irishfb88 Posted February 23, 2015 Share Posted February 23, 2015 It was so sad to see James break down after winning his 3rd place match this past weekend. However, it does raise the question... Best to never win it? A 5th, two 3rd's, a Runner Up, and many National off-season accoladee sure seem like best to never win it numbers. What do you all think? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SWINfan Posted February 23, 2015 Share Posted February 23, 2015 Has to be considered. MD's Craig Macke with a 4th, 2nd, 2nd and 3rd (the 3rd resulting in meeting Angel Escobedo in the semis instead of the finals as he did in his junior year) to me gets the nod, but Brandon is right there in the discussion for sure. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NavyGonzo Posted February 23, 2015 Share Posted February 23, 2015 (edited) I would say Vince Corsaro - 3X Runner-up/4X Placer, hard to argue against him Branden James (3rd, 5th, 2nd, 3rd) - with two wins over the champ his senior year The Keiffer Brothers (I think both of them placed all 4 years) Shannon Stout (6th, 5th, 2nd, 3rd) Randy Baker (3rd, 3rd, 7th, 6th) - 3 wins over the Champ his Senior Year... Great Baseball Player as well Craig Macke (4th, 2nd, 2nd, 3rd) - twice behind Angel Escobedo Edited February 23, 2015 by NavyGonzo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dingo Brigade Posted February 23, 2015 Share Posted February 23, 2015 James might not have the very best in-state resume compared with Macke and Corsaro and maybe a couple of others,but I bet he has more 'big wins' over elite opponents and more national credentials than any others in the discussion. rdrodd1 and BeastMode#31 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DLane Posted February 23, 2015 Share Posted February 23, 2015 best to never win it...i believe he beat CJ Red this past year at FloNationals. i know Red was up a weight class too, but still a good win for James cause Red is the real deal Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RASSLER4LIFE Posted February 23, 2015 Share Posted February 23, 2015 It was really tough seeing him leave the mat after his 3rd place match, really felt sorry for him! Impressed that he came back out and wrestled like the true champion he is after suffering such a huge loss. I was equally impressed with Stevenson battling thru his many injuries to get back to the podium, a true test of his character and grit!! Dingo Brigade 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ontherise219 Posted February 23, 2015 Share Posted February 23, 2015 Brandon is a class act. Great career I'm sure he will do well in college. He has a bright future. So tough hr has single digit losses and perry wrestles a crazy good schedule Career losses 1. Jared brooks state semi finals 2. Tom gettinger semi state championship 3. Luke welch state quarter finals 4. Skylar lykins team state 5. Deondre Wilson 4x county,regionals,semi state, state 6. Joe Lee state semi finals Not bad Jon H and NavyGonzo 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maligned Posted February 23, 2015 Share Posted February 23, 2015 (edited) To ask this question another way: Is James currently at the highest national ranking of any Indiana kid that never ended up winning a title? We've certainly had nationally ranked guys lose at state, but has anyone ranked as high as James is currently finished their career with zero titles? I can't think of anyone. Edited February 23, 2015 by maligned Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jayruss Posted February 24, 2015 Share Posted February 24, 2015 I always said Macke, but James makes a strong argument Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
asbury4040 Posted February 25, 2015 Share Posted February 25, 2015 Toby Turner? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grappleapple Posted February 25, 2015 Share Posted February 25, 2015 Brenden Campbell - undefeated and ranked no. 1 as a freshman before an emergency appendectomy ended his season as a freshman. Third as a sophomore and then lost two very close matches under the lights as a junior and a senior. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlaskanMountie Posted February 26, 2015 Share Posted February 26, 2015 Alex Dolly should be towards the top of the list. combatspeed06 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MitchRobb Posted February 26, 2015 Share Posted February 26, 2015 Brandon James without a doubt Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MCKAJC Posted February 26, 2015 Share Posted February 26, 2015 It would seem this is more evidence of the rise of Indiana wrestling over the past few years from a depth perspective. Very encouraging and fun to be a part of. MitchRobb 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lilsweezy Posted February 27, 2015 Share Posted February 27, 2015 (edited) sawyer milller? best pound for pound for pound i would say. Edited February 27, 2015 by lilsweezy J.G. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smooth34 Posted February 27, 2015 Share Posted February 27, 2015 Brenden Campbell - undefeated and ranked no. 1 as a freshman before an emergency appendectomy ended his season as a freshman. Third as a sophomore and then lost two very close matches under the lights as a junior and a senior. One of the most exciting matches I've ever seen. Petrov vs. Campbell. James would be near the the top of the list. Dolly was a beast. Still can't believe Randy Baker never won. Corsaro 3x runner up...wow. Shocked he lost last year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ForemanMA Posted February 28, 2015 Share Posted February 28, 2015 Jeff Pease. NavyGonzo, Major Ursula and fanatic46041 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cward Posted March 4, 2015 Share Posted March 4, 2015 Petrov vs Campbell was a classic. I have searched everywhere for a video of that match. Would love to rewatch it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maligned Posted March 4, 2015 Share Posted March 4, 2015 Here's a clip of a couple minutes of insanity in the middle of the Petrov/Campbell match: http://www.ihigh.com/hoosiersports365/video_905094.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NavyGonzo Posted March 4, 2015 Share Posted March 4, 2015 Petrov vs Campbell was a classic. I have searched everywhere for a video of that match. Would love to rewatch it Not sure how far they go back, but ihsaatv.org has streaming archives... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maligned Posted March 4, 2015 Share Posted March 4, 2015 Not sure how far they go back, but ihsaatv.org has streaming archives... It looks like they have every match from 2014 state finals weekend, but that seems to be it for wrestling. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jayruss Posted March 4, 2015 Share Posted March 4, 2015 Thank u sir my weekend is now booked Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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