Proud of these 3. They bought in from day one. They carried the torch for this culture and they believed in the process. We’re just getting started but this is a heck of a start! #GUTS#AyZiggy
As I process the recent news shared by Cleveland State, I find myself reflecting on what wrestling and college athletics have meant to me. Wrestling has shaped me into the man I am today, instilling traits such as humility, integrity, resilience, and perseverance. There is no substitute for the experience of chasing your dreams on the mat. Wrestling is a sport with a devoted, almost cult-like following, where glory is found not in widespread fame but in the recognition of dedicated fans—those who have lived it themselves or are connected to someone who has. It’s a sport that demands so much from its competitors, offering lessons that extend far beyond the mat. Unfortunately, the recent decision by the Cleveland State Board of Trustees demonstrates a misunderstanding of this value.
Despite claiming to be stewards of a ��transformational student-athlete experience,” Cleveland State has decided to cut a program that has consistently embodied academic and athletic excellence. Over the past four years, the wrestling program has achieved four consecutive top-three finishes in team GPA rankings (3rd, 3rd, 2nd, 2nd) and produced an impressive 20 Scholar All-Americans. The dedication and commitment shown by the student-athletes, both on the mat and in the classroom, have been unparalleled. This decision disregards their hard work and the legacy they have built.
My heart goes out to the underclassmen who chose to undertake the rigorous trials of college wrestling, only to have the rug pulled out from under them. Now, they face the uncertainty of the transfer portal as they search for opportunities to continue their education and athletic careers elsewhere. This decision is part of a troubling trend, following the cancellation of programs at Fresno State and Old Dominion, as well as the attempted cancellation of Stanford Wrestling.
How can a sport so pure in its essence—one that teaches discipline, perseverance, and the value of hard work—be eroded by the misguided decisions of university administrations? Wrestling deserves better, and so do the athletes and coaches who pour their hearts into it.
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POY: Fannin
OFF POY: Fannin
TE of the Year: Fannin
Special Teamer of the Year: McGary
1st Team
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Oladokun
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2nd Team
Stewart
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Hawkins
3rd Team
Sipp
Benjamin
Henderson
HM
Bazelak
M. Johnson Jr.
Pabst
Burns
Fatukasi
Rosser
D. Brown
CJ Brown
Pegues (KR)
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Beyond thankful to call myself a Zip for the past four seasons. Thank you to the University of Akron and all of the coaches who helped me every step of the way. I have decided to enter my name in the transfer portal for my last year of eligibility. Excited for what is next!
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