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| Olympic Team Trials | |
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| Tweet Topic Started: Mar 21 2012, 02:01 PM (12,103 Views) | |
| Unit | Apr 9 2012, 12:35 PM Post #31 |
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lets say he does make for chat sake. What does he get ranked? 3rd, 4th? |
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| cwillaert | Apr 9 2012, 07:31 PM Post #32 |
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3 or 6. Not 4 or 5. They don't want him and Beyers meeting unless they have to and want it to bein the best of 3 if it's gonna happen. At least that's my 2 cents. |
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| Tiny Tornado | Apr 9 2012, 07:50 PM Post #33 |
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I hate to disappoint any Rulon fans- but the FINAL Best-of-3 will be between one of MN Storm Hwt's, and Byers ;)
Edited by Tiny Tornado, Apr 9 2012, 07:51 PM.
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| grappler6 | Apr 9 2012, 09:40 PM Post #34 |
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The article about Rulon was in my Girlfriends hometown paper(small town in Iowa) so I am not sure how to get to it. Armstrong Ringsted is the school she attended so it would be one of those papers I would guess if you want to do some research for it. |
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| Grecomaster | Apr 9 2012, 11:39 PM Post #35 |
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Rulon article: http://www.usatoday.com/sports/olympics/story/2012-04-07/rulon-gardner-focused-on-losing-weight-for-trials/54095060/1 |
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| Unit | Apr 10 2012, 06:05 AM Post #36 |
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In the mini trny I would have Rulon a #3. |
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| cwillaert | Apr 10 2012, 09:42 AM Post #37 |
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I forgot that Byers has a bye into the best of 3 finals. So it really doesn't matter what seed they give Rulon. But based on those rankings below I think Rulon is the 4 seed. And I hope that Tiny is right and we see a MN Storm guy wrestling Byers. But I really just want to see anybody but Byers get that spot. Not sure why but not a big fan of his. 1. Dremiel Byers, Colorado Springs, Colo. (U.S. Army) 2. Tim Taylor, Colorado Springs, Colo. (U.S. Army) 3. Brandon Rupp, Colorado Springs, Colo. (U.S. Army) 4. Pete Kowalczuk, Colorado Springs, Colo. (Sunkist Kids) 5. Steve Andrus, Manhattan, Kan. (Michigan WC) 6. Jake Kettler, Anoka, Minn. (Minnesota Storm) 7. Joe Sheffield, Greensboro, N.C. (U.S. Marines) 8. Toby Erickson, Helena, Mont. (USOEC) 9. Niko Bogojevic, Superior, Wis. (Minnesota Storm) 10. Akil Patterson, Frederick, Md. (New York AC) |
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| Tiny Tornado | Apr 10 2012, 10:19 AM Post #38 |
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I disagree- over the past few years I have to come to have quite a lot of respect for Byers- he might not be flashy but he's dependable and always gets the job done for the USA- I find him to be a fitting and very respectable representative for our country's Olympic team |
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| Unit | Apr 11 2012, 09:37 PM Post #39 |
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My thoughts. #1- Brandon Rupp #2- Tim Taylor (coming off injury) #3-Rulon Drama Gardner :) #4-Pete Kowalczuk #5-Steve Andrus , Severson Pinned, Kettler has beat Severson and Andrus has Beat Kettler. #6-Jake Kettler who could be a #4 #7-Toby Erickson #8-Nickola Bogajevic #9-Joe Sheffield #10-Nick Dark Horse Severson could get seeded one or two higher? #8 and #9 have placed higher at other trnys This group at the right times can be a move from beating each other. The winner will have to have there smartest match they have ever had against Byers. I'm with CW, time for a shift change. |
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| cwillaert | Apr 12 2012, 11:00 AM Post #40 |
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Rulon posted a picture on his Facebook page last night of him without a shirt on. He just may make weight after all. I really hope he does. Not because I want to see him wrestle (which I do) but because it would be great for him to be 200+ pounds smaller than he was 2 short years ago. |
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| Oily Bohunk | Apr 12 2012, 11:15 AM Post #41 |
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The Rulon saga leaves me sad for 2 reasons: 1. Rulon experienced more success on the national and international level than most wrestlers could ever dream of accomplishing. While his Olympic gold seemed to come out of nowhere, he backed it up with some solid performances. His legacy should be focused on how he helped generate interest in our sport and his accomplishments on the mat; but that won't be the case if he isn't able to get down to weight. 2. Regardless of whether or not he competes, I don't see him maintaining a healthy weight after he's done wrestling. From what I've heard, he's not afraid to put in the time and effort working out; but he lacks control in terms of his eating habits. One story that I heard had him staying up until 2 am working out on a treadmill at the OTC, while pounding down a snack at the same time. If he goes back down the road he was heading before the Biggest Loser, I think his days here on earth will be very limited. My prediction is that he'll pull out of the competition just before weigh-ins due to an "injury." I hope I'm wrong but don't think that I will be. |
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| Tiny Tornado | Apr 12 2012, 01:27 PM Post #42 |
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I agree- I want Rulon to not just get to a healthy weight, but STAY at a healthy weight- and yes, i hope he competes at the trials-as far as winning, i want the guy to win who can best represent the USA and bring home a medal- (that's obviously what we all want, right ?) it's really hard on those big guys's bodies to walk around with so many extra pounds- I worked with a poor car salesman that everybody called Baby Hughey ( anyone remember the cartoon, he was a big fat Duck I think, with a diaper on ? ) - so the poor dudes knees were buckled in so far he could hardly walk cuz his legs just couldn't handle all the extra weight- he also could never make any sales, cuz the younger guys would sprint across the parking lot before he could get there to greet any customers ....so Rulon: Don't be Baby Hughey Edited by Tiny Tornado, Apr 12 2012, 01:33 PM.
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| Unit | Apr 12 2012, 07:06 PM Post #43 |
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I'm pretty sure they all will get put into a bucket for randum draw so anything could happen. One side gets loaded and the other is light could make for a interesting finals. Luv'n the energy.......practice Friday and Saturday like we Own it, Sunday off for the good lord, Crush Monday, gut Tues and Wed into a pile then throw and road trip Thursday. CHA! CHA! MODE! :o |
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| Unit | Apr 13 2012, 12:14 PM Post #44 |
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Was informed by USAW they will seed the mini trny. Rupp is 1 Kowalczuk is 2 the rest will be settled at the coaches meeting |
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| dadfinger | Apr 13 2012, 01:50 PM Post #45 |
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Correct all wrestlers get seeded, #1 and #2 are directly from the National event results, this is for Greco though. FS is a little different I believe because they didn't have the event. Team Trials Tournament 2.1.1 Format: line bracket double elimination to third place. Wrestlers will be seeded by committee. The top two finishers from weight category at the National Championships that are participating in the Trials Tournament will receive the top two seeds. Any other changes from the National Championship will require a 2/3 majority vote from the seeding committee. Eligible to participate on seeding committee shall be one coach or representative of each of the clubs entered in the championships. Individuals not a member of a club will be represented by a member of the seeding committee designated by the President of USAW. NOTE Since there was no National Championships for Men’s Freestyle we will seed the competition as we would the National Championships with a 2/3 vote needed only to change the National Team. The rest will be by majority vote. The exception will be at weight categories where we have a 2011 World Medalist as explained in the Olympic Trials Procedures. That person has earned the number one position and will bye out of the Trials Tournament. 2.1.2 All individuals will be seeded. |
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| Swift | Apr 13 2012, 01:57 PM Post #46 |
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What seed will schlatter get |
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| dadfinger | Apr 13 2012, 02:06 PM Post #47 |
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Go Bluejackets!
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#1 , based on he took first at the US Open |
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| Unit | Apr 17 2012, 03:05 PM Post #48 |
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I can hardly stand it...................................................................................................................... |
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| cwillaert | Apr 17 2012, 04:05 PM Post #49 |
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I'm with ya big fella. |
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| CropDuster | Apr 17 2012, 04:26 PM Post #50 |
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Are they planning on streaming it over themat.tv like other events (Fila Jr's)? I'm most likely stuck by a computer over the weekend... |
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| cwillaert | Apr 17 2012, 07:15 PM Post #51 |
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Not allowed to. NBC owns everything. They may be streaming it but themat.com will not be. They may have links to it though. |
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| dadfinger | Apr 17 2012, 08:34 PM Post #52 |
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Televised on NBC the following day. Greco on Sunday, freestyle on Monday. Not sure of the times though. |
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| Ride Hard Boy | Apr 17 2012, 08:42 PM Post #53 |
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Link to times: http://www.themat.com/section.php?section_id=3&page=showarticle&ArticleID=24927 |
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| Unit | Apr 18 2012, 05:03 PM Post #54 |
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OK. last night I was up 5 times writting things down, slept like the door was going to get kicked in at any moment :blink: . Tonight should just be a dream of sleep, solid 8 hours of floating on a cloud.....mind free .....no worries or stress :X .........................................RIGHT!!! :P Not sure what will be worse, If my own kid ever makes the state H.S. trny or Nick going down to the Greco OTT. BLOW THAT WHISTLE!!!!!! Edited by Unit, Apr 18 2012, 05:06 PM.
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| Dragon's Fire | Apr 20 2012, 03:33 AM Post #55 |
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Wow! Unit! I am so pumped for you and Nick! What an exciting time! We are loading the buses after work to watch the CHA CHA CHA all weekend! Wait...STOP the Bus!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! and BLOW THE WHISTLE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! We will be pulling for you guys! I will try to make you guys here me! I can be loud ;) Posted Image Visions of ((((((((((((BIG BEN))))))))))))))))) ((((((((((((((((((((((((LONDON))))))))))))))))))))))))))) ((((((((((((((((((((((VISION QUEST))))))))))))))))))))))))THAT(((((((((((((((((((INNER DRIVE!))))))))))))))))) Posted Image If you wrestle a guy carrying a log around...He's a sucker for the HIP TOSS! Edited by Dragon's Fire, Apr 20 2012, 03:50 AM.
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| Unit | Apr 20 2012, 10:44 AM Post #56 |
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They have laid out the red carpet. Gable Hawkeye nation made this look like the superbowl for the wrestling world. The work out area is catered with healthy beverages and food. Brands has his room open to all. Every wrestler , champ, hall of famer.....the who is who is here. I feel like its heaven on earth here, walk back in time, hug after hug. Storm in ready dance. MN/USA is in the house with numbers. Little work out, weigh in, coaches meeting, eat, relax(lol), sleep(lol) then battle. |
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| Big Bird | Apr 20 2012, 12:26 PM Post #57 |
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Prelims will be online at NBCOlympics.com on the 21st and 22nd (live) according to this http://www.flowrestling.org/article/12005-2012-Olympic-Wrestling-Trials-Live-Coverage |
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| Big Bird | Apr 20 2012, 04:24 PM Post #58 |
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Rulon didn't weigh in. Was looking forward to seeing what he had left http://www.nbcolympics.com/news-blogs/wrestling/gardner-declines-weigh-in-will-not-compete-at-trials.html |
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| fgw | Apr 20 2012, 04:31 PM Post #59 |
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rulon didn't make it, and rupp is hurt Tim taylor got the third seed after kowalckuk(sp?) and T.Erikson(sp?) nico and kettler 4 and 5 |
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| Big Bird | Apr 20 2012, 04:31 PM Post #60 |
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Really wish I could be in Iowa for this. Best of luck to all of the MN Storm members, especially Nick Severson. Loved watching him at NDSU and it'd be awesome to see him in the Olympics. I really hope Henry Cejudo is at his peak. If he's been training hard and wrestling well, he's great and great for the sport. He brought a lot of good press to wrestling in Beijing and he does a great job promoting the sport still. My hope is that he's put in enough time and effort into his training, because I bet Nick Simmons has, and he comes out on top. |
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