The Barn Session - Wrestling Podcast

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@wrestlingnomad @RudisRowley It's also different in the content creation space since livestreams are almost all free to view. Paywalled content getting clipped is problematic since you're basically putting a ladder up against that wall.

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@JustinJBasch @notawrestler_x The NFL posts complete game highlights of every game on YouTube right? It's through their official channels and they control it, but I think that's still comparable.

There's a happy medium where 3rd party individuals can help expose the sport and not ruin the product.

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@notawrestler_x I think UWW would benefit from onboarding these clippers to post through their official social media channels. Clippers get to clip (and get a little bit of bread?) and continue to expose the sport to greater and greater audiences.

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@coolduch @LLovesWrestling @CPyles8 Davino will drop to 57kg, the rest I would expect to see at 65kg. They would all benefit from wrestling 141 next college season as well...

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@JoeKania3 @InfaWrest Infa 'The Clip' Wrest

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Just a brutal Friday night for the Hawkeyes

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.@MatScouts1 Final Crystal Ball Projections for the Hawks:

Leo Deluca - BR
Ryan Crookham - 5th
Nasir Bailey - BR
Ryder Block - BR
Jordan Williams - BR
Carter Schubert - BR
Gabe Arnold - 5th
Angelo Ferrari - 4th
Harvey Ludington - DNQ
Ben Kueter - 2nd

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Don't forget to be thankful for the adversity and challenges that you will face today. What a blessing it is to STRUGGLE

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@TheCradleZone Finally a good list from CZ

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@typ0725 That’s what I’m hearing. Is that spurred on by Block filling out his frame? JW wanting to drop?

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An honest evaluation of Iowa’s 2026-27 lineup:

Leo DeLuca, 125: With one college match under his belt (a win over Mack Mauger), there’s a lot unknown about Iowa’s latest 125. Coming out of high school, he was a highly touted recruit and Iowa has a massive history of developing at this weight class. Leo can do well, but he has a lot to prove.

Ryan Crookham, 133: Two words, risk management. Either put him on a pitch count or drill the idea that you don’t have to sacrifice your knees every time you’re about to give up a takedown. If the Hawks can get Crookham to the postseason, he will be the most capable of disrupting the pecking order at this weight.

Nasir Bailey, 141: Last year was a rollercoaster for the Little Rock transfer. Injuries, close matches with top tier opponents, and weird losses that leave you scratching your head. We haven’t really seen the same Nasir that finished 4th at 133 in 2024 since then. But, there’s no time like the present to establish yourself as a contender in a shallow weight class.

Ryder Block, 149: I have the highest expectations for Block out of the entire Iowa lineup. Battling injury and cutting too much weight delayed Block from reaching his potential this far. Still finishing on the podium last year, expect Block to compete with the top tier this year.

Jordan Williams, 157: The key element to JW being an effective element for the Hawkeyes is how dialed in he is. He had lack luster results last season and was ultimately pulled from the lineup for the postseason. So why expect anything from him this year? He had an exceptional offseason circuit of freestyle tournaments. The potential is there, it’s up to him to make it all come together.

Carter Schubert, 165: Third school, third weight class, third times the charm. Schubert had a breakout season with the Sooners last year, reaching the blood round at 174. Down a weight, in a better room, Carter can become a staple in this lineup.

Gabe Arnold, 174: Down TWO weight classes from his AA performance last season at 197, it’s an exciting but concerning opportunity for Gabe. On one hand, he should have much easier time against smaller opponents. On the other hand, cutting that much weight can limit Gabe’s already tepid offensive pace. I’m optimistic for another podium finish, but it’s a long season.

Angelo Ferrari, 184: With one of the best defenses in all of college wrestling, Angelo only needs to match that with some knock out offensive power. No one has figured out how to take him down yet, and I’m not sure that will change this season either. If Angelo can up his offensive pace while maintaining his enigmatic defense, his title chances increase significantly.

Harvey Ludington, 197: Getting a couple opportunities in the lineup last season, those looks didn’t inspire the most confidence for the freshman. But, the Iowa room has a lot of talented partners to drive that development. Regardless, this will probably be the closest thing the Hawks have to a “hole” in their lineup.

Ben Kueter, 285: No offseason surgeries for Ben means we should see a full strength HWT coming out the gates. If he has been able to keep building this offseason, Ben is undoubtedly a title contender in the weakest HWT field he’s been in.

Overall, the Hawkeyes are primed for another trophy finish. What that hinges on is how complete this team becomes by March, it’s a long season and things can trend up or they can trend down. With the addition of Jacob Warner to their staff, adding a fresh perspective to the coaching staff can bring a positive impact not only to the upper weights but the team culture overall.

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Bachmann wrestled Bo Bassett back in 8 months ago at 152lbs.

Later this month Bassett is going to wrestle 65kg (143lbs) and Bachmann is going to wrestle *triple checks notes* 190lbs.

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A couple nuggets for S32...

Keegan Bassett is out w/ injury.

Brooklyn Picket out w/ injury.

Kooper Deputy is back in though 113/120 is the question. Plans 113 as of now.

Joey Bachmann has moved from 175 to 190.

Both Silva boys (Thales/Thiago CA) are out w/ injury.

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@Mikejarman119 You might be right, if block can and wants to make 149, I like his odds a lot. 157 is turning into a war zone.

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@Mikejarman119 I’m referring to when he was trying to wrestle 141 in 2025. But, apparently 157 is looking more likely for Block? Not sure.

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@hawkeyemuse Oh that’s right, it was right after NCAAs correct?

Block and Williams flipping weights?

[Justin Basch @JustinJBasch]

Always an awesome Friday when an announcement is made of a new NCAA D1 program being added!

Robert Morris University in PA announced today that it will add NCAA Division I men's wrestling as its newest program.

The RMU Wrestling Team is expected to begin competition in the 2027-28 academic year, with additional details coming soon!

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Weren’t these two supposed to wrestle at FinalX???

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An honest evaluation of Nebraska’s 2026-27 lineup:

Vincent Robinson, 125: Following a 4th place finish, in a better room, expectations are high for the former national champ. If Vince can develop separation (like many need to in this weight), he will keep himself in title contention again.

Jake Van Dee, 133: JVD hasn’t won a frontside match in the two times he’s finished 7th at NCAAs. It’s tough to see anyone outside the top 4 getting a win over that group, but 5th is up for grabs and Jake is a tough out for anyone here.

Jake Hockaday, 141: There’s a power vacuum at this weight, and I don’t see why Hockaday cant be a part of the conversation. We saw limited action from the Freshman last year, but Nebraska is one of the best rooms for developing talent.

Anthony Echemendia, 149: Finally Eche gets a chance to eat during the season. After two AA performances at 141 with ISU, Anthony is likely to deliver explosive offense at 149. Another quad of title contenders sit at the top of this weight, but Echemendia has the skills to topple that group.

Antrell Taylor, 157: After a slow start last season, Trelly found himself back in the NCAA finals for a second time. Can he make it 3 times in a row? He’s tough as nails in March, but I would like to see more consistency out of the veteran for the whole season.

LJ Araujo, 165: Two nail biting losses ended LJ’s postseason earlier than Husker fans expected. He’s proven himself capable of beating AA-caliber guys and 165 is one of the weaker weights around. If he can improve his neutral game to compliment his skills in top/bottom, it can become a dangerous combination.

Christopher Minto, 174: Expect nothing less than a finals appearance out of Minto this year. He has consistently improved season over season and is tough as nails. Even if last year’s hodge trophy winner bumps up to this weight, Minto can’t be counted out of a single match he’s in this season.

Lucas Cochran, 184: I have no idea what to expect here. The Penn State transfer wrestled 197/285 his entire career, will the drop in weight improve his performance? He has a win over HWT AA Yaraslau Slavikouski, but couldn’t get the start over Cole Mirasola last year who failed to podium.

Cam McDanel, 197: There’s no reason to expect anything less than a podium finish for the 2-time AA. But, I don’t see the junior being capable of making an NCAA final unless he can turn things up a notch from last year. Rest assured that the Huskers will be in good shape entering the final stretch of any dual with Cam and the next guy to wrap things up…

Cade Ziola, 285: Probably the guy I’m most excited to see compete in this wild HWT field. I really think he’s capable of going the distance BUT there are many hurdles for the freshman to clear before then.

Overall, the Huskers have really become a staple in the team trophy conversation, this year is no different. It’s an exciting time for Nebraska, all that’s left to see is how far they can take things.