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LetsGoHawks83

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Omahawk2

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The gap is going to close, the playing field is going to be level… and every year it gets worse. Just doesn’t seem like there’s any expectations for Iowa wrestling anymore
Maybe, but Iowa will be on the outside looking in, praying for a top 5 finish annually

Just an average/bit above average program treading water
 

chirho

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The reality is, we are going to see really quickly if Beth is a legit AD. This program will not get better under Brands leadership.

It’s time for her to step up and make a courageous decision. To me You have to reach out to Nolf, Tom Ryan, Dake, and Burroughs.

They might all say no. And if so, you keep looking.
 

Trakker

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Maybe, but Iowa will be on the outside looking in, praying for a top 5 finish annually

Just an average/bit above average program treading water
Average.....no, well above

Catching psu anytime in the next 7-10 yrs.....no
 

DuckUnder

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I love the fire Brands comments lol as if anyone with common sense thought we'd have a chance... guys penn st is a all world team, what happened was gonna happen 9 out of 10 times... ryder looked decent vs #1, Bailey had a good period, peterson came to scrap, Williams didnt quit, Caliendo was there, PK didnt lose... theres some positives about this dual
 

Hawx224

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I love the fire Brands comments lol as if anyone with common sense thought we'd have a chance... guys penn st is a all world team, what happened was gonna happen 9 out of 10 times... ryder looked decent vs #1, Bailey had a good period, peterson came to scrap, Williams didnt quit, Caliendo was there, PK didnt lose... theres some positives about this dual
It really has nothing to do with results of this one dual. It has to do with the trend of the program over multiple seasons. This was the first year in awhile season tickets didn’t sell out. Why do you think that is? Iowa wrestling is in a precarious position right now, and despite what people think, it could get a whole lot worse very quickly
 

DuckUnder

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Beth needs to go to David Taylor and say, “Build what you’re going to build, but let’s do it together in the Big Ten.”

Then, give him what it takes to get him.
Big 10 is probably the only thing that would draw him... but okie st has more money and hes already planted his flag there and I doubt he would like going to iowa .... only job hed leave for is penn st
 

DuckUnder

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Jul 12, 2025
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It really has nothing to do with results of this one dual. It has to do with the trend of the program over multiple seasons. This was the first year in awhile season tickets didn’t sell out. Why do you think that is? Iowa wrestling is in a precarious position right now, and despite what people think, it could get a whole lot worse very quickly
Oh, tonight just made everyone start freaking out more about it,,, a pile on ... do you have an extra pitch fork for me? Im sold
 
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giveitall

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Does beth even know who Tavid Daylor is? Unfortunately spencer lee isn't the answer either. Dreary days ahead for iowa wrestling. Good thing they got that tunnel. Good place to get bent over in..like tonight.
 

Tacofarms1

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Jul 20, 2025
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The reality is, we are going to see really quickly if Beth is a legit AD. This program will not get better under Brands leadership.

It’s time for her to step up and make a courageous decision. To me You have to reach out to Nolf, Tom Ryan, Dake, and Burroughs.

They might all say no. And if so, you keep looking.
Problem is there are only two that “could” be better than Brands. Dake and Burroughs… Nolf no way, I refuse to drink the PSU cool aid.
There are NO current coaches that could do better than Brands other than the 2 that won’t leave their program

that being said if Iowa went with Burroughs, I would be done with Iowa wrestling. That guy reeks of Manning. Those are 2 people I met way back when Burroughs was in college, never have I ever had a warm fuzzy about them. He may be one of the best ever to put on a USA singlet, but he only cares about himself and Manning.

I’d throw the kitchen sink at Dake. He is exciting and well spoken. What a rivalry we could start with Taylor at Okie State, Dake Iowa