydrated state for a long period of time srews up electrolights, your immune system and due to the fact that muscle is composed of a large percentage of water, the wrestler trying to stay at a weight he shouldn't be at is now at the disadvantage.
It's funny that at tournaments some teams constantly have kids with virus or flu like symptoms. They also in most cases have the kids who have lost the most weight. Coincidence, probably not, when your body has nothing to draw on to defend itself you get sick. The rule is a good one and while some will still try to go to far, it will benefit the sport of wrestling and those who abide by it in the end.
December 25, 2002
From: Braxton fan
comments: Congratulations to Andy Stewart on his 1st place finish and on his outstanding wrestler award this past weekend at the Webster dauls... GOOD LUCK the rest of the season to ALL the Braxton wrestlers!!!
December 25, 2002
From: EF Fan
comments: To Reddog-
yes its the same PJ Justice, he is currently ranked #1 in Va.
December 25, 2002
From: grafton fan
comments: Kyle Efaw is should be Kevin Efaw
December 25, 2002
From: wrestling fan
comments: Congratulations to Brandon Rader (5th), Robert Shyver (6th) and Derrick Knapp (8th) of PHS for placing at the Beast of the East tournament this past weekend in DE. Also to Brian Williamson and Lou Thomas one match away from placing. PHS had a 16th place finish as a team. Way to Go Parkersburg!!!!
December 25, 2002
From: 112 fan
comments: any comments or thoughts on the A/AA 112 wieght class? who do u think will place in this wieght class , what about 135? does anyone think anthony valles will repeat or get shutdown?my comment is that i believe justin gonneau is over rated and that snuffer will eventually drop down to 112 and put on a show. thanx for any comments or rankings. merry x-mas!!!!
December 25, 2002
question: How many pounds are given in January?
December 25, 2002
From: HILLMAN
comments: Why don't we leave Matt Easter and Shane Grogg alone. They have enough pressure on their shoulders. Both are great wrestelers and have earned everyone's respect in many states.
December 23, 2002
From: Matt Fann
comments: Does anyone know how Ravenswood did at the virginia tournament this past weekend?
December 23, 2002
comments: Though Ritchie County has only 6 wrestlers, four should place in the State Tournament and at least one if not three very well may take it all!
December 23, 2002
From: WVer in Georgia
comments: To the person who asked where to find the Beast of the East Tournament results. Go to the "other links" found on the WVMat homepage and click on "Wrestling USA Magazine". The tournament results can be found there. FYI, Parkersburg High finished 16th out of 81 teams. Placers were 112-Shyver 6th, 119-Rader 5th, 135-Knapp 8th, and 215-Thomas 10th. Not bad considering 7 of the top 13 ranked high schools competed in this tournament, including #1, #2, and #3 ranked teams. Although I am an old graduate of Parkersburg South, I still like seeing the other P-burg school excel and bring a good name to my hometown.
December 23, 2002
comments: Is the Team poll a coaches poll or just this web sights poll?
Editor's note: This is a website poll, and NOT the Coaches poll. I have resisted doing a WV-Mat poll all these years, but this year, I figured, what the hey.
December 23, 2002
From: Tex
comments: It is still too soon to know anything about this wrestling season. For one, it is only the second weekend. Number two, illness has been prevelant. I know a few teams have been hit hard with the flu and a stomach virus, costing their boys valuable losses. I would like to say good luck to everyone and I would like for everyone to have a Merry Christmas! Don't count anyone out yet...
December 23, 2002
From: Johnathan Bonecutter
comments: To the FAN and the person who would not put there name: Yes my brother was sick with the flu and yes Mankind I told him not to wrestle because he was sick and that he would not be at his best. But he wanted to help the team and yes he did wrestle. No it was not a fluke he got pinned, but he was not at his best. At the begining of the match he took a shot, picked morris up and put him on his back, 5-0....then morris based up and got the escape, 5-1 ....end of period....then dave took bottom and got put on his back and pinned.....Morris won the match.....but i can promise you next time they wrestle he will be at 100% I will personnaly make sure of that!!! So how bout you all keep your little comments to yourself. Thank YOU! Ohh yeah this past weekend when dave was healthy....he beat Weese of St. Albans 7-3...which I believe Morris lost to 9-2..... hmmmm....
December 23, 2002
From: ??
comments: I was wanting to know if matt easter is seriously already commited to Cornell University to wrestle??
December 23, 2002
From: sup
comments: to answer bigdog, crookshanks pinned lowe in the 1st period.
i was looking at some of the predictions for 189 lbs. and jacob mccoy is ranked like 5th and 6th...wirt's 171 lb. chris miller dec him 5-4 in exhibition at the wirt, herbert hoover duel...just thought i'd inform ya'll.
December 23, 2002
From: WHJ1962
comments: I watched Belpre High School Wrestle these pass two weekends and I would like to say I'm impressed. They finsihed 2nd in two tournaments behind St. Mary's in both of them, even though they gave up two and three weight classes which would of helped them win. Belpres freshman impressed me with Reyes not losing in any of the two tourneys and cole and joy putting out impressive efforts. Cole finished 2nd last week and Joy went 3-2 wrestling 8 pds up. But look for the seniors Gibson Randolph and Eaton to carry the Eagles to a TVC win and watch out for Reyes as well.
December 23, 2002
comments: what are everyones predictions for class a/aa and aaa 112 pounds?
December 23, 2002
comments: 2001 AAA State tournament, 171 lbs was definately the toughest weight class. Look at the top 4 in that weight class. Jeff Courtney, Matt Miller, Chris Daggett, Lou Thomas....5 and 6 were also two excellent wrestlers,Ray Linger and Joey Joplin. Linger should place very high this year. Had Joplin not been a senior he would have placed high the next year, he was just in a tough weight his sr year. Anyways, looking at the caliber of all those wrestlers, that was indeed the toughest weight class
December 23, 2002
From: Wonderer
comments: I was just wondering after seeing the top 10 polls AAA&AA/A in the High school ranks. What were the top 10 jr. / middle schools who has good feeder programs. Anyone know who the top 10 middle schools in the state are?
December 23, 2002
From: calhoun watcher
comments: I dont see why everyone is predicting Wharton to win the states at 152....and why everyone is predicting Metz lower...Metz did beat Wharton last year in states....so, we will just have to wait and see the outcome
December 23, 2002
comments: Yes that is true that Shane Grogg did beat Matt Easter but the very nexted week Matt beat Shane
December 23, 2002
From: Jenny Sullivan
email: ">sullivj2@ohio.edu
comments: Anthony Valles placed 2nd at 112 in the Irish Invitational on December 7.
December 23, 2002
comments: Does anyone know if Matt Delligatti will be back from his shoulder injury?
December 23, 2002
From: Reddog
comments: Is the Justice from Grundy that Mayle beat 16-1, the same one that defeated Nathan Pickens last year at the South Quad at 160????
December 23, 2002
From: Just interested
comments: Can anyone post the Rod Oldham tournament results?
December 23, 2002
From: ?
comments: does anybody have any predictions for the A-AA 145lb weight class
December 23, 2002
From: Jordan
comments: Here are some more of my predictions:
152 160
1.Devin Bosely(Frank) 1.Shane Smith(Will)
2.Eric Metz(Cal) 2.Andy Stewart(Brax)
3.Matt Wharton(OG) 3.Jeff Morris(Cal)
4.Casey Hughes(Cam) 4.Matt Mason(B.Springs)
5.Bryan Fawley(Webster) 5.Railing(OG)
6.Alan Tracewell(Will)
171
1.Ray Burge(Cal)
2.Mark Smith(G.West)
3.Chris Miller(Wirt)
4.Jamie Moore(B.Springs)
5.Lee Lauderman(Will)
Good Luck to all wrestlers and MERRY X-MAS!!!!!!!!!!!
December 23, 2002
From: coach
comments: Valles is 112 lbs. I spoke with his coach this past weekend.
December 23, 2002
From: To like to know
comments: It is difficult to answer your question without knowing the specific facts of the match, however, I witnessed an interesting match Saturday at South Parkersburg youth tournament. In a 13-15 consilation finals match, the wrestler who took bottom was repeatedly attempting to perform an excape from the stand-up position. He was getting little back pressure and each time was being driven out of bounds. The top man was doing the proper move, but the bottom man "thought" he was being done wrong. The ref made the proper call, however the bottom man was frustrated and ended up being pinned, then the ref took one team point away from the bottom mans team point standings for unsportmanlike conduct(also the proper call). In this case, the action went off the mat, but even though one wrestler thought it was illegal, it was not. The refs that I have witnessed over the years do an excellant job controlling matches like this and this was no different. Hope this example helps answer your question.
December 23, 2002
From: fan of Ernie aka Hunt
comments: This is only Hunts 2nd year of wrestling!! Last year when he lost to Boone for Ritchie County, it was only his 6th tourn. of the year! I feel that Hunt will only improve with time, he gets better every time I see him walk on to the mat!!!
December 23, 2002
From: JUSTTHEFACTS
comments: Matt Easter won his first state championship as a Freshman at 103#. That same year, Shane Grogg was a ninth grader in the Wood County school system and unable to even compete in the high school state tournament. The week following the high school state tournament there was a Eastern National qualifier held where Grogg did beat Easter. This match meant a lot to Grogg as he was able to show everyone that he, too, was one of the top wrestlers in West Virginia. These results are posted in the scores section(March 18, 2000) under MAWA Parkersburg.
December 23, 2002
From: weight watcher
comments: to "yo yo yo'.........you must be a lightweight ! you must be an undefeated monster. cut me a break. everything you don't agree with you want people to "deal with it". first off i am 47 years old and not 'whining' about wt classes. i would like to see evenly matched heavyweights. there are alot more boys wrestling than there have been in the past and there is room for another wt. class. i like the big guys! i have also worked, no WORKED, my butt off to make successful wrestling programs and super tournaments. this forum is the place to offer opinions and suggestions. if you disagree......simply state your opinion or offer up some facts. if you have paid attention to the 215 or 275 wt. class you may notice that these guys are not just FAT, they are (for the most part) skilled, strong, and fearless. as for playing football......different muscle groups are developed and you're doing nothing special.....more than half of our high school team also played football and you don't hear them complain......they just work hard..they are good atheletes. dude .... what is your wt. class and name so i can watch you place and win in the wheeling duals, OVAC's, and states. you must be very special !
December 22, 2002
From: Jim LeMaster
comments: I would like to take time to thank all the good folks at Point Pleasant who put together the Pool Duals event this past weekend. This is a gargantuan effort and involves a lot of people working very hard. The wrestlers in our area owe a debt of thanks for allowing us to get ten matches in 2 days. As far as I can tell, we wrestled somewhere over 1250 matches in 2 evenings. Not only that but the high schools did the same. Although the event lasted a long time it was smoothly and efficiently run. Everything was top notch from the awards to the food! Let me say that this is one coach that is 100% in favor of bout numbers and a Medina board at more events. It was wonderful - I don't think a kid missed a match all weekend - and no announcer droning on and on. The mix of middle schools and Jr. High / Freshman teams provided us with some tough competition and helped us get ready for WSAZ later in the year. Perhaps one of the best parts was that we coaches were provided with a complete set of results to use for stats and future seeding. Milton was fortunate enough to win the event but I'm sure the last place teams coach would have the same comments. I heard nothing but praise from all I talked to, parents, wrestlers, coaches and fans. Also a word to the refs - you guys also did a great job especially near the end of the tournament when the feature matches of the tournament were on the line and you had to be in a near zombie state from exhaustion.
One last word to my team - thanks for the maximum effort, both at the event and in the practice room. "The sacrifices are great but so are the rewards." - B. Bryant
Remember those wrestling over Christmas break in your prayers to keep them safe from injury.
Happy Holidays to all and to all a good night.
JL
December 22, 2002
From: EF Fan
comments: Congrats to EF on their 1st place finish in the 32 team WRAL tournament in Raleigh NC, Champions included Chris Greynolds at 112, Blane Mayle at 171 (defeated ranked PJ Justice of Grundy Va. 16-6 in semis, and TF SC state champion in finals), Brandon Geary at 215 (defeated NC state champion in Finals), Ben Geary lost a hard fought match in the finals to ranked NC State champion Burns), Robert Barnes placed 4th at 145 and Jesse Valentine 6th at HWT.
December 22, 2002
comments: TO THE GREAT PREDICTOR: your crazy if u think morris over bonecutter is a fluke.. but i guess we will see when they meet again.. And to the DOCTOR.. making the excuse bonecutter lost because he was sick, he is a wrestler not a basketball player.. I say keep it in the office and off the MAT!!
December 22, 2002
From: Big Dog
comments: AA/A Comments: (1) Good point about Ritchie from Boone beating Hunt from Hundred; (2) I see Hunt took 4th at Tyler this weekend. Who beat him? I'm guessing Hashman was one of them; (3) I don't know how you can rank Anderson from Hoover when he hasn't wrestled a match yet -- has he? (exhibitions don't count)Seems like Bishop from Hoover is doing pretty well though; (4) My guess is Potts wasn't varsity last year at Oak Glenn because you had a two-time state champion (Hebrock) at 189 and, assuming Potts was lighter last year, you had a three-time state champion at 171 (Stickles). So where was he going to fit in?!?; (5) How bad did Fegal beat Loar in the finals of Tyler? and (6) Who won between Lowe and Crookshanks???
December 22, 2002
From: riverside wrestler
comments: its a sad day indeed with riverside high school losing wrestlers like it is: lost chris raines (275) to a elbow dislocation, lost daniel parks (135) who was an up and coming future state champion, and thats all they lost so far but be careful people accidents can happen.....
December 22, 2002
comments: Why is everyone thinking 152lbs is that great of weight class, It is no better then any other weight class. Its not like there are 4 state champs in that weight class. Heck right now AA-A 125 has 2 state champs and a state runner up but no one as said anything about that.
December 22, 2002
From: Mankind
comments: yes D. Bonecutter's only lose was a pin by Morris, but scores don't always tell the whole story. there are circumstances in this match. Bonecutter along with half his teamates had become sick with a virus. from what I'M told Bonecutter was asked not to wrestle but wanted to help the team. so he tried but was only 50%.but that was enough to put Morris on his back and was leading 5-0 when HE got sick again. but hey Morris won, can't wait to see them at W.S.A.Z. if I know Bonecutter He will be ready this time. yes I am going to W.S.A.Z. by the way where is it held in Huntington ?
December 22, 2002
comments: Matt Easter has been accepted into Cornell University, Ithica, NY. He will be wrestling for coach Rob Koll.
December 22, 2002
From: gwhs-fan
comments: does anyone have any predictions for aa/a 160 pound weight class?
December 22, 2002
From: fan
comments: Clark is wrestling at 119 once agian for the fourth year. unbeleiveable! i watch him at point pleasent this weekend and he's doing good. went 10-0 with 8 pins he's 13-2 on the season. Josh clark is also back at 189 and beating everyone he's 14-0. this is a pair to watch this season
December 22, 2002
From: Delmas Barker
comments: Mineral Wells Wrestling has a website now. Be patient since the site is under construction. The site is www.eteamz.com/mineralwellswrestling.
By the way, kudos to South Parkersburg Wrestling on the Rod Oldham Youth Tournament they ran on Dec. 21. The bout system worked great at the youth tournament and the competition was great.
December 22, 2002
From: grappler fan
comments: Can anyone tell me how to find the results from The Beast of the East tourney? I've been trying all day long and it says the site is down. Thanks for any help.
December 22, 2002
From: Close Watch
comments: Great job Andrew Starsick on your win over Thomas. You've been wanting him since last year, now your taking what is yours. good Luck the rest of the season.
December 22, 2002
From: FAN
comments: David Bonecutters only loss this season was a pin by JR Morris
AA/A
1. Matt Wharton (OG)
2. Devin Bosley (Frnk)
3. Casey Hughes (Cam)
4. Eric Metz (Cal)
5. JR Morris (HH)
6. Alan Tracewell (Will)
7. David Bonecutter (PP)
8. Kyle Efaw (Graf)
December 22, 2002
From: The Editor:
Can someone send me Ohio Junior High weight classes?? When I get time, I'll make a "submit scores" page for Ohio weight classes.......
December 22, 2002
From: like to know
comments: what should a ref do when a wrestler gets shoved clear off the mat after the whistle has blown
December 22, 2002
From: wv wrestler
comments: where is anthony valles wrestling at this year because i've looked at the updates and scores and he wasn't listed on madonna's team, it said they forfieted the 103 and 112 wieght class? if anyone has any info on this please post it and does anyone have any info on pumphrey of point pleasant , these are 2 matches im looking forward to but i don't even know if i get to wrestle valles. thanx , good luck and merry christmas to all the wrestlers out there it's been a heck of an early season.
December 22, 2002
comments: I also think that Cody Potts of Oak Glen should be watched. He is a very good wrestler. He was varsity material as a freshmean and why he wasn't on varsity last year I do not know why. I predict him to be in the top 3 at states. Good Luck to all the wrestlers and Coach Shaw of Oak Glen!! I can't wait until Jan 4 I believe it is for the Parkersburg South vs Oak Glen match up, it should be another exciting dual.
December 22, 2002
comments: It's seems that most predictions are listing Hunt (Hun) in front of Boone (Rit) and certainly these predictions are not wrong or right until the state tournament is over. However I would like to remind everyone that Boone beat Hunt 8-6 last year for 7th at winners choice. In fact Boone only lost to Whitehill 3-2 at the state quarterfinals. I have seen him wrestle yet this year but am looking forward to it.
December 22, 2002
From: The Great Pridictor
comments: Here are the AA/A wrestling Rankings for the so called "toughest" weight class in the state. (152)
1. Devin Bosley (Frankfort) - 3rd at Max Horz, come out of no where and will it all.
2. Matt Wharton (Oak Glen) - 4th at Brooke Classic - Oak Glen always sends people to the finals.
3. Casey Hughes (Cameron) - 5th at Max Horz, former state champ with come back after a 6th plce finish last year.
4. David Bonecutter (Point Pleasant) - 1st at Olympic Pool Tourny, only loss was a fluke.
5. Alen Tracewell (Williamstown) - Good Athlete, has not really been tested yet this year, but moving up a lot of weight from last year.
6. Eric Metz (Calhoun) - tough kid, but will not be a dominate contender in this weight class.
7. Bryan Fawley (Webster) - only lose to metz (2-0),
8. JR Morris (Herbert Hoover) - went 3-0 this past weekend,
December 22, 2002
From: Dr. Harry Manfididi (MD)
comments: First off, yes i am a doctor! Second off, I would like to say that I believe that what I am hearing is most deffinatly true that 152 is a hard weight class, and yes Riverside fan Tucker and Weese both do deserve consideration in the rankings....
I would also like to say hey to my friends Harry Dunn and Lloyd Christmas......see ya at Fairmont Boys......here we go
AAA
1. Danny Lord (Hed)
2. Phil Bliss (Brooke)
3. Darren Hays (NM)
4. Josh Evans (WW)
5. Justin Hawes (Jeff)
6. Issac Myers (Hunt)
7. Josh Tucker (Riv)
8. Travis Weese (SA)
AA/A
1. Matt Wharton (OG)
2. Devin Bosley (Frnk)
3. Casey Hughes (Cam)
4. Alan Tracewell (Will)
5. Eric Metz (Cal)
6. David Bonecutter (PP)
7. JR Morris (HH)
8. Kyle Efaw (Graf)
December 22, 2002
comments: To: RHSMom
It is Derek Stover that wrestles for Ripley at 152.
December 22, 2002
From: Dean Moore
comments: Coach LeMaster, I do understand ,now that you have clarified ,the limited space you have and the safty issue. I meant no dis-respect. Everyone have a Safe and Happy Holidays!!
December 22, 2002
From: David Jeffrey
email: uspf@netassoc.net
comments: I would like to congratulate the Wood Co Rec folks on a great job on using the bout system at the Rod Oldham Tourney. The tourney went very smooth and I was impressed with the organization of the meet. The South Pburg team was very hospitable. Good job Dan Lass on encouraging your group to use the system. I know the MW group were the first and laid some good ground work in getting the kinks out. Hope everyone has a great holiday. DJ
December 22, 2002
From: Fan
comments: Any predictions for 119 A/AA this year?
I know Whiteman beat Bartrug with a 6-3 decision at the T.C. tourn. Does anybody know how Clark is doing this year or even what he is wrestling?
December 22, 2002
comments: I think that Cody Potts of Oak Glen should be considered in some of the predictions for the 189 pound AA weight class. This kid is lookin great as a Sophomore in Oak Glens lineup, and you all know that he'll get better through out the season since OGs program demands perfection. Potts lost to Geary (EF) at the Brooke Classic by the score of 6-5. The score was tied 5-5 going into the 3rd period and Potts let Geary up, but couldn't get the takedown.
December 22, 2002
From: jordan
comments: As i seen on the forum some prediction of 189,215,and 275 and I wanted to come up with my own pics.
189 215
1.Josh Clark(B. Springs) 1.Pete Hashman(St. Marys)
2.Chad Tincher(G. West) 2.Bill Whitehill(Oak Glen)
3.Trampus Efaw(Grafton) 3.Hunt(Hundred)
4.Robert Ward(Indy) 4.Travis Boone(Ritchie)
5.Jacob McCoy(H. Hoover) 5.Keener(Grafton)
275
1.Patrick McGillan(Oak Glen)
2.Anderson(H.Hoover)
3.Andy Fegal(Weir)
4.Maynor Crookshanks(G. West)
5.Lincoln Harris(Liberty)
6.Jacob Lowe(Wirt)
Good luck to all wrestler and i will have more predictions on here later
December 22, 2002
From: bc
comments: congrats to Williamstown, winning all three matches at your super quad.Is anybody going to beat Casey Biddle, or Shane Smith this year in A-AA? Jesse your looking like you have stepped it up a notch. Chad your doing great job with the little amount of mat experience you had last year behind Tyler Westbrook. You will do real good the rest of the year and next if you keep working hard. If you guys gel as a team, you will be unstopable everyone looked great,Craig you WILL be a stater. Scott,Anthony,Ryan, Lee,Alan,J.D.,Dustin,Nathanial,Nathan, it takes every one of you guys to make a run for the state. Keep your heads up. I will be watching all your matches. LATER
December 22, 2002
From: dg
comments: Burge weighs about 169-170. He has been wrestling up as has a bunch of Calhoun wrestlers. He will be at 171 when it starts counting.
December 22, 2002
comments: gustines is still at 140 and hawes is at 152. gustines wasnt in the penn manor results because he didnt place.
December 22, 2002
comments: codie is still the same size as last year. i dont know why everyone is assuming he's at 152? he'll be right there in the finals at 140 once again. codie good luck against mitch at winners choice. CODIE=140 NOT 152
December 22, 2002
From: Coach Stef
email: bsmontgomery@myserver-wv.net
comments: I agree with Coach Moore and Coach LeMasters that it is very
difficult to cut kids in middle school wrestling and I hate that
in some instances it has to happen. Braxton County Middle School
has 800+ students with 50-60 going out for wrestling. With only
x amount of mat space available for kids to wrestle and x amount
of cafeteria space to put down the mats (while the "other winter
sport" occupies the gym) it is virtually impossible to safely
insure practice time with 60 kids. As a teacher/coach who does
not believe in cutting any student/athlete from any sport, I have
found that sometimes we have no choice. With the addition of 6th
graders, which I applaud, our numbers have increased each year.
I also coach track and I'm happy to say that we make no cuts. We
may have 75-90 student/athletes in our track program but we can
safely and effectively cover the numbers. On another note, I
applaud Braxton County Middle for requiring any volunteer coach
to attend the coaching certification workshop before they can be
approved as a volunteer coach. As a side note, one of the greates
"other sport" athletes of all time did not come into his own until
he was a junior in high school. Maybe Michael Jordan's coach did
not have enough practice space either.
December 22, 2002
From: fan
comments: Just a thought. What weight class from each AAA & AA do you think was the toughest in the past 5 years? Let's start with the '98 state tourny until now. Any takers?
December 22, 2002
From: Riverside Fan
comments: In response to a couple of posts- Smith from Ripley is one of the best wrestlers in WV, Stover from Ripley was beaten twice, once by Bonecutter from Pt. Pleasant and once by Weese from St. Albans. I still don't understand why Josh Tucker from Riverside at 7-1 doesn't finish 2nd or even get to wrestle Bonecutter. I think it would have been a pretty even match. Weese lost to Tucker 6-2 and Bonecutter 7-3 and beat Stover 17-8. One thing is for certain all four wrestlers deserve attention in the state rankings at 152 lbs. I want to congratulate all of the Riverside wrestlers on a very good job. Paul Carter 2nd and Derek Hastings 4th at 103, Dustin Kinser 3rd at 130, Derek Coutz 3rd at 140, Kris Lowery at 145, and David Wojo 3rd and T.J. Richards 4th at 275.
December 22, 2002
From: RHSMom
comments: I think that the Ripley Vikings showed everyone that there number 3 ranking is not a joke. The absolutly tore through the competition at the Point Pleasant Tournament this past weekend. Also great job to Mitch Smith, Ty Phalen, Josh Casto, Seth Phalen, Steve Sayre on there Individual championships. Bobby Cooper and Jason Stover on only losing to Clark -berkley spring and Bonecutter-point pleasant and getting 2nd. Once again Mitch smith shouwed why he is the best wretler in the state. Go Viks!
December 22, 2002
From: Point Pleasant Fan
comments: Congrats to Nick Russell (135) & David Bonecutter (152) on thier 1st place finishes at the Point Olympic Pool Tourny. Both wrestlers recovered from the flu from last weekend to win the championshis this weekend......Russell goes to 16-1 , while Bonecutter inproves to 12-1 on the year......also wrestling well was Nick Duncan (140) (2nd place, 7-3 lose to Mitch Smith of Ripley) and Cody Pumphrey (112)( 2nd place, lost by pin to Alex Step of Jackson Ohio), Jacob Carr (171) (2nd place, lose 11-7 to Steve Sayre of Ripley)........those are just a few name everyone wrestled well............Great Job Boys!!!
December 22, 2002
comments: To whoever wrote about Easter and Grogg being tied at one match each. That is incorrect. Grogg has never beaten Easter in a high school match. They have only wrestled once, but have been in the same class at states every year.
December 22, 2002
From: vengence189
comments: Congratulations Starsick on a job well done!Now show them what you can do in Hunnington!Again!!!!!
December 22, 2002
From: Dtheman
comments: NEWS FOR BIG DOG
I know that burges is wrestling 189 now but that is just to help out his team in the duels he will go back down to 171 he has aready made weight there
December 22, 2002
From: hedgesvillefanm
comments: Just want to congratulate the eagles on their fine performances at Berkeley Springs Inv. and the Berkeley Co. Championships. The eagles were able to take 4th place at the BSI with two starters out (Josh Grim, and Mike Mckinney) and three starters not making weight the 2nd day. Can't help but wonder what would have happened with a full lineup. Bradley Ammons finals match was very sweet even though Brad lost in the last few seconds he has shown remarkable improvement this season and hopefully this will continue. At the Berkeley Co. Championships a very impressive performance by the eagles dominating two rivals. Dustin Foltz showed great determination and perserverance in his match and is showing that he is improving with each match. And Josh Jones in his OT loss to Byrd from Martinsburg extremely good match. Jones you almost had him with the one throw but just went out of bounds. Keep working hard and see where it takes you. Want to wish good luck to Robert Jarrett. I have not heard officially why he is not coaching this year but I have heard rumors. Whatever the case may be you were a great asset to the kids and hopefully one day you will be back. If your out there reading this Rob hope things go okay and good luck and thanks for all you've given the program. Like to give credit where it's due to Mussleman and Martinsburg both teams looked pretty good at the BCC. Martinsburg has a # of forfeits but the kids they do have are doing well. The connor brothers have been looking especially good. People may need to watch out for these two come states time. Mussleman has some kids who are improving and coming along well. Kagle is doing a good job with this team and look for Mussleman to become a force on down the line. I saw a recent result of the match between Jefferson and Williamsport MD and it appears Codie Gustines is 140 with Hawes 145 and Corie at 152. My question where was Steve Reynolds and Artie Badger for this meet? If those two would have been there Jefferson would have won. And where has Davis been? With those three in the lineup Jefferson is looking extremely good. Anyway want to wish good luck to the eagles on there upcoming match a Wheeling Park I doubt I will be there as work may keep me here. But I will be watching for results on here. Want to wish everyone out there eagles and non eagles a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.
December 21, 2002
From: Big Dog
comments: After some (not as much as I'd like) research, here are my rankings for the 189-275 AA/A weight classes:
189
1 - Josh Clark (Berkeley Springs)
2 - Trampas Efaw (Grafton)
3 - Ray Burge (Calhoun)
4 - Chad Tingler (Greenbrier West)
5 - ????
6 - ????
215
1 - Pete Hashman (St. Marys)
2 - Bill Whitehill (Oak Glen)
3 - Hunt (Hundred)
4 - ????
5 - ????
6 - ????
275
1 - Andy Fegal (Weir)
2 - Maynor Crookshank (Greenbrier West)
3 - Jacob Lowe (Wirt)
4 - Patrick McGillian (Oak Glen)
5 - Lincoln Harrison (Liberty Raleigh)
6 - ????
I hate not having all six placers, but everytime I start to do this I run out of time. So I'll throw this out to the Forum and build on it...
December 21, 2002
From: just wondering
comments: i saw codie gustines listed as one of the top wrestlers at 152 AAA this year but when i looked at the only jefferson results posted(penn manor tourny) Hawes was wrestling at 152 and codie wasnt in the results... where are gustines and hawes wrestling?
December 21, 2002
From: yo yo yo
comments: To the people complaining about being out of shape cuz of football: deal with it. Its not like they are the only ones in the state who played football. I played football and wrestled and played in a state championship game and never missed a beat in wrestling. If anything it should help them be in shape more when their wrestling season begins. To all the heavyweights complaining about the big difference between 215 and 275 either lose weight or deal with it. MOst heavyweights could help themselves out by dropping down to 215 and becoming more healthy. Remember size doesn't matter in this sport.
December 21, 2002
From: dg
comments: To ???. When it comes to weights 145 and 152 that will not be decided until Shane Smith decides if he wants to wrestle at one of those two weights or if he will be at 160 or 171. When Smith lands where he wants to be then everything else will fall into place.
December 21, 2002
From: dg
comments: To rabid wrestler: I think you are overlooking Oak Glen. Until proven otherwise they are the team to be in AA-A.
December 21, 2002
comments: Who does everyone think will be the top six at AA heavyweight?
December 21, 2002
comments: Someone requested predictions for 189 AA: here you go.
Josh Clark (BS)
Ray Burge (Cal)
Trampus Efaw (Graf)
Robert Ward (Ind)
Chad Tincher (GW)
Jacob McCoy (HH)
December 21, 2002
comments: Just to "weigh in" (pun intended) on the AA-A heavyweight debate, McGillian did finish 2nd in this year's Brooke Classic. Losing only in the finals, 2-0, to the #1 seed from Cannon McMillan
December 21, 2002
comments: In response to the AA/A heavyweight picks. There is only one returning state place winner from last year and that is the heavyweight from weir. I think Patrick McGillian from Oak Glen should get some consideration considering that he wrestled mostly jv last year but when he did get his chance on varsity he beat the kid from weir 8-0 when McGillian only weighed 205. Since he is 250 now and beat the only remaining AA/A placewinner I think that makes him the frontrunner at states for heavyweight.
December 20, 2002
From: facts
comments: shane grogg and mat easter are tied at one apiece from 9-12 grade
December 20, 2002
From: rabid wrestler
comments: i have been keeping a close eye on the wirt county wrestling team. They appear to be very strong and have a good shot at the state title this year. They have a first year 103lb freshman who seems to have alot of talent. they also have many returning wrestlers including: sophomores tim mcCoy: juniors daniel allen; matt dye; dustin miller; jake lowe: and seniors jeremy smith; loren brainard; chris miller. i look forward to see all of them make it to the states this year.
December 20, 2002
From: ???
comments: does anybody have any predictions for the A-AA 145lb and 152lb weight classes. i know it is early in the season, but i would like to know who is in the mix.
December 20, 2002
From: Wrestling fan
comments: Congratulations to North Marion's Andrew Starsick on his win over Parkersburg's Lou Thomas.... knew he could do it... strong and wrestles unruffled.
December 20, 2002
comments: I do think there we are aloud for more then one person in this world to be named David Satterfield.
December 20, 2002
From: wrestling dad
comments: could someone please post the results from jr.high bni/scott brown memorial at independence dec.13&14, thanks
December 20, 2002
From: Wrestling Fan
comments: well it looks like 152 is the toughest weight class in AA and AAA this year.
Here are the tops in each class.
AA/A
1. Devin Boseley - Frankfort
2. Matt Wharton - Oak Glen
3. Eric Metz - Calhoun
4. Casey Hughes - Cameron
5. Alan Tracewell - Williamstown
6. JR Morris - Herbert Hoover
7. David Bonecutter - Point Pleasant
8. Kyle Efaw - Grafton
AAA
1. Danny Lord - Hedgesville
2. Phil Bliss - Brooke
3. Codie Gustines - Jefferson
4. Darren Hays - North Marion
5. Josh Evans - Woodrow Wilson
6. Issac Myers - Huntington
7. Mark Devalt - Morgantown
8. Gross - University
December 20, 2002
comments: I think south is looking great. Yeah, we're a little out of shape from football, but we always rise to the top. Good Luck boys!
December 19, 2002
From: OpenYourEyes
comments: I tend to agree with WoodrowMan re: Mitch Smith and Matt Easter as the best wrestlers pound for pound in the State currently, although I'd also through in Lord. Shane Grogg is an excellent wrestler and deserves congratulations, but I seem to remember him losing to Easter at States last year... or could I be mistaken? That fact is a strong commentary on the myoptic opinions a few northern WV fans share of themselves and their competition. Me thinks you boast too much. See ya' at States.
December 19, 2002
comments: Congratulations to Hedgesville Wrestlers for their win over Mart. and Musselman!!!at the Berkeley Co. Tournament last night.Wonderful job to our 2-0 Winners...Joe Shetler,Justin Zimmerman,Dustin Foltz,Troy Foltz,Danny Lord,Derrick Young,Brad Ammons,Mike McKinney,and Joe Smith! Josh Jones did a GREAT job against Bird from Martinsburg!Keep up the good work and keep giving it your all!BEST OF LUCK Dec.27&28 to you all! GREAT JOB Hedg. J.V.! You guys look good!
December 19, 2002
From: Brooke Parent
comments: Congratulations to the Brooke team for the Sweeping of the Quad at Magnolia. Great Job. Correct team member 112 was wrestled by Josh Greiner & 125 was wrestled by Jonathan McFarland. GREAT JOB GUYS!!!
December 19, 2002
From: compedge
email: tabethaf@elroynet.com
comments: great site for wrestling singlets and to post your own webpage
www.wrestlingwear.com
December 19, 2002
From: ratteaser
comments: i noticed a troubling fact..there is a dave satterfield wrestling for rc byrd!..he aslo coaches at ravenswood high..she he allowed to do both?..this is a two time state champ and he's back wrestling for another high school!?
December 19, 2002
comments: Does anyone know who the Head Coach for Bridgeport is? OR What Region they are in. Does anyone know if any of there wrestlers have prior experiance or if they all are new comers to the sport.
December 19, 2002
From: #1 Cougino
comments: Did the Geary brothers win Brooke?
December 19, 2002
From: JUSTTHEFACTS
comments: Whoa!!! I think I touched a nerve. I think that what Cael Sanderson did was amazing. He captured the heart of the wrestling world and had even casual wrestling fans routing for him to make history and he did. However, he is most certainly the exception to the "rule". He put himself in position to make history by wrestling any takers so to speak. I just thought it would be exciting to watch Mitch Smith at these incredibly tough tournaments. I have no doubt that Mitch would much more than hold his own with anyone in the nation. I also find it amazing that Mr. Smith is only a sophmore.
As for any athelete staying within their school district, that's an entirely different issue. That should be a individual family decision.....
Editor's note: I agree. Lets leave it at that.....
December 19, 2002
From: Woodrow man
comments:
MITCH SMITH-1st Cadet Nationals Freestyle
3rd Cadet Nationals Greco Roman
WV AAA State Champion as a Freshman
No losses to WV opponent at the Scholastic level in 3 years.
MATT EASTER- 3 time WV State Champion at the AAA level(going for his 4th).
These are your 2 best wrestlers pound for pound in the State of West Virginia and their records speak for themselves. They have beaten all of the others who people would like to place on the same level.
December 18, 2002
From: wrestling fan
comments: congratulation`s Nick Duncan on your 1st place win at St.Albans.
9-1 off to a good season, keep up the good work
December 18, 2002
From: Harry Dunn
comments: Thanks Lloyd, & sorry bout tha name thing-I forgot which one i was supposed to be. And to "Just The Facts" well i agree on some level with you, But NOT about being undefeated-THE BEST NCAA wrestler in history was undefeated thoughout his career 159-0
4x National Champ & 4x OW. He came from Iowa State, which has one of the toughest schedules in college-He beat the best that faced him year-in-year-out, never ran from anybody & took on all comers. Being undefeated is an amazing feat & should never be second guessed on any account, so give people who go Undefeated in any sport the RESPECT & HONOR they rightly deserve!
December 18, 2002
From: To Just the Facts
comments: I cant understand why anyone would want to do the whole transfer thing just to wrestle better competition. Personally, I would want to represent the school where I was from no matter what the competition is
December 18, 2002
From: Large Growler
comments: Shane Grogg for Parkersburg South pound for pound is surely the best wrestler in the state , watch for his National ranking. keep it up Shane. Smith from Ripley is very impressive.
December 18, 2002
comments: where was the other dye and chris miller for wirt county
December 18, 2002
comments: To: JUST THE FACTS
I'm not sure I agree with the coach who says that if you are undefeated you haven't wrestled anybody. In that case I guess Cael Sanderson wasn't the best. He was able to go his entire college career without losing so did he not wrestle anyone?
However, I do think it would be interesting to see Mitch Smith in some of the big tournaments- Reno, Ironman, Beast of the East, etc. He has wrestled in and won some of the toughest national tournaments and it would be interesting to see how he would do in those high school events.
December 18, 2002
comments: My perdictions for the class AA is in the top three Teincher, Mccoy, and believe it or not ward
December 18, 2002
comments: Would someone submit the results of the Independence Jr High Tournament from Dec 13-14. Thanks
December 18, 2002
comments: Rumor has it Cashdollar (171) from Oak Glen was injured in the Brooke Classic and is out for the year. Can anyone from OG confirm?
December 18, 2002
comments: It would be great if all scores, including individual match results, were posted on WV Mat. But they are not, so are there any other on-line sources, like newspapers, that contain individual match results?
Editor's note: Not that I know of, but if you come across any, let me know too.
Actually, we are off to a relatively good start this season getting scores in. Many thanks to all the coaches, fans, and statisticians who have submitted scores. This website is nothing without scores and results. Thanks to our friend Bruce Short for the Horz results.
December 18, 2002
From: A A
comments: If u have been reading the form lately than u have read that it has been said that I, or Jacob Lowe from Wirt County will win the states at heavyweight in class AA/A. This very well might be true... But there are alot of good wrestlers besides me and him that wrestle in the 275lbs class. There has also been some trashy talking going on between what looks like a Wirt County fan and a Hoover fan... I'm flattered, really, that it has been said that I will win the states. But i would like the trash talk to stop cause it is unneccessary. Its true that i did beat Lowe, but he had already wrestled a match that night and i hadn't. I just beat him on that day. Im not doubting myself that it can beat him again.. Or the next time he may beat me.. but that is why u wrestle, to see who wins. Maybe next time i will be on the losing side.. maybe not.. but it isnt me who wrote that in the forum and Im asking whoever it was to stop.. Thank You
December 18, 2002
From: 275
comments: How can you already say who is going to be state champ for this year this early in the season. As to the ones that are saying that Lowe(Wirt) and Anderson(H.Hoover) is going to win the AA/A 275 championship has no reason to predict that. This season has just started let the kids get some matches underneath them before we go predicting. But, for right now at this time Andy Fegal from Weir has to have the upper hand on the rest of the field he is the only returning state placer from 275 last year. Beside nobody know who all is out there Oak Glen has a tough Patrick McMillen which everyone knows that Oak Glen wrestlers are very tough and you know that Calhoun is going to have a very strong heavyweight this year the always do. Well good luck to all the wrestlers and do your best and let your action for you.
December 18, 2002
comments: I truely do not think Lowe of Wirt County will make it to the finals at heavyweight
December 18, 2002
From: JUSTTHEFACTS
comments: I, too, have all the respect in the world for Mitch Smith(Ripley). I believe that either he or Brandon Rader(Parkersburg) are the best wrestlers in WV. I, too, believe that Mitch may go undefeated, however I think that will be a shame. I was once told by a man that I believe to be the best wrestling coach in WV, at any level, that if you are undefeated, you haven't wrestled anybody. I understand that Mitch is a nineteen(I think) time national champ, but if he wrestled a tougher in-season high school schedule, he would most likely get his record blemished along the way. I think he uses the off-season to keep himself motivated and to push his skills to a higher level. I wish Mitch was in a position to represent WV at Reno, the Ironman, Beast of the East,etc.. With all the transfers of atheletes around the state, maybe Mitch will make it to these tournaments in the next year or two. Wouldn't that be fun.
December 18, 2002
From: Brooke Classic
comments: The reasont the Brooke Classic was held at Oak Glen is because Brooke's gym is undergoing a face lift right now, so they couldn't hold it there.
comments: the brooke classic was graciously held at oak glen because of the construction at brooke. the new athletic building which will house a new & larger gym, swimming pool, locker rooms, concession area, weight and training area, and wrestling room is not yet complete. the parking is also a mess at this time.
December 17, 2002
From: Jim LeMaster
comments: To Coach Moore,
I am one of those coaches who has to cut kids at tryouts. I hate it. This year I had over 50 kids come out and our space is 42 feet x 42 feet. This limits the number we can have due to safety. We have singlets, head gear and warmups for 30 kids which I raised the money for by selling lollipops before and after school. Most tournaments will NOT let you bring extra kids. I have entered two full teams wherever possible. (This sometimes costs the school $200.00 per week.) You must understand that we get little if any recognition or support for wrestling in this part of the state unless we do it ourselves. At the middle schools we are not allowed to have more than 1 asst. coach and no volunteers are allowed to work with the kids. A parent is not even allowed to time kids with a stop watch at track practice! Our county will not even allow us to award trophies to our kids who win the County Championship. There is no team trophy and no individual trophies. In the past parents have donated money and we had to award them in a church parking lot off of school property by car headlights after the event. Coaches were told we would no longer be allowed to coach if we gave them out at the tournament even if parents paid for them. Now that some Pee Wee programs are making progress in our area, I do not "cut" kids per se, I "refer them to Pee Wee." You see, sixth graders are also eligible in our county and a rotund 145 or 155 lb. sixth grader may be competing with a "minihulk - linebacker" 8th grader for a spot on the team and have to wrestle kids like Blennerhassett and Edison's ninth graders at WSAZ. The sixth graders can wrestle a year of Pee Wee and come back as a competitive seventh grader and most do.
Another problem is forfeits - some teams we compete against do not have full teams - why keep 4 or 5 95 lb'ers if they all just get forfeits? I agree with most of your sentiments but our situation is much different from yours. My son wrestled against Cougars and Patriots as well as the Wood County High schools in his career and I have seen first hand the quality of wrestlers you program turns out. You are to be applauded for your efforts. Our Pee Wee programs accept all comers as well and we greatly appreciate what they do to help build our teams. I wish we could get the whole state to become as "wrestling crazy." as your area. We are making progress - now it's a bigger deal to the kids to be on the wrestling team than on the basketball team at our school and some kids are choosing that route. Once we can expose them to the sport and hopefully get their hand raised a few times, they love it as all of us do. I hope this clarifies why we almost have to limit our numbers.
Happy Holidays,
Coach LeMaster
December 17, 2002
comments: thats funny that you think anderson pinned lowe at wirt " with ease" when lowe was winning the math 3-1 and out weighed lowe. the reason it was an exibition match was becouse anderson couldn't make weigh. he out weighed lowe by a good 50 pounds. just thought i would let you know. lowe will beat anderson at states rather its in the finals or first round
December 17, 2002
From: ratteaser
comments: congrats big reds on your ironman placers...you represented the school and state well!
December 17, 2002
From: #1 Cougino
comments: I spport the "Real Lloyd Christmas" Dont steal someones screen name, its just not right man!
December 17, 2002
From: weight watcher
comments: my comments are again regarding weight classes. the difference in wt. class's from 103 to 275 are as follows: 9,7,6,5,5,5,5,7,8,
11,18,26, and 60. in my opinion there needs to be a wt. class between 215 and 275. all those wrestling in the 103 to 215 brackets will disagree and those between 215 and 275 may agree.
i understand the numbers of kids in the lower brackets may warrant that many wt. brackets BUT i don't see very many 119's wrestling the 160 brackett; do you? that means a wrestlers weight does make a difference. if it didn't, most of you wouldn't work so hard at maintaing your weight to wrestle in a specific brackett. there are also some 220 studs that can do really well wrestling 275 but not too many. most lightweight wrestlers maintain a weight to qualify them for a brackett they can win.......that's a nice choice to have. 215 has turned into a great brackett to watch and the competition is formadable.
i, for one, would love to see a 240 or 250 brackett to put things on a more even keel. bigger guys would come out of the woodwork to wresstle in a more equal enviroment.
December 17, 2002
comments: Why does it say the Location of the Brooke Classic was at Oak Glen High School. Shouldnt the Brooke Classic be at Brooke High School??
December 17, 2002
From: 189pounder
comments: Are there any predictions for AA/A states at 189lbs????
December 17, 2002
From: Large Growler
comments: Check out the Freshmen at Parkersburg South, their coming on strong. Norman, Porter and Kelly. They did well at the Iron Man,
Norman (152) beat 2 top wrestlers New Jersey State Champion, and
2nd place Pennsylvania State Champion, only one win away from placing or possible ranking, before loosing out to No 7th Ranked..Kelly knocked off no 1 seat in the 1st round, Watch for Porter he is getting better and better. Porter will be a strong contender for WV State in Feb.
December 17, 2002
comments: I hope someone will submit the results from the RITCHIE CO. tournament this weekend. Those already on the site are incomplete. Thanks.
December 17, 2002
From: hill billy
comments: i would like to know about scotty boggs how is he doin? he is goin to be a great wrestler i just love watchin him.
December 17, 2002
From: old tymer 215
comments: can anyone post the phs results from the iron man, individual,and team,thank you
Editor's note: Check the link on the front page of the website...
December 17, 2002
From: RJR fan (HUNNINGTON HS.)
comments: Hunnington HS is comming to our Duel Tournament. It's in Winston-Salem NC. Are they any good? We got some of our states best teams here on saturday the 21st.
December 17, 2002
From: Weirton Fan
comments: All of us up north in the steel city want to congratulate both Parkersburg and Parkersburg South for the outstanding showing in the Ironman this weekend. It makes the whole state look good on a national level. Particular applause goes out to place-winners Robert Shysler, Shane Grogg (who finished ahead of nationally ranked Dustin Schlatter) Brandon Rader, Derrick Knapp, Bryce Pickens, Lou Thomas and Ryan Dearman. Way to go, guys!
December 17, 2002
comments: Results from Berkeley Springs:Dematha Catholic,Md.1st at 240.5 pts. Sherando Va. at 2nd with 201 pts. James Wood,Va took 3rd with188 pts. and Hedgesviile took 4th with 156 pts. Martinsburg came in at 9th with 112 pts. Musselman came in at 11th with 85.5 pts. and Berkeley Springs came in at 14th with 77.5 pts. As for Troy Foltz he did not make weight Sat. morning.He was half a pound over. And unlike the comment in the Journal He does have PRIDE. He is giving up 15 to 20 pounds to wrestle at 145 and is working very hard to maintain his weight. Congrats to Danny, Brad, Joe, Justin Z., Derrick,and Josh J. for placing and to all the Eagle Wrestlers for their efforts! BEST OF LUCK Wednesday at Hedg. at the Berkeley Co.Tournament!!!
December 17, 2002
From: NCHS WRESTLING FAN
comments: Could someone please post results from the Ripley tournament on 12/14 - thanks
December 17, 2002
From: Mr. Wrestling #2
comments: From the master of the million dollar knee lift,
Congrats to PSHS and PHS on your finishes at the Ironman. Looks like PHS has a strong team early in the season which they usually seem to peak at the states and start slow. We'll see if they can sustain the pace and not get hurt at the Beast of the East or Powerade. Special congrats to Rader and Thomas.
PSHS is in the shape that PHS is usually in, trying to recover from a long extended season of football. This may actually help the bigger guys to peak a little later in the season, don't get hurt meanwhile!
Coach Schenny did well with his schedule this year, South will have to settle for having the 2nd toughest schedule in the state for once.
Congrats to all the young South wrestlers that won matches at the Ironman, little bit tougher than the days of Jr. High, eh men? Don't want to single any matches out, Norman and Smith looked good. Older Smith looked good against Williamson of PHS. That one will be interesting in January and at the Regionals, keep your head focused on the Regionals, Sean.
I've got Gordon Solie on hold on the other line...Until next time...Go South.
December 17, 2002
From: bob molnar
comments: congrats to all placers at the brooke classic ! it was a good week-end. Oak Glen did a great job running the tourney.
ALL schools and wrestlers BE READY for next years Wendy's Brooke Classic. It will be held in our new facility. words will not do justice as to how nice this new facility is going to be....you'll have to see it to believe it. the classic will be on the correct weekend and promises to be the largest and most competetive Classic ever.
BEWARE the BROOKE BRUINS this year. Team wise ...... the strongest we've seen at Brooke in a long time. Individually the strongest we've seen in a long time. i will submit no predictions (like i've been reading here!) but don't be surprised to see lots of green & gold in the finals no matter where we're at.
The Wheeling Duals is a GREAT tournament that we ALL look forward to each year.........but to say it is more difficult than the Wendy's Brooke Classic........not correct. different format, different competition. by no means an easy tourney but you got to agree it's not the same. can't wait to get there.
referee's were in good form for an early tourney...don't you all agree?
GO BRUINS !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
December 17, 2002
comments: Does Jefferson have a wrestler at 275?
December 17, 2002
From: Clark W. Griswold
comments: Watch out for THE BEST wrestler in the state this year (Shane Grogg). He is ready for anyone, the nations best & some of college's best. I saw him at the WV Open this year & he was holding his own- he showed real determination & heart. Shane keep it up you will be a State Champ.
December 17, 2002
From: Dean Moore Patriot Wrestling Club
comments: After talking to a coach the other night at the South Duel I was informed that some areas in our state, the Junior Highs and Middle Schools cut wrestlers to get to a certain number. Wow this is unbelievable to me since i have seen over the years some kids not become solid wrestlers until they were around for a few years. I thought it was every kids right to be part of a school function. This is a major problem that shoud be delt with in the near future. I am proud to say that when our Club goes to wrestle both duels and tournaments all kids wrestle.We do not hold wrestle offs giving us more time to teach. I do understand that we are a private club but please take care or the kids first and formost. I have always believed that even in football and basketball no score should be kept the first half so all kids can have the pleasure of being involved in school sports.Keeping score the second half or even adding a quarter would help this problem. Does it teach the kids anything watching from the bench. The really sad thing cutting kids is that if they were part of the program some would last longer in school. I have witnessed this in High School some kids make it through the school year and pass just because they were part of the schools team!!
December 17, 2002
From: Harry Dunn
comments: Hello Mr. Christmas......just when i think that you couldnt get any dumber.....u post something like this.....and totally redeem yourself.....Love ya Lloyd
December 17, 2002
From: WV Fan
comments: In no way was I trying to take something away from Mitch Smith because he is a Dominator and probably will do what noone has ever done go undefeated in 4 years, I just wanted Tyler Wilson to get some respect and let his name be known because I beleive he will eventually be a state champ. Good luck to both these guys.
December 17, 2002
From: CM FAN
cmfan1@hotmail.com
comments: Does anyone got a full team score list for the Brooke Tournament? Also how about the finals and consolation final results? Please if you could post them submit them to wvmat.com or email me at cmfan1@hotmail.com with them please.!!
Thanks in advance!
December 17, 2002
From: just wonderin
comments: when exactly do we get our 2lbs??? because those 2 pounds make it so much easier to make weight.
December 17, 2002
comments: Someone wrote in and said Mitch was losing 6-2 .. I cant find the score of the match and No one has come rightout and said.. Did Mitch Smith lose or win the match against Wilson?????
December 17, 2002
December 17, 2002
From: coach
comments: Answer for 78-12 score: It's a middle school match- 15 weight classes.
December 17, 2002
From: smurf
comments: I think Robert Conner @119, Chris Conner @125, Dane Henry @130,and Ryan Bird are going to be Regional Champs and place at state.
December 15, 2002
comments: Answer to the 78-12 score. Apparently the teams awarded themselves 6 points each for a double forfeit. I keep team scores and never give points for double forfeits.
December 15, 2002
From: David Jeffrey
email: ">uspf@netassoc.net
comments: I would like to note a few points regarding the WV State Open AAU Championships . The deadline for entry is Dec. 21st. This meet is an official qualifier for three national tournaments. Those tourney's are USYWA Elementary & Middle Nationals ,Tournament of Champions and Gene Mills Eastern Nationals.The tourney is open to all athletes in state and out of state. Link's to the AAU and USYWA can be found on this site.
December 15, 2002
From: SimplePin
comments: Hey I didn't here anyone say anything about Danny Lord Having a Great match over the weekend at Max Hortz. GREAT JOB DAN!!! I would also like to give congrats to this Brad Ammons kid from hedgesville, whoever he is , or where ever he came from way to place. Joe Shetler also had a great tournament placing 3rd. Way to go Joe. On another note, what happened to Troy Foltz this kid had some potential to get to the finals and dissapeared.
December 15, 2002
From: Jim LeMaster
comments: In regard to the scoring question there are 15 classes in Middle school / Jr. High. 75,80,85,90,95,100,105,115,125,135,145,155,170,190,275
Thus 15 x 6 = 90 possible points to be divided between 2 teams, of course the total may be lower due to decisions, tech falls, etc.
If there were only 14 you would be correct of a max of 84 points. Colleges have even fewer classes. - (and of course, Basketball has no class - Grin)
On another note, thanks to Braxton Middle and Coaches for a well run tournament yesterday. The facility was beautiful, the officiating was excellent, the table workers were efficient and the food was great! (Even a hospitality room FOR WRESTLERS. I would also like to thank the athletic director, police officer and trainer who helped to care for my injured wrestler until the ambulance arrived. You will never know how much it was appreciated by his team mates and family. Although it looked grave, his injury was not serious, he is resting comfortably and will be back in action before you know it.
Happy Holidays and looking forward to seeing many of you wrestlers and coaches at the Olympic Pool tournament at Point Pleasant on Dec. 20-21.
December 15, 2002
From: Woodrow man
comments: Congrats to Woodrow Wilson on a good performance at the Red Dragon Duals. Dealing with injuries is part of the game and Coach Sarrett and crew are working through it. Hopefully Zack Evans and Justin Boyden will be back soon. Jay Thomas is out for the season after having shoulder surgery. Josh Evans turned in a dominant performance going undefeated at 152 and will be in the mix to wrestle on Saturday night at states. Good job also to Ryan Bostic-112, Joe McQuillen-135 and Tyler Wilson-140 on going 8-2 and placing in the top 3 for the weekend. To all of the Flying Eagles, keep working hard in practice and wrestle tough ! I also apologize for causing a stir with the post on Tyler Wilson and Mitch Smith's match at Nitro. While Wilson did wrestle him tough until being pinned, I do beleive Mitch is, and will continue to be, THE MAN at 140. It was just a confidence builder for Wilson. Go Eagles !!!!
December 15, 2002
comments: results of berkeley springs????????
December 15, 2002
comments: see this thing about mitch smith and tyler wilson well mitch will have another shot at him weather it is at winners choice or the regionals but mitch will get another shot at him and prove why he is the best
December 15, 2002
comments: i would like to congrad university highs: Coon, Turnbull, and Hefner for winning the Amityville tourny this weekend in NY. Good luck the rest of the season.
December 15, 2002
comments: Anderson from Herbert Hoover will be state aa heavyweight Champ. Not Lowe.. Anderson Pinned Lowe with ease at Wirt County
From: point pleasant fan
comments: Would like to see the individual winners in each weight class,
of the St Albans tournment, please
December 15, 2002
December 15, 2002
From: Dr. Harry Manfrididi (MD)
comments: First off, I would like to say Great Job to Coach Archer on a well run tournament this past weekend. The first of the two teams that impressed me was Huntington High. They wrestled at their own pace and with great skill. They totally dominated the whole tournament this weekend. Also wrestling well this weekend was former AAA school Point Pleasant. Which the mat poll had ranked #8 in AA. I can assure you that they will finish much higher than that. They beat #7 Greenbrier West with no trouble and #10 in AAA Woodrow Wilson was not much trouble either. Some standouts individually that I saw were Steve Riner, Huntington, Jeremy Ray, Huntington, which pinned Nick Duncan of Point Pleasant. Josh Evans, Beckley, also wrestled well. The upsets this weekend were Waldeck, Huntington, over Nott, Point Pleasant. And Morris, Herbert Hoover, Over Bonecutter, Point Pleasant. But both Nott & Bonecutter were sick with the flu. You see from the trained eye it was easy to see that both atheletes were suffering from mild nausia, and fever. With these symptoms it is nearly impossible to perform at their peak level. Of course, I know this because I'm a doctor. It is my medical opinion that the next time they meet, it could be a different outcome.
December 15, 2002
comments: i am unsure of how scoring works or something? 14 weight classes X 6 points for pin/forf = a max of 84 points. how can a dual score be 78-12?
December 15, 2002
From: SPECTATOR
comments: I was watching the Califlower Clasic yesterday held by Edison Jr school and there were some good looking wrestlers some lower weight classes like 105 Travis Townsand from Blennerhassette looked real good but so didn't his teammate Jesse James at 135 They both had 4 pins and they both had 1 major decision but Nick Muday of Edison wrestling 170 pinned all 5 of his kids there is no doubt in my mind that these three boys want win the county but until then good luck to the rest of u
December 15, 2002
From: THE real Lloyd Christmas
email:
comments: I am and always will be Lloyd Christmas, and i did not post this, (a post further down the page) -- it is a good messege but it was not send by the real lloyd christmas. Whoever did please get your own name I have had this Screen Name for the past 4 years, so come on please use your own name. Thank You Lloyd.
December 15, 2002
From: Gray Beard
comments: Congratulations SHANE GROGG for your 4th place at the IRONMAN.A one point loss to Robbie Preston (nations no. 1 ) and super congrats for your win over DUSTIN SCHLATTER ( nations no. 2) LOOKING GOOD!
December 15, 2002
comments: Ben Wood has to be one of the best wrestlers to never win a state title...he was a two time runner up. Also another independence wrestler Josh Moyer
December 15, 2002
comments: How did the Marion County teams fare at Brooke?
December 15, 2002
comments: Congrats to Josh Clark for his championship at 189lbs in the Max Hoarz tournament this weekend.
December 15, 2002
From: Superman
comments: Congrats to Ryan Bird , for his dominating proformance at the Max Horz tourney. Mark my "word", Bird is gonna be the word at states this year.
December 15, 2002
From: Jefferson Fan
comments: would b nice if new coaches would call in results 2 the paper after a match.
December 15, 2002
From: Super Chin
comments: i think that Matt Warner is one of the best never to win a state title also. He was really good! He would have won it his senior year if not for a hurt shoulder. Also Bryan Moats from Hedgesville was a good one never to win it. Robbie Archer is also a good pick. and Warner's fellow teamate John Bonecutter as well. Matt and Mike Bosley also both great wrestlers. One other that i can think of right off hand is Mark Lowe of wirt. Those are just a few off the top of my head.
December 15, 2002
From: Coach Stef
email: bsmontgomery@myserver-wv.net
comments: Thanks to the officials at the Braxton Middle Invitational
Wrestling Tournament. Mike Kirby, Mike King and Dave Harpold
did an excellent job. Good officials need kudos as well as
wrestlers and coaches!
December 15, 2002
From: C G
comments: -About Regalbuto, it is true that he was 174lbs & McMath is injured. Anthony tried to drop quickly but was unsecessful & by NCAA rules when a wrestler drops weight he has to stay at that weight, so he cannot return to 174.
December 14, 2002
From: Marshall Cavender, St. Albans Ath. Dir.
email: mcavende@access.k12.wv.us
comments: Once again the Red Dragon Dual Team Tournament was a success. Wrestlers competed in many hard fought matches. I personally want to thank Coach Archer and Huntington High School for hosting the tournament for St. Albans the last two years. We are already looking forward to returning to St. Albans next year. Good Luck to all wrestlers and we hope to see you at the Huntington Civic Arena in February.
December 14, 2002
From: Brooke Parent
comments: Congratulations Brooke Wrestling Team: 2nd Place Brooke Classic
Congratulations 1st Place winners Jon McFarland, MIke Durbin, Braden Shaw; 2nd Place Winners Jarred Shaw, Matt Smith, David Durbin, Dana Davis, Phil Bliss; 3rd Place Winner Nathan Loughran; 4th Place Winner Josh Greiner; Also congratulations Braden Shaw Tournament MVP. Great job guys
December 14, 2002
comments: Any results from Berkeley Springs? Dematha is a pretty strong team from Maryland.
December 14, 2002
From: Lloyd Christmas
comments: Best wrestlers to come out of WV:
1. Mike Mason- nobody has accomplished what he has throughout his career. HS, Collegiate, or Nationally...U just can't top Mason.
2. Ken Chertow- US Olympion, 2x state champ, 2x outstanding wrestler award, holds numerous records at Penn State: top 5 in career victories, 3x NCAA place winner 6th-3rd-3rd; the numbers speak for themselves.
3. Mark Samples- NCAA All-American
4. Robbie Archer- All Big Ten Team, 2x NCAA Qualifer
5. Jeremy Hart
* Its not just how State Titles you have its what you do with them after HS that makes you a real champion
December 14, 2002
From: Wrestlin Fan
comments: I watched the Red Dragon tourny this weekend, and I must give credit to the Point Pleasant Big Blacks. They went 5-0 their first day (that is all I watched) without their starting 215 or HWT. From what I understand, the second day they lost their starting 152 and 160. I also think Jesse Nott was unable to wrestle for most of Saturday. It appears a severe stomach virus is going around the town of Point, and three of the four mentioned got it. Apparently their HWT just had an accident of some sort and wound up with stitches. I just thought I would give credit where credit is due.
December 14, 2002
From: alumni
comments: I watched two wrestlers last year that i dont think ever won a state title and they had real potential. Ryan Bumgardner of Ritchie county was very talented that kid had really impressed me with his speed and strength. And Pat Bell of Greenbrier West. He was a very technical wrestler and showed a lot of heart last year finishing up a match injured at the states. I think he would have been the guy to beat with a differnet draw and bumgardner could have won 119 but morris was to tough for anyone to handle in AA or AAA!!!!!!!! regardless of what ppl say
December 14, 2002
From: R.Hickman
comments: The editor is correct that Regalbuto did not make weight at Vegas, but lets tell to whole story. Regalbuto and Jones were in the finals of the WVU open at 174. I believe Tom McMath is injured at 165. I think he was trying to drop another weight class in a short period of time.
December 14, 2002
From: WV FAN
comments: Tyler Wilson - is a very good wrestler with alot of potential, he has suffered through some injuries the past 2 years but in my opionion will be on the podium this year and on top within the next 3 seasons, hes never won a state title at any level but HE WILL. Ask Mitch
December 14, 2002
From: mid-ohio valley wrestling fan
comments: was just wondering if someone could update the shedules to include starting times. Would love to attend but I don't want to drive for 45 min. and not know if I'm late or 3 hrs early.
Editor's note:
Check team pages for schools your are interested in. Some post times, some do not, some have not sent any schedule to this website
December 14, 2002
From: D-Man
comments: I know of a great wrestler who won states or really got the recognition that he truley deserved he was even undefeated untill his finals match at states his senior yea:
Eric McCartney
December 13, 2002
From: wrestling fan
comments: Another great wrestler that did not win a state title is also, Matt Warner from Point Pleasant. He did awesome next year. Was undefeated untill he got a serious injury. Warner, last year, won Winner's Choice and sevral others. He finished the season injuried. He beat AA 152 last year in finials at Winner's Choice and just missed placing top 6 in AA. Which, at 152, AAA, he beat the wrestlers from #rd to below. Thank you.
December 13, 2002
From: CW. South Fan
comments: First off the best wrestler not to win state let's go with Mike and Matt Bosley. People keep saying 160 and up don't look that great are you guys forgetting the HWT. Wes has done well this far, he has pinned both his opponets in the first period. As for 160, 171, 189, 215 common they just walked off the football field give them a break. South will be tough. We just need some heavy duty work real quick like. But we aren't going to stay this way so don't get your hopes up. Special thanks to PHS for coming and scouting was that the whole team I saw.
December 13, 2002
From: Jenny Sullivan
Email: sullivj2@ohio.edu
Comments: For the person interested in Parkersburg's lineup, here is a link to the Parkersburg High roster for the Ironman Invitational:
http://dieselectric.com/logonHigh/IronMan/Parkersburg/results_page.asp
December 13, 2002
From: GERRI-GE FAN
comments: GOOD LUCK TO ALL THE GUYS & GALS WRESTLING FROM GREENBRIER EAST AND EASTERN GREENBRIER JR. HIGH AT RIPLEY TOURNAMENT ON 12/14.
December 13, 2002
From: Jim Giunta
email: Jim@ncwa.net
comments: High School Coaches and Wrestlers
Brand New Opportunity for High School Teams to show their stuff. The National Ranking Site is Operational as of 12/10/02.
This New Site Auto-ranks High School Wrestlers Nationally or by State, by Weight, by Grade, by SAT Scores, and more.
We expect to see over 1500 teams nationwide participate this season.
Registration is Free, Searches are Free, Streaming Video Webcasts are Free, Officials Scheduling is free, College Recruiting Profiles are Free, Heck the whole dang thing is FREE.... Lets promote the heck out of High School Wrestling, and get our Athletes the College Opportunities they deserve.
High School...Coaches, Please Go to the Site and Register your Team and Wrestlers Today. www.wrestlingrankings.net
December 13, 2002
comments: does ne one know the lineup for PHS?...it would be much appreciated...thanx
December 13, 2002
Wrestlers to never win a state title.
How about Easts Fairmont's old Wresting Coach Brad Petracca in the late 80's.
December 13, 2002
From: observer
comments: hey this wilson guy is this for real i havent known any one leading mitch smith 6-2 at all mitch is to good of a wrestler to
be doing good against this wrestler iv never heard of
December 13, 2002
comments: anyone know why regalbuto didnt wrestle @vegas
Editor's note: Didn't make weight
December 13, 2002
From: South Wrestling Fan
comments: One could see the football "rust" on the football player/wrestlers vs. Cabell Midland.They have had 13 weeks of hard practice and games in the mud and cold as well as travel over the entire state.Pic looked good but tired late and Kyle ran out of gas in the 2nd.Don't let the 1st match worry you "Prime Time", everyone knows you will be ready in February!Good luck to all the wrestlers from Parkersburg this week in the tough Iron Man tourney!
December 13, 2002
comments: where will matt easter be at this year what weight
December 13, 2002
From: Fairmont Senior Fan
comments: Fairmont Senior DOES have a 2X Brooke Champion -- MIKE VIANI. Mike won in 1992 as a sophomore and again in 1994 as a senior. Mike captured state titles in both of those years as well.
December 13, 2002
From: Woodrow man
comments: The Flying Eagles opened up the season with a decent performance last night. After earning a ranking of 10th in the AAA pre-season poll they were thumped by Nitro and Ripley.They beat Logan. The loss of Zack Evans, Jay Thomas and Justin Boyden for the time being has taken away alot of fire power from the Eagles. Josh Evans was dominating in his 3 wins and is a legit contender at 152. The exciting match of the night for the Eagles was Tyler Wilson vs Mitch Smith at 140. Wilson led 6-2 midway into the 2nd period but Smith then stuck him as he attempted to Granby. Mitch, in the end, showed why he is ranked among the best in the Nation and why he will win his 2nd State title. Joe McQuillen, Nick Llado and Matt Terry were solid and will continue to improve during the year. If some of the Eagles get into the right weight classes and they get a few back they could still make some noise. Good Luck Flying Eagles !!!!!
December 13, 2002
From: too much trash talk
comments: to many people on here trying to hype stuff up
just WRESTLE AND SUBMIT RESULTS
PS
DONT TALK TRASH
December 13, 2002
comments: Who is the starting 140 for hungition high school cause it has chad nelson winning one match there and jemery ray winning a match there too just wandering
December 13, 2002
From: pete
comments: Good luck parkersburg south and big reds at the iron man this weekend.Wouldn't it be great to bring back some champions to parkersburg.I think it will happen.
December 12, 2002
From: Lmob
comments: In reference to the South match last night, I feel that our 160 lb. and up wrestlers are going to be just fine... They are still in football shape... They will probably struggle this weekend, but that is ok... The one tourney that matters takes place in Huntington...
I think they need to let the fans know that the match was going to be last night... I found out at 5:00 pm when i read a tiny article in the Sentinel...
December 12, 2002
From: BlueBlood
comments: The Ironman brackets are up: The tournament this year promises to be a great one. 125lb wt. class looks like the stongest. At 215 a match-up between Koz and Thomas should be something.
http://dieselectric.com/logonHigh/IronMan/web/2002Ironbrk.htm
December 12, 2002
From: South Wrestling Fan
comments: The "best" "not" to win the state title....is that not an oxymoron?? This happens every year and the same names appear every year.Give it a rest!!
December 12, 2002
From: Marion Co. Wrestling Fan
comments: In reply to some of the best wrestlers to never win a state title. How about Jonathan Delligatti (103) of West Fairmont and Aaron Futten (152) of East Fairmont. Both were good, intelligent and solid wrestlers. They both dominated their weight classes in the NCAC and Region II in their junior and senior years. The Futten-George match in Huntington last year was as good as it gets, but neither of them won the state title.
December 12, 2002
comments: Best not to win...three come to mind, Eric Freed PHS, had Doug Moore on the ropes, high school AA never a state champ. Joe Anderson PHS, and Mark Roberts PHS, 2x state runner-up.
December 12, 2002
From: RiverRat
comments: Although South handed Midland a sound defeat I must say i was not impressed with South at all... It seemed as if all there wrestlers from 160 up were out of shape...I understand that it is early but we didn't look like a returning state championship team....hope that was an eye opener for the guys and they pick up the tempo in the wrestling room .....
As for Midland they were very young..and wrestled well at the upper weight classes.....but 125-152 needed lots of work...of course it could be South is just that good!
One last note ...I understand that the match was suppose to be at Midland this year and was moved to South ....if that is so the rest of the South fans should be ashamed of yourselfs...we need to support the team better than the crowd turn out that we had.....Go SOUTH!
December 12, 2002
From: W
comments: To wv fan- best wrestlers to not win a state title.
There have been many great ones that never left with a title for one reason or another.
One of the best, most aggressive wrestlers I've ever been around was Jim Bird- Spencer. He was a runner-up
a couple times and won alot of other tournaments. An outstanding all-around athlete who was like a coach
to younger athletes, few were as rough and physical on the mat.
December 12, 2002
From: RE: SUBMIT SCORES
comments: You only have to go to pennsylvaniayouthwrestling.com to see how other states promptly report all youth tournament results. The kids love it, and ANYTHING that keeps them interested in wrestling in day-long tournaments is worthwhile.
December 11, 2002
From: brooke wrestler
comments: To East is Beast: east will be wrestling the brooke classic this weekend and there we will see what team should be ranked where at the end of the night! go bruins
December 11, 2002
comments: Jeremy Lane from Capital would have to be up there to be one of the best not to win a title..
December 11, 2002
From: WV FAN
comments: Cliff Warden is my pick to be the best tp not have a title.
He was undefeated going into state finals both as a JR and SR, to only be defeated both times by 2x state champs that he beat during the season.
Cliff still has a big inpact in the sport today, starting the Young Guns program and Coaching at Indy High and Jr High
December 11, 2002
comments: One to watch in the next few years is Josh Valentine @ Wirt Co Middle, this kid has got what it takes to be a repeating State champ in years to come when he gets to the next level.
December 11, 2002
comments: Speakin of brooke titles Fairmont Senior has had over 10 champs but like east yet to have a two timer. Matt Delligatti won last year and has two years to make this feat. Go get em Dell good luck bears
December 11, 2002
From: go south!!
comments: I know personally that the south football players who also wrestle were in the wrestling room at 6am so that they would be eligible to wrestle not only at the Ironman but tonight against Cabell Midland. Go Patriots!!!
December 11, 2002
comments: One of the best ever to not win a state title was Jeff Hughes of Cameron. Unfortunately had 4X state champ Mike Miller in his class the year he made finals. He went to OT with Miller earlier that year too.Also, Rob Archer of Huntington didn't win a title did he? All-American at Ohio State and never won a state title, pretty good.
December 11, 2002
comments: I would say that Kevin Accord and Rob Archer were the 2 best wrestlers never to win state titles.
December 11, 2002
From: RE: College recruiting
comments: Intermat wrestling's website has a high school wrestler profile section that is viewed by college coaches. Not one WV wrestler has posted a profile to date. Come on guys--brag a little--especially kids like Easter and Mitch Smith who are definitely Div I prospects. The profiles include jr.'s and sophomores and allow you to list your college preferences including Div III and NAIA.
December 11, 2002
From: FAN
comments: To wv fan: you wanted a poll to nominate the best wv wrestler not to win states, I think derek george of jm holds this one
December 11, 2002
comments: To: WVU FAN
From:x-wvu wrestler
I'll have to agree with you when you put Mike Mason in the best ever wv wrestlers catagory. He should definitely be one of the very top picks in this catagory. Anyone who has wrestled with him would know this and not dispute this fact. Mike is a champion on the mat as well as off the mat as a person, and is one of the best examples of the true philosophy of this sport (hard-work and dedication).
Also, good luck to the Big Red Wrestlers at the Ironman. Kick some a** and take names.
December 11, 2002
From: The Watcher
comments: To WVU Fan: I think the best wrestler never to win a state title is Jim Shetler from Hedgesville.
December 11, 2002
From: b
comments: Top ten
Matt Ashley 4x state champ spencer
Richard Greathouse 4x state champ spencer
Todd Kendall 4x state champ spencer
December 11, 2002
From: East is Beast
comments: East Fairmont is one of the most upcoming and top notch programs in the state right now, they have a shot at breaking the top 3 if not winning the state tournament, having brooke and ripley in front of them is downright ridiculous. To the person saying that the brooke classic is the toughest they are correct, and east has had 3 champions so far in that tournament Jeff Noechel 215 senior year fourth place jr year, Chris Satterfield 275 jr year, runner up senior year, and Matt miller 171 junior and senior year So, as you can see east fairmont can run with the best and they will rise to the occasion in huntington.
December 11, 2002
From: South Wrestling Fan
comments: Coach McCartney,South's head wrestling coach,also was one of South's football coaches and he held some practices early in the morning so that he could coach both sports.I don't know if any of the football/wrestlers were present,but if they were,some may be ready to wrestle soon!Just a thought.
December 11, 2002
comments: WVU-Iowa State starts at Noon
December 11, 2002
comments: to the wv fan...best wrestlers never to win a state title....
in my experience...from point pleasant...beau hill and jeremy burris were two of the greatest wrestler's, in my era, to not win a state title
December 11, 2002
From: Gray Beard
comments: To Large Growler,I think you meant to say Norman,Kelley and Porter. Grogg is a senior.
December 11, 2002
From: WVU Fan
comments: Does anyone know what time the match between WVU and Iowa State starts on Jan 4th 2003? I didn't see any starting times.
December 11, 2002
comments: Lowe from Wirt will be on top of the podium at states in the heavyweight division.
December 11, 2002
From: BlueBlood
comments: As the high school wrestling season gets into high gear, I want to encourage all out there to send in dual and tournament results.
I, for one, am interested in viewing all results throughout the state. This is a great way to evaluate teams and individual wrestlers and keeping track of all the action around the state.
December 11, 2002
From: nrthrn pan. fan
comments: I've heard that Parkersburg South has picked up a dual meet with Beaver Local(OH) this year...Is this true? If so, I think this will be a very interesting match. Beaver Local is one of Oak Glens big rivalries, and Oak Glen opens the season with them tomorrow. Should be a good one.
December 11, 2002
From: WV FAN
comments: If your going to talk about best wrestlers ever how could you not mention:
1. Mike Mason-3x state champ- 1 loss in 4 years in state finals as a freshman- high school all american 3rd place- 2x NCAA All American 7th as a JR and 3rd as a SR- WHO CAN TOP THIS?
2. Mike Miller-4x state champ
3. Jermey Hart-2X state champ- High school all american- 4X Ncaa qualifier.
and there is a few more like
Jason Taylor
Jason Ward
Chad Burge
Doug Moore
Danny Life
Matt Easter
I say take some nominations and compile a list of the top 10 nominees and put it on you WV Mat poll and see what happens.
What does everyone else think?
Next Topic:
Best wrestler to never win a state title
Just some ideas for some more WV MAT POLLS
December 11, 2002
comments: Will the South wrestlers who played in the state championship football game be able to wrestle in the Ironman? They would only have 5 practices in, Isnt the rule that they need 7 since they are coming strait from another sport?
December 11, 2002
comments: To Jim, who wrote in on Dec 8.
There is no minimum for the 103 lbs class, and 189 1/4 lbs is the minimum for 275 lbs class.
December 10, 2002
From: wv wrestling fan
comments: if you want to mention the best wrestler in west virgina, i think you forgot one Ryan Metz was far one the they best ever. ON his feet metz was far the best i had ever seen. THe kid has so much talent he dont even know what to do with. I hope to see him in college.
December 10, 2002
comments: 12-06-02
capital returns to the wrestling mats for the first time since the 1998/1999 season. the capital cougars are coached by former southern conference champion for marshall university Jeremiah Gagnone
December 10, 2002
From: mountain man
comments: all this talk of triple a What about berkeley springs' clark duo?
does anyone know what weight they will be at? They bother were one point from the finals and would have won hands down. Also what about jamie moore and matt mason?
December 10, 2002
From: Large Growler
comments: Congratulations to the three Freshman at Parkersburg South for a bang up job against McGuffy - Norman, Grogg, and Kelly,,Remember these names you will be hearing from them a lot this season.
December 10, 2002
From: Patriot Fan
comments: What about Independence Wrestlers None have even been mentioned and theres a couple That should place highly in states this year before you make your predictions make sure you have thought of all teams and not just 2 or 3
December 10, 2002
comments: Bryce Pickens is not wrestling in the 152lb.weight class for Parkersburg South. Bryce is at 171. Codi Norman is at 152lb.
December 10, 2002
From: Sheduh Helep
comments: Once again the first major weekend of the wrestling season is about to kick off. Even now we will be able to paint a better picture of this year's top contendors! I would like to wish good luck to everyone and I am looking forward to reading about the results from all the great tournaments. I personally will be attending the Red Dragon tourny at Huntington High.
December 10, 2002
comments: Good luck to Parkersburg high and South this weekend at the Ironman tournament. This is perhaps the toughest tournament in the country. These two schools are putting WV on the map for high school wrestling by getting the national exposure that we need. keep up the good work.
December 10, 2002
comments: What do you heavyweights think about P Burns wining the BNI
this past weekend.
December 9, 2002
comments: We need to quit using injuries and weight loss as excuses. It's all part of wrestling, that ALL WRESTLERS deal with, not just those few that mention it all the time.
December 9, 2002
From: east fairmont alumnus
comments: GO BEES!!!! Good Luck to everyone on the team!!!!
December 9, 2002
comments: Shane Smith 160 this year?
December 9, 2002
From: Lloyd Christmas
comments: can someone please post the results from this past weekend, i am very interested in seeing some results......brooke vs. cameron , and the John Marshall Quad with Edison, Ripley, and Williamstown, and any other matches that took place this past weekend, thank you.
December 9, 2002
From: another South fan
comments: The arrogance of one does not mean that everyone from Wood Co. feels the same as the person who wrote the article about a Wood Co team beating the rest of the state. Yes I am a proud and vocal fan of Parkersburg South Wrestling, but I also respect any young man out there who wretles anywhere. Being a former wresler, I know what it takes in the wrestling room and the off season to stay in condition and to be prepared. A duel between the rest of the state and a Wood co. team would be interesting but to claim an outright victory or even a rout is crazy. If it was that easy then we wouldn't even wrestle and just decide the outcome before the season even started on reputation alone. Anyone can be beat at anytime in this state no matter where you are from and that is what makes the season so fun. Don't count out a wrestler from anywhere, upsets do happen.
December 9, 2002
comments: if you talk the two best wrestlers of all time you must include mark samples and jason ward. although mark only won one state title, he was perhaps the most dominant figure in wv wrestling. for jason, he was the most aggressive wrestler i've been pleased to watch. not to mention.....BOTH ARE THE ONLY TWO TO MAKE THE NHSCA FINALS IN HISTORY!
December 8, 2002
comments: Why are people saying certain wrestlers are going to be at certain weight classes before these wrestlers were even done with football?
December 8, 2002
comments: Shane Smith will be at 160 this year
December 8, 2002
From: South Wrestling Fan
comments: South lost to McGuffey,PA 39-29 last night but they had a least 4 starters playing in the AAA football championship on Saturday afternoon.They will probably also miss the 12/11 match vs. Cabell Midland.Come Feb. they will be ready!Good Luck guys!
December 8, 2002
From: Dan Lass
comments: Wood County Rec. Wrestling League results can now be found at
http://www.eteamz.com/woodcowrestling/ .
This site will also soon have all of the information on the WV State Junior Wrestling Championships.
December 8, 2002
From: Jim
comments: What is the minimum weight for the 103 pound weight class?
What is the minimum weight for the 275?
December 8, 2002
comments: To all the people that have been asking about point. They will be at the Red Dragon Tourny at Huntington High this weekend. I'm sure you will be as impressed as i was this week at practice. I believe they have twenty-eight wrestlers out. and seem to be very excited about dropping to AA this year. Watch this team come late February.
December 8, 2002
From: Sara
comments: I attend Marshall University and I have not heard anything about a wrestling team, but if anyone else gets more information on this subject please post it because I would definitely like to know! Thanks! GO SOUTH!
December 8, 2002
From: Abby
comments: i think whatever wrestling team has the spirit not the pride and not the stupidity as some of the wrestlers that go around acting like they are all big cause whenever they get pinned im gonna be crackin up laughin and you know which team you are! Good luck all the wreslters and wrestle with all your might!
December 8, 2002
From: Wr3sT|eR 4 LyF3
comments: I think that Brooke will beat all the teams that they have to wrestle against this year, and that they will win states and ovacs.
December 8, 2002
From: wrestling fan
comments: i think your comments on valles-goneau rematch are right on. given thyey may be of equal talent but then throw larry shaw into the mix and you have goneau on top. i happened to be at wrestle off's this week. Oak Glen looked really good. Goneau looked awesome. Come what may, i I think it's going to be a very interesting year. But i do believe that Oak Glen has many potential state champs this year, actually I believe this team is one of the best to come out of that school.
December 8, 2002
From: Cowboy
comments: Good Luck To Calhoun County this year. I would like to see Calhoun beat Oak Glen This year for the state title. If there's anyone who deserves a state title it's Coach Mike Stump. Good luck to Bear, Ray, Jeff Morris, and Justin Ashley. We'll see you throughout the season boys. Good Luck!!!!!!.
December 8, 2002
From: Eagle Fan
comments: Just to let everyone know, the eagles were in the sherando high school virgina duals and out of 10 teams hedgesville placed 2nd. Everyone underestimates the eagles this year, but watch out, Whittington's there coach once again, and they will surprise a lot of people this year.
Congrats to Danny Lord (152) for going 7-0, Jeremy Bryant(135) and Brad Ammons(171)for goin 6-1,Dereck Young(160) and Joe Shetler(103) for goin 5-2. Congrats to all these wrestlers and the rest of the eagles team.
December 8, 2002
comments: what weight is mitch wrestling?
i heard that marshall might get a team next year! if anyone has a clue about either PLEASE respond.
December 7, 2002
comments: To whoever said Hughes would not be his energized self tonight...I'd say he wasn't! That poor kid looked thinner than a drinking straw in a loss to Bliss (pin 3rd). Has he considered wrestling 160? Congrats to Phil Bliss on a masterful match tonight, but this is what I hate about wrestling. A very good wrestler cutting weight. If Stewart is looking at 152 then maybe Hughes 160/Stewart 152 might be a good idea. I hope they figure this out, or he's going to be in for a long weekend at Berkeley Springs.
December 7, 2002
From: Dr. Harry Manfrididi
comments: with all this talk about Hughes and Smith at 152 i think that it could be the TOP weight class in AA/A this season....also could be in AAA also with Bliss and Lord. Here is possible what we could be dealing with at states.
AA/A
152
1. Shane Smith (Williamstown)
2. Eric Metz (calhoun)
3. Casey Hughes (cameron)
4. Matt Wharton (Oak Glen)
5. Jesse Nott (point pleasant)
6. Seth Moales (herbert hoover)
AAA
152
1. Danny Lord (hedgesville)
2. Phil Bliss (brooke)
3. Codie Gustines (jefferson)
4. Bryce Pickens (parkersburg south)
5. Justin Boyden (woodrow wilson)
6. Chris Gibbs (cabell midland)
And this list goes on and on......and just think at the winners choice it could be.......QuarterFinals action like Lord vs.Boyden or Smith vs. Gusines or Boyden vs. Nott. I mean that tournement is going to be awesome this year at least at 152. Lord, Gustines, Smith, Boyden, Nott, and thats just the ones off the top of my head. I am willing to bet that some people move out of this weight class. Good Luck to all of these wrestlers!!!!!
December 6, 2002
From: WJ
comments: To Southside: Now you're attacking grandmas... People can say just about anything they want. I don't have to agree with it, and I sometimes don't. No problem. Fortunately, there are some in the Wood wrestling community that recognize outstanding team and individual efforts outside of their own county. To be such a rural state, West Virginia has been, in my opinion, a good wrestling state. There are areas or pockets around the state that obviously excel, while others may not even have programs, but overall, we have something to be proud of and keep trying to build on. I know I've talked to people who think very highly of WV coaches and our school programs here. When I go to the state tournament, I try to take in some of the action that doesn't involve my favorite team. There are some tremendous accomplishments and stories played out in the AAA and AA-A divisions. I enjoy seeing entire sections of fans from South, or wherever, stand and cheer through a match. I also enjoy seeing those two rows of
fans from Ripley, or wherever, stand and cheer when their kid wins a tough battle. The ovation a kid gets from becoming a four-timer, regardless of school size, or when a kid rebounds from some personal hardship to win a title are things we shouldn't miss. It may be when a kid wrestles beyond everybody's expectations and places in the state tournament. There have been many stories. It's all part of the drama and excitement that makes wrestling so much fun. Good luck to all wrestlers. Do extra if you want to be a champion. You can do it.
December 6, 2002
From: Dragon Fan
comments: Let me weigh-in on the Smith/Lord/Bliss/Hughes debate. ALL are excellent, but with vastly different styles. Hughes may meet Bliss tonight and just reached 152 today. Don't know how far or long Bliss has cut, but Hughes has dropped twenty pounds in two weeks and shouln't be at his energized best yet. Lord is a physical wrestler that should meet Hughes next weekend (barring injury). He shoud be better energized by then and while Hughes doesn't usually power his opponents as a first choice, he usually does really well with power wrestlers (Leach, Lynch, etc.)who push the action. As for Shane Smith and Hughes, they met in pee wee state finals two/three years ago (Smith 6-5). Again, Hughes was hobbled by ankle injury, but needs no excuses/apologies. These matches were sheer fun, and barring injuries, shoud be awesome to watch. There are certainly lots of other talented wrestlers I have overlooked, and undefeated seasons are as much luck as talent (unless you can do it twice), so let's get started. By the way, I don't think Hughes is necessarily staying at 152, so enjoy the fireworks while they last. I hope "running" isn't an issue, but I believe you should wrestle the weight class that you end up at after all the hard work is done. Stewart is looking a 152 also. Wouldn't that be even more spicey?!!
December 6, 2002
From: wrestling is numero uno
comments: Wrestling is the best sport.... period. It teaches discipline and a work ethic like no other sport. We all know this because we are wrestlers/fans. The general public likes hoops. Therefore wrestling gets no national exposure or any attention whatsoever. Cale Sandersons unbelieveable accomplishment was mentioned for mear seconds on sports center. That makes me want to puke. Anyway the point I want to make is that we should respect fellow wrestlers/fans, and embrace the fact that we are not like 90% of the rest of America....ignorant!!! Lets save the trash talking for hoop players and Marshall fans!!!!....................Good luck to all WV wrestlers!!!
December 6, 2002
From: og alum.
comments: I just want to wish all the guys at Oak Glen the best of luck this year. I hope you can bring home number seven. I would also like to say that I don't think there are any freshman that will be able to hang with Lord or Hughes. Good luck this year, hope you can stay healthy Casey. GOOD LUCK BEARS!!!!!!!
December 6, 2002
From: wrestling fan
comments: Dont under estimate the freshmen Gustine, Codies brother, Corie, he has alot of talent, very strong and technical, watched them both for many of years. That whole Jefferson squad will be stacked with some tough wrestlers. They will be fun to watch. The younger gustine will be in the mix with Lord and Hughes. IT WILL BE SOME COMPETITION. Good luck to all WV wrestlers. "GO EASTERN PANHANDLE"
December 6, 2002
From: Dean Moore Patriot Wrestling Club
comments: While it is interesting to read everyones predictions on who is going to win and who isnt. Lets remember that there are usually at least 3 wrestlers that are expected to win usually taste defeat before reaching the finals on saturday night at 8 pm. Last year i witnessed a real class act from Coach Gary Bender in the State Tournament. This man has always conducted hinself in a very professional manner. He made a decision that affected not only his son but the outcome of a state champion. If you were at the state tournament you would understand this subject!! Being an ex wrestling official and a wrestling coach this man is what all coaches and officials should be like! A REAL CLASS ACT
December 6, 2002
From: Wrestling Fan
comments: I heard a rumor that Point Pleasant is having a 9th grade team. Is it true? If so, do you think they will be a contender, what wrestlers, classes?? I just heard it from a coach. I was wondering if this is true or not..GOOD LUCK ALL
December 6, 2002
From: southside
comments: to point pleasant fan
Why would you feel the need to make sush aboastful comment?Perhaps others are thinking it was too ridiculous to warrant a response.To think your grandson could win a state title is wrong.
NOT!!!! I`m just trying to be more like WP.But I can`t.Good luck to you and all who enjoy the great sport of wrestling.Especially all non-Wood County grapplers.Anyway (wpp)you shook me not stirred.
December 6, 2002
From: sfan
comments: I would like to thank the person(s)who is involved in the birth and upkeep of this site.It is a great tool as well as a pleasure to explore.As for the Forum,I can`t get enough. To all the predictors keep pouring it on.If people don`t like it they usually don`t read it. Some people like to tell others what not to say,but they must also like it or they would not read it or comment.So if you get bashed for your comments don`t fret,you can`t make everyone happy.Good luck wrestlers.Thanks again for wvmat.
December 4, 2002
From: South Wrestling Fan
comments: Please don't read too much into a couple of overzealous fans saying a Wood county team could beat the rest of the state.It's not going to happen and shouldn't happen.And...as for this wrestler is going to beat that wrestler...let it happen then say it was so!Until then.....??? Good day!
December 4, 2002
From: Bruin Fan
comments: The Brooke Classic has not lost teams, the weeks changed and teams had already committed elsewhere assuming the Classic was still the same weekend, however it didn't work out that way. There will be 11 teams at the tournament this year, pennsylvania teams that were unavailable to attend were replaced by other pa and ohio teams!!
December 4, 2002
comments: Saying that Stewart beat Mitch Smith in Pee Wee, holds no weight now. What you did in Pee Wee doesnt mean anything in High School.
December 4, 2002
From: Concerned Fan
comments: For those people who think Wood County has the only dedicated wrestlers in the state, I would like you to think of what one practice is like at Oak Glen, John Marshall, Cameron, and Calhoun County. You do have good wrestlers, but not 14 who good beat the rest of the state in a dual.
December 4, 2002
From: NitroDad
comments: If I can add my enthusiasm to the forum, there's an infectious spirit of confidence born out of hard work ethic combined with some God-given talent and excellent coaching in the Nitro wrestling room this year... not unlike what I'm reading about several other programs around the State.
Ain't wrasslin' G R E A T !!!
May God keep all our young athletes healthy this year and protect them from injury.
May every West Virginia wrestler thrash every out-of-state opponent this season and bring our State the recognition it's due.
And finally, may every Nitro wrestler extend a warm, friendly hand shake to his opponent... as he helps him up off his back after the pin.
See you at the next match.
December 4, 2002
From: Matt
comments: To Southsider and Wrestling fan:
I agree that the Wood county teams are unquestionably the best teams in WV, but to say they are,as wrestling fan puts it "unstopable... the WV team wouldnt even touch them" is not only offensive to the rest of the state but also a bit of a stretch. Last year's AAA state tournament had 7 champions from
Wood county and 7 from the rest of the state. From that fact one would assume that it would be a very close match, not a blowout. This does not even consider the AA wrestlers that could also possibly knock off a couple of the Wood county champs. The year before that there were only 3 Wood county champs. Be proud of your teams but don't be offensive to others.
Good luck to all wrestlers this season.
December 4, 2002
From: wrstlr
comments: I would have to agree with the person who thinks that the winners from a south / phs duel could take anyone in the state. If only the people from around the state could come watch how hard not only the high school wrestlers but even the pee-wee wrestlers work. From the age of 4 years old sometimes little wrestlers will work hard with one goal that is in mind. After they go watch their first high school match, they work so hard to be sometime on the mat as a high school wrestler, and to also have their name on the wall as a WV State Champion. Not taking anything away from any other team from the state, but just to see the dedication and will from all these kids from pee-wee to high school is amazing. I just wish they could actually have a match like that, so everyone will stop arguing about it on here and it would get settled. With PHS/South on top.
December 4, 2002
From: me
comments: Can't everyone give it a rest on the Hughes-Smith argument? No one is going to be proven right unless they wrestle, and since no one knows if they will what is the point of arguing about it? One more added thing... South and Parkersburg shouldn't count their state titles until they've won them.
December 4, 2002
From: #1 Cougino
comments: Delligati would win against Starsick. Starsick is strong. Delligatti is quick and able to use several moves.
-You heard it hear first, baby!
-Jack Kennedy was one cool cat on the mat! Thanks for the memories.
December 4, 2002
From: RE: TOUGHEST TOURNEY
comments: The Wendy's Brooke Classic, which includes PA powerhouses like Shaler and Cannon-McMillan, is by far the toughest tourney in WV. How many PA state champions and NCAA scholarship recipients wrestled in Winner's Choice last year? I am a loyal West Virginian, but the truth is most of our state champs would have difficulty even qualifying for the PA state tourney if for no other reason than there are 10x the number of quality wrestlers. If a high school tournament in the East does not have top PA schools participating, then it cannot be that tough. Period.
December 4, 2002
From: big mac
comments: what teams are goping to be at the brooke tournament this year. from what i have seen alot of teams are not returning such as parkersburg,john marshall,moon,howland,boardman,etc.
December 3, 2002
From: OG Alumni
comments: I would just like to wish the 2002-2003 Oak Glen Wrestling team Good Luck this season. Take it all the way!!! Should be another exciting year to watch the Oak Glen Wrestling tradition stay alive!!!
December 3, 2002
comments: The reason Hughes and Smith haven't been in the same weight class is because neither one of them duck anybody. If they both come in at 152, you'll get to see them wrestle. If they don't, then you won't. It's that simple. I just think its great the two best wrestlers in AA-A might have a chance at clashing. If they don't then Smith will have to wrestle Stewart from Cameron and if I remember correctly from Junior High and christmas past (its an expression i guess :) ) I believe that Stewart beat Shane Smith and if you want to throw this in, he is one of the only WV wrestlers I knowof the same age that owns victories over Mitch Smith. Stewart has been held out the last two years towards the end due to injury, so if he comes back healthy then I would say its a safe bet that he and Shane Smith would be a great matchup, although I am not giving him the nod just yet. Smith has already proven himself. Then throw in Cashdollar or Wharton and try to tell me who is going to c!
ome out #1 at 152 or 160 in that region. Its going to be a war i'm tellin ya!
December 3, 2002
From: werstling fan
comments: if south and phs had a duel and made up a team of the winners they would be unstopable... the WV team wouldnt even touch them.. for the simple facet that they are both outstanding teams wit outstanding, DEDICATED wrestlers... not sayin that the other wrestlers in the state aren't but they just dont know whats its like here in wood co.
December 3, 2002
From: WJ
comments: To Southsider: Is that the best you could come up with? Your original comment was obviously insulting. There is no other way to take it. Why would you feel the need to make such boastful comments in the first place? I surely am not the only one who thought it was uncalled for. Perhaps others are thinking it was too ridiculous to warrant a response. Anyway, you stirred me. Thanks.
December 3, 2002
From: Former goldne bear
comments: For everyone who thinks that Nick Duncan from Pleasant will have it easy this year. I hear that Ian Whittingtin from Oak Glen might be there, and im sure he will give Duncan a close match, especially if Shaw has anything to do about it...
Go Bears!!!
December 3, 2002
From: Point wrestling fan
comments: I happen to be the grandmother of a Point Wrestler. He is going to take first place in the state this year.
He has already placed in the states
December 3, 2002
From: wrestlinfan0204
comments: in a match between delligatti (fairmont senior) vs. starsick (north marion) who do you think would come up on top? i thnk it would be a great match to see because they are both very talented wrestlers.
December 3, 2002
comments: If you are implying that Hughes runs from anyone you are sadly mistaken. For him to wrestle any higher a weight than he did the last two seasons would have been insane because he wasn't cutting much as it is. Hughes would not run from Smith or anybody for that matter. He knows and I know that he could beat anybody in state if he works hard and stays healthy. There's no need for him to run.
December 3, 2002
From: TomCat
comments: i wish everyone would just quit predicting things untill they know for a fact that a person is in a weight class, predict the teams all you want but eveyone knows that when the state tournement rolls around it will be OAK GLEN AA/A champs and Parkersburg South AAA Champs....same ole same ole......
December 3, 2002
From: Fan
comments: I have been involved in wrestling my whole life and if there is anything i know experience matters and for a freshman like codi norman to start over senior like steve morrison is ridiculous.I will take nothing away from the boy and will even go as far to say that norman can prabobly and probably will win a wrestle off or two. I just feel that he is in no way up to par with a senior of morrisons status.you have to remember that morrison did beat hughes and bliss last year in the regional qualifer at south.
But best of luck to both these wrestlers and to all of south team. Including those who are playing in the state championship football team.
December 3, 2002
comments: I dont know why everyone is saying Hughes would beat Smith, If ya noticed the last two years , Hughes wasnt in the same weight class as Smith, hmmmm... makes ya think doesnt it.
December 3, 2002
From: MANKIND
comments: I thank you Harry Dunn for the kind words. I've also seen your predictions down thru the years and think you are very close on your picks also. as for when I will make my predictions, I'll . wait and see where everyone's weight falls,look for mid-season
P.S. I agree with super chin. WINNERS CHOICE all the way.
December 3, 2002
From: WV Wrestling Fan
comments: I would just like to say how much I enjoyed the article about the values of wrestling and how important they have become. If you haven't read it yet check it out here, http://www.wvmat.com/misc/innate.htm it's a little long but well worth it.
December 3, 2002
From: southside
comments: to WP
I express my opinions,others express theirs, thats great. I`m not insulting anyone ,any more than anyone else does when they make their opinions,ideas or feelings known. Also stop making exuses about why Wood County wins and others don`t,we won`t feel sorry for you.Opinions vary,try not to take them personal.
December 3, 2002
From: POINT FAN..
comments: Listen, you have to understand. Point is AA this year. If Duncan will win states...he will..Smith is not there. Maybe same weight, but, Ripley is AAA..OK..that should settle it..
J-BIRD- you right
December 3, 2002
From: Northern Exposure
comments: I think someone hit the nail on the head in the Hughes debate, that being "if he stays healthy." Casey has a history of pushing himself too hard and too far, and getting hurt in the process. I saw that kid straight power out from bottom at OVAC last year with the match virtually on the line (down by 1 or 2 in the 3rd) against a very strong kid from Oak Glen (Six I believe?), only to injure his knee in the process and ruin his season. A healthy Hughes is a tough bill for any wrestler, including Lord or Smith. Personally, I couldn't call it in a match between any of the three because they are just too close. Nevertheless, until someone does defeat Smith I say he's the man to beat due to his win over Lord last season. However to say Hughes couldn't stay within 3 points of Lord is a little far-fetched, but only if he's healthy.
December 3, 2002
From: South watcher
comments: I'm glad someone mentioned Morrison on here! He's a very good wrestler in his own right and deserves some notice. Although I don't know if he'd beat Bliss or Hughes regular season at their weights and when they are healthy (although I believe he could), his victories are quite impressive. And I will admit Bliss was wrestling 2 weights up after season and Hughes 3 weights in his first match back from a bad injury, but lets show some respect! This kid is good and might be a sleeper pick early on so watch out for him!
December 3, 2002
From: former east wrestler
comments: I hear that both east and west have good teams this year.
December 2, 2002
comments: to eastern panhandle fan:
pretty bold for u to think that a kid who already won states as a freshman couldnt stay within 3 points of Lord. But, I guess we'll get to see at Berkeley Springs in 2 weeks. Also just so you know, I like Casey Hughes over Lord if they meet and I like him over Smith later on in the season as well. The kid is too quick for them if he stays healthy.
December 2, 2002
From: WJ
comments: To Southsider:
It is clear that you are a more than proud supporter of Parkersburg area wrestling, although I see no point to your "cool" idea. It sounds to me like you've gotten a little carried away. Comments like that could only come from one with a very big head. I found it shameful that you seem to toss aside Williamstown. On their A-AA level, they have had one of the most successful programs in the state. When you show this level of arrogance toward our entire state, it only creates a little more disdain for Parkersburg. You are criticizing many many excellent programs when you talk this way. I have quite a bit of experience with WV wrestling, so I'm not naive. A Wood County all-stars team quite possibly could beat a best of the rest squad, but it would certainly not be a "blowout", as you put it. Southsider, go ahead and be proud of Parkersburg wrestling. Most of us share in that pride to a certain degree. Try to appreciate, however, the other excellent programs that have to work extra hard just to
have a chance. Put any of the many dedicated wrestlers out there into an organization such as Wood County Wrestling, with the ultimate in budget, booster support, facilities, fan base, feeder programs, and morale, and they too would be able to reach that elite level. I was a wrestler, and I know that to be the best you have to beat the best. PHS and PSHS undoubtedly outwork the vast majority of their opponents. All I'm saying is there is more at work here than just the kids on the mat that makes Parkersburg so strong. Don't put everybody else down so easily.
December 2, 2002
From: Super Chin
comments: OK first i would like to say that YES the OVAC is the toughest CONFERENCE in the state....but we are not ranking the state meet, the regionals or conferneces.....ok.....just the top REGULAR season tournys......and yes the Brooke classic is a good tourny, but i would still put the Domino Duals and the Winner's Choice over it. sorry thats just me.
December 2, 2002
From: wood would not win
comments: phs and pshs are all ways realy good and the best schools as a hole in the state. but the best wrestlers in the state are not from there. thank about it how many from the best all times are from there verry few . the wv wrestlers would have there hands full but they would stell win .
December 2, 2002
comments: I think that Wharton will not move away from 152 just because of Smith. There is a thing called a team concept and thats what OG goes by, and it shows. If it is better for the team for him to go at 152, then thats where he'll be...regardless of who else is in the weight.
December 2, 2002
From: WVU stud
comments: Oak Glen's McGillian is an underated wrestler and he has state tournament experience from 2 years ago at 215 when he filled in for injured Greg Six. And on top of that, he practiced with 3 time state champion Joey Caughy. I think that is great experience right there. This year he practices with Whitehill who is at 215. Whitehill has improved a ton since last year. Look out for him this year in the state tourny. Also to look out for from Oak Glen this year are Ganeau, Whittington, Flowers, Wharton, and Cashdollar.
December 2, 2002
From: Undertaker
comments: Here are the top five tourny's
5. WSAZ
4. Wheeling Duals
3. Nitro Invit
2. Brooke Classic
1. Winner's choice
i won both the Brooke Classic and the Winner's Choice.....and Winner's Choice is MUCH harder!!!!
December 2, 2002
From: Harry Dunn
comments: Just woundering when Mankind will make his predictions i have been waiting on them this year, i think you do a very acuarate job of ranking the wrestlers.......Harry Dunn
December 2, 2002
From: Lloyd Christmas
comments: well hello to all, Lloyd is back. It has been a while since i have been on, but its getting about that time of year and wrestling season is commming back. So here is the preseason Team rankings everyone has been waiting for......
AAA
1. PHS
2. South
3. East Fairmont
4. Nitro
5. Huntington/Ripley tie
AA/A
1. Oak Glen
2. Calhoun
3. Williamstown
4. Point Pleasant
5. Wirt CO.
December 2, 2002
From: The Watcher
comments: who will be in the top 6 for 215..?any predictions...if starsick stays at 215 i think he could win it
December 2, 2002
From: A Wrestler that wants states to improve
comments: I'ld like to say something about the High school state championships. I don't think it should be split up into a/aa & aaa.I think their should be a state dual meet divided into a/aa & aaa. Then the next week have the individual tournament with a/aa & aaa combined. They should split up the regions like they have been and have 32 wrestlers per weight class. Their sould also have seatings because what if there's 2 defending 3x state champions and they meet in the semi's that's just not right. In other states they do it like NJ and OH why can't we.please comment I want to Know what other people think about this. There sould only be one state champion!!!!!!!!
December 2, 2002
From: to: pt wrestling fan
comments: If you were really a Point Wrestling Fan, you would know that we are now AA...that's for 1. Number two, for us dropping down to AA, that gives alot of the decent wrestlers a great chance to shine. We had a few kids last year who wrestled 2 weight classes up do very well, and a rookie who won 21 matches with knowing three moves. The Point team has all but 2 back...including about 6 state qualifiers...so when they say Duncan will win states, listen, because Mitch Smith isn't there anymore...however, I wish he was...
December 2, 2002
From: southside
comments: I`ve got a cool idea.Have South and PHS wrestle a dual.Take the winners.Then take everybody else,in WV, and have a tourny. Take those winners.A week later have a dual, Wood County Allstars VS. WV Allstars. Then watch WC kick some tail.There would be no questions then.I would add Williamstown to the Wood County team but there is only who would have a chance to make the team,but its not a given, so WV can have him.I don`t think WC would shut out WV but it would be a blow out.
December 2, 2002
From: s fan
comments: correct me if I`m wrong but I believe at the 2002 MAWA qualifer at PSHS. Hughes of Cameron and Bliss of Brooke both got beat by Steve Morrison of South.Morrison was South`s 171. who would normally wrestle 145 or 152 but couldn`t start at those classes. Barring injuries he should start at 152 this year,and opponents should be scared.
December 2, 2002
From: Eastern Panhandle Veteran
comments: To: Eastern Panhandle Watcher
Lord is a fine young man and a very good wrestler but is no way the "best technician in WV". He's quick and confident, but can be beaten.
December 2, 2002
comments: Casey Hughes is an excellent AA wrestler but saying he would be within 3 points of Danny Lord is a streach. And here is a novel idea how bout we hold off on the predictions till we see what weight everyone is wrestling im sure 2 weeks won't kill anybody.
December 2, 2002
From: Chicken Wing
comments: After much thought, here's what I feel are the best five tourneys in WV (in alphabetical order):
Berkeley Springs Invite
Domino Duals-Wheeling
OVAC Tourney-Wheeling
Wendy's Classic-Brooke
Winner's Choice-Fairmont
If I had to rank them from toughest to weakest, that might be hard. I don't think any are weak although I would put the Domino Duals fifth on the list. The other four...depends on the year! Good luck to all wrestlers this season. It won't be long now!
December 2, 2002
comments: The heavyweight from Oak Glen (Patrick McGillian) does have state tournament experience. He wrestled 215 for OG his sophomore year (because Greg Six broke his leg). He didn't place, but his two losses came at the hands of place winners and the scores were close. So I agree that EXPERIENCE will count...
December 2, 2002
From: POINT wrestling fan
comments: I think you will find that Mitch Smith of Ripley and Nick Duncan
of Point Pleasant are in a different class this year, as Point
Pleasant is ranked a AA school .
December 2, 2002
From: BlueBlood
comments: For Just Want To Know
The top five tournaments, according to Wrestling USA Magazine, are:
1. Reno Tournament of Champions
2. Ironman
3. Beast of the East
4. Five Countys California
5. Bethlehem PA Holiday
(PHS will be at two of the top three)
For Comments #1
It would be great to see PHS & South at the OVAC. But the tournament is only open to member schools. So Sad!
December 2, 2002
comments: I hope you're not talking about McGillian when you say other heavyweights will more experience. He has plenty of experience.
December 2, 2002
From: Mr. Wrestling #2
comments: Good luck to all the Parkersburg South Football players and fans that will be traveling to the city of Wheeling for the State AAA football championships. We'll miss some of you wrestlers on the mat for a couple of weeks, but you've go some serious business to tend to. Our school has won championships in Wheeling before, just not in football...yet!
Good luck and stay healthy!
Signed, the master of the million dollar knee lift, Mr. Wrestling #2.
December 2, 2002
comments: I believe that Goneau has the advantage in a Valles-Goneau rematch just because of the program at Oak Glen. If two kids are wrestling and they are both of about equal talent and one is from Oak Glen, then I'm puttin my money on the Oak Glen kid every time because they always seem to find a way to win.
December 2, 2002
comments: people seem to forget that there are a few of last years placers and continders in the heavy weight class left to wrestle. don't count out the young men who wrestled in the state tournament last year. they will have a big advantage over this kid from oak glen. EXPERIENCE
December 2, 2002
From: Cameron Proud
comments: That "some kid from Cameron" is Casey Hughes, and he's a good one. Won a state title as Freshman, but a knee injury put him out majority of last season, and severely disabled him in states where he eventually was forced to default out of the tournament (from semis to 6th) because of it. If he gets in shape, Hughes may be the one who goes undefeated. Lord is very good, maybe better, maybe not, but don't overlook this kid like many have.
December 2, 2002
From: pt wrestler
email: j bird your wrong
comments: duncan wont win states this year
m. smith from ripley will beat him again........and your just plain out wrong........you have most of points wrestler winnning cuz i know personally that mccormick isnt gonna win
December 2, 2002
comments: Does anyone one know which Region will Bridgeport be in this year???
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