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    Augustana adds Division I transfer Shaffer

    Augustana head wrestling coach Jason Reitmeier today announced that Laramie Shaffer will transfer to Augustana at the end of the fall semester and compete for the Vikings during the spring semester.

    Shaffer, a 133-pounder from Winterset, Iowa, spent the past 4 seasons at Iowa State University. After redshirting during the 2005-06 season, Shaffer was a three-year letterwinner for the Cyclones. In 2006-07, Iowa State posted a 13-3 dual record, won the Big 12 championship and finished second in the nation.

    According to Reitmeier, Shaffer, who has 1 semester of eligibility remaining, is a big addition to the Viking lineup.

    "Laramie comes in with a lot of experience," Reitmeier said. "After 3 years competing at the Division I level, I expect him to come in and be a leader. He is a well-rounded grappler, strong in all positions. I believe he will make an instant impact nationally and battle for a national title."

    At Winterset High School, Shaffer was a four-year starter for the Huskies. A four-time Raccoon River Conference champion, Shaffer broke the school record for career victories. He was a two-time Class 2A state champion as a junior and senior, compiling a 95-1 record during those seasons. That includes a 50-0 mark as a senior.

    Shaffer finished sixth at the state tournament as a freshman and was the state runner-up as a sophomore, during which he had a 46-2 record. His career record was 189-12.

    Augustana officially opens the 2009-10 season at the Daktronics Open on November 7, but Shaffer will not be able to compete until January 2-3 when the Vikings compete at the Midwest Classic.

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