PortaJohn Posted February 9 Posted February 9 (edited) Few of the names thrown out Cunningham - Don't see him ever leaving Cael's side. He's essentially already a head coach Burroughs - Big name and could create a lot of buzz but how realistic would his success be with no coaching experience? Yes, DT is in that same category but can you strike lightening twice? Koll - A few years ago this would've of been an epic hire. Koll is a great CEO and with Iowa's resources could've built a scary monster in Iowa City Schwab - Logical choice, hell of a coach, could build something special Metcalf - This is who I would pick if I was the AD. Knows Iowa but has also stepped outside the bubble and can refine it. Hahn - East coast guy, great developer, and has ties to the Iowa tree wrestling under JRob Dake - IDK, how can you coach other guys to pull off moves that defy the general laws of physics. Asst's/HWC - Seeking out someone like Jason Nolf or a wrestler from the AWA umbrella. Bring in new concepts and get guys who are innovators Edited February 9 by PortaJohn I Don't Agree With What I Posted
Rassling Posted February 9 Posted February 9 59 minutes ago, PortaJohn said: Few of the names thrown out Cunningham - Don't see him ever leaving Cael's side. He's essentially already a head coach Burroughs - Big name and could create a lot of buzz but how realistic would his success be with no coaching experience? Yes, DT is in that same category but can you strike lightening twice? Koll - A few years ago this would've of been an epic hire. Koll is a great CEO and with Iowa's resources could've built a scary monster in Iowa City Schwab - Logical choice, hell of a coach, could build something special Metcalf - This is who I would pick if I was the AD. Knows Iowa but has also stepped outside the bubble and can refine it. Hahn - East coast guy, great developer, and has ties to the Iowa tree wrestling under JRob Dake - IDK, how can you coach other guys to pull off moves that defy the general laws of physics. Asst's/HWC - Seeking out someone like Jason Nolf or a wrestler from the AWA umbrella. Bring in new concepts and get guys who are innovators what about Ringer who nhs mentioned the other day?
Fletcher Posted February 9 Posted February 9 2 hours ago, RandolphTJones said: DeSanto and Ramos as co-head coaches Gonna be tough for them to pull off the good cop/bad cop routine on the team.
PNWfan Posted February 9 Posted February 9 Metcalf would make a lot of sense and he has been getting groomed as an assistant now for years. I'm sure he would love to take the next step in his career soon. PNWfan
RandolphTJones Posted February 9 Posted February 9 52 minutes ago, Coastal said: Co-coaches are a good idea. Ramos could lead when DeSanto is suspended for threatening to kill another tournament worker And DeSanto could lead when Ramos spots Stieber in the crowd and pounces after him like a lion on a wounded gazelle.
CHROMEBIRD Posted February 9 Posted February 9 Would love to see Metcalf or Ramos, but they both seem to be happy with having some distance from the program. DSJ might be another good choice, and he'd have a good recruiting pipeline too. But either way, Iowa can't afford to or doesn't care enough to replace Tom right now. Maybe Terry and M*, as I think their contracts are up this year. Conversely, all the fans who are worried about Iowa losing their recruiting class if Brands were let go are worrying over nothing. It's Iowa, the roster will be fine. Same way Okie State's roster was fine after Ol' Johnnie retired.
ionel Posted February 9 Posted February 9 1 hour ago, Coastal said: Co-coaches are a good idea. Ramos could lead when DeSanto is suspended for threatening to kill another tournament worker But a DeSanto Gilman co-coach team would be taking the Tom/Terry crazy to a higher level. Any AD worth his salt is gonna want to up the current level. .
WrestlingRash Posted February 9 Posted February 9 I can't believe more people aren't mentioning Rob Koll.
Gus Posted February 9 Posted February 9 Just now, WrestlingRash said: I can't believe more people aren't mentioning Rob Koll. It's because Koll is already 60.
ionel Posted February 9 Posted February 9 Just now, Coastal said: Gilman is on the suspended list for whereabouts because he didn't file his retirement paperwork correctly. Pretty sure Iowa is an equal opportunity employer. .
OMW Posted February 9 Posted February 9 not throwing it out for Iowa, but Yianna Diakomihalis has stated publicly that he would like to be a head coach (the "CEO" type, of the Koll mold).
WrestlingRash Posted February 9 Posted February 9 11 minutes ago, Gus said: It's because Koll is already 60. he is the polar opposite of the meathead grind culture that is currently there. seems like it would be worth consideration in terms of a cultural reset.
MPhillips Posted February 9 Posted February 9 50 minutes ago, WrestlingRash said: I can't believe more people aren't mentioning Rob Koll. 38 minutes ago, WrestlingRash said: seems like it would be worth consideration in terms of a cultural reset. I'd be shocked if Koll wanted any part of Iowa and especially lead a, "cultural reset..." .
SNL Wrestling Posted February 9 Posted February 9 On 2/7/2026 at 5:46 PM, Former158 said: If the OSU move is the example, 250-500k a year would get a lot of good coaches to move. Especially when it comes with a loyal donor and fan base. With what they Pay Tom and Terry they could hire ANYONE. "Tom Brands, head wrestling coach at the University of Iowa, signed a 7-year contract (2022–2029) with an annual salary starting at $550,000 and rising to $800,000 by the 2028-29 season. Terry Brands, associate head coach for the Iowa Hawkeyes wrestling team, has an annual base salary set to increase to $400,000 for the 2024-25 and 2025-26 seasons " 11.5k Followers on X: https://x.com/WrestlingSNL 15.5k+ Followers on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wrestling.snl/
ionel Posted February 9 Posted February 9 Did I miss it or why has no one mentioned a Mark Jr & Chris Perry duo continuing the brother thing? .
Jerry Callo Posted February 9 Posted February 9 Unless it is someone like Burroughs or Dake I don't see any way a program as storied as Iowa would hire someone else without any HC experience.
Nak21 Posted February 10 Posted February 10 17 hours ago, SNL Wrestling said: With what they Pay Tom and Terry they could hire ANYONE. "Tom Brands, head wrestling coach at the University of Iowa, signed a 7-year contract (2022–2029) with an annual salary starting at $550,000 and rising to $800,000 by the 2028-29 season. Terry Brands, associate head coach for the Iowa Hawkeyes wrestling team, has an annual base salary set to increase to $400,000 for the 2024-25 and 2025-26 seasons " Does Iowa have a business school?? Cuz when it comes to wrestling, TnT, SlumLord Millionaire…ROI seems to be out the window, just throwing money out the window.
Caveira Posted February 10 Posted February 10 17 minutes ago, Nak21 said: Does Iowa have a business school?? Cuz when it comes to wrestling, TnT, SlumLord Millionaire…ROI seems to be out the window, just throwing money out the window. The highest nil on record is who? I always forget
Tyler Posted February 10 Posted February 10 2 minutes ago, Caveira said: The highest nil on record is who? I always forget No clue? Are you talking about Starocci?
Caveira Posted February 10 Posted February 10 Just now, Tyler said: No clue? Are you talking about Starocci? That is correct
HarryConnickJr Posted February 10 Posted February 10 Get rid of TnT, get Doug Schwab on board and give him 5 years, then reevaluate. I just don’t see things improving with TnT. If they had made an effort to change things up with assistants and show they are trying something, I might give them another year but they haven’t and now it is too late
Caveira Posted February 10 Posted February 10 (edited) 24 minutes ago, Tyler said: No clue? Are you talking about Starocci? Major donors and supporters of Penn State wrestling often include alumni, former athletes, and corporate partners, with significant funding going toward facilities like the Lorenzo Wrestling Complex and team support. Key supporters include: Rich Lorenzo: Former head coach and wrestler who raised nearly $6 million for the wrestling facility. Galen and Nancy Dreibelbis: Longtime supporters who contributed to the Lorenzo Wrestling Complex and Rec Hall video boards. Galen and Nancy donated over 5 million. Pyramid Healthcare: A corporate partner supporting Nittany Lion wrestling. Nittany Lion Club: The main fundraising arm that receives significant, often seven-figure, donations from supporters for athletic programs. Edited February 10 by Caveira
Tyler Posted February 10 Posted February 10 25 minutes ago, Caveira said: That is correct Well he won more individual titles in the same timeframe than the entire Iowa team. So I don’t see this as a big flex
Caveira Posted February 10 Posted February 10 1 minute ago, Tyler said: Well he won more individual titles in the same timeframe than the entire Iowa team. So I don’t see this as a big flex Psu fans pretend only Bob tosses $ at athletes as if psu isn’t doing it.
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