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October 31, 2001
From: george
email: curreyml@wirefire.com
QUESTION OF TRADITION- Good discussions. Not trying to upset anyone, just stating my opinion
and hopefully generating discussion. I compiled stats for state championships by schools. I
was surprised that by my count only 22 high schools have ever claimed WV state titles in
wrestling. As for counties, Wood County has 31 team championships. Hancock-9, Raliegh-9,
Marshall–8, Ohio-6, Marion–4, Roane-4. I consider Hancock, Ohio, and Brooke (1 title) northern
panhandle and two of the three have more team championships than Marion so I don’t think the
previous argument holds water. As for the statement about consolidation in my earlier post, I
was referring to Warwood & Wheeling and not the Marion County Schools. However, didn’t
Fairmont Senior absorb Rivesville in the 80s.
As for a team comprised of West, North, and (even East) wrestlers, it would indeed be tough. However, many years Marion schools are strong in the same weight classes and a combined team still might not be strong enough to beat a combined team from Wood, Marshall, or certainly a combined Panhandle team.
October 31, 2001
From: mike
comments: Anyone going to the WVU open? How do you think their team will do? I see a lot of WV natives on their roster. Hopefully, many will be entered and we will see how they do? Also heard a rumor that Regalbuto will be redshirted this year. Can anyone confirm?
October 31, 2001
From: bad boy
comments: I think that the toughest weight classes this year will be between 103,125,152, or 160. The best wrestlers are in these weight classes. Also a lot of wrestlers will be moving up from differnt weight classes into these four from what i have been hearing. One last thing remember to eat healthy and stay in shape to all wrestlers!!!! DO NOT SMOKE CIGARETTES,
October 31, 2001
From: wrestler
comments: Who all is gonna be in the 145 152 weight range for A/AA this year. I have no idea so please let me know.
October 31, 2001
From: South Wrestling Fan
comments: Someone asked how many wrestlers are on South's football team.I went over the roster and recognized about 10 or 11 wrestlers.South has qualified for the playoffs in football and depending on how far they go,some may not have enough practices to make the first match against Cabell Midland. I beleive Cabell had the same problem last year vs. South.One football who many have failed to mention(including myself)is Steve Morrison.He would probably wrestle in the 135-145 weight class and he sure will stick you on the football field!South will have a very balanced team this year and several are capable of winning it all.Good luck to all involved in this great sport !
October 31, 2001
From: SAfan
comments: I heard that St. Albans is gonna be hard to beat this year. With Joe Roberts at 130, Jansen Arnold at 135, Travis Weese at 145, and Luke Cooper at 152, and some others who will help win are Brenton Bradley at 103 and some returning juniors and some new seniors. Good Luck SA.
October 31, 2001
From: wrestling fan
comments: to:EPPP Fan: i,m not sure where you get your information... Who does Musselamn have returning to the team that made itout of regionals. It appears that they will feild a team of NEW wrestlers.....Martinsburg has several returning wrestlers with lots of mat time..
October 31, 2001
From: playahata24
comments: Does anyone have any comments on each AAA weight class this season? The teams that have a solid nucleus in my opinion are South,Martinsburgh,Fairmont Senior,East Fairmont,and Nitro. Thanks and Reply back!
October 31, 2001
comments: For those who are curious about the 103 pound class in AAA this year, a good question to ask is what are anyones chances against Robert Shyver from PHS. Barring injury or a major upset, Mr. Shyver is THE man to beat at 103. Has anyone in WV ever beaten him ?
October 31, 2001
From: Kanawha Valley Fan
comments: Comments to Phillup: Matt Easter will more than likely move up to 119, Nitro will have Anthony Easter at 103, Jacob Frerichs at 112, Allen and Creamer at 125 and 130, Ripley should stay around 140, and after that Mitch Casto, Chris McGhee, and Marshall Casto. After that who knows what wrestlers they may have picked up from other schools.
October 31, 2001
From: osama
comments: i cant wait to see junior 189 state champ andrew starsick wrestle either senior 171 state champ courntey or 215 6th place delligatti
October 31, 2001
From: HuskieWrestler
comments: I'm not for sure, but i would assume that Ray Linger will be at either 171 or 189 for Elkins this year. He is a very tough wrestler, and he placed 5th in the state at 171 last year. I look for him to be near the top wherever he's at this year.
October 31, 2001
From: Matt
comments: Hey does anyone know who is wrestling 189 this year for anyone in region 3????
October 31, 2001
From: NCman
comments: I am just starting out in wrestling. Can Someone give me a link to a site that has
the basic rules and penalities?
Editor's note: Er, um, check the page Overview of Rules, a link you will find on the front page of this site.....
October 31, 2001
From: Coach Stef
email: bsmontgomery@rtol.net
comments: Has there been a wrestling coach hired at Harper's Ferry Junior
High? I'll be the first coach to be concerned and I'm sure not
the last. As we're promoting wrestling in the middle schools
and junior highs in the state, we can't do without the coaches
who have taken Harper's Ferry wrestling to the elite. I
understand that both coaches have resigned and I can only
hope that the program will continue as it has in the past. I'm
one who appreciates the expertise from "Old Coach" as does my
student-athletes.
October 31, 2001
From: Coach Stef
email: bsmontgomery@rtol.net
comments: As I attended my rules clinic this morning I listened to the
commentary by Dr. Bill Welker. My take on the weigh-in proceures
was very clear. I'm sure each coach and parent will explain to
their student-athlete as I understand the weigh-in rule. This
rule only protects the athlete and I, for one am glad it has
been implemented.
October 31, 2001
From: onlooker
comments: Hey i was just wondering what teams people thought would be tough this year at the
jr. high level. (top 10) and if there are any teams that you thing are on the rise.
October 31, 2001
From: J.R.
email: sagrappler@aol.com
comments: this is st. albans' wrestling website www.angelfire.com/wv/sahswrestling
October 31, 2001
From: Eastern Panhandle Fan
comments: Ray Linger wrestled 171 last year for Elkins and I believe he should return as he was
only a soph. or a junior. Now if he's at 171 again or moves up to 189 that's the only
question. He is very good and much improved and should be a force to be reckoned with this
year.
October 31, 2001
comments: To Pee Wee and Junior Wrestlers
Since the seed meeting for the WV Junior State Wrestling Tournament is the day after the
Varsity State Tournament in Huntington there is talk of moving the seed meeting to Huntington.
We would like input or thoughts on this.
Thank you
Wood Co. Coaches Assoc.
October 31, 2001
From: wrestling Mom - Pam
comments: I totally agree that South has lost two outstanding coaches this year......it is very
dissappointing. But we can go on if we work as a team. I think the thing that should come first
is the wrestlers, we need to come together as a wrestling community for our kids. I have always
supported the team and believe these kids have what it takes to do it again. But we as adults
and COACHES need to support our kids... not tear them down. These are young adults and we need
to support them. They are our future! If you look for only negative thats what you will get
...if you look for the positive thats what you will get. It is very unfortunate that we lost
those two outstanding coaches they had alot to give to the program we will definitely miss
them. I for one intend to see Parkersburg South do it again!!!
I know that South has the best booster program in the state and I wish to thank all of them for
all they have done. They help to make this program what it is. Parent's and alumni from years
past you should be proud!!!
October 31, 2001
From: Fan
comments: What weight will Ballam of Hedgesville be this year?
October 31, 2001
From: SOUTH FAN
email: Ldino1@aol.com
comments: TO THE REST OF THE STATE, SOUTH IS ONCE AGAIN LOADED AND READY TO DEFEND IT'S STATE
TITLE THIS YEAR. FOUR IN A ROW. IT HAS NEVER BEEN DONE IN AAA. GOOD LUCK TO ALL THE
WRESTLERS IN TE STATE!
p.s. CAN'T WAIT TO SEE SOUTH DETROY OAK GLEN AT "THE PALACE"
October 31, 2001
From: Old coach
comments: Does anyone have any concerns on the new weigh-in changes? As I understand it, if my
wrestlers weigh-in at home at 7:00 a.m.,are all on weight, ride 2 hours to a match and weigh in
on the opposing schools scale and are 1/4 pound over, we are basically done. Their are
differences in scales and this rule does not allow for that. At tournaments you can weigh in
one time on another scale but not at duals. Why not allow the traveling team to bring a
certified digital scale and any overweight wrestler(on either team) can weigh in on either
scale. If the rule is meant to protect kids from dehydrating why not do this. The other
alternative is to make sure all your kids are a pound under which does more to hurt the kids.
Any comments?
October 31, 2001
comments: A perfect example of the weakness at 103 is at Oak Glen a couple of years ago. Zack
Zubay couldn't break into the lineup his first two years because Jason Roberts was in front of
him. Roberts was the runner-up his sophomore year but when moved up to 112 he didn't place his
junior year and was 4th his senior year. Granted Roberts was wrestling injured and should have
wrestled Gandee in the finals but still shows how much stronger 112 is than 103. Zubay was
runner-up and champ at 103. 103 is a very weak weight class. But to some people 112 and 119
are weak compared to 135-160. Most people would agree but its all opinion
October 31, 2001
comments: TO:bigj8153, You have to be kidding me! Hedgesville 99-2000 is not even close to the
best team to never win a title. Hedgs 99-00 doesnt hold a candle to the 95-96 Fairmont Senior
team. This team finished runner up to South by I believe about 10 or 15 points. Their line-up
was loaded with: Daniel Bonasso, Nicholas Hedrick, Mike Cinalli, Rassan Bates, Chris Neptune,
Andy Wilfong, Ryan Courtney, John Kruzel and Jason Parker. This FS team is far superior to the
99-00 hedgs team. NOT EVEN A CONTEST In fact the 92 through 97 Fairmont Senior teams, even the
years they finished 3rd are far superior to Hedgs 99-00. You may also want to look at the years
that South finished runner up to Parkersburgh.
October 31, 2001
From: phs fan
comments: To bigj It's easy to be undefeated as a team when you don't wrestle anybody good,can
you name one team that hedgesville wrestled in 99-00 that was ranked in the top 40 in the
country,no you can't because they didn't wrestle any of them,they didn't even wrestle south or
phs that year,besides there is no best team to never win a state title,winning the state title
is the only thing that matters.....
October 31, 2001
From: SA Wrestler (Dancing Bear)
comments: Wrestlers look out St.Albans is going to be a team to beat this year. We have a lot
of new and old faces this year. We have got a few good wrestlers from the Jr. High.
Pauley,Weese, and Bradley. Most of the others are coming back.Watch out for SA.
October 31, 2001
comments: Lucas Cappas will win the AAA 103 title.
October 27, 2001
comments: From: fan
I would like to make a few comments about the 103-pound weight class. There has been a lot of talk about whether the class is weak or not. It is my understanding that the weight classes were revised several years ago making the percentage of wrestlers in each weight class more evenly distributed. This is why the middle weight clases have only 5 pounds between the weights classes, where the small and heavy weights have larger differences between the weight classes, allowing a larger number of wrestlers to participate. Also, I sat and watched the states and saw several of what is considered very good wrestlers that when they were younger and in the same weight class as some of these smaller wrestlers were beaten by the now smaller wrestlers. This just shows that no one grows of matures at the same rate, but when equal in size that is the only time you can say who was the better of the two wrestlers. I have seen good wrestlers, that were competitive in a higher weight class. lose weight because they thought they could win a state title, only to end up winning nothing. Yes there are years that any weight class can be weak, but if you are the best for your size (without abusing the system of course) then you are a champion.
October 27, 2001
comments: What do think will be some good matches this year?
comments: Hey here are some tough weight classes in AA and AAA this year 112 119 145 215 thats what i think. What do you think?
October 27, 2001
From: informed person
comments: good luck to the young phs coaching staff and young team....the new wrestling room looks great!
October 27, 2001
From: Kanawha Fan
comments: Does anyone know who is wrestling 135 in AAA...for any schools
October 27, 2001
From: Wrestling Fan
comments: Rumor has it that SA might have a good team this year...with some help from up coming Jr. High wrestlers...and some talented seniors coming back and helping...But look out for Jansen Arnold and Joe Roberts...rumor has it that Jansen is at 135 and Joe is at 130...Good Luck SA wrestlers....
October 27, 2001
From: young wrestler
comments: Hello i am wanting to if you all know who will be in the 135 class this year in middle school i would really like to know who milton has in 135 this year
October 27, 2001
comments: To:all readers regaurding the comments from "george"----George brings up an interesting arguement about looking at the northern pan handle before Marion County. As far as individual programs I agree with whoever sent the origanal list of top 5 teams. I think that Fairmont and North both have better overall programs than Wheeling or John Marshall but certainly an arguement can be made either way. Wheeling definatley has the individual champs that speak for themselves. The most interesting element of george's submission is the idea of Northern pan handle, specifically Wheeling and John Marshall vs. Marion County, specifically FS and North. Just off the top of my head I can name from the pan handle:Cliff Ward, Chris Ward, Jason Taylor, Rod Persinger, The Jerromes, Robert Davidson, Rodd Ahller, Jim Copney, Bob Weigand, Mike Faulk, Becker, Muldrew, David Taylor, Vinnie Monseou, Scott Dunaway, Gabe Frangos, Ben Kulpa, David Taylor, Brian Gable, Gabe Frangos. For Marion County, off the top of my head: Rassan Bates, Jay Moore, Doug Moore, Jay Micheal, Adam Naternicola, Aric Naternicola, Mike Joseph, Chris Courtney, Ryan Courtney, Bill Procter, Mike Lewis, Don Courtney, Andy Wilfong, MIKE VIANI, Chris Neptune, Adam Gorbey, Ryan Besidech, Nicholas Hedrick, Daniel Bonasso, Joe Lepara, John Jezero, Jimmy Lamb, Allen Masters, Frank Jezero, Clint Masters, Truimaine Chisolm, John Carper. I could go on for both areas.I realize that I have named mainly Champs and place winners have to be factored in as well.
October 27, 2001
From: Marion County R Us
comments: George: West (Fairmont Senior High School) is not a consolidated school. North Marion is a consolidated school made up of several smaller schools.
Just for fun, if West and North did consolidate together, they would rule the state!
October 27, 2001
From: EPP Fan
comments: Hey Stat Man Hedgesville will not place any where close to where you have them this year. They are only coming back will 3 top wrestlers this year. Look for Musselman to place higher than Martinsburg.
October 27, 2001
From: Zack Zubay
comments: I just want to say good luck to all the wrestlers in the upcoming season. Also, this is to Garrett Six, Stickles, Hebrock and Caughey its up to you guys to step up and lead this year. Set a good example for the underclassmen and work hard. There isn't anything you guys can't do.
October 27, 2001
From: former pshs wrestler
comments: I think that South will be going way down hill with the resignation of the two best wrestling coaches in the state Koreski and schetter.
October 27, 2001
From: bigj8153
comments: to ch i think the best team to never win a state team title was probably Hedgesville in 99-2000 season they were really loaded
with Ballam, Drappo, Bowers, Shetler, Lord, Hess, Moats, Regalbuto, Baker they were also undeafeted as a team going into states
October 27, 2001
From: phillup
comments: does anyone know what weight matt easter will be wrestling in this year? he won the state in 112 last year... i've heard he moved up to 119 or 125... i was just wondering which ones...who does anyone think will be the top 4 in 119 in Region 3?
October 27, 2001
From: Tanya Robe
email: trobe@alleghenypower.com
comments: Does anyone have a recommendation for a quality wrestling stats program???
October 27, 2001
comments: who is goin to be at 135 this year. I heard that the smith boy down around ripley is one bad dude. I believe he has gone to a lot of camps over the summer and is prepared for he's freshmen year. I heard that the pickens kid from south is going 135 if that is true that will be a excellent match!
October 27, 2001
From: True Fan
comments: I think one competitor at 103 will be really tough for a freshman
Jarrod Shaw of Brooke high
October 27, 2001
From: UnKnown
comments: What do you people out there think about the 103 pound weight class? I think the contenders will be Anthony Easter, Felix Ossunacato and Jarrod Shaw of Brooke.
October 27, 2001
From: Jim LeMaster
comments: I stand corrected on DeWitt Stanley, Anyway he was a heck of a wrestler his JUNIOR year at 103. As an "Old Coach" I always say your memory is the second thing to go! Can't wait for the season to get rolling! In response to the question about Chris Miles - my 6th grader from last season. He has grown some but is a tweener and could go either of 2 weight classes. The kids above him (Nate Woods 37-4 as a sixth grader - WSAZ placer) and below him (Bryan DeBord - 20+ wins wrestling 85 when weighing 77 last year & also a WSAZ placer) hope he falls right in the middle nicely! and . . . so do I! I want all three of those guys in the lineup at the same time.
JL
October 27, 2001
comments: Anyone know who is wrestling 171 and 189 from Elkins? Thanks
October 27, 2001
From: Fan of Wrestling
Does anyone have an idea of how many PSHS and PHS wrestlers play football and may get a late start in practice if their football teams continue post-season?
October 27, 2001
comments: While I appreciate Dr.Welker's great commentary on the new weigh-in procedures, one statement may lead to confusion. He indicates wrestlers may not check their weight at any time prior to the official weigh in. More precisely, wrestlers may not check their weight on any "official" scale prior to weigh in. Most teams have their own digital scales and, unlike the days of the notorious balance beam scale, a wrestler should know what the official scale will indicate before he steps on.
October 24, 2001
comments: The point with 103 is as follows. Almost any wrestler improves with time. Gandee, for
example, a great wrestler, he won the states at 103 his 10th grade year. However his best years
were his 11th and 12th grade years spent at 112. Think how many other wrestlers fit into that
desciption. 103 is just a young class, few seniors are able to wrestler it. Bonasso and Gorayeb
were 1st and 2nd aaa, but do you think it's just a coincidence they were the only two seniors
in the weight class? Alot of people say "no weight class is easy". Well nothing about the sport
of wrestling is easy. While it's true no weight class is easy, some are easier than others. The
significant thing about 103 is it allows many wrestlers to experience success they otherwise
may not have known. Good luck to all 103's.
October 24, 2001
comments: About the AAU card, The IKWF in Illinois also requires an IKWF card for all wrestlers
and coaches and that every tournament has to be sanctioned by the IKWF.
About the AAU card, I'm sorry I forgot to add that the IKWF requires you to purchase an USA wrestling card in order for wrestlers and coaches to participate in tournaments. Many mid-western states require the USA cards for their wrestlers and coaches.
October 22, 2001
From: george
comments: Best traditions in state- After Parkersburg schools I think you need to look North before looking at Marion County. John Marshall and Wheeling Park definitely have more team championships than North or West. Also what schools were consolidated to form those two high schools? There seems to have been a lot of talent in the Northern panhandle for qutie some time, Warwood, Weir, Wheeling. Those older and wiser than myself can surely offer forth some info/numbers regarding these schools. However, West and North/Mannington certainly have fine traditions/history as well.
October 22, 2001
From: Dan Lass
email: danlass@hotmail.com
comments: Both AAU and USA Wrestling, the main two national organizations, require both wrestlers and coaches to participate in events. USA Wrestling also requires coaches to be certified through thier coaching program before you are allowed in the corner to coach. Not a bad idea.
October 22, 2001
comments: south upper men
140 wilkinson, scotti soph (maybe 135 if he can drop)
145 pickens, bryce jun.
145 dye sonny sen. (tough match)
152 walters, kyle soph. (maybe state champ)
160 pickens, nathan sen.
171 Daggett, chris
189 Wright Matt
215 ? help me
275 morrison, chris
October 22, 2001
From: matfan
comments: Metz will definitly dominate his weight class this year. Good luck Ryan I will be cheering for you!
October 22, 2001
From: middle school wrestler
comments: I was just wondering if anyone knows what weight class Miles from Milton Middle will be in this year. He was pretty tough.
October 22, 2001
From: Bob Wilson
email: raptorbob44@hotmail.com
comments: Dewitt was at 112 his senior year and he had two losses. But he was at 103 his junior year and went undefeated.
October 22, 2001
comments: I think the guy who wrote the best all time wrestling programs, forgot about the AA teams that should be up there like Spencer, Cameron,Williamstown, Shady Springs,Wirt Co there has been many years where those schools have put out many quality wrestlers who were not only the best in AA but the best in the state
October 22, 2001
From: Stat Man
comments: Here are the Region 2 rankings based on returning place winners
6th place=1 pt. 5th place=2 pts. 4th Place=4 pts. 3rd place=6pts.
2nd place=8 pts. 1st place=10pts.
1. East Fairmont 43-(53 with Blaine Mayle's pts from Reg.3 lst yr
2. Jefferson 37
3. Fairmont Senior 32
4. Hedgesville 26
5. Keyser 24
6. Preston 22
7. North Marion 18
8. Martinsburg 16
9. Musselman 14
10. RC Byrd 3
October 22, 2001
From: C H
comments: I have a question. Who do you all think the Best Program in the state is never to win a AAA wrestling title? I dont know i was just woundering if anyone has any ideas.
October 22, 2001
comments: Dewitt Stanley wrestled 112 as a senior in 1997, not 103. So i would say he was a big 103 saying he was really a 112lber
October 22, 2001
From: Coach Davis
comments: just to clear things up for those of you that have questions about the youngest division in the carrollton open: it is for any wrestler 8 years old and under. that means yes, it is possible that a kindergardner may be paired w/ a small 8 year old, but are there many 40-45 lb. 8 year olds around? anyway, sorry to upset some of you w/ that one, but you can't always please everyone! we really hope to see some of you west virginians up here on november 3rd. oh yea, and contrary to a comment made below by somebody who has never attended our tournament, all divisions in our tournament are competitive--even the 8 & under division. c'mon up and find out if you don't believe me! and if you need any other questions answered, my phone # is on the entry form.
October 22, 2001
From: A TRUE GENTLEMAN
comments: ANOTHER GREAT SEASON IS UPON US! I DO NOT KNOW HOW MANY FANS AND WRESLTLERS
REALIZE WE LOST A GREAT OFFICIAL TO RETIREMENT LAST YEAR. TOM WOODS ALWAYS CARRIED
HIMSELF LIKE A TRUE GENTLEMAN. HE WAS ALWAYS A TRUE PROFESSIONAL. HE KNEW THE RULES, AND UNLIKE 90% OF WRESLTING FANS
UNDERSTOOD HOW TO APLLY THEM. I WAS WITH HIM SIDE BY SIDE ON A LOT
OF MATCHES OVER THE YEARS. I CAN HONSELTY SAY, I NEVER REPEAT NEVER SEEN TOM MAKE A BAD CALL. UNPOPULAR, YES, WRONG, NEVER.
WE NEED MORE LIKE HIM IN THE SPORT. IT IS TIME FOR THE YOUNG OFFICIALS TO TAKE HIS PLACE.
ONBEHALF, OF ALL KNOWLEDGEABLE WRESTLING FANS, "THANK YOU TOM, JOB WELL DONE."
October 22, 2001
From: MARION ATHORITY
comments: TO:Jim Lemaster. Jim, I can see what you are saying and I agree that there are good wrestlers at 103, however, 103 lacks depth. ......Their is usually a big difference between Freshman and Seniors. Many good wrestlers are poor their Freshman years and then grow and develop into thier top form. Dewitt Stanley looked so big because he was losing a substantial amount of weight to make 103. I have my doubts that he would have beaten Jay Golden, the 112 champ.......
October 20, 2001
From: Just curious although surely In the right on this
comments: I know that you have probably been over this before, I am not sure though as I am not
a regular reader of this page. I was recently engaged in an arguement with some realitives
from other areas in WV. The topic of our arguement was WV high school wrestling. There was
considerable disagreement as to the all time top wrestling programs in the state. I am curious
to see what anyone has to say. I believe that the top 5, based on state place winners and
quality wrestlers are:
1. Parkersburgh High
2. Parkersburgh South
3. Fairmont Senior
4. North Marion
5. Wheeling Park
October 20, 2001
From: Jim LeMaster
comments: To Marion Authority,
I beg to differ about 103. Some of those mentioned have score high at national competition
such as Fargo. In addition, many of them went on to wrestle in college. True, they were bigger
by the time they were seniors in some cases but they are still the same people. One domnating
senior 103 that comes to mind was DeWitt Stanley who went undefeated his senior year. HE was
from Brooke and the "Biggest" 103 I have ever seen. I honestly feel he could have won the state
at 112 that year also. I am not a Brooke fan. I just call 'em as I see 'em!
October 20, 2001
From: Mike Kolb
email: makolb9609@aol.com
comments: Parkersburg will be hosting a youth wrestling tournament on 12/15 and I would like to
know if an AAU card is necessary to participate? If so, will this card be required to compete
in the annual youth tourney they host? I know of no other sanctioning body that requires
wrestlers and coaches to purchase a membership card in order to participate.
October 20, 2001
From: fan
comments: I dont know why people are tring to predict the weight classes without the season
even started. Like i know Calhoun they told me they had a kid from Ohio wrestling 103 for
them. He can almost beat Morris. We also have some could kids out this year, so please quit
predicting the classes before hand. Also Oak Glenn is not going to win the state championship
I do believe Cameron will but Williamstown(me) will be close.
October 20, 2001
comments: You know the people who get on here and brag are not as tough as they think they are. yet the ones u never hear from are really the best.
October 20, 2001
From: Kris Wilcoxen
comments: To small fry mom:
I guess that the weight class for the Carrollton T is 8&U. That does make it open for K & up but not very competitive in that age group. It's also the only T around other that Hyde PA which is a ways for me ( I live in Mineral Wells). I gonna take my small guy any way though cause he's "chompin at the bit to start this season".
bretzach@wirefire.com
October 20, 2001
From: Kanawha Valley Fan
comments: Look out Kanawha Valley and Region 3. St. Albans is on the way back. They will have several exciting sophs from Hayes and McKinley Jr. Highs. Chad Pauley, Travis Weese, and Britain Bradley to name some. They will add seniors that should have been there the last few years. The word is out that Luke Cooper, Josh Samples, and Jeremy Binion will wrestle this year. Add these fine wrestlers to the solid senior duo of Joe Roberts and Jansen Arnold and the returning juniors Tony Baker, Matt Shinault, Aaron(Dancing Bear)Racer, Amadi Wokpara, and you can see that St. Albans wrestling is well on the way back. The word out also has several athletic seniors wanting to try their hand at wrestling this year. Expect good things from St. Albans this wrestling season. Could they contend for the championship at their own Red Dragon Duals? We shall see!
October 20, 2001
From: DB
comments: Hey all you people thinking im wrestling 103 this year im not im wrestling 112. My brother watch out B/c Cody and i have hitting the weights and watch out for SMHS we have a full team this year.
October 20, 2001
From: observer
comments: Watch out for Cameron in AA-A this year. They bring Kelly Hughes in at 103, where I would say he is a favorite even as a freshman.At 112 you have Noah O'Neil who was 5th as a frosh, 119 you have Brandon Antill who qualified last year, 125 Kotson should be a favorite, placed last year, 130 may be Yoders, 135 Casey Hughes or he will be at 140 all I have to say is this kid is going to win it 4 times, he is too good of an athlete. 140 Joel O'Neil who should win it this year, 145 Isaac Stewart who beat the best in the state as a freshman should come up victorious in february, 152 may be Brown or Kupfer, the other will go to 160. I look for Kupfer to repeat whether or not Stickles stays at 160. Brown should be primed to take top honors too as he has placed 3 times in the state tournament. 171 curt meyer is a returning 2 time placer and will score big, 189 and 215 could be the dragons downfall in duals, but should matter little in the state tournament as cameron could win!
5 or 6 individual titles and they will place in other spots. 275- if beresford comes back out, he is a monster of an athlete and should place at states easily. qualified last year. I doub tOak Glen takes top honors this year but you never know with Coach Shaw still up there....
October 20, 2001
From: South01
comments: Does anyone have a copy of the South Schedule, if so please postiit, or update the team page, thanks a lot
October 20, 2001
From: small fry mom
comments: I'm also trying to find out about the Carrollton tournament. Is it k-12 or 8u ?
October 20, 2001
From: Super-er Man
comments: Oh yeah...Anthony "The One" Delligatti is back!
October 20, 2001
From: TO: Mousemom
comments: How many of the wrestlers you allude to won the 103 wt. class as a senior? The fact of the matter is that the 103 class is usually freshmen wrestling freshman and not upperclassmen. Thus, by definition it is the weakest of all wt. classes every year.
October 20, 2001
From: southfan01:
comments: To south wrestling fan sorry i meant four im just so ready for the season to start i can't think straight.I get so confused when its time for wrestling to start.GO SOUTH #1 BEST OF LUCK TO METZ GO FOR THE STATE.
October 20, 2001
comments: does anyone know any 130 lbs guys that are wrestling there this year
From: girl
comments: hey kids...good luck to all the wrestlers:)
October 16, 2001
rom: To: Just Wandering
comments: AA-103 Bryan Snuffer Independence. Great kid, been hitting the weights this summer
and has gained weight. Will make a good solid 103 for the Patriots.
October 15, 2001
From: Todd
email: todd@wvufan.com
comments: Internet access at wvufan.com now available....Just thought you all may be interested..
October 15, 2001
From: just guessing
comments: Look for Chris Morrison at 215. If he can't cut the weight, either junior Wes Young or sophomore Ryan Williams
will be there. Sorry for the grammar mistakes, I'm to lazy to use the dictionary.
October 15, 2001
From: Just Wandering...
email: liteweightkat@aol.com
comments: Anyone looked at the AA 103 division for someone who they think sticks out? I know I have, but I would like to
know what others think. So instead of posting my opinion and having people argue, I'm asking what you guys think. Thanks
October 15, 2001
comments: In the jr. high competition, who do you think will win the counties in wood county and who do you think will have
the best shot at most valuable wrestler?
October 15, 2001
From: South Wrestling Fan
comments: Please don't confuse me with "southfan".I try not to say things on here that may offend others.To southfan01, we
won our 3rd straight last year and will be trying for our 4th straight this season.Someone asked who may fill South's 215
weight...as I mentioned in an earlier post, it looks like junior Wes Young may win out. good luck to all the West Virginia
schools in the upcoming year!
October 15, 2001
From: Kris Wilcoxen
email: bretzach@wirefire.com
comments: Does any one know the correct structure for the Carrollton tournament? The form says 8&U but in the forum it
says the tournament is for K-12. Please E-mail me bretzach@wirefire.com
October 15, 2001
From: Jim LeMaster
lemastermu@hotmail.com
comments: Can anyone out there fill me in on Date and places for Middle school/ Jr. High tournaments in Kanawha County
and surrounding areas. I coach at Milton in Cabell county and we need a couple more weigh ins. Thanks!
October 15, 2001
From: Marion Authority
comments: To: mousemom Fact: There are easy weight classes every year in West Virginia. Some are terribly easy such as
215 the past few seasons. 103 is another prime example of a typicaly easy weight class. You may be able to name a decent
wrestler or two but that certainly does not make the weight class tough. The fact that you were so liberal in naming good
wrestlers at 103 is an example of how week the class has been.
October 12, 2001
From: wvmatman wounder
comments: Does anyone know what weight classes Dimond from C.M. will be at this year,and Mayes
from H.H. will be at this year as well??
October 12, 2001
comments: Does anyone know a tenative list of teams/wrestlers going to the B-U preseason
tournament
October 12, 2001
comments: Does anyone know whether the Jefferson Junior Wrestling Team is going to hold the
Cougar Invitational Tournament that they have had in the past. Please post any information the
tournament on the tournament schdeule of reply on the forum.
October 12, 2001
From: mousemom
comments: TO: south fan
To quote from your last forum submission, ..."103 is never really a tough weight class...".
Never, huh? Well the first couple of names that come to my mind are Sammy Bonasso, Matt
Easter, Jonathon Delligatti, Zach Zubay, Ash Wenmoth, Ash Gandee, Matt Stevens, Chris Johnson,
Jacob Frerich, Lucas Cappas... Get the hint? There is no easy weight class.
October 12, 2001
From: wrestler
comments: i have been told that metz is staying at 119 this year, and I now know, matt wright
is wrestling 189... but does anyone know who will fill the 215 spot?
October 12, 2001
From: hedgesvillefanm
comments: Can anyone tell me how many weighins highschool wrestlers are allowed to have in a
season prior to regionals and states. Or if someone could tell me where to get that info it
would be greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance.
October 12, 2001
comments: i dont no if its the same metz your talking about but eric metz from calhoun is
wrestling 130 this year. and my predictions for him this year are nothing less then state
finals.
October 12, 2001
From: Fan
comments: Felix last name is Osuna Cotto
October 12, 2001
From: Youth wrestling dad
comments: Not to be snide, but I find it quite funny that "long time wrestling mom" incorrectly
spelled the word GRAMMAR while chastising the rest of us to use a dictionary. As the saying
goes, physician heal thyself.
October 12, 2001
comments: I didnt even know they made headgear that had ear pieces in them, but thanks for
answering my question.
October 12, 2001
From: southfan01
comments: TO BATMAN
HELLO I MEAN WE ONLY HAVE THE BEST TEAM IN THE STATE OF WV ARE TEAM IS STACKED THIS YEAR.WE
HAVE ALMOST EVERY WEIGHT CLASS FILLED WE WILL WIN THE STATE AGAIN FOR THE THIRD YEAR AND MORE
THEN LIKELY ARE FOURTH YEAR TOO AND EVERYONE KNOWS IT TO GOOD LUCK TO EVERYONE THIS SEASON I
CANT WAIT.GO SOUTH #1
October 12, 2001
From: Wrestling mom
comments: Dear south fan, I believe that your comments on the dog dying was very insensitve and
uncompassionate. Like you said look what is happening all around us and have more compassion
for your fellow man,And issue Mr. Crisp an apology. Maybe he just needed an opportunity to vent
and felt at home on WVMAT. I have seen MANY more posts that were even stupid. Dave, I am
sorry for the loss of your childhood pet, as I am sure many others are too, My heart goes out
to you, and I feel confident in saying that WVMAT is like a family in many ways and didn't feel
that it was an inapproiate post. Love and prayers to all fellow Americans.
October 12, 2001
From: HuskieWrestler
comments: This is in response to Long Time Wrestling Mom's post about bad spelling and
"grammer". You say that there is a dictionary and thesaurus for everyone to use. Perhaps you
should give it a look, because it is spelled grammAr, not "grammEr". Not trying to insult you
here, I just feel that if you are going to correct people you should make sure you yourself are
correct first.
October 10, 2001
From: wrestling fan
comments: what wieght is metz going to this year does anyone no?
October 10, 2001
From: wrestler
comments: yes, south will, as of now, I would think felix osunacotto, if i spelled it right,
will fill the 103 spot at south...
October 10, 2001
From: Long time wrestling Mom...
comments: I am an avid reader of the forum, and have been since its "birth". I am amazed by
the use of bad grammer and misspelled words. There is a dictionary and thesaurus for
your use....PLEASE USE IT. This transgression seems to be by both adults and kids. Proof read
your copy before submitting it, it will make it easier on us "ole folks". Thanks...
October 10, 2001
From: og fan
comments: Good luck to all the oak glen wrestlers this year~! You guys are awesome~!
October 10, 2001
From: south fan
comments: yes you are correct we do have all weights covered including 103 which is felix
osuna cota hes an outsttanding wresttler he'll impreess the state this year i think h e has a
chance to win the whole thing this year 103 is never really a tough weight class but hes a
very tough wrestler .
October 10, 2001
From: studmar135
comments: I am a former wrestler and I have seen Kyle Turnbull wrestle for years, I know he
will be a state champion this year. I am willing to bet on it. He more then held his own as a
freshman last year. Also The university wrestling team lost
many of there leaders last year, but I already see seniors stepping up as leaders for this
year. I have a feeling if Travis Rose and Brain Hoxter keep working the way they have they are
going to shock many people this year. Soo you better keep your eyes open for them this year.
Good luck U-High. I will be there to watch you on your way to Hunnington. Before you walk out
on the mat I want you to say in your mind, "As I walk through the valley of the shadow of death
I am the baddest *%$@#! alive." If that doesnt get you ready to wrestle then I dont know
what will.
October 10, 2001
From: GhostRider
comments: Congrats to Matt Warner & David Bonecutter on their placements at the Tri-State
Freestyle Invitational. Warner finished 2nd and Bonecutter 3rd. Also good luck to all the
Point Pleasant Wrestlers on this upcoming season. Keep up the hard work boys!
October 10, 2001
From: South Wrestling Fan
comments: Someone asked about South's 103 pound weight class. Senior Justin Conley
returns(although I don't know his weight at present) and incoming soph. Felix Osuna-Cotta will
probably man this weight class.He is a 3 time Wood county champ.Also,we have senior Chris
Morrison(3rd at 275 last year) returning at that weight.
October 10, 2001
From: The Beast
comments: Hey uhu what is this about Andrew Starsick winning the states??
October 10, 2001
From: Coach Powers
comments: To the person questioning electronic communication between coaches and wrestlers. The
rule was instituted to stop the use of the headgear with built in earpieces, through which the
coach could speak directly. Like the NFL uses.
October 10, 2001
From: south fan
comments: Dave Crisp, I would think your dog's death would be the least of anyone's worries.
No disrespect but I feel it was a stupid post. I mean look what is going on around you. I
think you are wasting everyones time buy putting such a stupid post up. I am sure my comments
won't be posted, but if they are please thing out posts a little before putting them up, use a
little common sense.
October 10, 2001
From: SA Wrestler
comments: I would like to wish a speedy and fast recovery to Saint Albans Assasiant Coach Pete
Roberts wo suffered a heart attack recently. Were going to miss you if your not back by
wrestling season.
October 7, 2001
comments: Here is the new East Fairmont Wrestling site www.geocities.com/efwrestling2002
October 7, 2001
From: wrestling fan
comments: I think the Point Pleasant High Wrestling program will be one of the best this year.
Even though they lost alot of good seniors last year they have alot of terrific wrestlers.I
think the top seniors(M. Warner, D.Dewees) will really go far this year. I think this will be
there year. They have alot of great juniors this year to. So good luck to all wrestlers. Just
do your best!Go Point!!!!
October 7, 2001
From: Dave Crisp
comments: i just wanted to say my dog that watched all my matches when i was younger died
yesterday. i will miss him.
October 7, 2001
From: South Fan
comments: comments to South Wrestling Fan: You have all the weights covered except for the lowest weight of 103. Will South have anyone who can fill that spot?
October 4, 2001
email: Sheiladye3@cs.com
comments: Does anyone know of any High School Tournaments around Waynesburg, PA? If so ,
please let me know. Thanks
October 4, 2001
comments: There is already alot of talk about high school wrestling, and it should be a great
year. I believe in Junior High that Edison is going to have the best team ever and predict
they will go all the way this year.
October 4, 2001
From: E. Panhandle Fan
comments: Obviously though you can't read. I said kid's future's were at stake, not their
lives. There is a big difference. Also for you to infer that kids either already at the high
school level or soon to be already have enough knowledge, maturity and guidance to lead
themselves as opposed to having a coach is absolutely idiotic. Basic skills they possess but
leadership is one of the learning experiences that comes in the total package called high
school sports. Why stop there...I'm sure you feel that they already know their ABC's so why
the need for English teachers grades 9 thru 12? Get real!
October 4, 2001
From: South Wrestling Fan
comments: To curious george: Matt Wright filled in for Aaron McCartney last at 215 in South's
1st match of the season.He was at that time lighter and wrestled 189 for South last year. It
looks like Grogg at 112 ,Metz at 119 ,and Bosely at 125 again this year."Boz" can wrestle about
any weight class he sets his mind to do so.Look for some Sophs to fill the void at 130 and
135,and, there are some goods ones !Bryce Pickens will man the 135 or 140 weight,Sonny Dye at
145 and maybe Kyle Walters at 152.Nathan Pickens at 160,Mr. Daggett at 171 and Matt Wright at
189.At least that is the word on the street.Good luck.
October 4, 2001
From: small fry mom
comments: coach davis on the forum you state your tour. is k-12 all ages , the open page says
8&u is that the youngest age group? would my 6 yr old in the first grade be wrestling up to
eight year olds?
October 4, 2001
comments: Wirt County High School Wrestling Team is looking for teams to fill a Quad at Wirt
for January 23rd. If you are interested, please call Coach Toby Ray at 304 275-4750 evenings
or the High School, Mr. Tim Derico or Mr. Ken Heiney at 304 275-4241
October 1, 2001
rom: Coach Davis
comments: Once again, this is just a reminder that our pre-season open tournament will be held
on November 3rd in Carrollton, OH. It is open to all ages from K-12. In an earlier post, I put
that Carrollton was located 30 miles east of Weirton--I was wrong. Sorry! It is 30 miles WEST
of Weirton. It's also an hour from Wheeling and 2.5 hours from Morgantown. For more info,
click on 'Youth/Open Wrestling' icon on the WV Mat home page. Hope to see y'all there!
October 1, 2001
From: FROM FORMER WRESTLERS WIVES
comments: OUR NAMES ARE SAMALLA ROBERTS,AND LEE ANN STOVER.SAMALLA'S HUSBAND IS BOBBY
ROBERTS, FORMER WRESTLER FOR SOUTH, AND 1995 STATE CHAMPION, LEE ANN'S HUSBAND IS TY STOVER,FORMER
WRESTLER FOR PHS. TY AND BOBBY ARE BROTHER IN LAWS, AND OUR BOTH IN THE UNITED STATES
MILITARY. BOBBY IS AN INFANTRYMAN IN THE UNITED STATES ARMY,AND TY IS IN THE UNITED STATES
MARINE CORPS, AND THEY ARE BOTH VERY PROUD TO BE SERVING THEIR COUNTRY. THERE ARE MANY WRESTLERS
WHO HAVE SERVED THERE COUNTRY, AND ARE STILL SERVING THERE COUNTRY. WE MISS OUR HUSBANDS VERY
MUCH,BUT WE KNOW THEY ARE DOING GOOD, PROTECTING OUR COUNTRY FOR US AND EVERYBODY ELSE
SINCERELY,MRS.ROBERTS,AND MRS.STOVER
AND CONGRATULATIONS TO SAMALLA AND BOBBY ON HAVING A BEAUTIFUL BABY BOY SEPTEMBER 17, HIS
NAME IS JENNINGS EDWARDS ROBERTS,4TH. NICK NAME (BUDDY)
October 1, 2001
From: curious george
comments: To South Wrestling Fan,
Matt Wright at 189/215?? Maybe I am wrong but isn't he a lot smaller than that? I thought he
would be at 160/171 depending on Pickens and Daggett. Oh well, I've been wrong before, it will
happen again.
If Bosley stays at 125, some excellent wrestler will be wrestling JV.
Thanks for responding,
george
October 1, 2001
comments: about not having a coach for the hedgesville wrestling program. I don't think you
can say that kids lifes are at stake. I know what is at the program now and what is coming up.
I know hat the kids that are already on the team have been there a long time and know the way......
October 1, 2001
From: JC FAN
comments: Is it true or not,will Musselman not have a team this year because their coach is
going to hedgesville? That is what is going around at JCHS.
September 30, 2001
From: Stat Man
comments: As the wrestling season nears, the talk and hype begin to build, but let's wait at
least until after a few weeks of wrestling to start making predictions, all you are doing now
is geusing, every year you have sleepers, in every weight class, whether it be an up and coming
freshman, or a jv wrestler ready to step into his own, or wrestlers from smaller schools that
work there butt of and dont get the publicity. This year, in AAA, South in all likelihood will
dominate, that's not a geuss that's an educated prediction, but this year's individual titles,
are more wide open than i've seen in a long time.
September 30, 2001
From: private pyle
comments: Fairmont Seniors line up should look somethin like dis
103-Lisa Schneider
112-Alan Ford
119-CC Crites
130-Max Stalnaker
135-Hunter Delligatti
145-Scott Hartlieb
152-Anthony Delligatti
160-Kirk Naternicola
171-Gavin Jones
189-Jeff Courtney
215-Matthew Delligatti
275-Jay singlegatti
September 30, 2001
From: South Wrestling Fan
comments: To curious george: Word has it that Matt Bosely may stay at 125 next year and the 215
pounders may be Matt Wright(189 more likely) or junior Wes Young.My last post I forgot to
mention returner Justin Conley(6th at 103). Sorry Justin, I thought you graduated .
September 28, 2001
From: curious george
comments: Hey what weight will South's Bosley be at? Also who will they have at 215? I can
guesstimate most of their line-up, but have no inside info. Just checked out last year's
line-up and upcoming sophs. They look to be stacked again-only lost 3 starters from last years
team.
Also anyone have any ideas of what fairmont seniors line-up will look like? They could be a sleeper.
September 28, 2001
comments: New rule for 2001-2
How can a coach communicate electronically with a wrestler? It must have happened for them to
make it illegal. Please comment.
September 28, 2001
From: uninformed
comments: were wilkinson wrestling even if he is? he showed alot of ability at wsaz and other
tournaments the kid looks like he had alot of potential is he gonna get to go to 140 or 145?
September 28, 2001
From: E. Panhandle Fan
comments: Coach Whittington's retirement and the resignation of Coach Fultineer have left the
Wrestling Program at Hedgesville High School with a major void. Someone has to step up and
take over this program. There is too much talent coming up over the next 5 years from the
local feeder programs to let this drift into an abyssmal void. I'm sure someone will at the
last minute step in to save everything. But will they know wrestling and be good for the
program. Good intentions may not necessarily provide the best leadership for the program. Some
qualified and eager person needs to step up to the plate and take this over...now! Kids
futures are at stake......
September 28, 2001
From: Oak Glen
comments: I know we have lost many great leaders on the team. But there are leaders in the
making as we speak. There will be big surprises this year with people stepping up and taking
the challenge head on....and deafeating it. I am anxious to see what happens and see these
people develop into champions. Watch out, we're back with a vengence.
September 27, 2001
From: Ken Chertow
email: chertow@olympianwrestling.com
comments: Congratulations to Anthony Easter on USA Wrestling National Chamopionship! Your many
years of commitment are paying off.
September 27, 2001
From: Wrestling Fan!!
comments: I would just like to say how much i respect Point PLeasant's wrestling team!
There is 1 wrestler that i really respect is Matt Warner!!! Warner is a great wrestler an di
believe that if he wrestlers up to his whole ability that he has a chance to win the state
turny. Warner finished 6th last year and that is not bad for a whoel state compition. My vote
is on Warner in whatever weight class he is in. Where ever he is at I believe that this young
man could be the next state champ in his weight class. So, if you have Warner in your weight
class, be read, be prepared, and have your head on right cuz he is there to distroy!!
September 27, 2001
From: Observer
comments: A couple of weeks ago, i watched the East Fairmont Football team play University, and
i couldnt help but notice that their starting fullback, was State placewinner Blaine Mayle, and
he will be a great addition to East Fairmont's Wrestling team, but University still looks like
the frontrunner for the NCAC title.
September 27, 2001
From: South Wrestling Fan
comments: To uninformed: I have been told that several newcomers may help South next year
including Sean Smith,Seth Young,Corey Porter,Felix Osuna-Cotto and Kyle Walters.Watch next year
as more will follow.Add these outstanding young men to the South returners including: Shane
Grogg,Ryan Metz,Matt Bosely,Bryce Pickens,Sonny Dye,Nathan Pickens,Chris Daggett,Matt Wright
and Chris Morrison and 4 in a row looks very possible !
September 23, 2001
from: uninformed
comments: I was just kinda wondering and no I do not mean this in a wrong way; but does Parkersburg South have any room whatsoever for 9th graders I knew the rule had changed and I know of some pretty good ninth graders this year Sean Smith from blenny and I really dunno the Edison kids that well but I am sure there must be a few wanting to come up.anyways thats all i wanna know if you think any of the 9th graders will come up and join the big boys this year
September 23, 2001
From:
ROTYLER1DT@aol.com
Does anyone know when or if his camp will be this fall? Please forward any helpful information. Thanks
September 15, 2001
Congrats to
Lucas Cappas from Morgantown High, NHSCA academic all-american
September 15, 2001
From: Hedgesvillefanm
comments: After the terrorist attacks tuesday I would like to express my condolences and best
wishes to any families that may have been affected by these attacks. With the eastern panhandle
being so close to Washington D.C. there is the possibility that some of the wrestlers in this
area had friends, families, loved ones working in the D.C. area my heart goes out to them. Also
to anyone who is currently serving in the armed forces or is helping with the aftermath as
military, firefighters, police officers etc. My best wishes and good luck to you all. I have
two friends from different parts of West Virginia who are both WV reservists who are waiting
for the call and another that is already overseas in the middle east. Good luck to you all and
again to anyone who will be involved in this and to your families good luck, God Bless and God
speed in finishing this and coming home safe. May God bless us all by giving us as peaceful a
solution to this nightmare as possible.
September 15, 2001
comments: The WVU wrestling team is looking good so far this year. Keep it up for your
hometown boys from West Virginia (freshman): Gaelen Lowers, Tyler Hughes, Trent Casto and the
from South, Dagget. They're all working hard and hope to contribute to a good season.
September 12, 2001
From: OG fan
comments: Here's my prediction Oak Glen WILL DOMINATE again this year! ~!GOOD LUCK TO ALL THE
WRESTLERS!~
September 12, 2001
From: David Jeffrey
email: uspf@netassoc.net
comments: Entry forms for the AAU state tourney are noe available. I am currently attempting to
put together a board of directors from different areas of the state in effort to get equal
representation for everyone. Anyone interested can email me at uspf@netassoc.net
September 12, 2001
From: Coach Davis
comments: On Nov. 3rd, we will be hosting the annual Carrollton Open in Carrollton, Ohio. The
tournament features many of NE and Central Ohio's top wrestlers grades K-12. The tourney has
been growing each year (last year 350 wrestlers from OH, WV, MICH, and PA), but this year we
would like to see more participants from WV. Carrollton is only 30 miles east of Weirton and
about 60 miles from Wheeling. We're 2.5 hours from Morgantown. If you're looking for top-notch
competition to tune you up for the upcoming season, this is the place to be! For details click
on "Youth/Open Wrestling" above.
From: PHS WRESTLING FAN,AND MOTHER
comments: FROM A FAN, I WOULD LIKE TO CONGRATULATE FORMER PHS WRESTLER TY STOVER,AND HIS NEW
WIFE LEEANN STOVER,A 2000 GRADUATE OF ST.MARY'S HIGH SCHOOL ON THEIR MARRIAGE AUGUST 20 2001 AT
CALVARY BAPTIST CHURCH IN ST.MARY'S WEST VIRGINIA,TYLER'S BEST MAN WAS ALLSO A FORMER PHS
WRESTLER AND A 2 TIME STATE CHAMPION MATT GEORGE.TYLER AND LEEANN MAKE A VERY CUTE COUPLE AND
YOU CAN TELL THAT THEY WERE MEANT TO BE TOGETHER.I WISH THEM THE BEST OF LUCK IN THE
FUTURE,CONGRATULATIONS,FROM A FAN..
September 12, 2001
There is a new movie coming out next week all about wrestling and based on a true story. It's
an independent production and is being self-released so the only place to see it will be at the
Hollywood Theatres in Washington, PA from September 14th through the 18th. The 'actors' are
actually wrestling champions. The movie is called Reversal, and you can check it out and even
link to their webpage at www.reversalthemovie.com .
Mousemom
September 12, 2001
From: X 2 timer
comments: to the person on aug 14 who wrote all the wrestlers who should have won but didnt...
how can you say that?.. if they SHOULD have won... then they WOULD have.... the wrestler who
brings his a game to state and knows how to win and will win when it really matters is the
wrestler who SHOULD win and WILL win... there is no way to judge who should win until you see
the results.. and the person who wins is the one who should have won
September 6, 2001
comments: I would like to congratulate both Jeff Noechel and Aaron McCartney, both who wrestled in the state finals last year on making the WVU football Team, and I wish both of you the best of luck.
September 6, 2001
From: south sis
comments: Hey i dunno much about wrestling but how can people make predictions already.. i mean some guys coming up from junior high people have never seen that are great athletes and maybe if they pick it up you never know whats gonan happen..and ijust dont understand how you can seriously before the season even starts think that you could possibly know whos gonna win what
September 6, 2001
From: Flying Eagle Fan
comments: Guess who's been doing a little camping this summer ? The boys from Beckley have, that's who ! Some of the Eagle grapplers have spent time with Craig Turnball and Zeke Jones at WVU and a few of the boys ventured to Huntington to spend a little quality time with Ken Chertow at his Gold Medal Training Camp. Will it equal a team state championship ? Probabley not. But it does prove that the boys are dedicating themselves to improving and bringing the Flying Eagle program back up to a level that is respectable. State qualifiers and top wrestlers, Ryan Bosticb>October 31, 2001
comments: i think jarrod shaw from brooke has the true talent to win 103 if he keeps working
hard i think he's gonig to give a lot of good matches and make everyone run for there money
good luck jarrod
October 31, 2001
From: george
email: curreyml@wirefire.com
QUESTION OF TRADITION- Good discussions. Not trying to upset anyone, just stating my opinion
and hopefully generating discussion. I compiled stats for state championships by schools. I
was surprised that by my count only 22 high schools have ever claimed WV state titles in
wrestling. As for counties, Wood County has 31 team championships. Hancock-9, Raliegh-9,
Marshall–8, Ohio-6, Marion–4, Roane-4. I consider Hancock, Ohio, and Brooke (1 title) northern
panhandle and two of the three have more team championships than Marion so I don’t think the
previous argument holds water. As for the statement about consolidation in my earlier post, I
September 6, 2001
From: annual
email: Bodean44Takedown@aol.com
comments: Just a couple quick predictions. First, Oak Glen will not dominate their entire dual season as in the past. South will rout them in the 'burg, and Cameron will break their regional stranglehold (as they should have last year). Winning the states will prove even more difficult for both "A" squads, while South may stretch the winning margin to new limits.
September 6, 2001
comments: Copied the following off PA website. Wrestlers looking for preseason tournaments might be interested in going north. Waynesburg, Washington, and West Allegheny (1/2 to 1 hour from morgantown and wheeling) are not too far for wrestlers in north/central wv. Meadville and Sharon for northern panhandle. IF anyone decides to go let us know. I'm sure we'd be interested in the results. I think some of Hedgesville wrestlers competed in some of these last year, maybe others too.
Tentative Schedule Fall Qualifier Tournaments Fall Schedule 2001 Week 1 Saturday Sept . 22Washington High School Jeff Breese 724-663-4321 Week 1 Sunday Sept. 23Butler Intermediate HS Scott Stoner 724-387-5078 Week 2 Sunday Sept. 30 State College High School Jack Galloway 814-466-6213 Week 3 Saturday Oct. 6 Seneca Valley High School Joe Montebono 724-- 865-0085 Week 4 Saturday Oct. 13 Meadville High School John Stanford 814-337-0859 Week 5 Saturday Oct. 20 Punxsutawney High School Lee Weber 814-939-8941 Week 5 Sunday Oct. 21 Sharon High School Dave Ciafre 724 346-4719 Week 6 Saturday Oct. 27 West Allegheny High School Jon Denk 724-695-8110 Week 7 Saturday Nov. 3 Waynesburg High School Joe Throckmorton 724-627-7963 Week 7 Sunday Nov. 4 Parkland High School Jim Best 610-439-3291 Week 8 Sunday Nov.11 PAWF Fall States Mt Nittanny Middle School Jack Galloway 814-466-6213 Note: Weigh-in at all Qualifiers is 10:00 AM---10:30 AM Wrestling Begins: 11:30 AM USA/W PAIRERS AND OFFICIALS USED AT ALL QUALIFERS AND STATES
September 1, 2001
From: hedgesvillefanm
comments: Just wanted to say good luck to all the ex hedgesville wrestlers who have graduated and are now out either going to college this year or working. I know that Bryan Moats is going to William and Penn in Iowa to wrestle good luck to you this year. Jared Hess going to Potomac State. And Anthoney Regalbuto coming back from injuries looking to make a big impact in college wrestling. Good luck to all three. And good luck to other graduates of Hedgesville if you have gone on to college good luck with the grades if working good luck with that. Hope to see some of you at some tournaments this year. I know a couple will be wrestling in the WVU open I can't wait for that. Anyway good luck with your grades, your wrestling if you are continuing in that, and everything. Attack life like you all did wrestling and you should be fine. Also thanks for the great wrestling you all gave me and the rest of the fans over the years. It seems like just yesterday that Moats, Hess, and Regalbuto were on the mats as 5 and 6 year old bantams and now they are all heading off to college. Man time flies. Anyway thank you to all the ex hedgesville wrestlers and good luck with everything in life and keep in touch.
September 1, 2001
From: Can't wait for the season.
comments: Feeling pretty bored and started thinking about what might be the best weight class next year. My thought depending on what weights people end up at would be 189. Wouldn't it be nice if Daggett, Courtney, Thomas, Linger, Starsick, and Miller all end up at 189. I know it won't happen though. No Way all of them stay at the same weight. However, will also make 171 nteresting
Following individuals returning from last year might be close to those weights. Last years weight, grade, and stats Q= state qualifier
160 2nd state: Chris Taylor, John Marshall, junior, 33-9 4th 152 as soph Q- Brandon Geary, East Fairmont, sooph, 36-15 Q- Jarod Diamond, Cabell Midland, jun, 32-10 Q- Patrick McCutcheon, Nicholas County, jun, 29-10 171 1st: Jeff Courtney, Fairmont Senior, junior, 42-6 3rd as soph 3rd: Chris Daggett, Parkersburg South, junior, 30-4 State champ as soph 4th: Lou Thomas, Parkersburg, freshman, 21-6 5th: Ray Linger, Elkins, sophomore, 43-5 Q-Jacob Carr, Point Pleasant, fresh, 31-16 Q-Sam Craddock, Roane County, fresh, 18-12 189 1st: Andrew Starsick, North Marion, sophomore, 40-6 3rd: Matt Miller, Preston, junior, 36-5 5th: Darren Marks, Parkersburg, junior, 37-12 6th at 160 as soph Q- Eric Halstead, Hurricane, soph, 26-11 Dustin Jordan, Cabell Midland, jun, 24-11
September 1, 2001
From: south fan 89
comments: hey i was just wondering whats south gonna do with some of the fine young talent coming up i mean there are some kids that will be second string and if they wrestked somewhere else they would be placing right behind the lead man in the tournaments...
anyways just looking at some scores from last year and started thinking about that but good luck south and bring home another state championship to parkersburg!
September 1, 2001
From: sportsgal
comments: To Wrestling Fan 234: What freshman are you talking about? I heard there will not be any 9th graders trying out for the South Squad since they are filled to the top with talent. Also, just wanted to wish the South Team Good Luck for the upcoming season.
GO SOUTH!
September 1, 2001
From: South Wrestling Fan
comments: To the Oak Glen Fans: We look forward to another great dual with the Bears again this year.You're hospitality toward the many South fans last year was great and we would like to extend the same to you.We have several inexpensive hotels ,a great mall and many good restuarants if you want to extend your stay.If you have any questions about any of the above,you may e-mail me at sgates@citynet.net and I will be glad to help.And....I don't think Oak Glen will be "down" this year !
September 1, 2001
From: batman
comments: to south fan how can you already predict that you will have guys placing and in the final
alot of stuff can happen between now and the end of feb you dont even now what kind of
competition they will have to face
September 1, 2001
From: wrestling mom
comments: I know it's early, but I would like to know the dates of the State Tournament in 2002. I need them to schedule time off from work so that we may attend the event. Any reliable information would be appreciated. Thanks!
September 1, 2001
From: Bart Freidenberg
email: bdbop@aol.com
comments: Information on the Tournament of Champions Fall Classic, November 10, in Pataskala, OH (20 miles east of downtown Columbus), is now available on the TofC website (www.ohiotofc.com). You will need to print out the entry form and mail it in for this event.
Also, applications are now being accepted for the 2002 Ohio All-Star Wrestling Team. In order to be eligible, wrestlers must currently be enrolled in the 5th-9th grade, have a 2.0+ grade point average and weigh between 60-150 pounds.
Additional information, as well as an application, can be found in the 2002 Tournaemnt of Champions program. You may also contact bart@ohiotofc.com to have one sent to you. Please make sure you leave a mailing address. Applications for the OASWT are due by September 30.
This past year's team finished 8-1 in duel meets and placed first in all three styles in the 13-16 age group at the AAU Grand Nationals, in Albuquerque.
During the team camp and trip, the team was fortunate to work with the following Olympians: Gene Mills, Rulon Gardner and Steve Fraser.
In addition, the team was able to participate in a lot of fun activities, which included: Statue of Liberty, two shows on Broadway (The Lion King and The Music Man), three water parks, whitewater rafting, horseback riding, hiking three mountains, Pikes Peak, Mt. Rainier, Tijuana (Mexico), running in Central Park, Vancouver (British Columbia), Oceanside Beach, San Diego Wild Animal Park, five shows in Las Vegas, three other plays, Frontier Days Rodeo, Yellowstone National Park, Space Needle, three former NFL all-pro guest speakers: Raymond Berry (Baltimore Colts-Hall of Fame), Don Perkins (Dallas Cowboys) and Randy Gradishar (Denver Broncos) and lots more.
You may also contact Bart Freidenberg at 614-856-0792 for additional information on either the Fall TofC or the OASWT.