It's definitely a hurdle but if Central Michigan and Northern Iowa were able to get to that next level with similar issues, there's no reason to think NIU can't get there right the right coaching and recruiting. I don't think settling for the status quo is what should be done in Dekalb...
Musukaev must be on the patch, dude is wrestling into the second period now. Really impressive win, not sure that was a fall but I'm certainly not an expert on the freestyle quick pin.
He looked a little off to me, seems puffier and his stance was super upright. I'll go full conspiracy theory and say he's nursing an injury and hasn't been training fully.
Anyone know the semi final order or have a link to it? The UWW live stream page seems to be showing the mat assignments from early in the day, but maybe I have an outdated link.
I'm also skeptical that John would simply promise the job to Scott over his nephew who has been there (and rumored to be the heir apparent) for like a decade now. Then again does Scott take the downgrade in position if he's not given some assurance of being the next man up for the coaching gig?
I'm guessing the Spratley transfer was the reason, they unexpectedly got what is likely a stud 4 year starter at 125. Jordan becomes more of a luxury after that...