Can PSU field an AA at 125 in 2019

[Notsofastmyfriend21]

As long as it's respectful that's okay!

I see it as another poster saw it previously: 3 wrestlers coming in for two spots, and the better move being to stagger the redshirts, rather than to shirt everyone at the same time. It should become very clear as to the right choices, by the Scuffle, which one to shirt, and which ones to go with. This also allows Devin to add strength and size, if he can, to better compete in the future in case of injury. These are good problems to have.

I also believe there is nothing "wrong" with Gavin. We saw a similar dynamic occur with Zain, as his career neared the end, the book was passed around and the competition was able to keep matches closer because of it.

 

[tomsc]

I see it as another poster saw it previously: 3 wrestlers coming in for two spots, and the better move being to stagger the redshirts, rather than to shirt everyone at the same time. It should become very clear as to the right choices, by the Scuffle, which one to shirt, and which ones to go with. This also allows Devin to add strength and size, if he can, to better compete in the future in case of injury. These are good problems to have.

I also believe there is nothing "wrong" with Gavin. We saw a similar dynamic occur with Zain, as his career neared the end, the book was passed around and the competition was able to keep matches closer because of it.

I understand Devin's need to get bigger and stronger. It's just that with Teasdale, Teske and Busiello coming in over the next 2 years--if for some reason both Teske and Teasdale RS, that would be a sure season for Gavin this coming year. I'm not sure there will be another opportunity after this year. I'm not advocating they both RS--just saying that it's going to be hard to earn the 125 spot in years to come.

 

[RoarLions1]

In my highly speculative model (there are always unknowns when predicting the future), each of Teske, Teasdale, and RBY redshirt, one in 2018-19, one in 2019-20, and one in 2020-21. That allows each to wrestle 4 years, but only considers signed commits. The model changes if a McHenry comes aboard, or Busiello (verbal) stays in the 133-141 range. Who knows.

 

[Notsofastmyfriend21]

They mentioned the possibility of Dhesi not coming back, even though he has the year if he wants it.

 

[RoarLions1]

They mentioned the possibility of Dhesi not coming back, even though he has the year if he wants it.

Honest question...who are "they"?

 

[Bob_Anderson]

In my highly speculative model (there are always unknowns when predicting the future), each of Teske, Teasdale, and RBY redshirt, one in 2018-19, one in 2019-20, and one in 2020-21. That allows each to wrestle 4 years, but only considers signed commits. The model changes if a McHenry comes aboard, or Busiello (verbal) stays in the 133-141 range. Who knows.

is it possible that Busiello doesn't even fit into Cael's plans? Could he turn out like Haines and not accept what the staff is offering once the staff is actually able to contact him? I'm not up on NCAA recruiting rules, but he verballed way before the staff could contact him with any offer, correct?

 

[RoarLions1]

is it possible that Busiello doesn't even fit into Cael's plans? Could he turn out like Haines and not accept what the staff is offering once the staff is actually able to contact him? I'm not up on NCAA recruiting rules, but he verballed way before the staff could contact him with any offer, correct?

He's a talented wrestler that has shown interest, significantly so, in Penn State. Time will tell, as verbals aren't worth much, and early NLI signings for wrestling aren't till November. He's never wavered, and I know he's on the coach's radar, though they can't say much other than yes, we're recruiting so-and-so.

 

[Lyons212]

is it possible that Busiello doesn't even fit into Cael's plans? Could he turn out like Haines and not accept what the staff is offering once the staff is actually able to contact him? I'm not up on NCAA recruiting rules, but he verballed way before the staff could contact him with any offer, correct?

Considering he wrestled in a tournament a few years ago wearing a PSU singlet, I have a feeling he is coming no matter what.

 

[jack66]

Why this special need to be 'fair' to Schnupp? We have lots of hard working kids in the room who never get in the line-up. Is that not 'fair'?

Devin was 1-14 last year with 2 losses by fall, 1 TF and 2 majors. This is not the standard we should expect from a starter at PSU.

By all accounts he needs a year or 2 building up his body. If by that time he can WIN the spot at 125, I'm all for it ... after all, that would only be fair.

 

[Notsofastmyfriend21]

Honest question...who are "they"?

Christian Pyles and Willie Saylor. On Flo, todays' episode.

 

[PSUoh90]

This is not the standard we should expect from a starter at PSU.

Bingo. In reality, after watching his matches this year, he isn't really up to standard for any Big 10 program. Whether or not he can get to that point - I don't know. Looking at the tight team race with OSU this year and in the future, not having a qualifier at 125 may very well cost us a title.

 

[Chickenman Testa]

Why this special need to be 'fair' to Schnupp? We have lots of hard working kids in the room who never get in the line-up. Is that not 'fair'?

Devin was 1-14 last year with 2 losses by fall, 1 TF and 2 majors. This is not the standard we should expect from a starter at PSU.

By all accounts he needs a year or 2 building up his body. If by that time he can WIN the spot at 125, I'm all for it ... after all, that would only be fair.

Exactly. He’s a Pa boy so some people get all verklempt about it.

 

[RandyL]

I still long for having 10 AA contenders, and while we still have our NCAA champs, and preferably while Nolf and Bo are still here.
The all-time scoring record still eludes this program.
That just isn't right.

 

[nitlion6]

is it possible that Busiello doesn't even fit into Cael's plans? Could he turn out like Haines and not accept what the staff is offering once the staff is actually able to contact him? I'm not up on NCAA recruiting rules, but he verballed way before the staff could contact him with any offer, correct?

Cael actually drove to Haines' home to tell him that Penn State was going to go in a different direction and it would probably be in Haines' best interest to go a different route.

 

[El-Jefe]

is it possible that Busiello doesn't even fit into Cael's plans? Could he turn out like Haines and not accept what the staff is offering once the staff is actually able to contact him? I'm not up on NCAA recruiting rules, but he verballed way before the staff could contact him with any offer, correct?

Two different points that need to be separated, contact vs. offer.

Cael cannot offer him.

Contact ... Busiello verballed during an unofficial visit. Gonna guess the coaches may have been in the room at the time.

IMO he fits Cael's plsn perfectly: he's one of those kids that will claw and scrape and force his way into the lineup somehow. It could be a Conaway situation where he shuttles weights and has to sit a year, who knows? But he'll find a way.

 

[Bob_Anderson]

Two different points that need to be separated, contact vs. offer.

Cael cannot offer him.

Contact ... Busiello verballed during an unofficial visit. Gonna guess the coaches may have been in the room at the time.

IMO he fits Cael's plsn perfectly: he's one of those kids that will claw and scrape and force his way into the lineup somehow. It could be a Conaway situation where he shuttles weights and has to sit a year, who knows? But he'll find a way.

This is the info I've been looking for. Didn't know he verballed on an unofficial.

 

[tomsc]

Exactly. He’s a Pa boy so some people get all verklempt about it.

I'm not sure who first used the word "fair", probably an unfortunate choice of words. I'm sure that whatever happens on the PSU team, it will be fair! I think there is a little difference in perspective for different posters on this board. For some, it's an objective place to discuss PSU wrestlers, and you can express thoughts however you like. For others, these wrestlers are like family, and one would talk about them like one would their son. One might express oneself differently in those 2 different perspectives.

 

[GogglesPaizano]

What are the question marks with Teasdale? Why has his stock fallen this year? He finished a 4-time state champ, no?

A year ago he was a strong top 2-4 P4P extremely dominant, separating himself form the competition. Despite another state title he has looked less dominant in Tourneys and lost for the first time in his HS career twice this year. Once to Pat Glory an underclassman stud. I rewatched it recently and he was the agressor most of the match, in on his legs many times but just couldn't finish. He just missed pulling it out in the end by 1 second. Teske is similar with his first career loss this year as well but has not done nearly as well as Teas in open tourneys. I think if Teas can make weight he will do well as early as next year for us, but I get this feeling we might see a lot of the new guys moving up, and there were rumors he was struggling to make weight this past year, hence his performance suffered a bit. 125 is no walk in the park next year in any case, I think anyone getting AA for us would be great. Its pretty much a given that either Teas or Teske will have to redshirt, and unless Teas beats out RBY which I don't expect, I think the team is strong enough with Teas in redshirt. After next year I suspect it will be a challenge for Teske to see the matt again with what we have coming in. I suspect we may lose 1-2 low weight guys in another year once the sorting hat is complete, especially if we can land McHenry. Too few rooms at the inn.

 

[Notsofastmyfriend21]

Original post: Can PSU field an AA at 125 in 2019? I say, Yes. Yes, PSU can field an AA in 2019. Let's look a bit closer shall we?

The Returning Wrestlers not counting new starters for 2019 and where our man might fit: Not in necessary ranked order but just putting numbers up to count them out...

1. Spencer Lee
2. Sean Fausz
3. Taylor LaMont
4. Sebastian Rivera
5. Ronnie Bresser(?)-not sure if he returns or not
6. Nick Piccinninni
7. Louie Hayes
8 Sean Russell
9. Drew Mattin
10. Christian Moody
11. Rayvon Foley
12. Travis Piotrowski

Obviously I've missed some guys, but can either Teasdale or Teske break into this group somewhere close enough to have a shot at the podium? It's not out of the question, if things break right and we develop here.

 

[ClarkstonMark]

Two different points that need to be separated, contact vs. offer.

Cael cannot offer him.

Contact ... Busiello verballed during an unofficial visit. Gonna guess the coaches may have been in the room at the time.

IMO he fits Cael's plsn perfectly: he's one of those kids that will claw and scrape and force his way into the lineup somehow. It could be a Conaway situation where he shuttles weights and has to sit a year, who knows? But he'll find a way.

trying to understand your point ... Cael cannot offer him what? a scholarship? If Cael can't, then who can? or do you mean he cannot offer him until a later date?

 

[El-Jefe]

trying to understand your point ... Cael cannot offer him what? a scholarship? If Cael can't, then who can? or do you mean he cannot offer him until a later date?

Yeah, i should've been clearer -- too soon for Cael to offer him a scholarship.

 

[jack66]

I'm in the camp that thinks AA at 125 is possible. Bottom line though, I don't think we need an AA at 125/133/149. 117 returning points plus 13 puts us at 130 ... I'm thinking that is out of reach for everyone but us.

 

[dunkej01]

I'm in the camp that thinks AA at 125 is possible. Bottom line though, I don't think we need an AA at 125/133/149. 117 returning points plus 13 puts us at 130 ... I'm thinking that is out of reach for everyone but us.

except it seems without fail we have some sort of issue/adversity that creeps up that keeps everything in doubt until it isnt.