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November 30, 2002
From: BIG CHUCK
comments: TO UNANOMOUS:YOU SAY THE SOUTH IS BRINGING HOME THE STATE TITLE WHERE
IT BELONGS. YOU SHOULD DO YOUR HOMEWORK BECAUSE THE LAST TIME A SOUTHERN TEAM
WON IT WAS IN 1964 WHEN SHADY SPRING WON IT.SINCE THAT TIME SOUTH HAS WON IT 13
TIMES,PHS 9,JOHN MARSHALL4,WHEELINGPARK 4,WEIR 2,OAKGLENN1,WIRT CO. 1, AND
NORTH MARION 1. SO I BELEIVE THE TITLE IS RIGHT WHERE IT BELONGS.AS FAR AS THE
NEXT COUPLE OF YEARS GOES,YOU HAVE NO IDEA OF WHAT SOUTH AND PHS HAS COMING
UP.IF I WERE YOU I WOULDN'T GET MY HOPES UP TOO HIGH.I CAN'T WAIT UNTIL NEXT
YEAR WHEN SOUTH WILL HAVE THE SERVICES OF A CERTAIN NINTH GRADER,HE IS A MAN
AMONGST BOYS.
November 30, 2002
From: just wanting to know somethin
comments: Are you predictors sure that Mitch Smith Is going to be at 140 this year or will he move on up to 145?
November 30, 2002
From: A Big Ol Fan Of All Wrestling!!
comments: Ok, I love wrestling.. I am a BIG Woodrow fan & I can't wait to see how they do this Season, but good luck to all of the wrestlers this year! (Especially Woodrow)! & Seth Phalin looks good!haha!
November 30, 2002
From: Fan
comments: To Nov.29th southslider.......Don't count on it :) !
November 30, 2002
From: wrestling fan
comments: who's in 103, 112 ,119 ,and 125 in AAA this year that will place and win ?
November 30, 2002
From: P-burg fan
comments: What weight is Huntington's Riner going this year ?
November 30, 2002
From: gb
comments: The region at Roane Co. will probably be two days. With the number of
teams in the region, it seems unlikely to be able to finish it up in one day.
November 30, 2002
From: Large Growler
comments: Just good advise, Keep your eye on Codi Norman Parkersburg South 152
lb. 9th Grade, by Mid season he will just be getting warmed up.
November 30, 2002
From: Eastern Panhandle Watcher
comments: To who ever said that shane smith's toughest match will be some kid
from cameron...casey hughes or w/e...don't forget Daniel Lord...Danny lost to
him in OT...and danny should of won that one..he barely had dannys
leg...anyways...all i am sayin is danny lord will go undefeated...he is hands
down the best technical wrestler in WV...thats why everyone goes to a different
class than what he is wrestling
November 30, 2002
From: South Wrestling Fan
comments: To the person who thinks Cabell Midland may be a contender this
year...on Wednesday Dec 11th at Parkersburg South's Rod Oldham Atheletic Center
we will see how good both teams stack up.Come on up to P-burg and watch the
action!Good Luck!
November 30, 2002
From: AA/A Guru
comments: Not time for my final championship predictions yet, just an answer to
an inquiry about Wharton. Wharton I hear is probably going to be at 152. I just
think that it would be a better idea for him to wrestle 152 and stay clear of
Smith. I think at 152 Wharton would be a great match for Smith and he could
possibly beat him. But at 160 I don't think anyone will be there to beat him,
and I think he'll eventually see that and seize the opportunity and a title.
Should Wharton not go 160 however, look for Wirt Co's Chris Miller to step up
and claim the title here.
November 30, 2002
From: ?????????
comments: I heard Riverside will have a tough team this year
November 30, 2002
From: WrasslerWatcer
comments: What are the ones to watch from Greenbrier East and West?
November 30, 2002
From: hancock county proud
comments: yes i know that Valles "may" be moving up but you have to understand
that Goneau only started wrestling in his Freshman year and was considered to
most as mainly unexperienced even last year, a lot can change in a year, he now
is in his 4th year and my money on a Valles -- Goneau match would have to be on
Goneau. Don't you think?
November 30, 2002
From: yo yo yo
comments: both gearys will win states for this fact they are twins. who
better to push you all season towards the ultimate goal of a state title then
your own twin brother. these two are great wrestlers and if one wins states
they both will. they are part of the courtney family and they want a piece of
the glory that all of their cousins have accomplished. both gearys will win
states so dont be surpirsed when you see them winning the title right after
each other this year.go east
November 29, 2002
From: Reddneck
comments: Hello all the southern stirer is back.....this old country boy is reall getting tired of all the predictions of you yankees ....one thinks that you should look south of P'burg to see some fine young wrestlers.....just as an example of some of the finer names south of charleston that hasn't had much said about them are:
Riner ...Huntington
Ray .....Huntington
Nelson ..Huntington
Easter ...Nitro
Easter ...Nitro
Gibbs.....Midland
Wilson....Midland
I believe all of these except for Wilson have placed in the state tournament.....
Not that I'm a predictor of anything but this old boy thinks you should keep an eye on Huntington to be as High as second again this year....and my dark horse for the 02-03 season is Woodrow Wilson.....but guess it doesn't matter what we all think the boys will decide all this mess the 1st Sat in March...Good luck to all
November 29, 2002
comments: As the new season is already upon us once again problems are already becoming evident in one progam...This can not go on and the board of education needs to take actions....
Editor's note: Then you need to direct your comments to your local BOE....
November 29, 2002
comments: #1- he toughest tournament in the state is the Brooke Classic or OVAC's. Ask anyone who wrestles for east fairmont or fair sr if winners choice is tougher than brooke. ( pa powerhouses canon mcmillan,mcguffey,shaler area, moon, west greene all compete alongside wv powers parkersburg (#2 AAA), oak glen (7 timers), fair sr, fair east, john marshall, brooke (up and coming team), wheeling park and edison, howland ohio among others..(all i can think of off of top of head). there arent 14 teams in any west virginia tournament that have the talent those 14 do.
ovac tourney is about a 35-40 team tournament and it features some very tough ohio schools ( east liverpool D-II, Steubenville, Martins Ferry (#7 in D III Oh), Buckeye Local Jay Michael product coach, Beaver Local Top power D-3, Barnesville (125 lb'er topped Frerichs last yr)with basically all of the region 1 schools (Park, Brk, JM,Cameron 12 time in a row single A champs, OG area powers) from WV except St.Mary's and Williamstown.
I would challenge South an Parkersburg to compete in the OVAC's and see how they fared considering Oak Glen (who beat South) has only won it but 1 time in recent years.
#2- Casey Hughes likes 152 just fine and its foolish not to consider him a threat to beat Shane Smith. Smith gets my tip of the hat as i think he presents alot of problems to anyone who faces him, yet Hughes is already a state champ himself and probably would have had 2 had he ot injured his knee during the last month of the season. Adam Leach (who won 135 last yr at 50-1)suffered his only loss last year to a healthy Hughes in a 5-2 decision which Hughes seemed to have control of most of the match. When these two powers collide this season, i expect the winner only taking it by 1 or 2 points, i wont make a prediction because well.... haha its too close to call :) good luck to both men this season. p.s- matt wharton may be lingering around that weight as well i suspect so if that is the case, get ready for a war!
November 29, 2002
From: wrestler
comments: who is gonna place top 4 in all wieght classes for aaa
November 29, 2002
From: just want to know
comments: dose anybody have a list of the top 5 tournys in the usa high school.
November 29, 2002
comments: is the AA/A Region IV championship at Roane being held one day or two ?
November 29, 2002
comments: North Marion has some good kids. Anyone know what weights they will be? I assume Starsick will be round 215 again I saw him and Hays playing football I am guessing Hays at about 160. Am I right? What about their 103 and 112 from last year?
November 29, 2002
From: southsider
comments: another tough tourny is the OAK GLEN CLASSIC, formerly known as the wv state championship tourney, but sorry to say that the OG vs SOUTH match will be @ OG ,which means SOUTH WILL WIN, why? away team lost last two and SOUTH is going to win the closest OG CLASSIC ever.
November 29, 2002
From: FormerBEE
comments: I would just like to take a minute to wish one of the greatest coaches of all time good luck this season in Roy Michael @ North Marion. (rumor has it this is his last year) either way Coach i wish you the best and if it is you last season may you finish with a bang. Also i would like to wish East Fairmont good luck this season we all know about the seniors and rightfully so but the key to east having a shot at the state title lies in the hands of some younger competitors Billy Ray, Jarod, Justin hamrick, along with some other "sleepers" robert barnes, shawn moore, matt shephard, jj. flint these are the guys who will need to step in up and play their very important roles in root to NCAC, regional, and State titles.
November 29, 2002
comments: I've heard that Wharton is wrestling 152 this year, and I think that he is going to give Shane Smith the toughest match Smith will face all season.
November 29, 2002
From: M T
email: turnerdjms@aol.com
comments: Andy Stevens formerly of Dupont Middle School had moved up to Riverside High School's freshman team.....hes a BEAST in high school now everyone better watch out i feel good things for this aspiring your wrestler in the 170 weight class. GO ANDY!!!!!!!!!
November 29, 2002
From: Unanomous
comments: I would just like to say that everybody has their minds set on the northern wrestling teams to always dominate, like Parkersburg and P'South, but what they don't know is that this year along with the next couple of years the southern more wrestling teams such as Cabell Midland, and Huntington High schools are both training very hard to bring the State Championship trophy back to where it belongs!
Especially CMHS is looking very good this year despite their under classman, but their Sr. and Jr. leadership really makes a differance. Midland is going to show everybody that they have the true heart and attitude to be State Champions this year!
November 29, 2002
From: CW THE SOUTH FAN
comments: No offense to the rest of the state but south is gonna win it again...Our boys work harder and harder ever year and just when you think you have us BOOM we're in your face. Last year some people THOUGHT we were going to loose it and BOOM there we were. Good luck to all the other teams but sorry we are going to win it again. Don't be intimidated we're just the best. Good luck to all the guys specially to Felix, Grogger, Brycie, Seth, Wes, Sean and Shaun.
November 29, 2002
From: Piper
comments: The two Schlatter brothers and Frerichs did win at the Slippery Rock Open. Check out www.intermatwrestle.com for college results. Some portions of the site are free and provide excellent college coverage, as well as high school. A premium service is also offered for hardcore fans. Just an additional observation, after being involved with wrestling for 34 years (wrestler and coach), the OVAC, in my opinion, is the best AND toughest tournament in the state.
November 29, 2002
From: Woodrow Fan
comments: Woodrow is at the St. Alban's Duals this year. No B.N.I. for the Fling Eagles.
November 29, 2002
comments: to aaa/aa guru
FYI From what I am hearing Wharton wont be wrestling 160lbs. What now?
November 27, 2002
comments: To the person commenting on Frerichs winning at the Sippery Rock Open: Where did you find the results? I have heard that both Dustin and CP Schlatter from Ohio also won, but I haven't seen any results to confirm it.
November 27, 2002
From: Brooke Wrestler
comments: To SuperChin Phil Bliss is not wrestling 145 he is going to wrestle 152 for this season.
November 27, 2002
From: Brooke Wrestler
comments: I think that you are right about us being solid up until 171 but also our 215 lber did alot of work over the summer and I think that he will be able to pull through for us throught the season.
November 27, 2002
From: Northern Exposure
comments: SuperChin, where's the largest conference tournament of its kind in the US, the OVACs? Competition there far surpasses the competition of any of the tournaments you mentioned. The tournament last year featured 2 Ohio state champions and a large group of Ohio placewinners from all divisions. Not to mention perennial powers in-state like Oak Glen, John Marshall, Cameron, and other Valley schools like Wheeling Park/Central, Bishop Donahue, Weir, Weir Madonna, Brooke. When talking about tough tournaments in WV, its a crime not to mention the OVACs!
November 27, 2002
From: oldgoldenbear
comments: to the person who said that the parkersburgh schools rule wrestling in wv they must have forgotten a small school in northern wv called oak glen
November 27, 2002
From: wrestling fan
comments: super chin,
nice rankings! i think the brooke classic deserves to be ranked higher, but to each his own. and do you know who won the wheeling park domino duals last year? don't they get alot of ohio teams for that? later dude!
November 27, 2002
From: AA/A Guru
comments: Time for another section of my State Title Predictions...
130:AAA-Braden Shaw: In a class that will be a dogfight the entire year, Shaw's offseason work ethic gives him a 3rd period edge and a title.AA/A-Ian Whittington: Oak Glen has a history of taking good wrestlers and making them champions. In another toss-up weight Coach Shaw pushes Ian to the title.
135:AAA-Seth Young: Young fights all year with cross-town rival Derrick Knapp from PHS but wrestles up for states and claims 135. AA/A-Brandon Dye: Dye stunned many with his run through the tournament last year to claim 3rd. Dye works hard, stays here, and beats out the competition.
140:AAA-Mitch Smith: Mitch decides he likes it here, everyone else decides they don't. AA/A-Steve Flowers: Flowers repeats as the cream of a thin crop.
145:AAA-Phil Bliss: Offseason pays off as Bliss finally cashes check for top honors in Huntington. AA/A-Casey Hughes: Hughes, like Rader, tries 152 and decides he likes 145 better. Reclaims title here.
152:AAA-Daniel Lord: Lord repeats, but its a tough road to the title in a very good weight. AA/A-Shane Smith: Smith is wrecking ball in a singlet. Not many in WV can compete with this kid.
160:AAA-Kyle Walters: Came on strong to close last season with a title, maintains momentum in 02-03 season to win championship #2. AA/A-Matt Wharton: Tough weight last year kept Wharton lower on the podium, but this year he stays away from Smith and finds the top.
Final 4 classes coming soon, comments appreciated.
November 27, 2002
From: Super Fan
comments: To: Super Chin
How many of the Top Ten Best Tournaments in the state you listed have you ever attended?
The reason I ask is you left the Tournament at Berkley Springs off your list.
The high school team I follow attends and this tournament year in and year out is one of the best in West Virginia it draws teams from Va, Md, Pa and WV.
Last year alone three state champions and one state runner-up didn,t make the finals.
November 27, 2002
From: Former HHS Wrestler
comments: Huntington looks like they are ready to step it up this year. For one travling to Ohio, and Virginia. What a great way to prepare for the season. Great wrestling like that is bound to help out.That on top of their already tough week-in, week-out routine. Look for these guys to do BIG things this year. Good luck to the whole team. Ray, this is your year, leave nothing behind. Riner, you have done all it takes to be a champion. Its all right there for you, now just step up and take it.
November 27, 2002
comments: To Super Chin...Are you out of your mind? How can you have a list of the best tourneys in WV and not include the OVAC's in Wheeling, WV. The OVAC Tournament is THE best tournament in WV BAR NONE. If you want proof...look at any WV OVAC Champion, and you will see that 9 out of 10 times that same wrestler is a WV State Champion...no matter what division he is wrestling in.
November 27, 2002
From: Super Chin
comments: TOP 10 Best Tournements in the state......besides the state tourny.......
10. Ripley Duals
9.. Point Pleasant Olympic Pool touny (10 matches of good competition)
8. JCI ( GREAT AA/A Tourny)
7. Big 16 tourny at Braxton (nice tourny)
6. Brooke Classic ( tough competition)
5. WSAZ (tradition)
4. Jefferson Invit
3. Nitro Invit (up and comming)
2. Wheeling Park Domino duals
1. Winner's Choice ( Best Tourny BAR NONE!)
November 27, 2002
From: Oak Glen fan
comments: Just like to say good luck to Oak glen in capturing their seventh straight state championship title! We know you can do it boys!!!!
November 27, 2002
From: GE
comments: Does anyone know who is wrestling 160 in Region 3
November 27, 2002
From: ?????????????
comments: DOES ANYONE KNOW IF BECKLEY IS GOING TO BE AT BNI???
November 27, 2002
From: Greenbrier East Fan
comments: I would like to wish the whole Greenbrier East team Good Luck this year! There is alot of talent on this team so guys work hard and your efforts will bring you much glory!!!!!!!!!!! Stay focused and never loose faith! I'll be there watching you all so make me proud along with Greenbrier County. Best wishes to all you guys this year!
November 27, 2002
comments: In response to the questions about people whi have wrestled in the Dapper Dan Classic, Pat Sole wrestled in it when it was called the Pittsburg Press Classic. And he did win.
November 27, 2002
From: jr parent
comments: I can't believe these tournys post on here several months ahead of time. Go to all this work putting on, very smooth running shows, and can't spend the fewwwwwww extra minutes putting the result on here. I've muled over the Williamstown tourny about 20 times now. Way to go Williamstown stepped up........Who won Jessica Teter or Josh Valentine..11 & 12 85!!!!
November 26, 2002
From: southeast ohio d3 coach
comments: Trivia answer: the 5 from WV that have competed on the World team vs PA in the Dapper Dan Classic are...Randy Prior, Weirton lost 10-2 in 1979; Ken Chertow , Hunington lost 4-3 1984; Mike Lantz Pakersburg lost 15-5 1986; Jay Micheal Farmington lost 4-3 1991; Doug Moore Metz lost 7-3 1993 Plus a combined team of ovac all-stars got beat last year in the pre-lim match at the classic
November 26, 2002
From: Marion County fan
comments: To Answer your Question about the Dapper Dan Tourn. Jay Michael is from North Marion he is Presently coaching at Buckeye Local in Ohio. Doug Moore Also from North Marion is coaching at University High school in Morgantown.
November 26, 2002
comments: I was just looking through the results of this past weekends Slippery Rock college tourney and saw that Frerichs won the 133lbs weight class. If West Liberty was at that tournament, where was Ryan Metz? I would have liked to see Frerichs/Metz II. Wonder what would have happened.
November 26, 2002
From: hedgesvillefanm
comments: I'm baccck! Anyway the season is almost upon us and I can't wait. Congratulations to Anthony Regalbuto on his co championship at WVU open and his 3rd place finish at Navy. Ant looked good at WVU wish I could have see you at Navy. Good luck on getting down to 165 and on your future matches. My plan is to get to more of your matches this season. Congratulations also to Tracy Regalbuto and the whole Hedgesville girls Volleyball team on winning states. All 3 Regalbuto children now will graduate with a state championship in some sport. Awesome. Want to wish good luck to Hedgesvilles wrestling team and all the eastern panhandle teams and wrestlers this coming season. I'll get my first chance to see the Eagles tomorrow night in the scrimmage with Handley VA. Can't wait for this. New head coach Robert Jarrett will certainly make his mark in my opinion. I see that he has already made his mark on the schedule which I have to say THANK YOU. And I can't say this enough. By switching the St. Albans duals for the Sherando Tournament and getting Williamsport on the schedule. This gives the team tougher competition and closer matches for those of us fans who really don't have the time to go 5-6 hours down the road except for states. Again Jarrett Thank you thank you thank you. If every one returned from last year Hedgesville should have a pretty solid team this year. Just have to wait and see. Look out for Jefferson though they should be stacked especially all through the middle weights. Anyway about 31 hours give or take till the Handley scrimmage and baby I'm counting down the hours and minutes. See you Eagles there.
November 26, 2002
comments: To:George
From:x-wvu wrestler
O.K., Not getting pinned is an "Incredible" feat.
November 26, 2002
From: To: RE: Brooke wrestling
comments: Yes the board up at brooke made it into a weight lifting room. But now the school moved all the weights to the basement and there goign to move it into the new few million dollar community center that is being built and is almost done. No they dont have to roll the mats out everyday, its currently back to normal for now. any more questions just post. Good Luck Brooke Wrestlers!!!
November 26, 2002
comments: I would just like to say Good Luck to the Oak Glen Wrestling Team. Everyone beleives in you guys and we know that we can make it seven in a row. GOOD LUCK!!!!!
November 26, 2002
From: Greenbrier West Fan
comments: Hey! I just want to say good luck to all of the guys, I am so excited for the season to start! Good luck guys, I'll be cheering you on!
Love,
GW Girl
November 26, 2002
From: unknown
comments: How do you think freshmen Robert Rash will do at 103 this year?
November 26, 2002
comments: cliff ward was a HS SR All American in 1995.
November 26, 2002
From: norma williams
email: njwrdw2@aol.com
comments: I would like to know where I can sign my son up to wrestle. He is six years old and really wants to do this.
November 25, 2002
comments: I think that due to the lack of much talent at the HWT class this year in AA due to inexperience because of graduation, Patrick McGillian of Oak Glen may be a front runner for a state title. He is a very big and VERY ATHLETIC kid. He wrestles very good compatition in the wrestling room everyday, and I believe that will pay off for him.
November 25, 2002
From: Eastern Panhandle Watcher
comments: What is the line up for Jefferson look like and also how bout Hedgesville...They have alot of gaps to fill with the 2 Files brothers,Snyder,Pifer,Ballam, and the rest of the seniors gone...whats their line like Thanx
November 25, 2002
From: BigDaddy
comments: Hey just want to wish everyone who wrestling this a great big yeehaw its wrestling season. Lets see if we all can't have a little fun this year. I want to wish everyone good luck in your endeavors and your quests for whatever title(s) your going for.
November 25, 2002
comments: looking at all the pre season picks and the returning wrestlers it looks like once again that Parkersburg High and Parkersburg South are going to battle for the State Championship. Why is it that these two schools are so dominant in WV high school wrestling?? Is it the feeder programs, HS coaches, schedule, or what. Whatever it may be, i think the rest of us should take notice so we can compete for a title also.
November 25, 2002
From: jmoffatt
comments: hey to all the wrestlers out there bustin there butt's for the glory. Wrestling season is finally underway and the first week of practice is past. The tourny's are finally creeping up and nerves are twisting. This is gonna be an exciting and enthusiastic wrestling season. I would just like to compliment a couple of elite wrestlers in our state. Shane Grogg from what i've seen is the man. i don't know him he doesn't know me but i've seen the kid wrestle. If anyone could stop easter from winning his 4th straight it would be the grogger. and Smith of ripley , heck of a job for a freshman to go 46-0 and get a state title , i very seriously doubt anyone will stop him in his next 3 years of wrestling. and justin ashley, this is one technical hardcore wrestler, he's a good guy and has alot of heart. i don't see to many people possibly getting in his way either. To anyone who isn't mentioned in these predictions posted all over this forum , don't let it discourage you! come back and be the underdog that upset the topdog. i believe any wrestler can defeat another , it's just the values in a wrestler's heart. i've played many different sports but i haven't seen any other athlete compare to the heart of a wrestler. To end this completely pointless post keep bustin it and you'll earn your title. and two others i haven't mentioned are the easters , great footwork and technicality, i'd like to see them get upset just cause it adds excitement to crowd. But i don't see any upsets coming along unless matt and shane go at it again and even at that it's gonna be a heck of a match. Good luck and Goodbye!!!!!!!!
November 25, 2002
From: quarter_nelson
comments: Anyne know the lineup for Berkely Springs?
November 25, 2002
From: fan
comments: maybe wrestling usa magazine may be a little confused on there parkersburg teams
November 23, 2002
From: H S sr All Americans
comments: You wasnt exactly right in your post about WV sr All Americans
first of all you left out Kevin Acord who finished 4th in 96 and Mark Samples placed 2nd in 94
November 23, 2002
comments: Yes weight lifting is a wonderful idea. I wrestled for four years and I always lifted, it done nothing but help me. I disagree with anyone who says that you can get too big and it be a disadvantage. Can you name one person who has ever lost a match because they were too muscular?
November 23, 2002
From: TO: Hancock Co. Proud
comments: Weirton Madonna'a Anthony Valles, the defending 103 state champ who defeated Goneau is also going to 112.
November 23, 2002
From: big fan
comments: i dont know how was the best wv wrestler was but i know how will be and that is mat easter from nitro and mitch smith from riply and if you dont thanx so your crazy they are both can not be tuched . smith is a raw athalet and east has that nitro ruffnes and they where both kenny kids you cant stop them
November 23, 2002
From: AA/A Guru
comments: And now for my long awaited AA/A predictions, 103-125...more coming soon.
103:AAA-Anthony Easter. Took it on the chin suffering his first and only loss of the year at states to Shyver. Easter may not lose again. AA/A-Anthony Valles. Valles stays small and repeats.
112:AAA-Robert Shyver. Tough wherever he is, he goes 112 with Rader moving up and it's a fit. AA/A-Daniel Allen. Ashley was big and should move up, leaving the door open for a game Daniel Allen.
119:AAA-Brandon Rader. Rader tries 125 and finds he likes 119 better. Turnbull pressures him but Rader does not break, he doesn't even bend.AA/A-Justin Ashley. Ashley comes here to find that the studs here have moved on or up.
125:AAA-Matt Easter. Different year, same results. Grogg is denied by one of, if not the best, in the state.AA/A-Casey Biddle. Calhoun's Chris Morris departed, 125 becomes comfortable home for Biddle.
Comments appreciated.
November 23, 2002
comments: Does anyone know if Capital High is going to have a wrestling team this year?
November 23, 2002
comments: West Virgina has never had anyone win the Senior Nationals, this Mike Samples that was stated as to win for West Virginia, was from Oklahoma. Go to the NHSCA web sight and that will show who has and hasnt placed for WV.
November 23, 2002
From: george
comments: To: x-wvu wrestler
From: george
I think you read WAY TOO much into my comment. My comment was primarily about Grogg from South. I then added "HS kid from PA placed third. Only lost 13-5 to WVU's Jones, NCAA Champion. Incredible." I don't believe my comment implies that the match was close. Secondly, I have seen Greg Jones wrestle. Thirdly, I don't believe my comment downplays Jones ability in any way. I simply believe that for a high school wrestler to go the distance with the defending NCAA champion is "Incredible." The kid deserves some credit!!! Jones other three victories were all by pin. Also, since you identified yourself as x-wvu wrestler, did you ever wrestle the NCAA champion? If so, how'd you fare? I also wrestled in college and am not ashamed to admit I got pinned by a NCAA champion many years ago.
November 23, 2002
From: brooke wrestler
comments: Matt Smith is trying for a 112 pounds again this year and may even end up at 119 for some matches
November 22, 2002
From: TRIVIA QUESTION
comments: Only 5 wrestlers have represented WV on the US All Star team that wrestles the PA state champs in the Dapper Dan--none have ever won? Who were these 5?
November 22, 2002
From: hancock county proud
comments: all your predictions are very interesting and hold a lot of merit but everyone seems to be leaving out one of the obvious choices. Justin Goneau of Oak Glen was very impressive last year at 103 and now bumping up to 112 should be equally if not more so. I'm actually thinking state champ for this senior. Any one else have an opinion on this thought?
November 22, 2002
From: Curios
comments: Lifting during season? Good idea? Bad idea? Also if your cutting weight.
November 22, 2002
From: South Wrestling Fan
comments: John Jackson: Sorry for the oversight,Bates was not undefeated when Johnson beat him.Too bad you moved up a weight class,would have liked to see and Johnson go at it! I remember when you wrestled and both you and Johnson were fun to watch.Take care!
November 22, 2002
comments: To:George
From:x-wvu wrestler
You commented on the fact that a H.S. wrestler from Pa. only lost to Greg Jones 13-5 and said that it was increadible and made it seem like a close match. First of all, in college wrestling, a score of 13-5 is not a close match. Secondly, if you have ever seen the Jones brothers wrestle, you would know that they like to score their points from their feet and the 5 points that the H.S. kid acquired were probably from Greg letting him up so he could take him down. I wasn't there to see the match, but this is my best guess of what happened. I wouldn't down play Greg Jone's ability and praise a H.S. kid for hanging on to a seemingly close match (some wrestlers can stall very well).
November 22, 2002
From: Mr. AAPredictor
email: aapredictor@hotmail.com
comments: It is that time again, your favorite and most accurate AA predictor is back. My preseason rankings will be coming out soon. Any information on possible team line-ups is greatly appreciated and will be taken into consideration. Feel free to send any information you have to the address listed above and stay tuned for the season's first accurate AA predictions.
November 22, 2002
From: Wrestling Fan
comments: does anyone know any info on matt smith from brooke or what hes wrestling.. i know he trained alot in the off season and went to alot of big tournaments.. does anyone know where he stands this year..what weight class?
November 22, 2002
From: WV H.S. Sr. ALL AMERICANS
comments: According to the program of the National High School Senior Championships, WV is ranked 17th among the states with 21 All Americans (top 8) from 1990 to 2001. They are:1990-Todd Chertow and Doug Rexroad; 1991-Jay Michael;1992-Mike Samples (WV's only champion);1993-Eric Freed, Robbie Archer, Mike Mason and Chris Courtney; 1994-Mark Samples; 1995-Tim Higgins; 1996-Jeremy Hart; 1997-Ryan Muldrew, John Jackson and Mike Sharpe; 1998-NONE; 1999-Alex Reed and Jason Ward;2000-Anthony Regalbuto;2001-Ash Gandee.
November 22, 2002
comments: Casey Hughes probably wont be wrestling 135. Try 145 or 152. Hughes and Shane Smith would be a great match-up.
November 22, 2002
comments: The Nov. 8 issue of Amateur Wrestling News notes at p.42 that former WV 3rd place finisher Jacob Frerichs has moved to St.Paris Ohio to wrestle for coach Jeff Jordan and alongside the Schlatter brothers. He is listed as the starter at 130. Good luck.
November 22, 2002
From: Wrestling Fan
comments: Whomever predicted Ravenswood 6th in Region IV, I think you might want to move them up. They just might surprise you this year. I wish all wrestlers this season good luck and good health!!
November 22, 2002
From: To: Super Chin
comments: Your predictions intrigue me. I really don't think Clark can beat Hashman. To my knowledge they have never wrestled, however I have been watching them both for the past three years, and I feel that if they did meet in the state finals it would be the best match of the night. They are both very aggressive and experienced but I think the fast paced match would favor Hashman's strength advantage. I would pick him to win by fall over Clark. If this match were to take place it wouldn't surprise me to see both wrestlers undefeated going into it. By the way could anyone from Berkley or St.Mary's varify the weight class of either wrestler?
November 22, 2002
From: bb
comments: Freshmen Robert Rash will be wrestling 103 for Independence High this year.
November 22, 2002
From: To SuperChin
comments: Nice picks, but Hughes will never see 135 again. He weighed 170 at the end of football! 152 looks more realistic.
November 22, 2002
comments: In reguards to who the BEST EVER wrestler is--I would have to say Jason Taylor, Adam Gorby, or Jeremy Hart are the best. All three of these wrestlers could light up the scoreboard. They were the REAL DEAL!
November 22, 2002
From: ANSWER TO TRIVIA QUESTION
comments: The only five WV all-stars on the US team over the years (and who are thus arguably the "greatest" WV wrestlers in high school) were: 1979 Randy Pryor of Weirton; 1984 Ken Chertow of Huntington; 1986 Mike Lantz of Parkersburg; 1991 Jay Michael of Fairmont; 1993 Doug Moore of Metz. Where are they now?
November 20, 2002
Editor's note:
I have done my mass mailing of approx 120 letters with SASE to every high school and middle school team (that I know of) to collect updated team info. The letters are all addressed to the coach (or the last known coach) and mailed to the school. I know that probably some coaches never get the letters, because I suspect that mail delivery from the school office to the wrestling practice room may not be an exact science.
Thanks to the coaches who have submitted team updates already via the internet. We have gone through the team pages to try to get rid of obviously outdated info.
Hopefully in the next few days we will start getting back team updates and schedules. I have begun putting together updated schedule pages. I'd like to get the team pages updated as much as possible.
Allow me to make my annual pitch to submit match and tournament scores. This can easily be done with the handy
"submit match scores" forms pages, linked up on the front of the site. Don't be intimidated by these forms. Go ahead and practice with them and send in some experimental scores. Nothing shows up on this site until I check it and link it up.
The handy thing about the "submit score" forms is that they can be sent from any on-line computer - you don't need access to an email client to send them in. The team mat-stats personnel could send them in from the computer lab at school.
I have finally retired my anemic P-100 with the 9.6K modem and am now sporting a Dell, dude. Hopefully this will facilitate things this year.
Also, most of the youth tournament forms are being converted to Adobe acrobat. This is easier and quicker for me, and gives a more faithful reproduction of the form. The disadvantage is that you have to have the Adobe reader to see them, and they are larger files and thus slower to download. However, I think most everyone has an Adobe reader or can get one, and most computers these days are fast enough that the larger file size shouldn't be a problem.
If anyone does have problems in this regard let me know. Considering the large number of youth tournament forms from all over the county that we get, our readership must be expanding outside the borders of West Virginia.
Since I'm in a particularly generous mood tonight (smile), I'm open to suggestions and critique. Send me an email.
Finally, I'm running out of questions for the "WVMAT poll." If you have a good one, send it along. I may use it. Or maybe not.
November 20, 2002
Next stop on Ken Chertow's "Fall Camp Tour" across the country is Ripley, WV. Ken will conduct his Camp of Champs for wrestlers ages 8 to 18
from Nov 22-24 at Ripley High School. This intensive wrestling camp provides 12 hours of instruction, drilling and live wrestling over 3 days.
3x NCAA All-American and U.S.A.Olympian, Ken Chertow will be coaching along with his Super Gold Medal Training Camp System Director, Ian Assael. Features will include a wide variety of techniques, intense drilling to aid campers in perfecting their set-ups, timing and combinations, live
wrestling and discussions covering mental preparation, nutrition, strength training, goal setting, earning a college scholarship and much more.
Parents and coaches may attend free of charge and video tape all sessions if desired.
Call 814-466-3466 or email Ken at camps@kenchertow.com ASAP if you are interested. For more information see -
http://www.kenchertow.com
November 20, 2002
From: X-Cavalier
comments: Im glad to see everyone is excited for the new season with all the predictions and comments but i have noticed that greenbrier west has not been mentioned in any thing. Dont forget they were region 4 champions last year after beating rival independence. They also had a top 10 finish at the states and are returning all they lost was 3 seniors and they have a lot of talent to fill those shoes. So watch out for them this season
November 20, 2002
From: JUSTTHEFACTS
comments: Congratulations to Parkersburg High School for being named as the 8th best team in the Mid-eastern United States by Wrestling USA magazine. This region includes the area of Kentucky, Virginia, New Jersey, Maryland, Deleware and West Virginia. To be listed at number 8 in this elite group is quite a feat. Parkersburg South was listed as a team to watch just ahead of Oak Glen. It's great to see that the city of Parkersburg remains on the national wrestling radar. If you haven't heard yet, Parkersburg High will be wrestling in the Ironman Invitational in Ohio,the Beast Of The East in Deleware, and the Powerade Tournament in Pennsylvania. All three tournaments are listed in the top eleven toughest tournaments in the nation.
November 20, 2002
From: J-Bird
comments: the 9th graders that are on our team are: justin cullens, cody pumphrey,brent herfford, brandon warner, brain mccormick, heath shirley, I think that we have our weight classes figured out already:
103-????
112-cullens, pumphrey
119-mccarty, hefford
125-J. Russell
130- McCoy
135- N. Russell
140- Duncan
145- Nott
152-Bonecutter
160- Knopp
171-Carr
189-???
215-Tench
275- McCormick
We are having a 9th grade wrestling team this, so it will give the 9th graders that doesn't make varisty still a chance to wrestle. The seniors this yr. are - Jason McCoy, Nick Russell, Nick Duncan, Jesse Nott, and Andy Knopp.
hope this helps you out Wrestling Fan
November 20, 2002
comments: I think people making predictions already should take a break. You don't know what weight everyone is going to wrestle at and besides that I'm sure all schools will have new wrestler's.And don't be surprised if we don't see a few "Dark Horses" this year from a few schools.
November 20, 2002
From: george
comments: I see all these predictions that Grogg will be at 125. Any chance he wrestles 119? I see he has already been making 125 for preseason tourneys. Not that he needs to cut to win a title, just curious. Also did any other WV high school wrestlers go to WVU Open? I saw Grogg won 3 matches. Congratulations. HS kid from PA placed third. Only lost 13-5 to WVU's Jones, NCAA CHampion. Incredible.
November 20, 2002
From: John Jackson
comments: to Soth fan
Bates was not undefeated when Johnson pinned him because I john Jackson from Jefferson beat him that year at the jefferson Invitational and then moved up at 145 to win that state title.
November 20, 2002
From: SuperChin
comments: AA/A STATE CHAMPIONS
103 - Justin Goneau, Oak Glen
112 - Anthony Valles, Madonna
119 - Justin Ashley, Calhoun
125 - Casey Biddle, Williamstown
130 - Nick Russell, Point Pleasant
135 - Casey Hughes, Cameron
140 - Nick Duncan, Point Pleasant
145 - Steve Flowers, Oak Glen
152 - Shane Smith, Williamstown
160 - Tim Cashdollar, Oak Glen
171 - Mark Smith Greenbrier West
189 - Ray Burge, Calhoun
215 - Josh Clark, Berkeley Springs
275 - WHO KNOWS???????
AAA
103 - Anthony Easter, Nitro
112 - Robert Shyver, Parkersburg
119 - Kyle Turnbull, University
125 - Shane Grogg, Parkersburg South
130 - Matt Easter, Nitro
135 - Chance Litton, Parkersburg
140 - Mitch Smith, Ripley
145 - Phil Bliss, Brooke
152 - Daniel Lord, Hedgesville
160 - Kyle Walters, Parkersburg South
171 - Blane Mayle, East Fairmont
189 - Andrew Starsick, North Marion
215 - Lou Thomas, Parkersburg
275 - Ryan Bird, Martinsburg
FANTASY
AA/A VS. AAA
103 - Easter over Goneau by FALL
112 - Shyver over Valles by FALL
119 - Turnbull over Ashley by Dec.
125 - Grogg over Biddle by FALL
130 - Easter over Russell by FALL
135 - Hughes over Litton by Dec.
140 - Smith over Duncan by Dec.
145 - Flowers over Bliss by Dec.
152 - Smith over Lord by Dec.
160 - Walters over Cashdollar by Dec.
171 - Smith over Mayle by FALL
189 - Starsick over Burge by FALL
215 - Thomas over Clark by FALL
275 - Bird over WHO EVER! by FALL
Match Score
AAA - 55 AA/A - 18
November 20, 2002
comments: Has everyone forgot about the Freshman & Sophmores coming aboard South & PHS THIS YEAR. I think predictions could change you
take a good look at these wrestlers. You Know this is the comment is like FOOD FOR THOUGHT take a closer look.
November 20, 2002
From: IMP
comments: what are some AA hwt perdictions
November 20, 2002
From: BlueBlood
comments: As a new wrestling season begins, I want to wish all wrestlers in the state a successful year. I enjoy reading all the predictions that have been listed so far. It is a good reference as to what wrestlers to look out for.
Thought a SOUTH fan I want to congratulate the Parkersburg Big Reds for having the strongest schedule in the state. This year they have added the Ironman and the Beast of the East which makes their schedule on a par with any school in the country.
FYI (PHS & SOUTH) Some # 1 wrestlers that will be at the Ironman.
112 Coleman Scott - Waynesburg
125 Dustin Schlatter - Graham
135 Daniel Frishkorn ? Great Bridge
145 C.P. Schlatter - Graham
152 Mark Perry ? Blair
215 Matt Koz ? St. Edwards
Weights may not be correct, but these wrestlers will be rated # 1 regardless.
November 20, 2002
comments: John Bonecutter currently attends WV State College, where he is a pretty good football player. However, there is still a bonecutter wrestling for Point Pleasant...it is john's younger brother dave
November 20, 2002
From: 4th and 1
comments: #1 Cougino - You seem to be well informed and in-tune to the West Virginia wrestling world. Who is your “sleeper” choice to win it all in 2002/03?
4th and 1
November 20, 2002
From: Brooke Fan!!
comments: We will have a very solid line up this year from 103 thru 171, if our manage to stick to their dedication and use no excuses the hard work will pay off.
November 20, 2002
From: Flying Eagle fan
comments: Woodrow Wilson as the Runner-up behind Ripley in Region 3 is a solid pick. With State place winners Justin Boyden (4th at 145) and Josh Evans (5th at 152) back for their senior season and the following starters back : Sean Meade (soph.Reg. Champ 103)Ryan Bostic ( Sr.3rd Reg. 112) Zack Evans(Jr.3rd Reg. 130) Jay Thomas (Jr.2nd Reg. 140) Joe McQuillen (Jr.4th Reg.). Woodrow also returns starters Justin Wharton (Jr.), Garland Ward (Sr.),Josh Sturgill (Jr.), Nick Llado(Jr.) and Nate Wilson (Jr.). Tyler Wilson (soph.) also returns after season ending surgery as a freshman (12-2 record at 119 at time of injury). I would say Ripley will be tough to top, but Woodrow should have enough fire power to take 2nd at least. Z.Evans and J. Thomas were both 1 win away from placing at states last season and are solid. New talent coming out due to Coach Sarrett taking over the team will also help out. Woodrow may not be a top 5 AAA team, but respect will be earned this season.
November 20, 2002
From: BIGCHUCK
comments: STATE TITLE HAS ONLY LEFT PARKERSBURG ONCE IN 15 YEARS. IT WILL STAY IN PARKERSBURG AGAIN THIS YEAR. SOUTH WILL WIN THE TITLE IN THE CONSOLATION ROUNDS.
November 20, 2002
From: INDY FAN
comments: Was that Independence's Jeremy Hart that finished 2nd at the WVU open at 165?
November 20, 2002
From: rm
comments: i want to wish south the best of luck this year, shane grogg, there are not enough words i could say that would let you know how proud i am of you. you are wrestling tough and you have alot going for you. keep up the good work and i just want you to know that if you keep wrestling the way you are now thers is no one going to touch you. i will be watching you this year. kyle walters wish the best for you man, i know you can do it and iam also very proud of you, i know you can do it again, you to are like brothers i never had. steven morrison and david hess i knoiw you can do it if you put your minds to it, take heart and the courage to pull it out and just lay everything on the line i will be cheering you boys on this year good luck and the gang will have some champions this year miss you all
November 18, 2002
From: Yosemite Sam
comments: Predictions....
103:Anthony Easter ~ Nitro
Felix Osuna Cotto~ Parkersburg South
112:Kyle Turnbull ~ University
Robert Shyver ~ Parkersburg
119:Brandon Rader ~ Parkersburg
Steve Riner ~ Huntington
125:Shane Grogg ~ Parkersburg South
Chance Litton ~ Parkersburg
130:Mattt Easter ~ Nitro
Braden Shaw ~ Brooke
135:Mitch Smith ~ Ripley
Stevie Reynolds ~ Jefferson
140:Codie Gustines ~ Jefferson
David Durbin ~ Brooke
145:Phil Bliss ~ Brooke
Brian Williamson ~ Parkersburg
152:Danny Lord ~ Hedgesville
Codie Gustines ~ Jefferson
160:Kyle Walters ~ Parkersburg South
Chris Gibbs ~ Cabell Midland
171:Blane Mayle ~ East Fairmont
Bryce Pickens ~ Parkersburg South
189:Andrew Starsick ~ North Marion
Ben Geary ~ East Fairmont
215:Brandon Geary ~ East Fairmont
Lou Thomas ~ Parkersburg
HWT:Ryan Bird ~ Martinsburg
Ryan Dearman ~ Parkersburg
November 18, 2002
From: john
comments: Hello,
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November 18, 2002
From: Bruin Fan
comments: To confused fan: Not 100% sure about= but Shane Grogg has been consistently wrestling 125, including at Mountaineer. Phil Bliss is slotted for 152. Not sure about Dave Durbin but probably 135 or 140.
November 18, 2002
From: Huskies Fan
comments: First i would like to say good luck to Herbert Hoover this year. Good luck you all and give it all you have. Next i have a question. Me and a friend we talking the other day about Wrestlers that seem like they have been around for years...... matt bosley from parkersburg south.....wes lane of hoover......shane grogg of south.....then my buddy brought up boncutter of point pleasant??? i thought he graduated....but my friend insist he is still wrestling at point.....it seems he has been around for years and years....if anyone knows if he is still wrestling or not please let me know....thanks Huskie Fan
November 18, 2002
comments: i also agree matt easter is a very good wrestler,if i hate to pick someone who i thought was the BEST EVER either Jason Ward, Dewitt Stanley, Adam Gorby, and maybe it could even be MITCH SMITH.....i know mithc has only wrestled one year but that kid is the real deal.
November 18, 2002
From: Cameron Wrestler
comments: Casey Hughes will bounce back and forth probably between 145-152. Isaac Stewart will go from 160-171
November 18, 2002
From: ratteaser
comments: go ravenswood..and south will be very bummed in huntington..i will be in the middle of the arena with arms held in a "V"
November 18, 2002
From: SURE BET
comments: locks for state champions
Brandon Rader
Matt Easter
Lou Thomas
Alot of hard work in the off seaon will make these three unstoppable this year. If your in one of these guys weight class this year and you want to win the state, you better find another weight class!!
November 18, 2002
From: OG FOR LIFE
comments: The time has come. It's finally here, and I can't wait. I would like to start by saying congratulations to Oak Glen on being named Best Team in the state by Wrestling USA magazine. It shows that our hard work is finally starting to get recognized by national attention. Congarats to Parkursburg for being the second best, but I believe that the school across town should have earned those honors.
I'd also like to wish Oak Glen good luck on the trip to an unpresidented 7th straight state championship. The work that we have done through out the summer and until March will be rewarded once again. We have a very tough schedule so dont get down on yourselves if things don't go your way in the regular season, because it is all just preparing you for the final tourny of the season. The team looks to be not as tough as in the past but I'm sure Coach Shaw will have his guys ready to go come time to pound the Beavers of Beaver Local. I'm also looking forward to the dual with Parkersburg South. It looks to be another very exciting match as in the past two years. I'm sure South will be welcomed to the Oak Glen field house just as they were two years ago. This matchup will probably showcase many AA and AAA state finalists going at each other and thats what will make it very exciting. So, in conclusion, I'd just like to say Good Luck to all wrestlers in the state.
!
Lets Go Golden Bears
November 18, 2002
From: Wrestling Fan
comments: Point Pleasant?? Does anyone know anything about them?? I saw 1 person say something about 9th graders coming up. They do have a few good wrestlers in that group. Will they be any good?? Their seniors should be decent this year. Nick Duncan should be tough. He had a hard time with Smith from Ripley last year, but, it may be different this year. If anyone at all would please fill me in on some 9th graders and some more wrestles on their team please fill free. Thanks.
November 18, 2002
From: #1 Cougino
comments: #1 COUGINOS WRESTLING PORFILE
FEATURED WRESTLER: JOHN JASPER of FSHS
2 WORD DESCRIPTON- Lookin' good!
JOHN JASPER: John has a combination of good looks ad skill, he is a complete atlete. His length gives him much leverage. His quick feet allow him to use a myriad of different takedowns. Look for John to wrestle 160 or 171 for the Polar Bears. He should be able to win over 30 matches this season. GOOD LUCK AND GOD SPEED TO JOHN JASPER.
November 18, 2002
comments: i agree with you that Matt Easter will win his fourth striaght state title and dont get me wrong Matt is a great wrestler maybe one of the best wv wrestlers over but you certainly cant say he is the best west virginia wrestler ever i mean come on
November 18, 2002
From: region 3 fan
comments: I noticed a prediction by someone named "HERM" displaying his projected regional and state results. In Region 3, he had Woodrow Wilson and Buckhannon-Upshur above Nicholas County, I don't think it's gonna happen. Not only that, but he has Elkins and Robert C. Byrd, (does RCB even have a wrestling team)?, above Greenbrier East and Riverside. GE whipped Elkins at regionals last year with 115 team points to Elkins' 55 (or something close to that). From what I hear in the wrestling community and in the forum, both Greenbrier East and Riverside have heavyweights of state-champion caliber. I also know for a fact Greenbrier East has a solid lineup, the only senior I recall them losing was that undefeated 189 who got hurt mid-season. (By the way, what was their 189's name, and is he wrestling in college? He was a little unorthodox, but he was awesome, too). I also noticed Nitro ranked above South. South always gives their all at states. No chance of that happening.
November 18, 2002
From: Biiiig Woodrow Fan!!!!!!!
comments: I think that Woodrow will have a really good team this year!
I'm not sure who all will be on the team but I will name some of them.
Josh Evans
Zach Evans
Jay Thomas
Tyler Wilson
Garland Ward
Ryan Bostick
Nick Llado
Sean Meade
& alot more!! Good luck this year guys! Have fun and be safe!! GOOOOOO Wu-Drow
November 18, 2002
From: Marion County Fan
comments: East Fairmont looks like a good Tournament team. Word is that Matt Delligatti West Fairmont is going to HWT. and Starsick of north Marion is going to 189 lbs!!!!
Look for East Fairmont HWT Junior Jesse Valentine (a solid 265lbs) to have a run for the state title. Mayles 171, Ben Geary 189, and Brother Branden at 215, But don't count out East Fairmont's lower weight class to finish strong at State time!
November 18, 2002
From: Point 215
comments: Look, I have been posting on here for the last couple weeks and none of them show up!!!! All I want to know is where to find pre-season rankings!!! PLEASE e-mail me...someone tell me something...PLEASE?!?!?!?
Editor's note: To my knowledge, there are no "official" pre-season rankings.
November 16, 2002
From: Confused Fan
comments: Anybody know where these wrestlers will be this year...Shane Smith, Danny Lord, Alan Tracewell, Steve Flowers, Matt Wharton, Casey Hughes, Isaac Stewart, Tim Cashdollar, Dave Durbin, Phil Bliss, Billy Cornicelli, Brian Williamson, Mike George, Eric Metz, Troy Foltz, Ryan Elder, Mitch Smith, Shane Grogg, Brandon Rader, Robert Shyver, Shaun Smith. Thanks
November 16, 2002
From: Grappler
comments: I dont think that starsick should be on the list because if Lou Thomas is in his weight class than he won't be a champion
November 16, 2002
From: fan
comments: i think alot of you are forgetting a very good wrestler and will be a state champ this year bryce pickens
November 16, 2002
From: BIGCHUCK
comments: JOHNSON PINNING BATES WAS PRETTY WILD, BUT IN 1995 WHEN THE PARADE OF CHAMPIONS CAME OUT, AND OUT OF 13 WEIGHT CLASSES 11 OF THEM WERE WEARING SOUTH WHITE,MOST AWESOME EXPERIENCE EVER.NEVER WAS PROUDER OF BIG BLUE.
November 16, 2002
From: wv wreslting fan
comments: Does anyone have any preseason predictions for AA/A, because i see lots of AAA predictions. If anyone still relizes that we still have AA/A class.. i would like to see what people think before the actual season starts.. Thank You
November 16, 2002
From: HERM the predictor
comments: here is my predictions on how each TEAM will finish in each region.
AA/A
Region I
1. Oak Glen
2. Williamstown
3. Cameron
4. Madonna
5. Hundred
6. Weir
7. St. Marys
8. Magnolia
9. Tyler Consolidated
10. Wheeling Central
11. Clay-Battelle
12. Bishop Donahue
Region II
1. Wirt County
2. Grafton
3. Frankfort
4. Braxton County
5. Berkley Springs
6. Ritchie County
7. Keyser
8. Liberty Harrison
9. Philip Barbour
10. Lewis County
11. South Harrison
12. Petersburg
Region III
1. Independance
2. Greenbrier West
3. Liberty Raliegh
4. Shady Spring
5. Logan
6. Wyoming East
7. Fayetteville
8. Big Creek
9. Iaeger
10. Midland Trail
11. Oak Hill
12. Meadow Bridge
Region IV
1. Calhoun
2. Point Pleasant
3. Herbert Hoover
4. Clay County
5. Roane County
6. Ravenswood
7. Wahama
8. Webster County
9. Winfield
10. Sissonsville
11. Richwood
AAA
Region I
1. Parkersburg
2. Parkersburg South
3. John Marshall
4. Wheeling Park
5. Brooke
6. University
7. Morgantown
Region II
1. East Fairmont
2. Hedgesville
3. Martinsburg
4. Fairmont Senior
5. North Marion
6. Jefferson
7. Musselman
8. Preston
Region III
1. Ripley
2. Woodrow Wilson
3. Buckhannon-Upshur
4. Nicholas County
5. Elkins
6. Robert C. Byrd
7. Greenbrier East
8. Riverside
Region IV
1. Nitro
2. Huntington High
3. Cabell Midland
4. Spring Valley
5. St. Albans
6. Hurricane
7. George Washington
TOP 5 in State Tournement
AA/A
1. Oak Glen
2. Williamstown
3. Independance
4. Calhoun
5. Point Pleasant
AAA
1. Parkersburg
2. Nitro
3. Parkersburg South
4. East Fairmont
5. Ripley
November 16, 2002
From: eastern panhandle wrestling fan
comments: Lets not forget about the Eastern Panhandle wrestlers,especially Jefferson. They will have another tough team starting in the lower weight classes. Also, dont forget there will be two Gustines wrestling for Jefferson this year, the younger Gustine, Cory, is heavier than than the older brother Codie,I'm sure. Both are real good wrestlers.They have a great Junior League program down there, in Jefferson County. Best of luck to all the High School wrestlers.
November 16, 2002
From: South Wrestling Fan
comments: Jason Johnson pinning Rashaan Bates probably was one of the highlights of the state tourney if you were a South wrestling fan.Given that Bates was undefeated and Johnson a sophomore AND the outcome was the team championship meant alot.I really think Fairmont Sr. thought they had it won before that match.Just a thought from some exciting times in the past.
November 16, 2002
From: Grogger's #1 Fan
comments: I was just wondering if people could give me their "definite" state champ predictions at AAA....
I'd have to say that there are legitimately just a few guys that if they don't walk out of Huntington with state titles, or at least a runner-up finish, jaws will be dropping...
Those guys are:
Bryce Pickens ~ 171 ~ (Parkersburg South)
Shane Grogg ~ 125 ~ (Parkersburg South)
Matt Easter ~ 130 ~ (Nitro)
Kyle Walters ~ 160 ~ (Parkersburg South)
Lou Thomas ~ 215 ~ (Parkersburg)
Phil Bliss ~ 140 ~ (Brooke)
Robert Shyver ~ 103 or 112 ~ (Parkersburg)
Anyone disagree with these guys? If so, holla... By the way, Shane Grogg is the PEACE EASIEST brotha in the state..
November 16, 2002
From: Wrestling Fan
comments: What do you all think about Pt. Pleasant going AA?? Will they be better, harder, stronger?? If someone would please give me some details on them and maybe some names of where people might wrestle for them. I also see where they have a few tough 9th graders comeing up and a lot of seniors that will be competition.
Please, anyone that can help.
November 16, 2002
From: Greg Stains
email: estains@yahoo.com
comments: I was wanting to confirm the date for the Jefferson Invitational Tournament and the Winner's Choice. It appears both tournaments are scheduled for the same weekend.
November 16, 2002
From: Dean Moore Patriot Jr Wrestling Club
comments: The Middle Alantic Eastern National AAU District Wrestling Tournament will be held at Parkersburg South High School on March 15,2003. This date will not be changed!! This Tournament averages over 9500 kids from all over the Eastern United States.We feel that this is the best National Tournament that we go to year in and year out!! Including High school Divisions!!
November 16, 2002
From: SouthWrestler112
email: pshsouthwrestler@hotmail.com
comments: guys i have no idea what you are thinking when you are saying grogg isnt going to win state. i've known grogger all of my life and i know for a fact there is no stoppin the boy this year. Grogg all the no one, there is no one out there stoppin him.
November 16, 2002
From: southside
comments: I should have said my personal favorites instead of best moments.I wrote my opinions to hear other opinions not to take away from other wrestlers awesome acheivements .Also,why would someone waste forum space by insulting spelling errors GETALIFE
November 16, 2002
From: Joe
email: wvsports@hotmail.com
comments: I'm sure many of you remember a certain West Virginia sports site that had high school sports forums. Well, that certain site is not charging people for those forums, so I decided to start up my own West Virginia high school sports forums. There are forums for each sport, including wrestling. Right now, there are only a couple people registered and there are no posts, but register, and you'll be notified by e-mail when a larger number of people have registered. Just trying to spread the word.
The site is http://forum.wvathletics.com/
November 16, 2002
From: Ex-HuskieWrestler
comments: I'm not positive, but i believe to only other two people from WV
to place at both Greco and Freestyle in the nationals were ken chertow and
doug moore...i know chertow was a double champ one year
November 15, 2002
From: D B
comments: (Name of Motel Witheld) of Mineral Wells has agreed to give special raes to wrestlers attending tournaments in the Parkersburg/Mineral Wells area. This is ****** which is located in Mineral Wells.
I would also like to say that Williamstown ran a great tournament. Mineral Wells took 12 wrestlers and all twelve placed. Good job guys.
Editor's note: I posted your notice without posting the name of the Motel for the following reason. I wanted you to know I got the post, and thanks. I got in to trouble a year or so posting "special rates" offers from a particular
Hotel (they backed out of the agreement and claimed I had no right to advertise their rates without their express permission) - so I decided to avoid posting such claims again, even when I suppose the offer is up straight as I am sure this one is.
November 15, 2002
From: CURIOUS FAN
comments: To the person I evidently upset over their team having practice with coaches present. I was simply asking a question, and you felt the need to confirm. I am all for athletes training all year round to stay in shape and better themselves,just as I feel any coach of young adults should abide by the rules and regulations of that sport. By thinking they are above the rules their actions are not setting a good example and therefore the COACH causes trouble for some (yes I agree) outstanding wrestlers!!!!!
comments: Seems kind of funny someone feels the need to defend a team concerning practices that wasnt actually named. Kind of reminds you of the old saying where theirs smoke theirs fire!
November 15, 2002
From: Yosemite Sam
comments: Remember... These are only predictions, some of these wrestlers WILL NOT be at these weights. This is only for your amusement.
Teams:
1.Parkersburg
2.Park.South
3.East Fairmont
4.Ripley
5.Brooke
103:Easter (Nitro)
112:Turnbull (Univ)
119:Rader (Pkbg)
125:Grogg (South)
130:Easter (Nitro)
135:Smith (Rip)
140:Gustines (Jeff)
145:Bliss (Brooke)
152:Lord (Hedg)
160:Walters (South)
171:Mayle (EF)
189:Geary (EF)
215:Geary (EF)
HWT:Dearman (Pkbg)
November 15, 2002
From: jj
comments: Predictions from a former 2x state champion.
103- Easter hard work + dedication wins a state title
112- Shyver- I really do not know to many people in this class
119- Turnbull has the potential depends if Radar is in this class
125- Radar beats Grogg by 3 points
130- Easter 4x stae champ. The best ever from WV.
135- Litton beats reynolds. Revenge against Jefferson for his brother I beat in the finals in 96
140- Smith will go for his second straight title
145- Bliss worked hard during the offseason
152- Gibbs he finally deserves it.
160- Lord if he is here and Blane Mayle not.
171- Mayle will win a title no matter where he is and if he fights from his back a little more.
189- The runner up from 215 last year will be here because Courtney is not
215- Thomas wins his second straight title he's a hard worker
HWT- Who ever can go the full 6 minutes.
November 15, 2002
comments: I dont think Jason Johnson beating bates is the best momment in state history. It might be for that one fan. In the 50 some years they have had it i am sure there are more meaningfull matches then that one.
November 15, 2002
comments: It's amazing that some of these people even get their comments in to the forum. If you can't spell very well have someone with you when you submit it into the forum that can.
November 15, 2002
comments: it was derek kennedy and he had 158 wins not over 200
November 15, 2002
From: hwt
comments: ty i wasnt clear who dearman was cause im not from around there i heard the riverside hwt is good to thanx good luck to him
November 14, 2002
From: southside
comments: Best moments in state tourn. history.
#1 Jason Johnson(PSHS)soph. pins Rashaan Bates(FSHS) sr.1996. in the second period.Jonson was big underdog in alot of peoples eyes,goes on to be a 3 time state champ,so it was not a fluke. Possibly the longest standing ovation in my 17 years attending.
#2Jeff Courtney(FSHS)beats Matt Miller(EFHS) in 2001.Miller, a two-time defending champ had a dominating tourny, scared alot of wrestlers and even a few fans.Courtney,a clear fan favorite,wrestled a beautiful match and recieved a full house standing ovation.The only time I have ever seen the whole arena,(even AA/A fans)cheer for someone like he wrestled for their own team,amazing.Some people say the only reason South fan like Courtney is because he beat Dagget in 2002.I am a South fan and most have been Courtney fans for years.He`s a class act.
Also I love those predictions KEEP THEM COMING
My 2003 team predictions
sad to say this Parkersburg 1st .South 2nd rest of the feild not even close to these two scools barring injuries
November 13 2002
comments: To Groggers #1 Fan
Where does Matt Easter fit into your predictions. I imagine he will have alot to say about who wins at either 125 or 130. I don't see anyone being able to stop him from becoming a 4X champ.
November 13 2002
I have a 5 year old boy and a 7 year old boy who are both interested in
joining a wrestling team. Do you know whom I can contact to persue this? We
live in Sophia, WV (near Beckley, Raleigh County). Thank You!
Please reply to: w8lifter@charter.net
November 13 2002
From: Red Raider Fan
comments: I thought that Chris Satterfield from East Fairmont was continuing his athletic career at Fairmont for Baseball. A couple people told me he was transfering to Akron for Wrestling, if so, I would like to know, because i am a former Akron graduate. Please inforom me for further information.
November 13 2002
From: RE: Brooke wrestling
comments: I remember years ago when the Brooke wrestling boosters BUILT the wrestling room at the high school through fundraisers. Now, I've been told that the Brooke Co. Bd. of Ed. this year made it into a weight room and the wrestlers must roll out mats everyday in the new gym. Is this true? I hope not.
November 13 2002
From: wrestling fan
comments: The WVU open will get under way around 10:00am- and will run to 8:00 that night. Also...GO REGALBUTO, AND THE REST OF THE WVU TEAM, GOOD LUCK!!
November 13 2002
comments: TO THE PERSON WHO MADE THE COMMENT ABOUT A HIGH SCHOOL PRACTICING
WHEN COACHES ARE PRESENT IS TOTALLY FALSE. THEY WERE PRACTICING WITH AN OLD TEAM THAT THEY HAVE BEEN A PART OF FOR SEVERAL YEARS AND NO HIGH SCHOOL COACHES WERE GIVING ANY INSTRUCTIONS OR TEACHING. THIS TEAM IS A PROGRAM THAT INVITES ANYONE TO COME AND WORK OUT WITH TO GET IN SHAPE. THOSE WHO TRY TO START TROUBLE SHOULD TRY AND GET THE CORRECT INFORMATION BEFORE RUNNING THEIR MOUTH. I KNOW PEOPLE ALWAYS WANT TO CAUSE TROUBLE WHEN THEY ARE EXPECTING A GOOD TEAM BUT YOU NEED TO GET YOUR FACTS STRAIGHT FIRST!!!!! IT WOULD BE LIKE ANYONE PRACTICING WITH ANY KIND OF RECREATION LEAGUE, ARE YOU SAYING WE SHOULD NOT HAVE ANY BASKETBALL, BASEBALL OR OTHER RECREATION LEAGUE PLAYING.
CAN YOU TELL ME WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE????? SO QUIT TRYING TO CAUSE TROUBLE FOR SOME OUTSTANDING WRESTLERS!!!!
November 13 2002
From: Grogger's #1 Fan
comments: I gotta represent my South Patriot squad.. Shane Grogg is gettin that state title this year at '25, and no one is gonna stop him...
Now, onto predictions... It's very difficult to figure out where last year's wrestlers will be wrestling at this season, weight class-wise... But there are a few wrestlers this season to watch out for...
103 ~ Assuming that many of last year's lightweights keep weight down, I gotta tell ya, it could be just as competitive as last year... Champion: Anthony Easter ~ Nitro
112 ~ Too rough to predict.. I don't know a whole lot about upcoming freshmen/sophomores, but I know that Rader, Turnbull and Boone are all planning on changing classes, from what I hear... Maybe someone like Felix Osuna-Cotto or Robert Shyver in this class...
119 ~ Stephen Boone (PSHS) has been training with Pat Sole, and been working as hard as anyone in the state to get back into the top of his class, so I have to think that he'll be a force to be reckoned with. Maybe a Turnbull state title right here, but Boone will have to be watched for.
125 ~ From what I hear, Brandon Rader will be moving to 125 this year, and who knows what could be seen from him. Bottom line, it will most likely come down to Shane Grogg getting that elusive state title.
130 ~ Shaun Smith (PSHS) and Chance Litton (PHS) could be very tough in this class, assuming they are here....
I don't know about the classes yet, so when the season gets underway, the REAL and FULL predictions will be coming...
November 13 2002
comments: Does anyone know what time the WVU Open begins on Nov. 16th?
November 13 2002
From: Matt Stevens
comments: Good luck too all wrestlers this year. And good luck BIG REDS...State title this year!! Work Hard
From: *Oak Glen Fan*
comments: *Good Luck this year guys*!
November 12 2002
From: Oak Glen fan @ WVU
comments: I'd just like to wish Oak Glen the best of luck towards a 7th straight title. Matt digity you better get your state title this year or i'll to beat you down.
November 12 2002
From: em
comments: I think the state wins record is very hollow as well. I think it should be done on winning percentages. In that case Johnson would spank Ballam's wins. Not to mention Johnson has two state titles to back up his record. Just my $.02. Both are great wrestlers.
November 12 2002
From: a
comments: i wanna know how come nobody has mentioned midland trail i hear roberts is training hard and i think drew fitzpatrick, josh workman, kris roberts, bud white, and jennifer bragg will kick some serious butt this year and truth be told if kris roberts gets hurt i think randy stroupe can do just as good of a job provided he doesnt drop to 215 which if he does watch out cause ive seen him wrestling exhibitions and he can go all the way in 215 on the final note i say dont under estimate midland trail good luck all you trail and non trail wrestlers have a hect of a season and train hard
November 12 2002
From: BU
comments: I belive, Buckhannon Upshur High School, has a pre-season tournament on NOV 9 . B-U Middle School has maybe 2 tournaments this year.
November 12 2002
comments: Dear Editor: It would seem possible to calculate the Number of wins a wrestlers has. I believe that information is submitted and announced at the state tournament. If it is announced at the tournament then why can't it be complied. That information is as important to the wrestlers as who won last year.
Editors note: One would think.....
November 12 2002
comments: Hey Grape Vine,
HWT?!? I heard that Delligatti is going to 189, slim and trim from Football.
November 12 2002
From: CURIOUS FAN
comments: WHATS THIS ABOUT WVSSAC CATCHING A *********** HIGH SCHOOL TEAM HAVING ILLEGAL PRACTICES WITH COACHES PRESENT? IF TRUE WHAT IS THE CONSEQUENCES FOR THIS AND HOW DOES IT EFFECT THEIR SEASON.
November 12 2002
comments: A BIG CONGRATULATIONS TO THE 4 YOUNG MEN THAT REPRESENTED WV IN THE NHSCA NATIONAL OPEN IN WINSTON SALEM, NC THIS WEEKEND. FIRST PLACE CHAMPIONS IN HIGH SCHOOL DIVISION SHANE GROGG,BRANDON SHAW, AND PHIL BLISS. CHAMPION IN MIDDLE SCHOOL DIVISION CHAD PORTER.
November 12 2002
From: # 1 Cougino
comments: It was Jack Kennedy, he had:
-208 match wins
-89 falls
-499 takedowns
-259 escapes
-1 presidential election
-1 Bay of Pigs disaster
-1 eversion of nulear war
-74 reversals
-1 thorn in his side (Castro)
Editor's note: Hmmmmm. I feel like we have just crossed over into some new frontier here.....
November 12 2002
From: RE: WV WINS LEADER
comments: The "true" wins leader is the wrestler who won the most matches against the toughest individual wrestlers. Alot of statistics in our small state are misleading in that the same wrestler won 10 matches during his career against ONE wrestler in his conference whom he dominated. Who cares who beat up on an easy opponent repeatedly? Tell me about the kid who wrestled outside his conference and in OH and PA and won the tough matches against the best kids. How many of the 100 matches someone won were repeat victories over the same victim? Exclude those easy repeat wins. Then we will know who truly deserves the title.
November 12 2002
Looking for contact info. on Brooke Cubs Wrestling Club. I have a friend that wants to sign his son up. Any info will help.
Thanks, Rick Haarbauer, Baldwin Pa. wrestling (Pgh.)
email to extprod@stargate.net
November 12 2002
From: viking fan
comments: Don't overlook Ripley when making this years predictions, with returning champ Mitch Smith and returning senior place winners Josh Casto, Steve Sayer and Ty Phalen, add to the mix senior Adam Casto, junior Bobby Cooper, soph Junior Villifana and frosh Seth Phalen along with a much impoved group of underclassmen and we'll be ready to make some noise. Let's say a top four finish to go with our AAA football championship. Any takers?
November 12 2002
From: Jim LeMaster
comments: Several things I think, I think!
To just wondering who was asking about sixth graders being part of a 6-7-8-9 setup - scroll back to Oct. 7th and read the comments from someone who deals with this each season (me) as well as Doc's erudite comments as both a school board member and self proclaimed "wrestling guy" like the rest of us.
To those folks repeatedly asking about the 215 class - here is how it was explained at our rules clinic by Dr. Welker (who knows his stuff!) The 215 class (like 190 in Middle School/ Jr. High) was adopted on an optional basis some years ago to help fill the wide gap just below Heavyweight. It was as the name implies optional. This is no longer the case - the 215 class is officially included in the weight classes and MUST be wrestled. It is not going away - but rather made a requirement. I hope this also occurs with 190 in middle school / jr high as well. If not we have a gap from 170 to 275. Therefore a kid who misses weight by just 1/4 lb at 170 has to move up and wrestle guys up to 100+ pounds heavier. The other VITAL change is to add the 110 lb class back in for Middle school/ Jr. High. We start 10 lb jumps at 105-115. The high schools don't have 10 lb classes until up around 160-171.
I also want to reverse my position on an issue that will doubtless stir up another firestorm of controversy. I now agree that the handshake with the opposing coach was rightfully eliminated this season and is now a penalty on the coach whose wrestler approaches the opposing bench. You can still offer to shake hands outside the mat area. Most wrestlers and coaches see this as an expression of good sportsmanship - but - there are exceptions. I was told by unimpeachable high school coaches that wrestlers from a few schools would come over and pretend to shake hands in good sportmanship wile muttering "%^$# You!" or "Go to ^&*(" under their breath. Or they would come over and shake a trainer or scorekeepers hand and ignore the head coach. In addition some coaches also have made negative comments as well. After the match is over and with little proof, a referee was put in an untenable situation when this occurred. There was in fact, little the ref could do in the way of penalties. Coaches are not blameless either, none of us are perfect. A few years ago, one of my kids won his first ever match by fall and was on cloud nine - he went to the opposing coach (no longer employed as a result of several such incidents) to offer to shake and the coach made the comment, "What are you happy about, you didn't beat anyone worth a #$%@!" My kid was crushed not to mention how the opposing wrestler must have felt hearing his coach say that. On another instance, the same coach called my wrestler a "little girl" (actually much worse but I can't print it here!) after he did not get up following an illegal slam during a match. (A subsequent trip to the ER showed his clavicle was separated from his sternum.) There is no place in our sport for such actions by coaches or wrestlers. These shows of poor sportsmanship disguised as kind gestures by wrestlers and coaches was the cause of the ruling. I was asked by two coaches I repsect (Coaches Archer and Sparks) just to ask our middle school kids not to offer the shake on the mat in order to get them used to this. Although I think this is a sad commentary on our sport today, Milton Middle Wrestlers will not offer the traditional handshake to the coach after the match this season. We will still do so off the mat after the wrestling area is cleared. I can assure you that my wrestlers will never show poor sportsmanship more then once as they will no longer be part of the team. If all coaches would hold their kids - even the "stars" to a higher standard of behavior and sportsmanhip then the recect rule change would not have been needed.
My babblings are too long, chalk it up to excitement about the coming season and little to do on a rainy Monday.
November 12 2002
From: PA Coach
email: reihnerp@trinitypride.k12.pa.us
comments: I'm looking for JV wrestling tourneys. Anyone with information please post it. Thank you.
November 12 2002
From: panhandle fan
comments: There still seems to be some confusion about the 215 weight class. It has not been eliminated! We have always had it in WV, and we still do. Some states didn't use it when it was optional, such as Maryland. Now NFHSA has decided to take the word optional out of the language of the rule so that all states will use all fourteen weight classes.
November 12 2002
comments: To hwt. wrestler asking about Ryan Dearman: Ryan is a junior at PHS. I think he weighs approx. 240. Last year as a sophomore, he was a very small hwt. at about 225. This year, he is bigger, stronger, and faster. He really doesn't wrestle like a hwt., is faster than most and is in very good condition.
November 12 2002
26th Annual West Virginia Junior State Championships will be held March 8th and 9th in Parkersburg. More information and an entry form will be posted soon.
Dan Lass
Commissioner
Wood County Recreation Youth Wrestling
740-423-6033
November 12 2002
comments: to nitro rules i think you got your facts wrong on the 152 lb weight class state champ prediction wrong.i have a feeling that chris gibbs will take that spot away.
November 12 2002
I'd just like to comment on all these youth tournys. I just learned about 'em last year after moving from VA, Beach, we hit about 16 all together, 9&10 div. From Kenova, WV to NC Southern Naltionals where Shane Pelfrey from Mountain State WV took 3rd Place (my son). I think the guys and girls and yes even refs. have done a wonderfullll
job pulling these off. They've put WV wrestling on the map. I've have to give the WV girls a special props Erica Dye wow!!! My son got pinned Sat. at Williamstown by Jessica Teter in the finals, yes a girl I still can't believe it, just kidding Great Job Jessica.
We have Wirt then Mineral Wells coming up. But the POINT IS!!!!
We can't keep track of all the matches so I would like these tourny people to put the results on HERE!!!! So we can follow all these great wrestlers from peewees to State Champs. Come on us parents and the kids all love seeing there names on the Internet. Thank You All and Great Job...Keep Up The Good Work.
November 11 2002
From: region 1 observer
comments: observer. I just checked back in this fall on the forum. I have a few questions. Is there a Buchannon tourney this fall? Second, what's this about a Metz/Morris match? Metz has worlds of experience, significantly more strength, and equal technique at least. The real question should include the real hammers around that weight as well. How would Morris do against Johnson(s), Bosley, Wenmoth, T. Hughes, or C. Hughes? These are guys who have been in state finals with much better technique and strength. Anyone want to detail the scores?
November 11 2002
From: Jasper
comments: The word around the state is that Mller Junior High School is going to be a force in Junior High this season. 1 returning Mason Dixon Champ. They will have at least 6 this season. GOOOOOO PATRIOTS! KEN CHERTOW IS THE MAN!!!!!!
-Thanks for all the help Kenny!!!!
November 11 2002
From: eastern panhandle fan
comments: kevin ballam record of 182 wins will be broken by fellow hedgesville wrestler danny lord 147-10 not mat easter 135-3 danny will be first west virginia wrestler to break 200 wins.
November 11 2002
From: wrestler
comments: Does anyone have AAA predictions for THE comming year??
November 11 2002
From: hwt wrestler
comments: who is this dearman you talking about iam a heavy weight wrestler and went to states and i have not heard of him what team does he wrestle for please answer.
From: hwt
comments: you say hwt are not athletic nonsense the only reason i win matches is because of my technical skill and cause of my endurance and experience on the mat i agree there r some hwts that try to bully peeps around but there not real wrestlers and do not win states
From: hwt
comments: what the heck is going on with the 215 weight class is it gone or what editor dont talk smack about me not knowing allright just tell me the answer if they do take it out that is a foolish move really look at the lower weight classes if they needed to take a weight class out it should have been a lightweight class
come on 103 112 to 119 to etc that isnt a very high jump when your wrestling hwt and your only 215 the others r 275 thats alot
and most 215 are under weight
November 11 2002
From: JUSTTHEFACTS
comments: Hello everybody. Can you feel the tension building to another fantastic year of of West Virginia wrestling. Notice the dramatic increase in the visitors to the forum! I hope I didn't hurt anybodys feelings when I posted my 2002-2003 predictions, I thought I would through out some scenarios to get some good discussion going. To Fan who questioned me not including Kyle Walters in my picks, go back and notice that I actually picked Kyle to win the state in the 160# class. I also enjoyed the picks by Nitro Rules. I would like to add that I was impressed by many of the South Parkersburg wrestlers last weekend at the Harv. Shane Grogg looked to be in mid season form. It may turn out that Shane will get a shot at Brandon Rader that is rumored he wants. If this match actually comes about, I would suggest anyone who would like to see a wrestling clinic to come. My pick: Grogg's good, but I take Rader 7-2. Any other big matches looming on the horizon????
November 11 2002
From: Jim LeMaster
comments: I have been reading with interest the discussion on career wins. I have a couple of observations. First it is all relative to what types of events you wrestle. For example an undefeated season could include 16 weign ins used at 16 quads. (16 * 3 = 48 wins) + regionals and state tournament. 8 more wins / Total = 56
or it could include 8 bracketed tournaments (4 wins each in 16 man brackets) 32 wins + the 8 for regionals and state events / Total = 40 wins. Both guys are undefeated but there is a huge disparity in number of matches. Furthermore a wrestler who wrestles in consolation rounds at bracketed tournaments and finishes third in every single one will actually have more wins that an undefeated wrestler (and of course more losses!). For these reasons, even though all these young men were tremendous wrestlers and most deserving you are comparing apples to oranges and the record is for the most part always up for argument. Also, there are three year programs where the 9th graders are still in Jr. High and those do not count as varsity wins. I'm sure that many South and Big Red wrestlers could be way up there too if they had wrestled 4 years instead of three. - Another scenario could go like ours - my son, Dave, was undefeated as a 9th grader (4 year school) up through WSAZ when he moved up to varsity (he was too light to wrestle 103 so he wrestled 95 up until WSAZ on the freshman team) Finally gained a little weight then finished a humble 8-4 as a freshman wrestling varsity. His 37 wins on the freshman team should not count on his high school match record thus he finished with 100 wins in high school instead of 137. (Blew out knee - missed half of Jr. Year) If he had stayed on the freshman team in 9th grade he may have garnered more than 8 more wins. My point is it's all relative to your school's set up (whether 9th graders can wrestle varsity and how your coach schedules. Arguing about this is as pointless as arguing about the AA vs AAA thing.
November 11 2002
comments: To all the wrestlers reading these predictions for 2003 State Champs: Don't pay any attention to them. The year my son won, he was barely ever mentioned in the predictions, and when he was, it was usually as 3rd or 4th place. Just work hard all season and totaly surprise them at States!
November 11 2002
comments: one of the Kennedy brothers from Wheeling Park, dont remember his name though, was a state champ 2 or 3 years ago. I remember reading where he had 212 wins or something like that...it was over 200.
November 8, 2002
From: Wv Watcher
comments: Does anyone have AA/A predictions for teh comming year??
November 8, 2002
From: Wrestling Dad
comments: REGARDING JG'S INQUIRY: Brandon Hinkle is an Ohio native who wrestled for Vince Mounseau at West Liberty in the mid 1990s. Davia is related to the others you noted.
November 8, 2002
comments: Where is there an all time win record for WV. I haven't seen any record of this kind.
Editor's note: Although there has been some discussion about this topic, I don't know of any "official" repository of this kind of information, and I doubt that there is.
November 8, 2002
From: Wrestling Fan
comments: Comment to Nitro Rules: Don't ya think Starsick of North Marion should've been on YOUR list of champions for 2003? Think so.
November 8, 2002
comments: I think if you honestly believe that there aren't any kids out there only wrestling because their Dad is pushing them so hard, your wrong. I have seen it time and again kids that wrestle because they have no choice when they are to small to say no, and only want to please their parents. Then when they get old enough parents are upset because they don't want to anymore. Because all along they only wrestled because Dad wanted them to. There are many of those kids out there.
November 8, 2002
comments: IfChris Johnson from Nitro holds the State wins record whatis his number of career wins??? I thought that N. Hedrick held it then J. Shetler, then c Johnson and that K Ballam broke it last season. What is the number for wrestlers to shoot for???????
November 8, 2002
From: Grape Vine
comments: I hear that Fairmonts Matt Delligatti is going to Heavyweight.If this is true i look for him to do well with his quickness and technique. Looks like a good pick for HWT.
November 8, 2002
comments: I believe Mitch Smith will either wrestle 35 or 40 cause he really hasn't got that big but boy had he gotten better. He has improved over this summer by training for nationals and everything he has improved his wrestling skills more then ever over this summer
November 8, 2002
From: Wrestling fan
comments: I did the math on Chris Johnson, 42+51+50+37=180, if my math is correct Kevin Ballam's 182 is more than Chris Johnson's 180. Please correct me if I am wrong. Thanks
November 8, 2002
From: Just Wondering
comments: If the 6th graders in Raleigh County are going to wrestle in Jr High, does the 9th graders go to the High School? I thought middle school was 6th, 7th and 8th, and the Jr Highs are 7th, 8th, and 9th, then what is a school with 6th, 7th, 8th and 9th graders. It seems a little unfair it this happens because you have more wrestlers to draw from with an extra grade in there.
November 8, 2002
From: Brooke Wrestling Fan
comments: well a new year and everyone is talking already but i think a team everyone is forgetting about is brooke they have all their kids returning this year Both Durbin Brothers, Phil Bliss, Matt Smith, Jonathon Mcfarland, Braden Shaw and Dana Davis are all returning state qualifiers and 4 of them placed last year. Good Luck all teams this year!!
November 8, 2002
From: wvu wrestler
comments: Tim Miller U never put my forum on. I am upset i want my cousin to be proud that i wrote about them. thanks please put them on forum.
Editor's note: I don't remember what you wrote or why I deleted it. Send it again.
November 8, 2002
From: Wrestling Fan 2
comments: Good luck to all South Wrestlers this season. The state tourney should include once again: Osuna Cotto, Grogg, S Smith, S Young, Walters, S Morrison, B Pickens & W Young. Add some talented underclassmen and the Patriots are once again ready to do battle.
November 8, 2002
comments: Dear stud, I am not real sure what you are thinking. I do find it interesting you think EF will win, but i just don't understand what makes you think that. If you know something that nobody else knows please share it with us. I don't think the title will be leaving the Parkersburg area for long time, their youth programs are just to good and that is what it takes to win state championships in high school. I feel that the youth coaches do not get the credit they deserve. I am not a coach, just a big fan and would like to thank all the coaches out there who donate their time to keep wrestling the best sport in this state.
November 7, 2002
From: nitro rules
comments: here is a list of the 2003 state champs
103 easter
112 shyver
119 rader
125 easter
130 litton
135 smith
140 williamson
145 gustines
152 Lord
160 Walters
171 Pickens
189 Geary
215 Thomas
275 Dearman
November 7, 2002
From: Someone who knows a lil more than E.F. stud
comments: well i was just wanting to coment on what east fairmont stud had to say a few days ago....EF will not win states this year with an ease...if anything phs or pshs should prolly win states for the next years to come...they have a strong line-up and are getting stronger and stronger each year from the youth programs they have down there..
November 7, 2002
From: J G
email: gearyfmt@yahoo.com
comments: Comment to Wrestling dad, the match you commented on from the smittys brawl at mountaineer park. Hinkle Vs. Davia. Is that the same Bruce Hinkle that wrestled at fairmont state in the late 70's.he was national champion at 177lbs. NAIA.He was an animal. Also the Davia kid is probably a son or nephew of Randy Davia that also wrestled at fairmont state, during the same time frame.Hinkle pinned his man in the final match in the championship match [1979]in about 30 seconds. I believe Bruce lives in Hubert, OH. Also Randy Davia was also a standout wrestler from Cadiz,Oh.
November 7, 2002
From: Marion County Wrestling Fan
comments: Another season is upon us and the trash talk has begun. All three Marion County teams should have solid programs this year. North Marion has Starsick and Hays to build around. West Fairmont still has a Delligatti in their lineup and that is a plus. East Fairmont has, I believe, five NCAC champions returning. I don't agree with the "East Fairmont Stud" writer who predicted that East would win the state championship. They will be good, but with Futten and Satterfield gone, they lose two solid wrestlers and leaders from their team. Lack of leadership will hurt them this year. They should win the NCAC and Regionals again this year, but not States.....that title will stay in Parkersburg for another year. Good luck to the Marion County teams.
November 7, 2002
comments: Nobody mentions Mon County wrestlers that could win titles like Lucas Capppas, Kyle Turnbull, Jared Garvin, and David Campbell can all battle in the lower weight classes for titles. (Yes i know they will be against each other)
November 7, 2002
From: Southern WV Wrestling Fan
comments: Good luck to the Independence Junior High team this season, sounds like a few very experienced sixth graders will be a great addition to an already strong team.
November 7, 2002
From: South Wrestling Fan
comments: My man Zac McCray is still attending Blennerhassett Jr. High and will attempt to make 103 for South as a 9th grader(along with Aaron Kelly ).Yes Joey Lindamood should contend for a spot on the Big Red roster,he is very talented.
November 7, 2002
comments: I would say Zac McCray is probley wrestling at Blennerhasset.
November 7, 2002
comments: I think that state record for wins, is a rather Hollow Record if you have no State Titles to back those wins up.
November 7, 2002
comments: Wirt MIDDLE School is having a ATV-Motorcycle Run, Sunday, November 10 at the Creston Community Building Rt 14 to Creston, turn right after you cross the bridge when you get into Creston. Call 275-3674. 10.00 per player. Registration 12:30 Run starts at 1:30. Entry Fee per player. For more information call, 275-3674 50% payback for the top 3 players
November 7, 2002
comments: Would someone please let us all know where Zac McCray is wrestling this year?
November 7, 2002
comments: Chris Johnson holds the state wins record, not Kevin Ballam
November 5, 2002
comments: There will be sign ups for the Young Guns Wrestling Club Tuesday, Nov. 5 and Thursday, Nov 7, from 8:00 pm. to 9:00 pm. at the Independence High School Field House. Registration fee is $20.00 and $10.00 for each additional sibling. Any questions call: 683-3189; 774-0237; 683-3288; or 683-3312.
November 5, 2002
From: Lmob
comments: Where is Zac McCray going to wrestle this year???...and does anyone think that Joey Lindamood can make it at PHS this year as a ninth grader???
November 5, 2002
From: Woodrow Wrestling Fan
comments: Congratulations Street Sarrett on being the new head wrestling coach,Beckley-Stratton's enduring legacy will surely live on at Woodrow under your tutelage.
November 5, 2002
From: easternpahandle wrestler
comments: the most career wins is 182 by kevin ballam of hedgesville
November 5, 2002
comments: my guess is that the all time state record for wins is more than 4
November 5, 2002
From: South Wresling Fan
comments: East Fairmont Stud: you say that East will win the state tourney with ease....my guess is that it will not leave the city of Parkersburg,not only this year but for several more to come!
November 5, 2002
From: H-J 11-13
comments: All i know is that point pleasantmiddle school will definatly win the WSAZ for the who knows how many years in a row i lost count. and as far as the high school team goes.....they will be in the top 5 this year EASY!!! with 2 state champs and 4 more state placers!
November 5, 2002
comments: Question: was Luke Salmons starting this week against 1-7 Akron?
what happened???
November 5, 2002
From: wrestling fan
comments: Does anyone know where the WV Youth Championship will be held this year? Also, great job in PA., this past week little Jefferson Cougars, job well done (JJWA). Good luck to all the West Va. college guys in the open tournament, I will be there to cheer you on. "GO REGALBUTO". This forum is updated so fast , great web-site, keep up the good work. Also good luck to all you WV high school wrestlers this year, especially the Eastern panhandle. Back to the WV Youth Championships, I would love to see them have it at Clarksburg this year, great school. Lots of room.
November 5, 2002
comments: Isn't the all time win record held by Chris Johnson of Nitro? Although I would imagine Matt Easter should be able to break it this year since he has only lost something like 3 times in the last three years.
November 5, 2002
From: Wrestling Dad
comments: The Smitty's fall brawl at Mountaineer Park and Gaming Resort was AWESOME this weekend. Over 600 wrestlers competed on 9 mats.The heavweight open division had 9 competitors including a 2X Ohio state champ (Davia) who was pinned by a former NCAA Div II national champ (Hinkle). Nearly all wt. classes had full brackets and the best from WV OH and PA were there. I can't wait til next year. Thanks to Smitty and Nick Busick of Mountaineer. Great job, guys.
November 5, 2002
From: ex hwt
comments: there are a lot of people talking about the hwt weight class the hwts. they all are not in shape but for one to go to the ironman and take third ,to go to the brecksville tourney and take third and to win the state title one must be in good shape in any weight to do those things and morrison did just that... morrison is one of the best hwts to wrestle and would have won the aa title as well he beat coughey already in the year 3-1.and would have beat most if not all of the 215 pounders as well so let it be known that heavyweights are for real weather people like it or not and that should be the last thing written on this page for the big guys. nate good luck at west lib metz you to. and nate go get in motown you all can an will reach your goals if you put your minds to it and apply yourself...
November 5, 2002
From: DM
comments: EAST will have zero champs
November 5, 2002
From: Patriot Fan
comments: I'm with you Eastern Panhandle Fan - Anxiously awaited the film "Reversal". I found it to be ridiculous as well. I have three sons that wrestle, one of which has been wrestling since he was six. He is now twelve. He still loves the sport and I believe he will love the sport all the way through high school. Wrestling is not a sport that you excel in for someone else. You work hard and win for yourself. If you don't love the sport yourself, it will be evident on the mat. Alot of hard work and dedication is required to succeed in wrestling....and a true love of the sport! The character in the film didn't possess that important ingredient.
November 4, 2002
comments: What is the all-time state record for career wins?
November 4, 2002
From: East Fairmont Stud
comments: East Fairmont wrestling should win AAA states with ease along with Blane Mayle, the Geary twims, Ray, Shawn Moore as state champions.
November 4, 2002
From: Jim LeMaster
comments: Gotta agree with Eastern Panhandle Fan - I got my copy of Reversal today - his assessment is right on the money. The trailer says it's the "greatest feel good movie since Rocky." Well, Yo Adrian, it coulda been something, it coulda been a contenduh but no, - instead it is the losely autobiographical story of a guy whose father drove him too hard, right out of the sport and right out of his life. All it teaches is if life gets hard you quit, quit wrestling, quit school, quit life. The acting was so-so, the score while pretty music definitely did not fit the movie and the script sounded stodgy and stiltled. It was nearly (Nothing could ever be) as bad a Danny Hodge's ill fated "One More Shot" fiasco that was so heavily touted by USA Wrestling. The video focuses on the weight cutting that borders on the insane in this video and in my opinion it will give a black eye to our sport with all who see it. If I were the parent of a prospective wrestler and saw this little film noir, my son would be playing cricket, tennis or some other little cutesy game and never step into a practice room. You would be better advised to donate the $29.95 to a great charity A.S.K. (Athletes Supporting Kids.) This was formerly WINK (Wrestlers Involving Needy Kids and was started by Matt Ghaffari.) It provides wrestling shoes to kids who can not afford them. It's based in Huntington Beach , CA yet has sent more than one pair the way of my kids here in WV. Just check out your Wrestling One catalog (they send about a million a year) for more info. Right on the Money - Panhandle Fan. I'd like to reverse my copy back to Jim Petulla!
November 4, 2002
From: bees fan
comments: GOOD LUCK BEES!!! on this years season!! *great game friday nite...*
November 4, 2002
comments: i cannot believe people would get on here and talk about athletic heavyweights and not mention Luks Salmons. He onlys starts on the offensive line for the Marshall Thundering Herd.
November 4, 2002
comments: About those AA hwt's listed, I saw all of them wrestle over the years. Yes there was some competion between some of them, but i would say none of them were in good condtion, maybe fair condition if that and that maybe pushing it. Well as far as technical wrestling they didnt have it, they were just big strong football players who happend to wrestle too. I think people in WV would be shocked if they saw some hwt's from other state. Hwt's that shoot, they take real shots not the pushing around till one falls on the other.
November 4, 2002
From: South Wrestling Fan
comments: AA/A Guru: Interesting predictions from last year.One that I disagree(opinion) with is Kupfer/Pickens at 160.Please don't get me wrong,Kupfer is a tough young man but Nathan Pickens defeated two AAA undefeated wrestlers at the state tourney and moved up to 171 in two duals to defeat Chris Daggett and hand Derrick Stickles his only loss of the season.He always stepped up when asked to and his match against Kupfer would have been no different.Also Morrison defeated Caughey in their dual 3-2,but I would have loved to see them in the state finals go at it!Take care!
November 4, 2002
From: fan
comments: Those of you who think that heavy weight wrestlers are not in good shape should just take a look at a few. I have seen Ryan Dearman and Lou Thomas wrestle for several years and they can easily go for three periods without sucking wind. Those light weight wrestlers who suck down their weight to run from someone else are the ones you should really be looking at. Heavy weight wrestlers work as hard as anyone out there and the heavy weight wrestler may be going againt a guy who out ways him by 30 or 40
pounds and those light weight wrestlers worry about 3-5 pounds.
So, if you think they are not working hard take a look at the two top weights for Parkersburg High School who were also former Cougars and see if they are not working hard and have always worked hard. Mike Litton was a coach that whip everyone into shape, no matter what there weight, so I say go get them heavyweights and show them what it is to wrestle and work hard.
November 4, 2002
From: wvufan
comments: the wvu open does let highschool wrestlers wrestle in the tourny
November 2, 2002
comments: Does anyone know if the WVU Open accepts high school age wrestlers or who to contact to find out?
November 2, 2002
From: eastern panhandle fan
comments: I waited a long time to recieve a copy of the movie "Reversal", and it finally arrived. After all the hype by the producers and the spokespeople such as Cross, Sanderson, etc., I was really anxious to see this movie. What a dissapointment! The movie focused almost exclusively on improper weight loss procedures, with very little other wrestling related content. Was it realistic? Probably for some. Hopefully, that part of our sport is mostly a thing of the past, with some of the new rules that are now in place. The worst thing was watching the star of the movie become a quitter in the end. Not just a wrestling quitter, but quitting school! I was looking for an inspirational movie to show my wrestling team, but this movie is anything but inspirational. My son has been wrestling for 8 years and found the movie to be in his words "ridiculous".
November 2, 2002
comments: For the record: Easter and Biddle did lock horns at WSAZ's last year and Easter won 22-6. Also I known Bartrug has beaten (the other) Biddle at least twice, 2001 state tournament and the Williamstown Family Fitness Rumble this past year.
November 2, 2002
comments: i do agree that most heavyweights are out of shape. but u make it sound like all of them are out of shape and worthless. u say that there is no compition in heavyweight. lets have a look at some of the good heavyweight wrestlers in the past few years. Thomas Nailor, Heath Cliver, Jeremy Laughlin, Joe Caughey, Charlie Gibson, Dana Raban, and Donnie Peck. these are a FEW of the many good heavyweight wresters. u are not giving the bigger guys a chance by lowering the weight class. i personally would not have any problem making the weight. but some may. if you would put a weight class in between then mabe u would see some more good competitors.
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