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    lrioux reacted to Y2CJ41 in Raymond Rioux of Avon commits to   
    Congratulations to Raymond Rioux from Avon for signing with Indianapolis. He is projected to wrestle 133.

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    lrioux reacted to Y2CJ41 in Pre-season mag?   
    Here is the link
    https://www.magcloud.com/browse/issue/1679155?__r=128355
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    lrioux reacted to Mattyb in Junior 138 possible champ vs champ   
    Ain’t going to lie Matt. Dem boys may have been taking some Advil to get them on that dance floor! But yes they all got to the prom.
    Ol Ray Rioux got him a new car too. That kid had him a good weekend!!! 
    Man..... Juniors really should be in the first session. Anybody miss state to go to prom? It was hard for our boys to make it and we are right here. 
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    lrioux reacted to tskin in 2019 MS Heartland Duals Gold and Blue Teams   
    I have had the opportunity to coach at Kingsport twice for Team North Carolina when my nephews (Who wrestle at Campbell now) were on the team and have coached both the elem and middle school teams at Heartland over last couple years.  Both tourneys has their shares of studs but I would say for the depth and overall talent level of the teams Heartland wins it going away.  Kingsport is a neat tourney and I agree would be a great meet to introduce our kids new to national level competition too.
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    lrioux reacted to base in 2019 MS Heartland Duals Gold and Blue Teams   
    One thing that might resolve some issues is expanded sponsorship of ISWA teams.  If ISWA can line up sponsors so that "Team Indiana" events are virtually free for the wrestlers and their families, then you would take away the cost argument and may start seeing some families that have earned a spot but can't afford the trip begin to participate more.
    Wrestling has a lot of successful, extremely loyal alumni. I think it would be appealing to know you are sponsoring the official "Team Indiana" and be able to show a lineup of events they are raising money for.
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    lrioux reacted to Bulldog89 in 2019 MS Heartland Duals Gold and Blue Teams   
    I second what Jason said.  This was my son's 1st and hopefully not last time to wrestle for Team Indiana.  He expressed what a great honor it was to wear the Indiana singlet and to wrestle with kids from all across the state.  He has been talking with his Team Indiana team mates all week and they are still talking about the Heartland Duals trip.  He has stated many times this week that he wants Team Indiana to be in that Championship match & to battle for the National Title.  It is about pride and getting Indiana to the top.  
    Let's work together and put the best Team Indiana out there no matter what level (MS or Elementary) that the state can put on the mat.
    Not sure if that is 2 cents or a penny Jason!!
     
    Dave Doster  
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    lrioux reacted to CasualObserver in 2019 MS Heartland Duals Gold and Blue Teams   
    Well... this escalated quickly!  As a parent of a wrestler that has been through the entire elementary wrestling scene and now the middle school scene, I feel like I have seen and heard it all at this point on the youth level.  I think we can all agree and understand that every parent wants to do what they think is best for their child.  I have had to make numerous decisions on what tournaments to attend, what teams to wrestle for, what weekends to take off, etc and make those decisions fully knowing that some people will be upset with the choices that I make.  I guess its all "part of the game." 
    With that being said, I do understand the idea JMILL is trying to make about loyalty.  There have absolutely been teams, coaches, organizations that have provided opportunities over the years that have been invaluable.  As my son has gotten better and better, I still try to help those groups or people out when we can.  The ISWA being one of those groups.  I don't agree or like every decision the ISWA has made over the years, but I also appreciate dearly the opportunities they have provided for my son.  I also know they are going to continue to provided outstanding opportunities for my son in the coming years, both on the mat and off.  Over the course of an entire year, I see it as a privilege and honor to go wrestle for Team Indiana at the Heartland Duals for one weekend.  My son loves the trip and I do to.  We have always had great competition at this dual and the friendships made at the arena and hotel will last a lifetime for us.  Even if the wrestling wasn't at the highest level (though I would argue that it is...), what is problem with taking one weekend to support our state association?  There are 51 other weekends available to go wrestle at what you perceive to be a "better tournament",  We have wrestled at every national tournament you can image and even multiple tournaments overseas.  Ask my son to rank his top five experiences, and I can guarantee Heartland Duals would make that list.  
    So I guess what I am most confused by, are the lines by K,hudd that "the kids deserve better" and "we don't need 'Team Indiana' to win a national title".   I strongly feel the kids aren't issue in this statement, this is a parent issue.  Every weekend of the year you can go wrestle at a "national tournament' and gain the title "National Champion" without Team Indiana even remotely being apart of that experience.  However, if you look at the long road and big picture, you will need "Team Indiana" on your singlet to go compete for a true national title that matters at Fargo...  However, to each their own.  Like I said previously, we all have to make decisions that we feel are best for our kid at the time and not everyone will agree with them.  I agree with Mattyb though... don't come on to a thread celebrating what one group did and disparage that group, this behavior won't help resolve any unity issues!
    Just my two worthless cents...
    Jason Schoeff
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    lrioux reacted to TripleB in 2019 MS Heartland Duals Gold and Blue Teams   
    Well let me tell you something brother.....
    I didn’t even know AAU wrestling still existed, that’s cute, good for them. 
    I just took my third trip in 4 years to Heartland. I have zero personal investment and I spend a ton of money. I go because I want to see Indiana compete on a national level. It helps, it helps w recruiting, it helps w exposure, it’s helps w everything. I’m about “Team Indiana” and growing the state because when the dads come and go w their kids, I’ll still be here plugging along trying to raise the level of wrestling in Indiana.
     Heading to some AAU dual in a sweaty gym in nowhere TN is nothing more than medal chasing. 
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    lrioux reacted to JMILL in 2019 MS Heartland Duals Gold and Blue Teams   
    there was a winter storm that prevented a few teams and states from travelling, as happens every year a few teams may have chosen another option but you are kidding yourself if you think "the trend will continue".   
    You have to tell yourself whatever helps you believe it K.hudd but the bottome line is seperating the talent made both teams less competitive.  You and I can certainly debate this any night at CWA but you know as I do where most of the other states gold level teams were at that weekend.
    I am on board all day long with teams going to Kingsport to get in a different tournament, but when our state enters Heartland to put our best national team together and that doesnt happen its a dissapointment to all and it should be to you also.
    I would venture to guess your comment about not needing "team indiana" is more of a reflection on your personal opinions based on my observations of your level of loyalty to any one club, organization or academy.
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    lrioux got a reaction from JMILL in Middle School State Prep Practice   
    Practice #2 is this Saturday from 9:00-12:00!  Hope to see you there!
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    lrioux got a reaction from Justin Ratliff in Middle School State Prep Practice   
    Contenders Wrestling Academy will be holding 2 Middle School State Prep Practices open to any wrestler grades 6th-8th grade who hold a USAW card.  You do not have to be a member of the Academy to attend these practices.  
    Practices will be this Friday February 2nd from 6:00pm-8:30pm and again on Saturday February 10th from 9:00am-12:00pm.  Cost is $10 per wrestler/per practice. 
    We look forward to having a room full of Middle Schoolers who want to get on the podium at Middle School State!
    Contenders Address is- 1650 E Northfield Dr. Brownsburg, IN 
    Please contact me if you have any questions - lauren@contenderswrestling.com or 317-999-5635
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    lrioux reacted to JMILL in Middle School State Prep Practice   
    added suite #
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    lrioux got a reaction from JMILL in Sunday Night Live at Contenders   
    Contenders Wrestling Academy will be starting a Sunday Night Live practice open to all 8th grade and up wrestlers.  First practice is this Sunday April 10th at 5:00pm.  Cost is just $10.00 and you must have a current USAW card.  Multiple State champs will be in attendance.  Come out and wrestle with some of the best wrestlers in Indiana.
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    lrioux got a reaction from Mattyb in Sunday Night Live at Contenders   
    Contenders Wrestling Academy will be starting a Sunday Night Live practice open to all 8th grade and up wrestlers.  First practice is this Sunday April 10th at 5:00pm.  Cost is just $10.00 and you must have a current USAW card.  Multiple State champs will be in attendance.  Come out and wrestle with some of the best wrestlers in Indiana.
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    lrioux got a reaction from TeamGarcia in Sunday Night Live at Contenders   
    Contenders Wrestling Academy will be starting a Sunday Night Live practice open to all 8th grade and up wrestlers.  First practice is this Sunday April 10th at 5:00pm.  Cost is just $10.00 and you must have a current USAW card.  Multiple State champs will be in attendance.  Come out and wrestle with some of the best wrestlers in Indiana.
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