As a diehard Iowa fan, this year's tournament was tough for obvious reasons. But I think it really solidified that the Brands' style of coaching just isn't going to get it done in the modern era. Penn State consistently has people peaking at the right time rather than Iowa having to limp across the finish line in March from a season of gruelling wrestling. I mean this is probably the worst performance in the finals from PSU in recent memory and they went 2/5 which is insane. I hope with the talent that Iowa is bringing in they can compete with OSU again, but clearly PSU's young guys can get it done in the big stage too.
yawninggourmand79 t1_jcto907 wrote
Reply to Penn State wins the 2023 DI men's NCAA wrestling team title - 10th title in 12 years by abon123456789
As a diehard Iowa fan, this year's tournament was tough for obvious reasons. But I think it really solidified that the Brands' style of coaching just isn't going to get it done in the modern era. Penn State consistently has people peaking at the right time rather than Iowa having to limp across the finish line in March from a season of gruelling wrestling. I mean this is probably the worst performance in the finals from PSU in recent memory and they went 2/5 which is insane. I hope with the talent that Iowa is bringing in they can compete with OSU again, but clearly PSU's young guys can get it done in the big stage too.