Connor Saylor

Cleveland State Wrestling

[Connor Saylor @Connor_Saylor04]

@TuckerCNews ❤️

[Turning Point USA @TPUSA]

A Life of Faith, A Legacy That Endures: Remembering Charlie Kirk

[Josh Moore @JoshMoore133]

There were only a few venues that sold out for a single dual during the @NCAAWrestling season. One being @pennstateWREST in Rec Hall, and the other being @CSUWrestling in historic Woodling Gym against NE OHIO rival @KentStWrestling

[Josh Moore @JoshMoore133]

A stat that is rarely tracked but very relevant. Over the past five years @CSUWrestling has had only one undergrad enter the portal and transfer. When you create a family-like atmosphere, treat everyone fair, are more than a coach while providing a great experience, kids stay!

[Save Cleveland State Wrestling @SaveCSUWrstling]

With no notice or explanation, @CLE_State administrators are axing our championship wrestling program. Our school has also tried to silence wrestlers and coaches. But our community deserves to hear from them why CSU wrestling is standing tall and ought to be restored. 🧵

[Josh Moore @JoshMoore133]

I’m honored to lead and represent this incredible program and its proud alumni. We’re more than a team—we’re family, and we’re built to fight.

[Nick Camino @NickCaminoWKYC]

Our story from tonight on @wkyc about @CSUWrestling, their final home match and the hope to save the program once again. @WKYCSports @davidkinderii

[Josh Moore @JoshMoore133]

Sneak Peek of the Biggest and Most Entertaining Sporting Event that Woodling Gym has ever seen! @DaveKich is ready to bring the energy and we are honored to welcome back the champ @stipemiocic Show up early and be ready for a memorable evening with your @CLE_State Vikings!

[Johnni DiJulius @johnnidijulius]

The final home match for Cleveland State is Thursday. Obviously I hope the decision changes…but with the current circumstances I really hope everyone in the wrestling community in the area comes to support. We need to pack the stands.

[Josh Moore @JoshMoore133]

Program Celebration Night for @CSUWrestling
Followed by Dual against @KentStWrestling at 7pm. Free to all

[Stipe Miocic @stipemiocic]

I’m sick to my stomach and heartbroken for these young men and coaches. One of the oldest sports at Cleveland State University—wrestling—is being cut.
As a former wrestler at CSU, this program was a huge chapter of my life and shaped me into the person I am today. I’ll always cherish what it gave me.
My heart goes out to everyone affected by this decision. I hope there’s still time to make a difference and save this incredible program.
Let’s save the program! 🤼‍♂️

[Josh Moore @JoshMoore133]

Continue to pray for the @CSUWrestling program and our student-athletes. The wrestling community is amazing, much ❤️ to all of you!

[Joey Lyons @JoeyLyons42]

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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@NCAAWrestling
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@MrPatMineo
@clevelanddotcom
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@CLE_State
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[Joey Lyons @JoeyLyons42]

Just found out that Cleveland State University is planning to cut the wrestling program after this season. I put together a go fund me page to help in the fight to keep the program.

https://t.co/LLwmy31XuK

Any support helps! Thank you!

@TheCollegeWrR
@InterMat
@NCAAWrestling

[Connor Saylor @Connor_Saylor04]

@James_Gulla I love you James. Thank you for always being in my corner.

[Connor Saylor @Connor_Saylor04]

@csaylor1020 Love you too❤️❤️

[Connor Saylor @Connor_Saylor04]

@mapples2526 @CSUWrestling @Hickorywrestli1 @HSD_Athletics thank you !

[Connor Saylor @Connor_Saylor04]

I’m excited to announce that I will be continuing my academic and athletic career at Cleveland State University. I would like to thank my parents, coaches, and teammates who’ve helped me throughout my career. Let’s Go Vikings! @CSUWrestling @Hickorywrestli1 @HSD_Athletics

[Connor Saylor @Connor_Saylor04]

@wendychrisgill @BobGreenburg @HSD_Athletics @BertolasioLuca @BonniesBaseball @CSUWrestling thank you

[Connor Saylor @Connor_Saylor04]

@James_Gulla thank you James

[Connor Saylor @Connor_Saylor04]

@AVgeekSON thank you