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Intentionally. Taylor isn't losing to any American in the next few years, any more than Snyder is.

Aaron's time is coming, just not yet.
David is going to be tough to beat. With that said, I am super excited to see Aaron make a return to freestyle. I've noticed since helping Taylor as a training partner that he has added that nasty movement underhook. In folk it's not a game changer but thats huge in freestyle. I think all those hours of imitating Yazdani will pay off in the long run.
 
Not saying it's impossible but RBY, Zain, and Carter will have a say in this.
RBY and Carter are tweeners for Olynmpic weights as of now. That said things can change. However, RBY seems set on going MMA instead of freestyle.
 
It's a bit early, but the last few posts show the excitement that will be the Olympic Team Trials in 2024. It'll be a battle just to get to Paris. Trials are back in State College too, unless USA Wrsetling changes their mind.
That would be the perfect occasion for me to finally visit State College and hopefully meet some of you all!
 
It's a bit early, but the last few posts show the excitement that will be the Olympic Team Trials in 2024. It'll be a battle just to get to Paris. Trials are back in State College too, unless USA Wrsetling changes their mind.
Any word on if BIGS will be back in Stare College soon since there were no fans allowed last year?
 
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RBY and Carter are tweeners for Olynmpic weights as of now. That said things can change. However, RBY seems set on going MMA instead of freestyle.
I’m not certain C-Star will be a tweener or is for Oly weights, right now he’s taking one for the team imo. He could easily be 184 lbs on full feed n heavy lifting n bump up further for freestyle. I don’t know, I think he has the frame for it , jeez my opinion
 
I’m not certain C-Star will be a tweener or is for Oly weights, right now he’s taking one for the team imo. He could easily be 184 lbs on full feed n heavy lifting n bump up further for freestyle. I don’t know, I think he has the frame for it , jeez my opinion
He’ll make a helluva 79, he’s already beat Nolf there.
Might take a couple years to make the jump to 86 and be productive.
 
Any word on if BIGS will be back in Stare College soon since there were no fans allowed last year?
Coaches have said that the Big Ten told Penn State Athletics "in the next 3-4 years" when they were discussing moving it away from Penn State last season and the conference would not allow it. Since the conference doesn't announce it's championship sites for most sports until the summer before a season starts, we may not know for a couple years unless they insert us right away. We'll know this summer what the 2023 location will be. Not holding my breath for that, just happy we'll get another shot (as fans to see the action) soon. Maryland must be inserted soon too, and Michigan and Northwestern are in line from a rotation standpoint.
 
Coaches have said that the Big Ten told Penn State Athletics "in the next 3-4 years" when they were discussing moving it away from Penn State last season and the conference would not allow it. Since the conference doesn't announce it's championship sites for most sports until the summer before a season starts, we may not know for a couple years unless they insert us right away. We'll know this summer what the 2023 location will be. Not holding my breath for that, just happy we'll get another shot (as fans to see the action) soon. Maryland must be inserted soon too, and Michigan and Northwestern are in line from a rotation standpoint.
I will definitely be at NU when it’s there I’m hoping between 2024 -2028
 
Coaches have said that the Big Ten told Penn State Athletics "in the next 3-4 years" when they were discussing moving it away from Penn State last season and the conference would not allow it. Since the conference doesn't announce it's championship sites for most sports until the summer before a season starts, we may not know for a couple years unless they insert us right away. We'll know this summer what the 2023 location will be. Not holding my breath for that, just happy we'll get another shot (as fans to see the action) soon. Maryland must be inserted soon too, and Michigan and Northwestern are in line from a rotation standpoint.
Thanks Roar!
 
Never been to Bulgaria, however, that may be the first time as it's been described as "a blast" 🤣. Maybe I need to broaden my horizons.
I'd call Columbus a blast if I won an international tourney there.

Though from what I've read, Bulgaria would be more fun than Columbus. Seriously, I'd consider adding it onto a bigger trip to Europe. Several highlights like Rila Monastery and Plovdiv.

Have eaten Bulgarian food. It's good -- like a mix of Greek and Turkish, as its geography would imply. Recommended.
 
I'd call Columbus a blast if I won an international tourney there.

Though from what I've read, Bulgaria would be more fun than Columbus. Seriously, I'd consider adding it onto a bigger trip to Europe. Several highlights like Rila Monastery and Plovdiv.

Have eaten Bulgarian food. It's good -- like a mix of Greek and Turkish, as its geography would imply. Recommended.
Indeed. At the risk of sending this thread spiraling into a travel tangent, Sofia is one of the more interesting cities I've visited. The Palace of Culture is opulent, they have several cool beer halls, and there is surprisingly good skiing just south of the city.
 
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Indeed. At the risk of sending this thread spiraling into a travel tangent, Sofia is one of the more interesting cities I've visited. The Palace of Culture is opulent, they have several cool beer halls, and there is surprisingly good skiing just south of the city.
Opulent. I like it. Lol. This board is full of information and culture. Where else could anyone ever want to go
 
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Indeed. At the risk of sending this thread spiraling into a travel tangent, Sofia is one of the more interesting cities I've visited. The Palace of Culture is opulent, they have several cool beer halls, and there is surprisingly good skiing just south of the city.
I’ve got a Lonely Planet for Eastern Europe on my bed right now. Targeting Montenegro and Slovenia first chance I get. Had a chance to see those countries (and Croatia) when they were part of Yugoslavia, but 4 months before I was going to Eurail through there, the Balkans War started and no sane tourist was traveling there. My nephew worked with a bunch of Eastern Europeans as a lifeguard in the Outer Banks. On their suggestion, he traveled from Northern Macedonia to Estonia and had a blast (on about $25 per day)
 
I'd call Columbus a blast if I won an international tourney there.

Though from what I've read, Bulgaria would be more fun than Columbus. Seriously, I'd consider adding it onto a bigger trip to Europe. Several highlights like Rila Monastery and Plovdiv.

Have eaten Bulgarian food. It's good -- like a mix of Greek and Turkish, as its geography would imply. Recommended.
Went to the PSU-OSU game in '93. The girls in the strip clubs in Columbus weren't even topless!!!
 
I’ve got a Lonely Planet for Eastern Europe on my bed right now. Targeting Montenegro and Slovenia first chance I get. Had a chance to see those countries (and Croatia) when they were part of Yugoslavia, but 4 months before I was going to Eurail through there, the Balkans War started and no sane tourist was traveling there. My nephew worked with a bunch of Eastern Europeans as a lifeguard in the Outer Banks. On their suggestion, he traveled from Northern Macedonia to Estonia and had a blast (on about $25 per day)
I’ve got a Lonely Planet for Eastern Europe on my bed right now. Targeting Montenegro and Slovenia first chance I get. Had a chance to see those countries (and Croatia) when they were part of Yugoslavia, but 4 months before I was going to Eurail through there, the Balkans War started and no sane tourist was traveling there. My nephew worked with a bunch of Eastern Europeans as a lifeguard in the Outer Banks. On their suggestion, he traveled from Northern Macedonia to Estonia and had a blast (on about $25 per day)

Slovenia is beautiful. Ljubljana is a really nice capital city (and there’s a restaurant that specializes in horse burgers!). Lake Bled is a nice day trip. Only been to Budva in Montenegro. The natural beauty is pretty amazing. Tallinn, Estonia is a really nice city. Would love to go back.
 
I’ve got a Lonely Planet for Eastern Europe on my bed right now. Targeting Montenegro and Slovenia first chance I get. Had a chance to see those countries (and Croatia) when they were part of Yugoslavia, but 4 months before I was going to Eurail through there, the Balkans War started and no sane tourist was traveling there. My nephew worked with a bunch of Eastern Europeans as a lifeguard in the Outer Banks. On their suggestion, he traveled from Northern Macedonia to Estonia and had a blast (on about $25 per day)
That sounds awesome. Our last trip (pre-pandemic) was north a bit, starting in Germany, then heading east to Hungary. The northern route took us through the Czech Republic and Slovakia. Then back to Germany by way of Austria. It was an amazing trip. Along with the beauty and history of this corner of the world, if ever there I recommend visiting Eagle's Nest (south of Salzburg).
 
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A week or so ago I mentioned Iowa‘s propensity to work the double thigh pry, and that it wasn’t my favorite way to accrue riding time. Willie‘s going nuclear of the topic today. just gave a good example. I wonder how much Cael is paying for these tweets. ;)

 
I’ve got a Lonely Planet for Eastern Europe on my bed right now. Targeting Montenegro and Slovenia first chance I get. Had a chance to see those countries (and Croatia) when they were part of Yugoslavia, but 4 months before I was going to Eurail through there, the Balkans War started and no sane tourist was traveling there. My nephew worked with a bunch of Eastern Europeans as a lifeguard in the Outer Banks. On their suggestion, he traveled from Northern Macedonia to Estonia and had a blast (on about $25 per day)
Which Balkans War? Don't all wars start there?
 
I’ve got a Lonely Planet for Eastern Europe on my bed right now. Targeting Montenegro and Slovenia first chance I get. Had a chance to see those countries (and Croatia) when they were part of Yugoslavia, but 4 months before I was going to Eurail through there, the Balkans War started and no sane tourist was traveling there. My nephew worked with a bunch of Eastern Europeans as a lifeguard in the Outer Banks. On their suggestion, he traveled from Northern Macedonia to Estonia and had a blast (on about $25 per day)
Don't have that book but have looked a lot into that part of the world. My wife wanted to do Croatia as our honeymoon, until we researched and realized it would need to be at least 2 trips: one for southern Croatia + Montenegro + Mostar + Sarajevo; other for Zagreb + Istria + Plitvice + Ljubljana + Bled. (Plus the timing didn't work.) Someday ...

I have an extremely well-traveled co-worker who who plans to retire to Slovenia. Said it was by far the best place he's ever visited.

Anyway, am very curious about your notes. Maybe resuscitate the old travel thread?
 
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I’ve got a Lonely Planet for Eastern Europe on my bed right now. Targeting Montenegro and Slovenia first chance I get. Had a chance to see those countries (and Croatia) when they were part of Yugoslavia, but 4 months before I was going to Eurail through there, the Balkans War started and no sane tourist was traveling there. My nephew worked with a bunch of Eastern Europeans as a lifeguard in the Outer Banks. On their suggestion, he traveled from Northern Macedonia to Estonia and had a blast (on about $25 per day)
I travelled in the former Yugoslavia region after my Eurail pass expired in Greece. I recommend Dubrovnik, the pearl of the Asiatic. Beautiful walled city. Lonely Planet guides are great. I've used them in China, India, Peru, Costa Rica and throughout Europe. Was just invited to give a talk in Norway in May and then I'm headed onto Estonia afterwards for another conference ... unless Putin tries to annex it :) Hoping the Covid situation doesn't change things too much by that time, though I'm fully vaxxed and boosted. Hopefully, international travel grows easier in 2022.
 
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