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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