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Guess who gassed again? Andrew just pounds and pounds the head, Meade is done after being taken down.

Great job, Andrew!

Hope to see you up at CIA-NW over the summer whenever you get a chance to come home.

I don't know for sure...but I would imagine in this first year, the meets are all "away" just to get the ball rolling for the program and establish good, strong relationships between the schools.

Nice job, Coach Vega! A strong schedule, especially for your debut! (NAIA-Scholarship school)

CCSJ Crimson Wave: 2009-2010 Wrestling Schedule

Day              Date              Meet                Time

Saturday  Nov. 7    Stevenspoint        Open

Univ. of Wisconsin Stevens Point TBA

Tuesday Nov. 10 Dual Meet

Wabash College TBA

Sunday Nov. 15 Michigan State Open

Michigan State University TBA

Friday Dec. 4 Indiana Little State Trny

Trine University TBA

Saturday Dec. 5 Indiana Little State Trny

Trine University TBA

Saturday Dec. 19 Dual Meet

Harper College TBA

Friday Dec. 30 Midwest Open

Harper College TBA

Saturday Jan. 2 Midwest Classic

University of Indianapolis TBA

Sunday Jan. 3 Midwest Classic

University of Indianapolis TBA

Friday Jan. 8 Dual Meet

Manchester College TBA

Wednesday Jan. 13 Dual Meet

University of Indianapolis TBA

Saturday Jan. 23 Monon Bell Dual

Wabash College TBA

Tuesday Jan. 26 Dual Meet

Hannibal-LaGrange College TBA

Sunday Feb. 7 Harper Open

Harper College TBA

Saturday Feb. 20 NAIA Regional Qualifier

Cumberland Univ.  TBA

Thurs-Sat. Mar. 4-6 NAIA National Tournament

Oklahoma City, OK TBA

I think that's a great idea!

I believe you will have many more of the winners in the photo than years past.

A great choice of schools, Manchester College gets Kurt Monix!

In addition to placing 6th at state this year, Kurt lead the Devils football team to a 13-1 record at QB and also is one of the better pole vaulters in the area. A great all-around athlete! Good luck kid! Just don't do the same crazy things I did at MC!! 

A good workout tonight!

If you haven't had a chance to go through one of Coach Willmann's practices, you are missing out. Make sure to make it down on Wednesdays at Lowell HS for his RTC. Start time: 6pm.

Congratulations! A great program and the kids are working hard!

1st place in the Small Team division at Freestyle State! Nice work, boys! Great parents/kids/coaches make it all worthwhile! Keep up the hard work.

GrecoCoach:

That's really what my post was intended for...to foster discussion about it; again, I feel the ISWA does a tremendous job but if we can improve the award by altering and modifying as we go along through meaningful discussions, it is prudent for everyone.

A consideration could actually be given to either Middle School State or the ISWA Folkstyle State as counting toward the Triple Crown. (just my opinion)

There have been wrestlers recognized at the high school level for winning the IHSAA state title, greco state, and freestyle state and have been issued the Triple Crown plaque when they DID NOT participate or win the ISWA Folkstyle State. Just as middle school state doesn't fall under the auspices (per se) of the ISWA nor does the IHSAA so I would recommend keeping it standardized and recognizing the Middle School State tourney just as the IHSAA state tourney is recognized.

This is NOT a complaint, just a suggestion...the ISWA does a wonderful job and I am just throwing this out there..."food for thought". If we are going to count the IHSAA state finals in the trilogy, lets include the IHSWCA middle school state finals as well.

Some great action and class act kids/parents! That's what this sport is all about! Hard work, dedication, and sportsmanship for life!

I got a chance to watch the match too...

I agree, one of the best matches that I saw all weekend!

Congratulations to both wrestlers, a lot of heart.

Demi Allen reminds me a lot of a little Kayla Miracle...both are very cute girls "off" of the mat, but on the mat, they will

just pound you into ground!

One tough, little stud!!!! Congrats!!!!

Brandi, that is a GREAT accomplishment!!! Very rare indeed.

Tommy, Congrats!!!!!

--The Lowell Wrestling family

Seeing great people all weekend meant a lot to me! Indiana Wrestling folks are the BEST! I missed seeing the Shipleys, Dewitts, Griffiths, Schurgs, Crarys, and many more but whenever I get a chance to talk with my buddy Lance Ellis, life is good! LOL

I want to congratulate Brock Morgan for a great match! Brock, you are a class act kid and your demeanor and courtesy whether you win or lose should be modeled by everyone. A true warrior, on and off the mat.

Congrats to Blake Rypel! A great year for him, Tami, you must be very proud!

Way to go Tommy Cash! TRIPLE CROWN winner.

A nice job by Tyler Fleener too! Having an injury in the past and still being able to wrestle with heart and intensity, it takes a special effort!

To big papa Joe Reitz: Keep on truck'in, the boys are improving and will be just fine!

I want to say congratulations to Drew Hughes for winning what I call a "Triple Crown" this season. He won Middle School state, greco state, and freestyle state...to me, that is a "Triple Crown"...and one tough thing to do!

Kenny Hughes-great job, kid!

Alex Mavros-Keep on working hard!

Nate "The Beast" Cleveland-I am getting old because I remember you being so little and now? Amazing! There are not too many 215lbers with a ripped 6-pack!

Thanks to CIA and Coach Joe Willmann, your dedication and passion is overwhelming!

I spoke with Trent yesterday at Greco State, his passion for the sport is obvious. Congratulations Coach!

--Coach Tucker, Lowell Wrestling

p.s. I especially enjoyed the time spent making fun of Coach Willmann! (LOL-just kidding, Joe!)

I did notice that in INDY there are still a lot of convenient locations with flexible daily hours!

See you Sunday! 

I have been in mourning for quite some time my friend! Very sad, indeed. That's okay though, I am currently lobbying for a new Duncan Donuts to arrive in town. I'll be wiping glazed crumbs from my uniform shirt soon! (Hopefully)

:) :) :) :)

This is three (3) different articles on the signings of local kids that have signed with the brand new Calumet College program. (I didn't shorten the length w/web link due to this--instead of 3 separate posts) This info was copied from the Calumet College's athletics web site.

Highland?s Tyler to Wrestle for the Crimson Wave

4/2/09 - Calumet College of St. Joseph athletic director Peter Haze Haring has announced the signing of Johnathan Tyler, a two time semi-state qualifier, from Highland High School to a national letter of intent to continue his academic and athletic careers in wrestling with the Crimson Wave.

The highly talented Highland High School wrestler is also a two time regional and sectional runner-up, two time Griffith Dual Champion, two time Hobart Dual Champion, two time runner up at the Harvest Classic.  Tyler was also a team captain his junior and senior seasons compiling a career record of 87-36.

Tyler will bring a hard work ethic to the new the program and really concentrate on improving throughout his career. ?College wrestling is a different beast, it will take a lot of hard work and more dedication, there are no slouches in college wrestling, I have to bring everything every day.? Said Tyler on his transition from high school to college wrestling

Tyler will study elementary education while attending Calumet College of St. Joseph.  ?I really want to buckle down on my academics? said Tyler.  Hard work and dedication will be seen in Tyler not only on the mats but in the classroom as well.

?Johnathan will become a big part in building the wrestling program here at Calumet College of St. Joseph.  His experience on the mat will bring a lot to this young team.  We are very excited to have Johnathan here part of the Crimson Wave athletic department.?  Said Athletic Director Peter Haze Haring on Johnathan Tyler

Anderson Chooses Crimson Wave Wrestling

3/17/09 - Calumet College of St. Joseph athletic director Peter Haze Haring has announced the signing of Coty Anderson, a two time NCC Heavy Weight Conference Champion, from Highland High School to a national letter of intent to wrestle and pursue his academic career at Calumet College of St. Joseph.

The well decorated Highland wrestler is a two time semi-state qualifier, sectional champion and two time conference champion.  Anderson was named to the NCC All-Conference first team his junior and senior seasons along with LAC Honorable Mention his sophomore season.  Anderson was also a back to back Lake County Champion, Griffith Super Duals Champion, and LC Harvest Classic Champion.  During his senior year Anderson also claimed the Border Wars Heavy Weight Title.  He finished his senior season with an overall record of 29-2 with 23 falls.

Anderson will come to Calumet College of St. Joseph to study Criminal Justice.  ?I decided on Calumet College of St. Joseph because it is close to home.  They actually care if you succeed you?re not just a number and I like that.?  Said Coty Anderson on choosing Calumet College of St. Joseph  Anderson will pursue his bachelor?s degree while competing as a Crimson Wave athlete.  Applying his passion for wrestling to the class room is what will make him succeed at a high level.

?Coty Anderson is very talented athlete from this area.  We are very excited to have him become a part of the Crimson Wave athletic department.  His hard work and experiences on the mat will help build the program at Calumet College of St. Joseph.?  Said athletic director Peter Haze Haring on Coty Anderson

Gregory Becomes First for Wrestling

3/10/09 - Calumet College of St. Joseph athletic director Peter Haze Haring has announced that, Cody Powers Gregory, a 171-189 lb weight class wrestler, from Perry Meridian High School, has signed a national letter of intent to continue his athletic and academic careers with the Crimson Wave.

The former Perry Meridian standout wrestled varsity for two years while competing with the state?s toughest competition.  Gregory ended his career at Perry Meridian High School with an overall record of 123-19.  Gregory also wrestled for the Team Indiana National team where his senior year he placed 4th at the national meet, along with a 4th place finish by the team.

Cody Powers Gregory will come to Calumet College of St. Joseph to study Media and Fine Arts.  Gregory?s strong work ethic on the mat will surely carry over in the class room. 

?We are excited to have a wrestler with the talent of Cody here at Calumet College of St. Joseph.  He (Gregory) will bring a lot of experience to this first year program.  Cody will become a vital asset to the building of this program as it moves forward.?  Said Athletic Director Peter Haze Haring.   

Calumet College of St. Joseph to add wrestling for 2009-2010

2/15/09 ? Calumet College of St. Joseph proudly announces that the athletic department will add the sport of wrestling for the 2009-2010 season.

?This is another exciting moment for Crimson Wave athletics at CCSJ? states Athletic Director Peter Haze Haring. ?Adding the sport of wrestling to Calumet College of St. Joseph will be another unique opportunity that the College will offer to a prospective student-athlete. The local area is rich with wrestling talent and we hope that we can fill a very important niche within the northwest Indiana and Chicagoland wrestling community.?

Calumet College of St. Joseph is a member of the Chicagoland Collegiate Athletic Conference (CCAC) and will be the first member institution to offer the sport of wrestling.

Wrestlers interested in Crimson Wave wrestling should fill out a Recruit Profile, to provide the Crimson Wave Athletic Department with the proper contact information.

An extensive search will be done to fine a quality head coach to lead the new Crimson Wave wrestling program. For more information on the program contact Peter Haze Haring at pharing@ccsj.edu.

Wrestling Signees

Cody Powers Gregory

Perry Meridian HS

Coty Anderson

Highland HS

Johnathan Tyler

White Sox Baby!

To even let people know that you are CUBS fan is just downright self-mutilating isn't it?

The most pathetic sports organization in history!

Even the last time they won a world title, there was what....8 teams in the league?

Infolady:

Not to pile more work on you but is this a RECORD number of AAs from Indiana?

43 seems to be much more than I remember...and I believe the attendance out there this year was a record...nearly 2,700 participants.

Nick Reenan is with "BEST TRAINED" but has spent a lot of time with Kenny Monday and his club. Reenan most likely will be attending Dallas Bishop Lynch H.S., one of the best programs in the nation. Him and his father are great folks.

I was speaking with Nick Reenan's father (National Champion at Novice 80lbs) and they live in the Dallas area, just north of the city. Mr. Reenan told me that he thought Indiana was moving up into the upper-level of states for wrestling from what he has seen over the past several years! He kept saying, "You guys from Indiana are tough and are improving every year".

Being a guy from Texas and him telling me that really felt good. I really feel that the ISWA, the parents, athletes, coaches, etc. are moving in the right direction!! Keep up the great work!!

If you haven't seen him on the football field, you are missing out. Nathan is a psychotic, raging maniac on the football field...his motor never stops!

I think by the time he graduates next year, he'll have D-1 offers for both football and wrestling...he'll have to decide. One thing is for sure...he is one wild dude! I have coached him since 4th grade (Club and Middle School) and the kid has special talents.

Congrats Nathan! We love ya, kid!

p.s. I missed out on Willmann's reaction to your PIN in the finals! I wish I could have seen that! LOL

I saw the match at Winter Nationals in November between those two, Gomez looked unbeatable! For Chad Red to come out and defeat him at the top tournament in the country for USA Wrestling is just awesome!

Chad Red, you are a stud! Way to go!

-The Tuckers