Wrestling VIDEO/TIDBITS --- 1/11 Media Availability with Cael Sanderson and Beau Bartlett

[CSauertiegPSU]

We'll have Cael and Beau with us here at 10 o'clock, hoping to get some clarity on the Berge situation as well as Bartlett's walk around weight these days and where he sees himself weight wise the next few years.

 

[CSauertiegPSU]

Starting with Bartlett, who's asked about the recent additions. Beau says that it shows that everyone in the program wants to be the best and that goes beyond just the 10 starters.

Asked about his weight, Bartlett says that he's not yet cutting weight but that he's at around 150 and just a workout away. Says his future is at either 141/149 but that he's getting more comfortable at the weight as matches go on.

 

[CSauertiegPSU]

Bartlett also made a nice little jab about being 143, says that contrary to popular belief he is a 149 right now. Adds that he believes he has something like a 94 percent finish rate when he gets to legs, he just needs to get there more often.

 

[CSauertiegPSU]

Bartlett saying a lot of what we've heard, in that each match is a learning experience for him after not getting a redshirt year.

 

[CSauertiegPSU]

On a national dual tournament: It's cool for the hype, but you tend to get those in the Big Ten already and that they're getting most of the top teams with the current schedule.

 

[CSauertiegPSU]

Bartlett notes that he loves the big matches and that he's working on getting his energy up to that same level against some of the less heralded opponents either in duals or tournaments.

 

[nittinsc]

Clarity on Berge situation:

"Cael, what can you tell us about about the plans for Berge?"

Cael - "He's down in the room now."

 

[CSauertiegPSU]

Bartlett says that when he sees criticisms, he'd say that they should look at his first 20-25 matches in comparison to a number of other guys who have had elite careers.

 

[CSauertiegPSU]

Asked about his style, Bartlett is saying that he's working on being more aggressive and it's something that he and coaches have discussed.

 

[CSauertiegPSU]

Bartlett notes that the weight decisions are generally left up to the wrestlers and that he's the one who first decided to go up. Says that he's really enjoyed lifting and the process of getting bigger. Adds that the coaching staff encourages everyone to be ready to go if they're called upon to go in a dual or a tournament.

 

[CSauertiegPSU]

On to Cael: "The name of the game is competing. As a staff that's what we do is compete." Adds that they want to keep everything in perspective, but that the wrestlers know that they're there to compete.

 

[CSauertiegPSU]

Asked whether there are any hard feelings from kids pushed out of the lineup, Cael says that everyone knows they have an opportunity to compete and win the spot and that they understand that. Also adds that Hildebrandt was a done deal and then it wasn't and then was again. Also notes that Berge's decision happened pretty quickly.

 

[CSauertiegPSU]

Berge just arrived on campus on Sunday and started classes yesterday. Practice is today at 1:30/3 and they'll speak with him and figure out what the plan is. Lots of questions yet to be answered.

 

[CSauertiegPSU]

Cael says that he enjoyed the NWCA National Duals when it was the Big Ten vs. everyone else. Also adds that he doesn't want to change the national championship format and enjoys the current tournament format.

 

[CSauertiegPSU]

On missing RBY/Nick Lee on Sunday: Cael says that they hoped they'd been through that in November but that it's an issue that's happening across the country. Says the flu season has been an issue on top of COVID this year and that it's worse than he's seen before.

 

[CSauertiegPSU]

Asked about Bartlett, Cael says he's just scratching the surface and that they'd like to see him in 10-9 matches even if he's losing right now because he'll get better faster. The staff believes he's getting better with each match. They want him trying stuff more often in matches.

 

[CSauertiegPSU]

Asked about Ceron Francisco at the NLWC, who was a workout partner for Kerkvliet to begin with. Cael says that he's gotten to know Ceron and that he's a "great guy." Says that he adds a big guy to the room with Eric Thompson leaving for ASU.

 

[CSauertiegPSU]

Lastly, asked about Beard's injury. No update yet, but apparently he's not yet been able to get evaluated. Says he'll be "good to go" here shortly, but you guys know to TIFWIW.

 

[Chickenman Testa]

Clarity on Berge situation:

"Cael, what can you tell us about about the plans for Berge?"

Cael - "He's down in the room now."

Perfect gif

 

[creamery freak]

Lastly, asked about Beard's injury. No update yet, but apparently he's not yet been able to get evaluated. Says he'll be "good to go" here shortly, but you guys know to TIFWIW.

Thank you for all the info in this post. On a side note, I believe it will be a close wrestle off between Brady and Creighton, if Brady decides to go 165. Creighton seems pretty solid in all positions and isn't an easy out by any means. I believe he is 8-3 so far and I'm happy he's wearing the PSU singlet. That being said I appreciate Brady's return and hope for the best team on the mat come March.

 

[BruceK-PSU83]

Lastly, asked about Beard's injury. No update yet, but apparently he's not yet been able to get evaluated. Says he'll be "good to go" here shortly, but you guys know to TIFWIW.

Beard was injured, what, a couple weeks ago? And he's not yet been able to be evaluated?

How does that make any sense?

 

[CSauertiegPSU]

Beard was injured, what, a couple weeks ago? And he's not yet been able to be evaluated?

How does that make any sense?

I don’t know the details here but I lot of routine medical appointments that would usually happen at hospitals (say, an MRI) have been significantly delayed due to COVID patients overwhelming hospitals. Could we be an explanation there.

 

[PSU Mike]

Beard was injured, what, a couple weeks ago? And he's not yet been able to be evaluated?

How does that make any sense?

Scuffle. May mean a re-eval to get cleared for return to practice.

 

[NittanyChris]

Cael’s point about Beau and 10-9 matches is interesting. Sounds like he’d rather have him lose 10-9 and learn from the experience of trying a lot of new things, than win a conservative 2-1 match. Kind of the exact opposite mentality of coaches who practice seed protection through ducking big matches ( we know who they are). Again, the goal is always finding the best way to help your guys improve and be ready for March.

 

[nitlion6]

Cael’s point about Beau and 10-9 matches is interesting. Sounds like he’d rather have him lose 10-9 and learn from the experience of trying a lot of new things, than win a conservative 2-1 match. Kind of the exact opposite mentality of coaches who practice seed protection through ducking big matches ( we know who they are). Again, the goal is always finding the best way to help your guys improve and be ready for March.

They used to challenge Conaway in a similar manner. In Jordan's case it was more along the lines that if Jordan could get people to wrestle him at that pace by the end of the match Jordan would still be sprinting while almost every opponent would be sucking fumes.

 

[AndEEss]

If Beau Bartlett puts up 9 points, he's going to be winning a lot of matches. He's so positionally solid and has a great motor compared to his competition that I just don't envision anyone but Yianni and Sasso beating him in a scenario where he gets multiple takedowns in a match. And next year, provided he goes 141? Could be rough for some people.

 

[Dogwelder]

Perfect gif

CT, you have outwitted the site’s ban on liking one’s own posts!
Like Rommel at Gazala!

 

[PSU Mike]

Cael’s point about Beau and 10-9 matches is interesting. Sounds like he’d rather have him lose 10-9 and learn from the experience of trying a lot of new things, than win a conservative 2-1 match. Kind of the exact opposite mentality of coaches who practice seed protection through ducking big matches ( we know who they are). Again, the goal is always finding the best way to help your guys improve and be ready for March.

Sssssshhhhhh!!!!!

 

[dunkej01]

Thanks clay.

I hope this extra attention from the sports media doesnt get in the head of BB. Just do it!

the berge thing is just so Cael. Happened quick. He just got here. Well talk to him at 3pm. There is no way in heck that is what happened. But thats Cael and I trust in Cael.

Need more info on this Hvy to the NLWC, what do you guys got on this guy?

I wonder what the Hillde issue was. He was a grad transfer that probably shouldnt have been it. Maybe it was finding the right offer to get him out of retirement. Not really my business, but again, I trust in Cael.

No questions about RU? They are perennial top 10 team. Only match of the weekend. I read they are a rival of ours. I mean not a single question.......hahahahah #boomboom

 

[RoarLions1]

Glad Cael said out loud the notion of Beau being in 10-9 matches even if he loses. It's all part of "the process", without concern for wins and losses. Please don't misinterpret, Cael hates to lose -- but he recognizes wins and losses as byproducts. It's subtle, but can and does separate the PSU coach's successful philosophy and message to the wrestlers as compared to many other coaching staffs.

 

[RoarLions1]

the berge thing is just so Cael. Happened quick. He just got here. Well talk to him at 3pm. There is no way in heck that is what happened. But thats Cael and I trust in Cael.

Need more info on this Hvy to the NLWC, what do you guys got on this guy?

Actually, the Berge thing was sudden and happened quickly. I trust in Cael too, but this move was mostly initiated and orchestrated by Berge.

Ceron Francisco is a two-time NAIA All-American from Concordia Univ. (Neb.), who quit wrestling at age 25 after an unsuccessful attempt to make the Olympic team in 2020. He has since been training MMA with Daniel Cormier. I'm not sure how this move transpired. Misses wrestling?

 

[slushhead]

Glad Cael said out loud the notion of Beau being in 10-9 matches even if he loses. It's all part of "the process", without concern for wins and losses. Please don't misinterpret, Cael hates to lose -- but he recognizes wins and losses as byproducts. It's subtle, but can and does separate the PSU coach's successful philosophy and message to the wrestlers as compared to many other coaching staffs.

“Go out there and try stuff, but don’t go wild and make me wicked pissed.” 😉

 

[PD4thespawn]

Actually, the Berge thing was sudden and happened quickly. I trust in Cael too, but this move was mostly initiated and orchestrated by Berge.

Ceron Francisco is a two-time NAIA All-American from Concordia Univ. (Neb.), who quit wrestling at age 25 after an unsuccessful attempt to make the Olympic team in 2020. He has since been training MMA with Daniel Cormier. I'm not sure how this move transpired. Misses wrestling?

Didnt cael do some training with cornier last year?

 

[RoarLions1]

Didnt cael do some training with cornier last year?

Ceron or Cael?

 

[PD4thespawn]

Ceron or Cael?

Thought it was cael

 

[86PSUPaul]

Thought it was cael

I think I remember a video of it also.

 

[PD4thespawn]

I think I remember a video of it also.

He was helping an MMA guy with his ground game.

 

[BOSCO2]

Thanks clay.

I hope this extra attention from the sports media doesnt get in the head of BB. Just do it!

the berge thing is just so Cael. Happened quick. He just got here. Well talk to him at 3pm. There is no way in heck that is what happened. But thats Cael and I trust in Cael.

Need more info on this Hvy to the NLWC, what do you guys got on this guy?

I wonder what the Hillde issue was. He was a grad transfer that probably shouldnt have been it. Maybe it was finding the right offer to get him out of retirement. Not really my business, but again, I trust in Cael.

No questions about RU? They are perennial top 10 team. Only match of the weekend. I read they are a rival of ours. I mean not a single question.......hahahahah #boomboom

We're doomed and we know it.

 

[Chickenman Testa]

CT, you have outwitted the site’s ban on liking one’s own posts!
Like Rommel at Gazala!

I read your book!

 

[Petch]

If Beau Bartlett puts up 9 points, he's going to be winning a lot of matches. He's so positionally solid and has a great motor compared to his competition that I just don't envision anyone but Yianni and Sasso beating him in a scenario where he gets multiple takedowns in a match. And next year, provided he goes 141? Could be rough for some people.

Beau needs to study Aaron Brooks’ recent matches. Aaron‘s style had been pretty similar to Beau earlier in his career, but recently, he’s been absolutely relentless! Jason Nolf beast-mode has been activated.

Love, love, LOVE it!