"Sebolt and Reader are two important pieces of the puzzle to elevate the Iowa State wrestling program to the top," head coach Cael Sanderson said. "I'm proud of their accomplishments and this honor is a great way to foreshadow a sign of things to come on the collegiate level."
Sebolt became the 17th wrestler in Iowa high school history to win four state titles with a 9-3 decision in his Class 2-A 130-pound final over Zach McCool of Manchester West Delaware. Sebolt wrapped up his highly decorated career with a record of 207-1 including a state mark 137 falls. Sebolt also had a record prep win streak of 192 matches and was ranked second in Amateur Wrestling News' lastest high school rankings at 130 pounds. He is projected to redshirt next season.
"This award caps off my career in a nice way but college is here now and it's time to move on," Sebolt said. "My goal is to win open tournaments and get stronger in my redshirt year."
Reader capped off a phenomenal career at Davison High School under head coach Roy Hall claiming his third Michigan state title to finish with a career mark of 231-6. Reader completed an undefeated senior season with a 60-0 record, pinning 53 consecutive opponents. He was recently named "Mr. Michigan Wrestler of the Year" by the Michigan Wrestling Association. Reader joined former teammates Brent Metcalf (Virginia Tech) and Nebraska All-American Paul Donahoe by earning the in-state honor. Reader is ranked second at 152 pounds in AWN's rankings. Reader is expected to redshirt next season.
Three ISU redshirt freshmen won the Dave Schultz award last season as high school seniors, Jake Varner (California), Nick Gallick (Arizona) and Cyler Sanderson (Utah).
The award is named in honor of Olympic and World champion Dave Schultz who was inducted in the National Wrestling Hall of Fame and Museum in 1997.
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