He has coached at Stevens Trade School, Clarion University, Christian . They just shoved it under the rug.. Waller hasnt coached collegiately since Lock Haven released him from his contract in May. The National Duals are in the news once again. Carrs accomplishments and what he helped his players achieve was important in his players growth and learning. All rights reserved (About Us). Two former Lock Haven wrestlers from area recall treatment by old coach Local Sports Dec 22, 2013 Brock Parker's nose was bloodied, but he didn't think it was broken. He knew there was an investigation., Today's breaking news and more in your inbox. 26 Sam Hillegas. I came in, made some changes to Lock Haven, gave them all my energy and time. The university has paid out nearly $250,000 to settle out of court two of the six cases and is appealing a verdict that could cost it another $60,000. But now that he is leaving the community, what will stand out most to him in his six-year tenure as an assistant are the relationships he built and the community of Lock Haven as a whole. Carr Jr. has. 165: #11 Peyton Hall (West Virginia) pinned Aiden Gaugler (Lock Haven) 1:42 / West Virginia 19-9 Scott has taught me so much and his guidance has shaped me into the coach I am today.. Kell wasnt ready to make 149 pounds to take over, so Parker stayed on the team for an additional month. As of late, several of those wrestlers have been so good that they are hitting the mats at the highest level. In the past several years, the university or its athletic director have been named in six lawsuits, four of which remain pending. Lehigh prepped for Sunday's wrestling showdown at Penn State with a workmanlike 37-3 win over host Lock Haven Saturday afternoon at the Bald Eagles' Thomas Fieldhouse. I wasnt burned out at all. He used a second-period reversal and grinded out the upset-win over No. But the beginning of this journey actually started as a senior at Kiski Area. Waller will be paid for the remainder of the 2012-13 school year and will also receive full salary, health benefits and retirement contributions for the 2013-14 school year as well, according to Wallers email. Maybe Reids celebration was muted given the circumstances. An Oct. 28 PLOW Emergency Update falsely quotes her as saying there would be no university funding for scholarships next year for the wrestling and men's and women's basketball teams, Taylor says. He began talking with then-athletic director Sharon Taylor about what it would take go to a different school. To say Carr was an accomplished coach at LHU is clear, but that can also be an understatement. Isaac gives the guys further inspiration to compete hard. We talked about sticking it out for the scholarship, but Im not going to bust my (butt) in the practice room if I dont really want to do it. Please enable it in your browser settings and refresh this page. 31 Jordan Titus edged out Zack Zeamer (Manheim, Pa. Manheim Central (Oklahoma)) and put WVU up 9-6. Lock Haven was already in Parkers rear-view mirror by the time Waller approached Fry about attending the Clinton County campus. It was a tough offer to turn down, especially in the wake of his mom, Robbin, being laid off from her job in graphic design. Fry said it went beyond the tough love aspect which often comes with Division I wrestling. YouTubes privacy policy is available here and YouTubes terms of service is available here. His overall goal was to get increased support from both the campus community and the local community, and it is something that turned out to be successful pretty quickly. Pretty much the whole room just stopped and stared.. It was his true sophomore season at Lock Haven after a career at Canton where he won a PIAA championship in 2008. He was EWL Coach of the Year this past season. Every wrestler under contract with WWE has health insurance. He led the program for just one season following a 1-10 record. 6 Slippery Rock, No. The white outa theme where spectators wear white at a specific wrestling home game to attract the local community and universitywas started in 2017, his first season as an assistant. It wasnt until a teammate called Parker, and said Waller was threatening to throw Parker off the team, that he returned a call. Lock Haven sponsors 21 varsity athletic programs including Division I men's wrestling and field hockey. *Individual Rankings = NCAA Coaches Panel (Feb. 9), Records It has been more than two years since Reids eye-opening win against Thomas, but hes beginning to gain attention again. Its exciting to know that the hard work and everything that hes put in has paid off. Gina Quinn. He said it was when he earned his fifth-place finish at the PIAA Championships as a sophomore. Its become quite the norm for Centre County wrestlers to continue their careers at the collegiate level. Lock Haven '97 Experience: 13th Season Bio Mike Rogers begins his 13th season as Franklin & Marshall's head wrestling coach in 2022-23. To see this page as it is meant to appear, please enable your Javascript! Bald Eagle Areas Lucas Fye joined the group that has been able to have the opportunity to continue their wrestling careers on the Division I level on Saturday when he decided to commit to Lock Haven. Parkers godfather had family in the East Stroudsburg area, giving Parker someone to turn to should he need anything. Sign in with Facebook LOCK HAVEN - The Primary Election race for Lock Haven City Council features three Democratic candidates and three Republican candidates, including a write-in candidate. Lackey jumped out and was just a ball of fire. Get Local News, Sports and more sent your inbox daily. Lehigh and Lock Haven will meet for the 13th time and the first time since the 2006-07 season when the Mountain Hawks claimed a 33-9 win in the Pennsylvania Duals. Parker, a Canton graduate, and Fry, a Muncy graduate, recently came forward accusing the now departed head coach of both physical and verbal abuse during their time wrestling for Lock Haven. 1980 (22) 1979 (17) 1997 (16) 1973 (14) March 2007 (13) He took that philosophy. You can overcome anything with the right mindset, he said. . I was able to learn to build relationships with people, coach Carr said. When Waller asked Parker who he wanted to wrestle, Parker chose to wrestle assistant coach Teyon Ware, a first-year volunteer assistant who was a two-time national champion at Oklahoma. The team did not play during the 2020 coronavirus pandemic season. Danny Song will serve as interim head coach at Bloomsburg, school officials said. * Head men's basketball coach John Wilson Jr. claims in a federal civil rights suit against the school and Taylor that he has been harassed, given less than satisfactory performance ratings and held to stricter responsibilities than other coaches because he is African-American. Strickland quickly and enthusiastically got the Bald Eagles even much to the delight of the home crowd and tied the dual at 6-6 with his pin at 133. He led the wrestling team to a 153-39-5 record and the football team to a 102-91-7 record. Carr Jr. has served on Lock Havens staff for the past six years, seeing the Bald Eagles program soar and have success individually and as a team. Moore believes Reid can become the 46th All-American in Lock Havens rich wrestling history. Hed be mean about everything and just be an (expletive), Fry said. He was very complimentary of the Warriors program and the school, but he said he just never felt at home at East Stroudsburg the way he did at Lock Haven. LOCK HAVEN -- The time of 8 minutes, 25 seconds has been on the minds of Bellefonte's 3,200 relay team. Wins and losses are not the only concern these days within the Lock Haven University athletic department. Baker said she and Parker are exploring a lawsuit because they felt Parker was too intimidated to speak out. By this time though, Fry already knew he wasnt coming back to wrestle for Lock Haven. As coach Carr heads down to Davidson College in North Carolina, he will look to take on the challenge of not only building his own system, but also relationship building and connecting to a local community to lead the Wildcats in a new direction. The $60,000 a jury awarded him last year is on appeal. With a small spot of blood visible through a bandage wrapped around his head, a grateful Isaac Reid bowed toward the center of the mat as his Lock Haven wrestling teammates and coaches and a jam-packed Thomas Fieldhouse erupted into a wild celebration. Ive been going there for the camps and everything since I was little.. He focused on his diet, conditioning and hydration in hopes of earning a spot in Lock Havens lineup someday. With only about a half-dozen wrestlers in the practice room, Waller walked in and asked Parker to come see him and asked him again what he weighed. The visiting Mountaineers improved to 10-5 overall with a 34-9 win. Fegley and No. Parker tried to explain that he was only six-tenths of a pound over from the previous day, despite eating and drinking as his diet plan instructed. Fry said Shoemaker was also interested in anything which had happened to any other wrestlers as far as physical or mental abuse. According to Parker, only the six or so wrestlers present in the practice room and an athletic trainer had witnessed the incident and Parker asked them not to tell authorities. View Full Bio. According to Parker, Waller said he didnt want to compete against his former wrestler. Neil Turner retired in 2002 as wrestling coach at Messiah College and returned to Lock Haven where he is still involved with club wrestling. Our Mission: To honor the sport of wrestling by preserving its history, recognizing extraordinary individual achievements, and inspiring future generations, 405 West Hall of Fame Avenue Taylor Jeffs is living his dream. Apr 29, 2023. LOCK HAVEN, PA Nationally-ranked Gable Strickland (Benton, Pa./Benton) won by pin and Nick Stonecheck (Alpharetta, Ga./Buford High School) posted an upset-victory as the Lock Haven University mens wrestling team closed the regular season at home Sunday versus West Virginia in non-conference dual action. Combat Sports. In that time, Ive learned, grown and achieved far more what I thought possible. Cookie Settings/Do Not Sell My Personal Information. Fry had primarily been considering Division III schools like Wilkes and Elizabethtown when Waller came calling toward the end of the 2009-2010 season. The material on this site may not be reproduced, distributed, transmitted, cached or otherwise used, except with the prior written permission of Advance Local. I fought for my guys and believed in my guys. The Biggest Shocks in WrestleMania History. He was assisted by former Penn State wrestlers Brad Pataky and Scott Moore, both of whom remain with the program. We and our partners use data for Personalised ads and content, ad and content measurement, audience insights and product development. So Parker found a home at East Stroudsburg, which was in its first year as a Division II program, for the fall semester in 2010. Waterloo, Iowa 50701 According to his mother, Deanna, the soon to be senior had several colleges contacting him. He was removed after seven months. However, hes leaning toward possibly fisheries biology or a degree that would help him become a park ranger. For the CDT. Anthony Caruso III is the Publisher of The Capital Sports Report. He was arrested and charged with aggravated assault and related offenses after an. Former Rogers High School wrestling coach Colton Looper was arrested on one charge of sexual assault. Parker never previously told anybody of the altercation between he and Waller, not even his mother. Waller didnt like the way Fry was wrestling during a practice in his redshirt freshman season in 2011-2012 and Waller allegedly yelled at him to get up and ride the stationary bikes, which are usually present in a wrestling practice room. ET and a sellout is expected. The Bald Eagles, who are led by Scott Moore, bring a pair of ranked wrestlers to State College. Career record as a head coach: 361 - 162 - 6, 1997 Outstanding Alumnus Award by Penn State Wrestling Boosters, Winning seasons 30 out of 35 years as a head coach. Join our mailing list to stay in the loop to stay informed, for free. Manzona Bryant IV. After all, his 14-6 major decision in the 285-pound match over Clarions Ty Bagoly lifted Lock Haven to an important 17-16 victory Jan. 22 against its longtime rival and Mid-American Conference foe. All Wrestling. Lock Haven University declined comment on the allegations, saying information regarding personnel cant be discussed or distributed. The offer from Waller couldnt have come at a better time, and despite the advice from an assistant coach within District 4 who told Fry not to go to a Division I school, Fry accepted the scholarship to Lock Haven. 133: #31 Gable Strickland (Lock Haven) pinned Jace Schafer (West Virginia) 4:28 / Tied 6-6 I would call home and tell my mom and my Godfather I dont want to wrestle anymore. Wrestlers, spectators or coaches that have any symptoms should not attend the event. Learning and understanding how to manage and operate a team is important, which helps to generate even more success on the mat. Combat Sports. Waller also said in his email he would be receiving a personal letter of recommendation as I pursue future collegiate coaching and other professional opportunities.. The (stuff) that went on, nobody cared, said Robbin Fry. I havent even thought about going back. LOCK HAVEN, PA - Nationally-ranked Gable Strickland (Benton, Pa./Benton) won by pin and Nick Stonecheck (Alpharetta, Ga./Buford High School) posted an upset-victory as the Lock Haven University men's wrestling team closed the regular season at home Sunday versus West Virginia in non-conference dual action. He lost a relatively close match to Olympian Jordan Burroughs in the U.S. Open and next will compete in the Rumble on the Rails at Grand Central Terminal in New York City May 15. Coach Turner started his coaching career in 1961 at Altoona Area School District. Fiorentino said in a statement at the time he wanted to, take the program in another direction. Upon the release from his contract, Waller said in an email to Lock Haven wrestling supporters that he was given no other reason for the change . He had spent all summer working out and talking with redshirt sophomore Jarred Kane, who was likely also going to be a 149-pound wrestler to start the season. When he isnt writing about sports, he is helping people become homeowners as a Loan Originator with a local mortgage broker. Kenn Marshall, spokesman for the State System of High Education of which Lock Haven is a part, declined comment on the number of lawsuits saying it is practice not to comment on pending litigation. Published Jan. 10, 2022 Updated Jan. 13, 2022. Hit or miss. 2023 Advance Local Media LLC. . We and our partners use cookies to Store and/or access information on a device. He was a hot and cold guy. We are excited to welcome John back to Buffalo, UB athletic director Danny White said in a school press release. He has been in the sports journalism field since 2002 and has covered numerous high-profile events, including 12 Heisman Trophy ceremonies. The final bout of the meet featured two of the nations best 285-pounders and it didnt disappoint. I told him I could be there in the morning, but I wouldnt be able to sustain it, Parker said. Sign in with Google. Reid then causally, or maybe tiredly, turned toward his team, flexed and pointed skyward. The material on this site may not be reproduced, distributed, transmitted, cached or otherwise used, except with the prior written permission of Advance Local. Not included in the six is the lawsuit athletic director Sharon E. Taylor on her own filed in December in Clinton County court that claims people who want her fired have disseminated defamatory misinformation through literature and radio broadcasts. Reid wowed the crowd with a 4-2 decision, but he did so with a torn rotator cuff and labrum in his right shoulder and a torn LCL in his right knee. Since 2011 and the Affordable Care Act premium can only be based on tobacco usage, category of insurance chosen, where they live, age and of dependents are covered. North Idaho College officials won't explain why they would fire a three-time national champion coach of a wrestling team that is ranked No. Lock Haven coach and former Penn State All-American Scott Moore coaches one of his wrestlers during the 2018 NCAA Wrestling Championships in Cleveland. Several current members of the Lock Haven wrestling team, who were either aware of the allegations or witnessed the incidents, declined comment. When Parker said he weighed in that day at 150.1, Waller grabbed him by back the back of his neck and the arm and smashed his face off the wall, said Parker. I owe a huge thank you to Scott Moore. A national search has begun to find Kellings replacement. Wrestling, Lock Haven University of Pennsylvania, Yearbook, All-American, Coach Page 106 from 1957 "Praeco" yearbook, with team photo including Robert Benson, Richard Confer, John Ellwood, Henry Shaw, Charles Goldthorp, Joseph Hammaker, Donald Gallucci, Philip Bock, text, photo of coach Jack More 1957 Yearbook Its great knowing one of your best guys is going out there to wrestle last, Moore said. Bout-by-Bout Results: 23 Michael Wolfgram of West Virginia edged out Isaac Reid (Saltsburg, Pa./Kiski), 6-4. It was so fast that I didnt even react, Parker said. Waller was understandably upset about Parkers request, but he conceded his seat to Lackey and Ware. Earlier this year, Pitt coach Rande Stottlemyer retired and will be replaced by Hershey High grad Jason Peters. Ever since he stepped onto the mat at the age of 5, he never felt he was going to leave the sport. Those competing Iran are Obe Blanc, Reece Humphrey, Kellen Russell, Kyle Dake, Keith Gavin, J.D. I think I just called home because I wanted a magical option out of nowhere. Fye was asked when he felt that he could see himself competing on the Division I level. Photo Courtesy of OU Athletics Website The school has mandated all students and employees get the vaccine. Overall, WVUs roster includes eight different wrestlers ranked in the latest NCAA Coaches Panel rankings. Lock Haven says it was cleared of any NCAA violations. Courtesy of Lock Haven Athletics - Link Matt Lackey, a former Division I national champion and the 2003 Big Ten Athlete of the Year, has been named Lock Haven's new head women's wrestling coach and he will serve as an assistant with the men's program. WVU closed the match with six straight wins and won the non-conference dual, 34-9. Baseball Baseball: Facebook Baseball: . Two LHU wrestlers qualified for the NCAAs through the EWL tournament. Its always just part of my life. Community Rules apply to all content you upload or otherwise submit to this site. F&M has sent nine qualifiers to the NCAA Tournament since his arrival in Lancaster, highlighted by Rick Durso '16 earning All-America honors in 2014. Reid was ranked No. Fry said Waller would often single out wrestlers and yell at them, telling them they were awful wrestlers, or pointing out who in the room was better than them. View Full Bio. When I beat Torsten in the semis, he called injury time just as I was about to get a takedown that would have won the match. Waller sent out an email Monday night addressed to alumni, friends and fans of Lock Haven to inform them he would no longer be the schools head wrestling coach. The university, in court documents, has denied claims in the suits but officials will not respond otherwise because the cases are pending. With calling a program your own, challenges will arise, but they will be good challengeslike building a system for his playersthat he looks forward to. Bob Kasarda. Those honored included: Ashton Eyler (Millersburg, Ohio/ Claymont High (Iowa Central CC)), Matt Maloney (Bethlehem, Pa./Bethlehem Liberty), Tyler Dilley (Saint Marys, Pa./Saint Marys), and Kollin Myers (Boiling Springs, Pa./Boiling Springs). Baker said she knew it was because of some kind of stress her son was dealing with, but he never told her of the preseason incident. Moore knows having a wrestler of Reids caliber also is a last match-advantage for Lock Haven. He said after the altercation, teammates told him the practice room was silent for the entire workout, and for the rest of his time with the team practices were always tense. Zach Rey. Five freshmen were in LHUs lineup this past season. The whole situation had soured Parker on wrestling. The wrestling team was the only mens team at Lock Haven this year to finish with a winning record (7-6). Parker had spent the fall gradually trying to drop weight to prepare himself to wrestle at 141 pounds for the 2009-2010 season. Community Rules apply to all content you upload or otherwise submit to this site. I didnt say anything to him. Wrestling just isnt fun anymore. I just didnt want to be there, and I didnt want to tell anyone why I didnt want to be there, Parker said. 1 on the InterMat Tournament Power Index (TPI), will host Lock . Their lone win came over the Lincoln (Pa.) Lions on Sept. 4. . Being through everything has changed my whole perspective, and I hope it can encourage others through tough times., 2023 Trib Total Media | All Rights Reserved, Lock Havens Isaac Reid, a Kiski Area grad, is ranked No. Kane and Parker wrestled off again prior to the Binghamton Open. 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It was also published on themat.com and he explained that he was told by university president Michael Fiorentino that the school wants to take the program in a different direction with no further explanation., Waller, a 1998 PIAA champ from Mt. With the loss, Lock Haven finished the season at 8-7 overall in dual action. He and his mother had gotten along with Waller during his time he recruited Fry. Copyright The Express | https://www.lockhaven.com | 9-11 W. Main Street, Lock Haven, PA 17745 | 570-748-6791. He packed up his locker and never competed for Lock Haven again, despite being nationally ranked. Some of our partners may process your data as a part of their legitimate business interest without asking for consent. -Navy Classic 4th of 18 teams (highest MAC team of 6 represented) -Three Wrestlers ranked in the Top 10 throughout the season. Ronnie Perry is now the assistant coach with the men's []
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