Michigan State Wrestling news

Kendle Wins 165-Pound Title At Mat Town Open

Sat, 29 Nov 2008 22:30:04 PST

Michigan State senior Rex Kendle took the Mat Town Wrestling Open title in the 165-pound division on Saturday, Nov. 29, marking his second tournament title this season. Six other MSU wrestlers finished in the top four of their weight class to give the Spartans a strong showing.
Complete Mat Town Open Results

Wrestling Set For Mat Town Open

Thu, 27 Nov 2008 23:49:25 PST

The Michigan State wrestling team will travel to Lock Haven, Pa., for the third-annual Mat Town Open this Saturday, Nov. 29. The first matches of the day begin at 9:00 a.m., with action continuing throughout the day. This year's appearance will be the Spartans' first at the Mat Town Open.
Mat Town Open Live Results

Wrestling Signs Two To National Letters Of Intent

Wed, 19 Nov 2008 17:27:05 PST

Michigan State wrestling head coach Tom Minkel announced today that Josh Harper (Mishawaka, Ind./Mishawaka) and Dan Osterman (St. Johns, Mich./St. Johns) have signed National Letters of Intent to wrestle at MSU beginning next season. Harper and Osterman bring a combined five individual state championships to the Green and White and both have over a 3.4 GPA.

Wrestling Takes Two Of Three At ACC-Big Ten Clash

Sat, 15 Nov 2008 22:19:09 PST

The Michigan State wrestling team finished the ACC-Big Ten Clash with a 2-1 record to begin dual-match play on Saturday, Nov. 15. The Spartans (2-1) defeated North Carolina, 18-12, and North Carolina State, 23-13, but lost the third match of the Clash to No. 21 Virginia, 23-15.

Wrestling Travels to ACC-Big Ten Clash

Thu, 13 Nov 2008 16:34:21 PST

The Michigan State wrestling team heads to Chapel Hill, N.C., to compete in the ACC-Big Ten Clash this Saturday, Nov. 15. The Spartans will face off against North Carolina, North Carolina State and Virginia, the same three teams they saw in last season's Clash.
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Three Spartans Take First Place at MSU Open

Sun, 09 Nov 2008 23:44:03 PST

The Michigan State wrestling team made its home debut on Sunday, Nov. 9, hosting its annual MSU Open. Over 500 wrestlers from schools across the country made the trip to East Lansing, and the Spartans didn't disappoint as hosts. Senior Rex Kendle, junior Franklin Gomez and sophomore Anthony Jones took the 165, 133 and 157-pound titles, respectively.Coach Minkel Podcast

MSU Open Live Results

Sun, 09 Nov 2008 11:17:25 PST

Results from the MSU Open will be updated throughout the day as rounds are completed. Live results can also be found on www.trackwrestling.com

Wrestling Prepares to Host MSU Open

Thu, 06 Nov 2008 16:43:16 PST

The Michigan State wrestling team looks to improve upon last weekend's success at the EMU Open with a strong showing at its own open tournament this Sunday. The Spartans come into the MSU Open with a sense of confidence after 13 wrestlers placed sixth or higher last weekend.

MSU Open Information

Thirteen Spartan Wrestlers Place at EMU Open

Sun, 02 Nov 2008 11:35:03 PST

The Michigan State wrestling team kicked off the season on Saturday at the Eastern Michigan Open, with 13 Spartans taking sixth place or higher in their respective weight classes. Six Spartans placed in the open division. Senior Rex Kendle finished second in the 165-pound class after picking up two decisions and an 8-0 major decision over Purdue's Jason Martin. Redshirt freshman Ian Hinton and sophomore Eric Anderson both placed in the 184-pound class, with Hinton taking second and Anderson sixth.

Wrestling Season Outlook

Thu, 30 Oct 2008 17:20:04 PST

The Michigan State wrestling team brings a young roster full of raw talent and depth into the 2008-09 season. The Spartans, who lost only three dual match starters after the 2007-08 season, reload with a class of 10 true freshmen. The team also includes six seniors, five juniors, four sophomores, and seven redshirt freshmen.

Roger Chandler To Be Inducted Into Indiana Athletics Hall Of Fame

Mon, 22 Sep 2008 17:07:20 PST

Michigan State wrestling assistant coach Roger Chandler will be one of six former Indiana University athletes to be inducted into the IU Athletics Hall of Fame on Sept. 26. The annual Hall of Fame dinner on Sept. 26 will mark the official induction of Chandler and the other inductees. The class will also be recognized at halftime of MSU's football game at Indiana on Sept. 27.

Michigan State Wrestling Announces 2008-09 Schedule

Fri, 19 Sep 2008 13:20:45 PST

The Michigan State wrestling team announced its schedule for the 2008-09 season this week, and it certainly isn't lacking challenging match-ups. Of the Spartans' 12 dual matches, nine of them are against teams that finished the season ranked in the USA Today/NWCA/InterMat top 25.

Former Wrestler Rashad Evans in UFC Feature Fight

Wed, 03 Sep 2008 19:10:19 PST

Former Spartan wrestler Rashad Evans is making waves as a UFC (Ultimate Fighting Championship) fighter and will put his perfect 16-0 career record on the line Saturday night (Sept. 6) against Chuck Liddell in Atlanta. The fight begins at 10 p.m. and is available through pay-per-view only.

Minkel Inks Three Student-Athletes to National Letters of Intent

Wed, 25 Jun 2008 09:31:53 PST

Michigan State wrestling head coach Tom Minkel has announced the signing of three student-athletes to National Letters of Intent. Jeremiah Austin, Colby Borchetta and Mason Reid will begin competition with the Spartans in the fall of 2008.

Minkel to Appear at 1980 U.S. Olympic Wrestling Team Reunion

Fri, 06 Jun 2008 15:43:54 PST

Michigan State head wrestling coach Tom Minkel will be appearing at the reunion of the 1980 United States Olympic wrestling team next week at the U.S. Olympic Team Trials in Las Vegas, Nev.