Great year for the most handsome PSU wrestler in history.
I feel pretty bad for Cassar. Did nothing to deserve to lose the spot, at least on any other team. Not many guys can say they upset the #1 ranked wrestler but were healthy scratches for the postseason. Given that Cassar had to overcome a pretty nasty shoulder injury to get this far, it's even tougher that he can say he did everything right and still not be the guy. Rasheed had to work through disappointment and logjams as well, but it's gotta be really tough knowing that you're good enough to be on the podium but won't get that opportunity. Wouldn't blame him for transferring out, since 184 is spoken for next year and HWT seems unreasonable, Lemon Pie's urging notwithstanding.
It did screw him that day, but had he been given that win, he'd have faced Rasheed in the finals. And we don't know how that would've gone, but we do know that Cael gave him that opportunity in the room. Wrestle-offs between two guys that familiar with each other might not be the best gauge of postseason success but where both guys are otherwise even on paper, wrestle-offs are better than coin flips or an arbitrary coach's decision.Yes, and that Holschag match screwed him tons. If he transfers out, I hope they find a way to get Beard enrolled.
It did screw him that day, but had he been given that win, he'd have faced Rasheed in the finals. And we don't know how that would've gone, but we do know that Cael gave him that opportunity in the room. Wrestle-offs between two guys that familiar with each other might not be the best gauge of postseason success but where both guys are otherwise even on paper, wrestle-offs are better than coin flips or an arbitrary coach's decision.
This, plus Beard grayshirting means the coaches think one of our guys will get a 6th year.I wouldn't write Cassar off for the future at PSU. I really like both guys and feel horrible for Cassar (and would have felt horrible for Rasheed). BUT, remember the Gingrich-Lawson battle. It went back and forth for multiple seasons and a different one represented us their JR season vs their SR season. If Cassar comes back, I wouldn't be surprised that the spot is still an open battle.
much as i'd like to see it, why would he stay? his clock is ticking, too. time to do what's best for himself.Hope he stays; a class act in all things. You can never predict what opportunities present themselves in the future. I'm betting his future includes visits to the podium in blue and white.
he was sitting with the other starters during the match and everything about his mannerisms was positive. Clapping, cheering, etc. found it very refreshing to see that.Cassar really positive after the bout today...signing autographs, enjoying his team-mates, etc. Class act, all the way.
Agree, completely. Had a chance to talk after the match, until some autograph-seekers stopped him, then I boogeyed...but all was good with him.he was sitting with the other starters during the match and everything about his mannerisms was positive. Clapping, cheering, etc. found it very refreshing to see that.
I think they (Rutgers' coaches) are capable of recruiting kids with skills, the simply do not develop anybody.Somebody check the bushes outside Anthony's Apartment for Rutgers Coaches. God knows they can't recruit anybody that can really wrestle unless they've worn a Blue and White Singlet.
220 fits with international weights right? Why Snyder isn’t bigger. Makes sense if part of the whole is to field a strong international team, plethora of guys who would fit the bill, etc.