Tom Erikson

This is an opportunity to lead an established woman's program as the Head Wrestling Coach answering only to the Director of Athletics. Woman's wrestling is one of the fastest growing sports at the Collegiate level and competes in the WCWA (Woman's Collegiate Wrestling Association) and this is a great opportunity to come in and run your own program.

Head Coach Women’s Wrestling Lyon College invites applications for a full-time head coach of its women’s wrestling program effective immediately. The primary responsibilities of the head coach include building a wrestling program, hiring coaching staff, recruiting, conducting practices, and scheduling matches. Additional responsibilities include teaching a limited number of physical education courses and other duties as assigned. Applicants must have wrestling coaching/playing experience and an understanding of recruiting student athletes at a small, liberal arts college. A bachelor’s degree is required; master’s preferred. Lyon College is a U.S. News and World Report “top tier” national liberal arts college affiliated with the Presbyterian Church (USA). Lyon is located in the foothills of the Ozarks in Batesville, Arkansas, a safe and convenient town of 10,000 that serves as commercial, medical, social, and governmental hub for an eight-county area. The College enrolls over 700 students from twenty-five states and eleven foreign countries on its picturesque 136 acre campus. Entering freshmen have an average HSGPA of 3.6 and an average ACT of 25. The picturesque campus is 90 miles north of Little Rock and 125 miles west of Memphis. The College is a member of the NAIA and competes in the American Midwest Conference. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Interested candidates should send a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, and the names, addresses, phone numbers, and e-mail addresses of three current references to: Clarinda Foote, Office of Human Resources, Lyon College, PO Box 2317, Batesville, Arkansas, 72503. Electronic submissions can be sent to jobs@lyon.edu. Lyon College is an equal opportunity employer. For more information about Lyon College visit our website at www.lyon.edu.

Assistant Wrestling Coach Women’s and Men’s Lyon College invites applications for an assistant wrestling coach of its women’s and men’s wrestling programs beginning August 1, 2016. The primary responsibilities of the assistant coach include recruiting, monitoring athlete’s academic progress, assisting in practice and match preparation, performing equipment care and inventory. The candidate must demonstrate knowledge of and ability to comply with the NAIA, conference, and institution rules and regulations. A bachelor’s degree is required. Lyon College is a USN&WR “top tier” national liberal arts college affiliated with the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.). It is located in the foothills of the Ozarks in Batesville, Arkansas, a safe and convenient town of 10,000 that serves as commercial, medical, social, and governmental hub for an eight-county area. The College enrolls approximately 600 students from twenty-five states and eleven foreign countries on its picturesque 136-acre campus. Entering freshmen have an average HSGPA of 3.6 and an average ACT of 26. The picturesque campus is 90 miles north of Little Rock and 125 miles west of Memphis. The College is a member of the NAIA and competes in the American Midwest Conference. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Interested candidates should send a letter of interest, resume, and the names, addresses, phone numbers, and e-mail addresses of three current references to: Human Resources Office, Lyon College, PO Box 2317, Batesville, Arkansas, 72503. Electronic submissions can be sent to jobs@lyon.edu. Lyon College is an equal opportunity employer. For more information about Lyon College visit our website at www.lyon.edu. Job Description Title: Assistant Women’s and Men’s Wrestling Coach Department: Varsity Athletics Classification: Full-time Position for 2015-16 Reports to: Wrestling Head Coach and Director of Athletics Scope: · The primary responsibilities are recruiting, monitoring student-athletes academic progress, assisting in practice and match preparation, performing equipment care and inventory. Special Skills and Requirements: · Bachelor’s Degree required · Job related experience or participation collegiate wrestling · Computer skills—use of Microsoft Office Typical Duties, Responsibilities, Tasks and Assignments: · Recruitment of quality student athletes; in that regard, participate in comprehensive recruiting activities; coordinate efforts with admissions office to establish academic eligibility and arrange meetings between prospects and college officials; recommend individuals for scholarships Assists in the planning and running of woman’s practice, as well as the formulation and implementation of pre-and post-season conditioning programs · Work with Head Coach to organizes, plan and executes team travel. · Assists in wrestling meet set up; may also be asked to assist athletic department in roles such as facilities management and large event operations · Breakdowns video analysis of male and female athlete performance · Assist the head coach in the daily responsibilities necessary to run a successful NAIA Wrestling program · Know and comply with all NAIA, conference, and Institute rules and regulations · Provide leadership and instruction in terms of the personal and athletic development of student athletes at Lyon College · Assist administrative staff in fundraising efforts, as appropriate. Represent the Lyon College Athletic Department at professional, civic, charity and alumni events. · Ensure compliance with NAIA, Conference, and Institute rules and regulations · Strong academic background, good organizational and supervisory skills, ability to relate to students in a leadership role, and good people skills required. · The Candidate must have demonstrated knowledge of and ability to comply with NAIA, conference, and Institute rules and regulations.

Gentleman, As a former Team Leader and Coach of the Junior Duals Team all I ever wanted to was for our kids (Indiana Kids) was to get matches and improve their abilities, somewhere along the way that seems to have gotten lost in what the ISWA stands for. It has been exciting to see the growth of Indiana Wrestling, I remember the days where we would have a couple of kids who could compete on a national level to the point we are at now where we have multiple kids who can compete on a National and International level. The reason this is happening is because there are more opportunity for kids to wrestle and the Coaches are taking full advantage of those opportunities and going to places like Disney or Tennessee or Iowa or Wabash. In my time working with the ISWA I never tried to take a kid away from a Team event like Disney and that is because those events are special to the growth of the kid and the Team. Now I will say I tried to get kids from Fargo because at the duals (just like at Disney) you are guaranteed matches and a great deal of kids felt like Fargo was the place to go to get noticed when in fact those kids were not ready to compete at that level. I go on this message boards and see all the infighting and I get excited and the reason why is because so many people care about this sport their kids and programs. I encourage each and every one of you to stay the path and do what is best for your kids and programs because at the end of the day it is your kids who will get better along with your individual programs. As for the duals yes there needs to be some tweaks on the team selection process but at the end of the day it is wrestling and we need to get as many kids the opportunity to be wrestling as we can. The "elite" know were to go and get the matches they feel help them the most, isn't that how they got "elite" in the first place. If they don't we have a whole bunch of awesome Coaches in the state that are willing to help them I'm sure. Tom Erikson Head Coach Lyon College

As a junior Team Leader I am all in favor of a "two event" requirement. Those events could include tournaments or official RTC practice with at least a Silver Certified clinician running the session. I believe kids would get just as much if not more benefit out of a two hour session at an RTC as they would going to a tournament and getting a couple of matches. Another option would be keep the two events in place but mandate at least one of them is a tournament with an option of the second event being a tournament or RTC. Requiring a silver certified clinician you can assure yourself of someone who has invested their time in learning and understanding the match strategy and techniques. The ISWA can provide a list of those individuals who reside in the state to the RTC's or the RTC's can contact the ISWA to make sure the individual is at least silver certified. The RTC's would require kids sign into the RTC they attend and be able to provide proof if necessary. This isn't the final answer but it sure goes along way to resolve the stress of getting in two events in a four week span.

In talking with the Purdue Coaches they will be having an RTC every Wednesday night for the next several months. It will be a great opportunity for those looking to get to that next level a chance to roll around with those on the Team as well as other studs who show each Wednesday evening. The coaching staff will be running practices in preparation for the Western Regional (Las Vegas), the US Open (Las Vegas) and the University Nationals as well as the FILA tournaments in Akron OH. Their will also be guest clinicians as well as other surprises each Wednesday night. So if you are looking to step up your game the Purdue RTC is a stop you might consider. I plan on attending so why don't you?

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In the past their has been a selection process with the state champion getting the right to accept or decline the spot, from their it drops to the second or third place finisher to decline the spot. in theory this has been a good way to select the team but in actuality it has been a nightmare with all the conflicts, prom, SAT's or ACT'S and don't forget the good old Disney duals. I have been associated with this process for well over 10 years and think if we truly want to be competitive we have to do some form of selection process. I truly believe this will give the Team a little bit of the wow factor knowing it is by selection only. Their are still a few bumps that will need to be worked out in terms of the the state tournaments having some influence in the selection process (maybe two Teams). I can say this, that it has been a honor to work with the ISWA and look forward to helping in any way I can in the future. Tom Erikson Team Leader Juniors

Awesome Job Coach Hump and the High Rollers! Went out to Las Vegas and got it done! What happened to Coach Myers, I thought he was one of the Coaches who took the High Rollers to Virginia and some of the other tournaments they competed in. Having an MMA tie in would of been right up his alley. T

Brock Hudkins was named to the All Tournament Team in The Junior Duals. Brock wrestled Freestyle and was a perfect 9-0, Congratulations Brock! Junior National Duals All Tournament Team announced Freestyle 126 Brock Hudkins Indiana 9-0 Mitch McKee Minnesota 7-0 Charles Tucker New Jersey 7-0 Adam Whitesell Maryland 7-0

Still have spots open and I would rather not forfeit of have one of our freestyle persons double up to fill them. Time is running out so if you know of anyone please drop me a note and we can get them on the team. Tom Erikson Team Leader Juniors

The Junior Duals Team still has several Open Weights that we are looking to fill; 100 lbs. Both Styles 120 lbs. Greco 126 lbs. Greco 182 lbs. Greco If anyone is interested contact me and I will forward you the details of the cost and Itinerary. Tom Erikson Team Leader Juniors terik28901@aol.com

Broke camp yesterday with Cadets still on the rode as I type. Good camp, not great but good, I think the kids in attendance learned a great deal from the clinicians and coaches who where present. I wanted to thank everyone for all the emails in helping us find replacements for 220 and hwt, we have done that and I will be posting when we get confirmations and monies in hand. We continue to have injuries and people who have decided to withdraw so please keep an eye on our/your roster. I say your roster because this Team represents the State so we need to put the best possible young men on to represent the you the State of Indiana . Tom Erikson Team Leader Juniors

Camp started out well, a few guys late getting in along with a few no shows. We have some of our Juniors who are taking the SAT's today, Good Luck Boys!!! Looking for a productive day in Hamilton Heights! Tom Erikson Team Leader Juniors

Camp opened today with the news that both Andre Porter and Shawn Streck got injured and will not be wrestling g in the Junior Duals. What does that mean well it means we need a 220 Lbr. and Hwt. If you know someone or if you have someone in of me or email me. Tom Eriksn Team Leader Juniors Terik28901@aol.com

Today is Check-in day for the Cadets and Juniors for the Duals Camp. You will need to go to the back of the school (by the football Field) and enter through Door I (located next to the weight room). Myself as well as other coaches will be sitting at the end of the hallway to check you in and point you in the right direction. * Hamilton Heights High School believe it or not is still in session (last day) so please be respectful! When you arrive please make sure you have what ever forms you have not turned in and all monies still owed for your respective trip. You will also need appropriate workout gear for the camp. * Cadets we will be able to wash your gear on the last day so you have clean gear for your trip to Florida. Looking forward to a great camp!

2014 Junior Duals Roster Freestyle Greco 100 - OPEN OPEN 106 - David Bryant * David Bryant * 113 - Karl Wilhelm * Karl Wilhelm * 120 – Ben Cauffman * Noah Richardson ? 126 - Brock Hudkins Jake Skaggs ? 132 - Brandon James * Sage Coy * 138 - Deondre Wilson ? Devin Broukal * 145 - Jake Tucker * Stephen Kitko * 152 – Mathew Ruddick * Mathew Ruddick * 160 - Tre Lynch Mathew Kelly 170 - have a possible 182 - Will Amberger OPEN 195 - Tyler Scott * Robert Manns * 220 - Have found possibles for both styles 285 - Have found possible for both styles As you can see there are a great many question marks on peoples names. If you see this and have not been in contact with ME, NOT your coach then you must do so. Tom Erikson Team Leader Juniors terik28901@aol.com P.S. the star after their name means that I have received some form of acknowledgement or payment

Coach Ervin, I have sent you an email that if you could look at and get back to me as quickly as possible. I do not want a young man to lose an opportunity. Tom Erikson Team Leader Juniors

Coach Hull is 100% correct in that we do have people who are interested in participating for Team Indiana. When I am contacted my immediate reply is to have them wrestle in the Central Regional that way we can take a look at them and get the best possible kids on the Team. If you haven't been called or emailed or even texted and want to be on this Team please do not wait contact myself, one of the duals coaches or even let your high school coach know and we will absolutely take a look at you and see if we can make it happen. One of the requirements is that you must have a valid USA Wrestling Card. Tom Erikson team Leader Juniors

I want to Thank everyone who has committed to filling the above roster, we look forward to a great trip in Oklahoma City. In saying that your commitment to Team Indiana is only partially complete you must still fill out and send to me ALL COMPLETED FORMS and PAYMENT to officially secure your spot on this Team. Contact info; Tom Erikson 1710 Ashbury Ct. West Lafayette, IN 47906 terik28901@aol.com

As the team Leader for the Duals Team this is a great event to help lock in one of the open spots on the Team. Myself and some of the coaches will be attending so we look forward to seeing you get after it. Tom Erikson Team leader Junior Duals

If you don't see a name on here that you feel belongs please let me or Coach Hull know and we will look into it. As Coach said the deadline for the number 1 place winner has passed and we are now looking to fill roster spots with 2nd and 3rd placers getting priority. Disclaimer To be on this team you must have a current ISWA card, it is preferable that you have wrestled in an ISWA event or a USAW event if you have not met the above criteria. Looking forward to hearing from you Tom Erikson Team Leader

Thank You Coach Hull for keeping the Duals on everyone's radar screens. As Coach Hull has stated we as a state would love nothing more than to show the rest of the country how good we are as a State. I think we took a big step in proving that by winning the Folkstyle Nationals last week in Iowa. I would like to continue that success by sending our best kids to Oklahoma City for the Juniors and to Florida for the Cadets. To do this we need your help Coaches, Parents and Wrestles to compete in the ISWA State Tournaments. The State Freestyle and State Greco Tournaments are the first step in the process of representing Team Indiana in their respective Dual meet Tournaments. More information will follow so continue training and we look forward to seeing you on the mats! Tom Erikson Team Leader Junior Duals

I don't think we have scene the best Cashe' Quiroga for several years due to injury or illness. In saying that I do believe we will see him very soon and I do believe he is the best person for what ever weight he chooses to go. If he isn't rest assured Purdue will be well represented at that weight because of Cashe' pushing that individual. No disrespect to the other individuals (they are tough for sure) but my money is on Cashe' money, as I said either way they are going to be tough.

Not that I have a dog in this fight anymore I will inject my two cents. Cashe' beat some guy from Minnesota twice in the Big Ten Tournament name Dardannes and then lost in the round of twelve at the NCAA Tournament where Dardannes placed. Having an All American in the room has a big impact on the Team as it forces others to raise their game to compete at that same level, seeing Kyle win a match over Cashe' is evidence of that. This is a great situation for Purdue as they have two young men who can compete at that next level which in turn should carry over to the rest of the Team.