Spencer Lee rumors (from Ohio board)

[Chickenman Testa]

From Ohio/Buckeye wrestling board. Some of these guys are really clued in and Bob Preusse called Hall and Nick to us early - almost as early as Willie (perhaps they're both recruiting for us ). He's got a pretty good hit rate on recruits that have interest in Ohio State - whether they commit to the Bucks or other teams. Anyway, wrestling rumors are better than no wrestling talk.

The supposed timing is a surprise to me.

http://ohiowrestling.net/forum/viewtopic.php?t=6030&sid=b0184aa9142da70f9c8f5665a78b489e

 

[Glen]

I have a question about the management of scholarship money. For the next two years, the two Lees are already in the fold. This year Gulibon and Morelli graduate. The following year, Retherford and Cutch and then a "mass" graduation the following year. How does Cael manage the scholarships - two in '17 and two in '18 (probably a creative way to more). High school sophis are a priority it seems.

 

[RoarLions1]

Glen,
It appears to me that you're looking at wrestling as a "headcount" sport. It's not. Wrestling is an "equivalency" sport, where the 9.9 can be divvied up into tenths of scholarships, all the way up to a full ride...as long as 9.9 for the team is never exceeded.
We will never (nor should we) know how much scholarship money each kid gets, though in some cases the wrestlers do make public statements. We can talk about recruiting all day long (who we need, which weight classes are thin, uber-talents that are out there, recruit leans, etc.) but discussions about scholarship specifics would be speculative.

Did I read your post wrong? Hope this helps.

 

[dunkej01]

But I read that he was in IC with hawks gear on and sitting with McD. Doesnt that move them up from Dark Horse to just 2nd place?

 

[CentexLion]

From Ohio/Buckeye wrestling board. Some of these guys are really clued in and Bob Preusse called Hall and Nick to us early - almost as early as Willie (perhaps they're both recruiting for us ). He's got a pretty good hit rate on recruits that have interest in Ohio State - whether they commit to the Bucks or other teams. Anyway, wrestling rumors are better than no wrestling talk.

The supposed timing is a surprise to me.

http://ohiowrestling.net/forum/viewtopic.php?t=6030&sid=b0184aa9142da70f9c8f5665a78b489e

Why trust Preusse, when we got it straight from Spyker. 100% batting average.

 

[Chickenman Testa]

Why trust Preusse, when we got it straight from Spyker. 100% batting average.

You're selling the Spyk-man short. His average is 110%

 

[dunkej01]

Has Creedo weighed in yet?

 

[NittanyLion84]

Has Creedo weighed in yet?

Are you saying he's going to Rutgers?

 

[RoarLions1]

Has Creedo weighed in yet?

Not gonna happen...real name required...

 

[Glen]

Glen,
It appears to me that you're looking at wrestling as a "headcount" sport. It's not. Wrestling is an "equivalency" sport, where the 9.9 can be divvied up into tenths of scholarships, all the way up to a full ride...as long as 9.9 for the team is never exceeded.
We will never (nor should we) know how much scholarship money each kid gets, though in some cases the wrestlers do make public statements. We can talk about recruiting all day long (who we need, which weight classes are thin, uber-talents that are out there, recruit leans, etc.) but discussions about scholarship specifics would be speculative.

Did I read your post wrong? Hope this helps.

No, and thanks for the reply. I understand the 9.9 scholarships are broken up to cover more equivalency and that more than just money is a reason to go to a particular school. Cael is very good at attracting the uber-talents. The next three classes seem to present a problem to avoid the one down year. Two years of limited graduates and then a large class leaving. We saw the benefit this year of multiple red shirts coming on-line. Knowing he has a plan, how does he navigate to maintain the dominance?

 

[CholleyVandine]

Creedo's prediction: Lee will commit to PSU, sign his letter of intent, then transfer immediately to Rutgers when he realizes all is not happy in Happy Valley.

 

[NittanyLion84]

Creedo's prediction: Lee will commit to PSU, sign his letter of intent, then transfer immediately to Rutgers when he realizes all is not happy in Happy Valley.

Okay, now this makes a lot more sense.

 

[Chickenman Testa]

Has Creedo weighed in yet?

Every time I see that name, I think of this guy:

 

[jschrantz]

But I read that he was in IC with hawks gear on and sitting with McD. Doesnt that move them up from Dark Horse to just 2nd place?

Did Spencer's girlfriend make the Iowa cheerleading team? I heard tryouts were soon. I'm sure she's trying to get him to IC, she may lose him to the tail walking around Happy Valley. Uh oh...

 

[Azchief32]

Did Spencer's girlfriend make the Iowa cheerleading team? I heard tryouts were soon. I'm sure she's trying to get him to IC, she may lose him to the tail walking around Happy Valley. Uh oh...

If this were true, then ASU would kick all of our asses in the "tail" department.

 

[dunkej01]

If this were true, then ASU would kick all of our asses in the "tail" department.

True that.

 

[jschrantz]

If this were true, then ASU would kick all of our asses in the "tail" department.

Absolutely, I've been to Tempe...

 

[Chickenman Testa]

If this were true, then ASU would kick all of our asses in the "tail" department.

That would be a bloodbath. Zeke would just bring all recruits to watch the Undie Run.

 

[Chickenman Testa]

Absolutely, I've been to Tempe...

When the hot chick challenge is thrown down and ASU gets mentioned, even the most homeristic fan bases (I'm looking at you Buckeye fan) bow down meekly in stunned awe.

 

[ggcpsu]

If Cael wanted to, that 2017-2018 could break all the records at NCAA's and be the greatest team in NCAA history
125: Suriano/Lee
133: Suriano/Lee
141: Cortez
149: Zain
157: nolf
165: Joseph/hall
174: Joseph/hall
184: nickal
197: Cassar
285: Nevills

I doubt a lineup has ever had more raw wrestling talent than that.

 

[dunkej01]

That would be a bloodbath. Zeke would just bring all recruits to watch the Undie Run.

Just looked up the "undie run".....Thank you, that was fun!

 

[bwifan]

If Cael wanted to, that 2017-2018 could break all the records at NCAA's and be the greatest team in NCAA history
125: Suriano/Lee
133: Suriano/Lee
141: Cortez
149: Zain
157: nolf
165: Joseph/hall
174: Joseph/hall
184: nickal
197: Cassar
285: Nevills

I doubt a lineup has ever had more raw wrestling talent than that.

No doubt.... Just looking at that is damn scary for opponents... just wins alone forget about bonus points. And they are all young and here for several years... domination on paper at its finest

 

[Tom McAndrew]

That would be a bloodbath. Zeke would just bring all recruits to watch the Undie Run.

Just looked up the "undie run".....Thank you, that was fun!

If the BWI/McAndrew board rules were in effect on this board, you guys would be in trouble. Just saying.

 

[Azchief32]

University of Arizona is its rival in this department...I live about 16 miles from the U of A and sometimes its just nice to go down to Gentle Ben's, a bar right outside the main entrance to the U of A, have a beer and burger and watch "life" go by on a spring day like this. If my wife is with me, I just tell her to punch me before we leave home and get it out of the way. She has a nasty right hook.

 

[CoastFan]

University of Arizona is its rival in this department...I live about 16 miles from the U of A and sometimes its just nice to go down to Gentle Ben's, a bar right outside the main entrance to the U of A, have a beer and burger and watch "life" go by on a spring day like this. If my wife is with me, I just tell her to punch me before we leave home and get it out of the way. She has a nasty right hook.

My son is (hopefully) in his last year of grad school at U of A. Anyhow, his mother and I moved him down there in 2011. It was August. We walked around the campus before noon when it would be too hot. The sororities were out in full force on the Quad (I believe that's what they call it) involved with Rush activities.
With my wife with me, it was a challenge. Needless to say, I knew that he had made a wise choice for a 22 year old single guy.

 

[jschrantz]

If Cael wanted to, that 2017-2018 could break all the records at NCAA's and be the greatest team in NCAA history
125: Suriano/Lee
133: Suriano/Lee
141: Cortez
149: Zain
157: nolf
165: Joseph/hall
174: Joseph/hall
184: nickal
197: Cassar
285: Nevills

I doubt a lineup has ever had more raw wrestling talent than that.

The Manville? Not yet starting is what you're saying, gotcha

 

[AgSurfer]

My son is (hopefully) in his last year of grad school at U of A. Anyhow, his mother and I moved him down there in 2011. It was August. We walked around the campus before noon when it would be too hot. The sororities were out in full force on the Quad (I believe that's what they call it) involved with Rush activities.
With my wife with me, it was a challenge. Needless to say, I knew that he had made a wise choice for a 22 year old single guy.

Hah! If you think AZ has some scenery, you should get a ticket to Rio for the Olympics. I've been to Brazil about a dozen times, and believe me, that country is loaded with top level talent! And what makes it really interesting, (or really challenging depending on your marital status) they really like American guys.

 

[amalone]

Hah! If you think AZ has some scenery, you should get a ticket to Rio for the Olympics. I've been to Brazil about a dozen times, and believe me, that country is loaded with top level talent! And what makes it really interesting, (or really challenging depending on your marital status) they really like American guys.

At least the woman are Miss Universe type talent in Brazil... who needs them to be smart also?

 

[El-Jefe]

Bob Preusse added to this discussion on April 14, 2016

Quote from Michael Rodriguez's post:
"Who's on Spencer Lee's short list?"

peeeeeeeennnn st, darkhorse Iowa, very dark ohio st

That's why they're called Tanning Bed U.

 

[21Guns]

When the hot chick challenge is thrown down and ASU gets mentioned, even the most homeristic fan bases (I'm looking at you Buckeye fan) bow down meekly in stunned awe.

Except the University of Arizona, which is right there with ASU...those two are rivals in EVERYTHING.

 

[Azchief32]

And neither takes much to get into...our graduate schools are the academic attraction. Undergrad is straight up partying. With ASU, if you can spell your name 2/5 times, you're in like flynn

 

[bwifan]

If the BWI/McAndrew board rules were in effect on this board, you guys would be in trouble. Just saying.

LOL... OK Tom gave fair warning but with the direction of this thread I am now playing the trump card and throwing flags all over the playing field.... too many fouls to call from unsportsmanlike conduct on up....

 

[T J]

Spencer Lee - 2014 PIAA
State Chsmpionship Highlights

 

[T J]

Spencer Lee - 2015 PIAA
State Chsmpionship Highlights

 

[raslen007]

Except the University of Arizona, which is right there with ASU...those two are rivals in EVERYTHING.

My Bro works at the U of A. Says it is very distracting.

 

[Ja1339]

Anyone care to project when Spencer makes his announcement?

 

[21Guns]

Anyone care to project when Spencer makes his announcement?

I defer to Spyker.

 

[21Guns]

I promise you this, however, if and when Spencer announces, in one week, he'll be transferring to Rutgers, per Creedo.

 

[Ames2State]

Anyone care to project when Spencer makes his announcement?

It has been indicated Spencer Lee will be verbally committed to a B1G school before the UWW Junior Freestyle National Championships.

 

[lionlover]

Hah! If you think AZ has some scenery, you should get a ticket to Rio for the Olympics. I've been to Brazil about a dozen times, and believe me, that country is loaded with top level talent! And what makes it really interesting, (or really challenging depending on your marital status) they really like American guys.

You have a fan @sg out west