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Discussion Topic: Ohio State v. Minnesota
Ethan Moore added to this discussion on February 20, 2008
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Dan - I'm a big Palmer fan, but do you really only list Dustin as a "slight favorite"?
I think Dustin and Metcalf are heads and shoulders above a very crowded field at 49, and would list him as a prohibitive favorite in this dual.
133 - You are both right about Reiter, something's off. Could be a great 'big name' win for Humphries.
184 - Watching Kish now is painful. He looks like a shell of his former self, and I feel bad for him. A senior, he is obviously unhealthy, and I can't think of a worse way to wrap up an otherwise stellar career. I have always respected Kish and hope he gets healthy before the end of the year. (partly because I want SOMEONE to beat the stalling machine Varner)
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Discussion Topic: Ohio State v. Minnesota
Jack Muni added to this discussion on February 20, 2008
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Didn't Pucillo beat Varner at the H.S. Nationals in Cleveland? And I think he did it convincingly if I recall. I realize that was a few years ago, but at least Mike has that going for him. It would be interesting if they met at the NCAA tournament.
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Discussion Topic: Ohio State v. Minnesota
Pat Costilow added to this discussion on February 21, 2008
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Yes, Pucillo beat Varner in the finals of NHSCA Senior Nationals. I believe he also beat Hudson Taylor of Blair in that tournament (or was it Patrick Bond?). I don't read that much into that match though, as Varner did beat Jake Herbert this year (despite the stalling, great match; Varner is freakishly strong).
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Discussion Topic: Ohio State v. Minnesota
Ethan Moore added to this discussion on February 21, 2008
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Todd and Pucillo are definitely the two that can knock of Varner.
I have watched Varner about half a dozen times this year, and I'm not sure I've seen an ofensive attempt. I just don't like to see that type of wrestling rewarded, although yes, he is very, very good. And a beast on top.
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Discussion Topic: Ohio State v. Minnesota
Ben Roerig added to this discussion on February 21, 2008
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Although some will argue that Varner's good positioning, ridiculous strength, etc. make him interesting to watch from a wrestlers perspective, I do not enjoy watching him at all. Supposedly he is a stud on top, something he hasn't made abundantly clear in any of the matches I've seen. I would love to see Pucillo knock him off at nationals, in a Senior Nationals rematch. I could be wrong on this, but wasn't Varner winning that match until Pucillo hit a 5 point roll from the bottom? Am I thinking of another match? Regardless, Pucillo is a pleasure to watch, whereas Varner is like watching paint dry.
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Discussion Topic: Ohio State v. Minnesota
Hank Kornblut added to this discussion on February 21, 2008
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Pucillo can beat Varner. Pucillo has the perfect style to do it. He's got fabulous stuff on his feet and cannot be denied a whole match. Plus, he's impossible to ride. The issue for Pucillo will always be the same--getting past Todd. Todd is fantastic but he's not likely to beat Varner because he's not as slick as Mike. But Todd knows how to wrestle Pucillo.
A lot has been made of Varner beating Herbert at Midlands. Herbert had not been training in folkstyle the entire year. It makes a huge difference.
Also, Varner was considered "unbeatable" in high school at Senior Nationals. Then Pucillo took him easily. Key for Mike will be making it to the finals.
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Discussion Topic: Ohio State v. Minnesota
Cameron Stewart added to this discussion on February 21, 2008
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Is the match going to be televised at all on Big Ten Network or anywhere online?
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Discussion Topic: Ohio State v. Minnesota
Maggie Lamantia added to this discussion on February 21, 2008
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so as I'm walking home from school today..I notice the mail truck is right in front of my house. and my mail man, Tony, whom I practically tackle everyday asking "
is there a letter from Ohio State for me today??"
is sitting in it, holding up an envelope. I then realize it is addressed to me, Margaret A LaMantia, and lo and behold it's from OSU.
naturally. I flip. I run inside. have my best friend on the phone, and contemplate throwing it in the fireplace...but I open it.
it said
"we are reviewing your application to the Ohio State University"
wow. =( It could be anytime through the end of March.
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Discussion Topic: Ohio State v. Minnesota
Gary Sommers added to this discussion on February 21, 2008
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Maggie, from way back with mine and certainly more recently with my children's experiences, if the envelope is large and/or thick it is good news. If it is small it is probably not-so-good news
Where else have you applied?
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Discussion Topic: Ohio State v. Minnesota
Mark Niemann added to this discussion on February 21, 2008
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We can only hope she's wise enough to stay on this side ofr the border! <thumbsup>
<sign_oh>
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Discussion Topic: Ohio State v. Minnesota
Gary Sommers added to this discussion on February 21, 2008
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You mean you don't want her going to Penn State or Indiana? <smile>
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Discussion Topic: Ohio State v. Minnesota
Mark Niemann added to this discussion on February 21, 2008
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OR
The state up North!!! And that means the UofM...not just MSU!!!
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Discussion Topic: Ohio State v. Minnesota
Gary Sommers added to this discussion on February 21, 2008
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Hey, you couldn't blame her if she has good taste.
Especially with the high esteem the school is held in and its top-25 academic ranking.
<smile> <thumbsup>
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Discussion Topic: Ohio State v. Minnesota
Nicholas Sestito added to this discussion on February 21, 2008
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Well there's always applying to one of the satellite campuses...then later transferring to main campus after your grades are in. That's what my friend did.
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Discussion Topic: Ohio State v. Minnesota
Don Bork added to this discussion on February 21, 2008
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My daughter did that as well. Good luck Maggie.
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