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► Add to the Discussion Discussion Topic: Video of Josh Demas in the finals at Medina Greg Debbe added to this discussion on December 31, 2009 Don't miss the opening whistle. http://flowrestling.org/videos/coverage/view_video/236176-2009-medina-invite-gohiocasts/245122-josh-demas-needs-an-entire-lake-erie-of-purell        Discussion Topic: Video of Josh Demas in the finals at Medina Zebulin Miller added to this discussion on December 31, 2009 http://gohiocasts.com is a better place to watch it, where it is the feature!        Discussion Topic: Video of Josh Demas in the finals at Medina Pat Costilow added to this discussion on December 31, 2009 He was really impressive in that match, especially considering the quality of his opponent. Alexander is very, very, good. Demas had the major clinched in the second period, I think, then slowed down for the rest of the match. He hits that ankle pick that he uses so effectively beautifully here in this match. After the Medina finals Tuesday, and the Brecksville finals tonight, I've seen a lot of good wrestling in two evenings. I am very glad that they staggered them this year.        Discussion Topic: Video of Josh Demas in the finals at Medina Hank Kornblut added to this discussion on January 3, 2010 Demas is going to need to work a lot on his riding skills. He has talent but he needs a lot of improvement on the mat to be successful in college.        Discussion Topic: Video of Josh Demas in the finals at Medina Rex Holman added to this discussion on January 3, 2010 I think Josh's instincts are great. I think he is very well coached and does numerous things extremely well. You don't teach quickness or explosiveness, it is an inherent ability; it can be harnessed and maximized. Almost any skill is attainable with proper attention to detail and positive reinforcement. The path that leads you there might be short or long dependent upon the path you take. Whether that skill complements your ability is determined by results. Admittedly, he goes out to put on a show. This is where I say wrestling is part art, part grind. Wrestling is part art as it is the chief means of expression for the adolescent athlete. Verbal skills are typically nowhere nearly as developed as that of athletic expression. It is obvious that Josh loves wrestling on his feet. It is important that he develop that same type of love and appreciation for wrestling on the mat. That will make his adjustment at the next level as smooth as his takedowns. At the very least, he needs to develop the respect for what that position affords and become technically efficient to limit his exposure to it. I remember talking to a blue chip who was done with college and had not finished his collegiate career. He was taking down collegiate all-americans as a high schooler and he relayed that he had difficulties with the bottom position and never developed confidence in his skillset for that position. BTW, thanks Zeb for the coverage        ► Add to the Discussion