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Feb. 9 rankings updateThe Penn State wrestling team moved up one spot to No. 10 in the latest NWCA/USA Today Division I Team Coaches Poll. The Nittany Lions are joined by seven other Big Ten teams in the Top 25, while their opponent...
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Updated February 9, 2010 4:52 AM
A cluster of 10 wrestlers, donning their blue warmups and waiting for the announcer to shout out each of their names, stood at the far right corner of the mat before Sunday's meet with Michigan.
Updated February 8, 2010 4:51 AM
Following Sunday's 29-10 win against Michigan at Rec Hall, Penn State's No. 7 157-pound wrestler Cyler Sanderson walked onto the mat to receive the Ridge Riley Award, a distinction given to the outstanding Nittany Lion of each home match.
The Ridge Riley Award could have gone to either wrestler.
Updated February 7, 2010 3:00 PM
The Penn State wrestling team (12-5-1) won seven of 10 bouts and defeated Michigan 29-10 Sunday in Rec Hall. Updated 3:00 PM
Updated February 5, 2010 11:17 PM
Six points were essentially given to the Penn State wrestling team before Friday's dual meet with Northwestern even began. Updated 11:17 PM
Dan Vallimont has some work to do before the Big Ten Championships begin March 6.
Updated February 4, 2010 4:51 AM
The two losses were enough for assistant coach Casey Cunningham to step onto the scene.
Updated February 3, 2010 4:52 AM
Upsizing
Quentin Wright finished last season as an All-American in the 174-pound weight class. But entering this season, he was looking for more -- more weight, that is.
Making the cut
The night before a match, Frank Molinaro would be in the sauna, frantically riding a bike to sweat off five or six pounds.
A lot has changed for Adam Lynch during the past month.
Updated February 2, 2010 4:51 AM
Heading into this weekend's road duals, assistant coach Troy Letters knew the competition would be a proper test for the ranked Nittany Lions before the NCAA tournament.
Updated February 1, 2010 4:51 AM
Two bouts provided a shift of momentum in the Penn State wrestling team's dual meet Sunday at Wisconsin.
Updated January 31, 2010 4:28 PM
The No. 13 Penn State wrestling team (10-5-1, 2-2 Big Ten) defeated No. 12 Wisconsin (5-8, 1-2) Sunday in Madison, Wisc. Updated 4:28 PM
Updated January 29, 2010 10:31 PM
The Iowa Hawkeye fans let out a collective boo at Carver-Hawkeye Arena after Penn State head coach Cael Sanderson approached a referee about some questionable calls. Updated 10:31 PM
Cael Sanderson pulled out a piece of paper as he stood in front of the Penn State wrestling team during its usual meeting before Wednesday's practice.
Updated January 28, 2010 4:52 AM
Consistency is still an issue for Penn State heavyweight Cameron Wade.
Updated January 27, 2010 4:52 AM
Being the underdog in three-straight bouts is rare for the No. 5 wrestler in the nation.
Updated January 26, 2010 4:52 AM
Bryan Pearsall rested against the blue and white wall -- his rapid breathing had eased hours before.
Updated January 25, 2010 4:51 AM
In his pre-meet interview, Penn State coach Cael Sanderson revealed No. 12 Brad Pataky's dual meet importance.
The impact one or two wrestlers may have on an entire bout was evident in the Penn State wrestling team's weekend dual meets.
Updated January 24, 2010 4:32 PM
The Penn State wrestling team (9-4-1, 1-1-0 Big Ten) lost, 21-14, to Ohio State (12-1-0, 1-0-0) in Columbus, Ohio Sunday. Updated 4:32 PM
Updated January 23, 2010 12:18 AM
Following Friday's match against Illinois, Penn State wrestling coach Cael Sanderson pursed his lips and clenched his jaws as he described his team's performance as "frustrating." Updated 12:18 AM
Updated January 22, 2010 4:51 AM
Cael Sanderson has experienced a lot in collegiate wrestling, but tonight will be a first for him.
Updated January 21, 2010 4:52 AM
Justin Ortega's stepfather, Harry Griswold, walked outside of Rec Hall during November's Intrasquad Dual to seek a place to collect his thoughts.
Updated January 20, 2010 4:49 AM
When a four-time NCAA champion says training can be overrated, something seems out of place.
Updated January 19, 2010 4:47 AM
Sophomore Tyler Saltsman is the latest in a recent string of Penn State wrestlers to leave the team.
Updated January 15, 2010 3:47 PM
Sophomore Tyler Saltsman has left the Penn State wrestling team, coach Cael Sanderson confirmed Friday, making him the fourth wrestler to leave in the last three weeks. Updated 3:47 PM
Updated January 14, 2010 4:52 AM
Clay Steadman had just finished carrying David Crowell on his back Wednesday with Crowell's arms around his neck and legs around his sides in piggyback style.
Updated January 13, 2010 4:50 AM
With a minute left in his bout Saturday, Frank Molinaro was frantically trying to secure a takedown and avoid his first loss of the season.
Updated January 12, 2010 4:50 AM
To 125-pounder Brad Pataky, senior Adam Lynch is quiet but well-spoken.
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