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    Barber named assistant coach at University of the Ozarks

    CLARKSVILLE, Ark. -- Vinny Barber was named the volunteer assistant wrestling coach at the University of the Ozarks, it was announced by the athletics department this week.

    Vinny Barber
    Barber, a native of Highland, New York, wrestled two seasons at SUNY Oneonta where he led the program in pins as a sophomore. For his career, he posted over 50 wins and over 35 college falls. Barber also spent a season at Centenary College in New Jersey. In addition to his collegiate wrestling career, he has coached 11 State Champions, 36 All-State wrestlers and three Fargo All-Americans. He has coached with Team Texas and is the owner of Barber Wrestling.

    "Vinny has already been a great asset with his energy," said head coach LeRoy Gardner. "He gives one-hundred percent effort in everything he does. He will not be out worked, and that is definitely a positive example for our team. His experiences competing at the NCAA Division III level mean he understands our model. He knows how important wrestling is as a tool for success in academics, personally and professionally for these guys. He cares deeply for our program and wants our student-athletes to succeed. We're grateful for his dedication to our program and University."

    Barber starred at Highland High School earning All-State while qualifying for the state championships.

    "I am extremely excited for the opportunity to work with the University of the Ozarks Wrestling Team," said Barber. "I am looking forward to building off last year's success. I would like to thank Jimmy Clark, LeRoy Gardner and all the staff for this opportunity. The support here combined with the focus on academics and dedication to the University's core values made this an easy decision for me. This is a very exciting time for the wrestling team and all of the athletic department, and I am stoked to be a part of it."

    The Eagles had two wrestlers qualify for the NCAA Division III National Championships last season in year four of the program's existence.
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