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Russian wrestler upgraded to London 2012 gold given four-year doping ban – Inside The Games

Russian wrestler Bilyal Makhov, jointly upgraded to the gold medal in the 120 kilograms event at the London 2012 Olympic Games after both finalists tested positive for banned substances in retests of their samples, has been banned for four years for doping.

Patrick Kelly of Air Time & KWCA: #InternationalPodcastDay Origin Stories | Mat Talk Podcast Network

The following is an episode from a wrestling podcast and its origin story. The purpose for this episode is to expose the wrestling community to new wrestling podcasts they might not have heard before and do it to celebrate #InternationalPodcastDay!

Dylan Morrison of MorWrestling: #InternationalPodcastDay Origin Stories | Mat Talk Podcast Network

The following is an episode from a wrestling podcast and its origin story. The purpose for this episode is to expose the wrestling community to new wrestling podcasts they might not have heard before and do it to celebrate #InternationalPodcastDay!

Real & Rumored Weight Changes With Heavy Impacts | Rokfin

Who's switching weights this season? Fanco gives you the breakdown on everything you need to know about who's going up or down

Ohio – The American High School Wrestling Yearbook | Rokfin

After a unique American High School Wrestling Yearbook chapter in a 2020 season that saw the cancellation of the individual state tournament due to the COVID-19 pandemic, this Ohio report looks much more conventional in 2021.

Gerald “Gerry” Bakke – Albert Lea Tribune

Gerald “Gerry” Bakke, age 71 of Buffalo, Minnesota passed away September 25, 2021 at his home after a long illness.

Moody wrestling star Cory Land recognized at council meeting | The Trussville Tribune

Moody’s local wrestling star, Cory Land, was recognized for his achievements, representing the U.S. at an international championship at a meeting of the Moody City Council on Monday, September 27.

Wrestling to host four home events during 2021-22 season – Defiance College

The Defiance wrestling program has announced its schedule for the 2021-22 season which includes four home meets at the Karl H. Weaner Center.

Heads Up – A USA Wrestling Coaches Council Podcast: Episode 15 featuring Katie Kriebel and Danny Struck – TheMat.com

Join Mike Hagerty and Mike Clayton as they talk with 2x World Bronze Medalist Katie Kriebel (Downing) and Danny Struck of the USA Wrestling Coaches Council for the Central Region.

College Recruiting: state finalist Howes to North Dakota State University – The Guillotine

Brendan Howes of Anoka has committed to wrestling for North Dakota State University in 2022.

Iowa-Penn State rated No. 1-2 in WIN’s Preseason Ranks – WIN Magazine

With most All-American wrestlers returning this season after the NCAA offered another year of eligibility because of the pandemic, defending national champion Iowa and runner-up Penn State are ranked first and second, respectively, in WIN Magazine’s 2021-22 NCAA Division I Preseason Tournament Power Index.

Jimmy Rollins Steps Down as Wrestling Head Coach – Lindenwood University Athletics

Lindenwood wrestling head coach Jimmy Rollins announced on Tuesday that he will be stepping down as head coach of the program, due to health related issues.

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