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Jets Wrestling 2009-10

2009-10 Jets Wrestling News

WR: Bulldogs Top Jets, 23-19

Scott Nuss - 2/8/2010 4:20:24 PM

The Newman wrestling team competed at Truman State this past Friday night, but lost in a close dual against the Bulldogs 23-19. Mitch Arnold picked up Newman's only pin of the dual.

WR: Jets Upset Mules, 24-21

Scott Nuss - 2/4/2010 10:06:13 AM

The Newman wrestling team closed out the home portion of its dual season in style, picking up a 24-21 in over Central Missouri Wednesday night inside Fugate Gymnasium. The Mules have been ranked all season, but are receiving votes in this week's National Wrestling Coaches Association poll.

WR: Jets Fifth at Kansas Cup

Scott Nuss - 2/1/2010 2:52:41 PM

Blake Fisher's third place finish in 133 weight class was just one of the many highlights for the Newman wrestling team at the First Annual Kansas Cup Sunday inside Newman's Fugate Gymnasium.

WR: Jets Compete at UCM

Scott Nuss - 1/26/2010 3:53:52 PM

Brothers Blake and Brent Fisher each posted 3-1 marks, but the Newman wrestling team couldn't put together a win in last weekend's Central Missouri Dual Jamboree, hosted by the University of Central Missouri in Warrensburg, Mo.

WR: FHSU Sweeps Jets, 43-0

Scott Nuss - 1/19/2010 9:56:22 PM

The Newman wrestling team dropped it's second-consecutive home dual Tuesday, suffering a 43-0 shutout to in-state rival Fort Hays State inside Fugate Gymnasium.

WR: Jets Post First Dual Win in Texas

Scott Nuss - 1/19/2010 1:49:59 PM

The Newman wrestling team picked up its first dual wins of the season last weekend at the Lone Star Duals in Arlington, Texas. After falling to two teams tied for third in the national polls (Nebraska-Kearney and Central Oklahoma), the Jets picked up wins over NCAA Div. II foe New Mexico Highlands, and NCWA foes Texas-Arlington and Texas-A&M.

WR: Jets Place at Hastings

Scott Nuss - 1/15/2010 12:59:30 PM

Tyler Hasenbank's third-place finish in the 184 lb. bracket highlighted Newman's appearance at the Quality Hotels Invitational on Jan. 10 in Hastings, Neb. Hasenbank posted a 4-1 record in his bracket, falling only to the eventual champion in the semifinals.

Wrestlers Compete at FHSU

Scott Nuss - 12/7/2009 9:34:20 AM

The Newman wrestling team once again found itself among elite competition at the Bob Smith Open, which was held Saturday at Gross Memorial Coliseum in Hays, Kan. Trae Treleaven and brothers Blake and Brent Fisher were the only Newman wrestlers to finish with winning records at the event.

No. 11 Beavers Top Jets, 31-9

Scott Nuss - 12/3/2009 9:38:59 AM

Austin Workman defeated the third-ranked junior college wrestler in the nation, but it wasn't enough to lift Newman past No. 11 Pratt Community College, falling 31-9 to the Beavers Wednesday night inside Fugate Gymnasium.

Wrestling Hosts Pratt Wednesday

Scott Nuss - 12/1/2009 2:29:30 PM

Newman University will hold its first wrestling dual of the 2009-10 season Wednesday evening when Pratt Community College pays a visit to Fugate Gymnasium for a 7 p.m. dual match. The event will be Newman's first dual competition of the season, and they will be put to the test early against the Beavers, who are ranked No. 11 in the latest NJCAA National Poll.

Arnold Defeats Ranked Opponent

Scott Nuss - 11/15/2009 7:11:01 PM

The Newman wrestling team faced its toughest competition of the season this weekend at the UCM Open, hosted by the University of Central Missouri.

Wrestling Opens at Labette

Scott Nuss - 11/9/2009 3:23:18 PM

Eight Jets earned top-four finishes at the Labette Takedown Tournament last weekend at Labette Community College in Parsons, Kan. James Fox led the Jets, earning top honors in the 144 lb. class.

2009-10 Wrestling Preview

Scott Nuss - 9/22/2009 9:29:57 AM

To say that anticipation is high in the Newman wrestling program would be an understatement. Second year head coach Ryan Smith has assembled a 20-man roster that he feels can lead the Jets to a successful outing at the NCAA Division II National Tournament.

Wrestling T-Shirts On Sale Now

Scott Nuss - 8/29/2009 5:17:59 PM

The Newman wrestling team is selling t-shirts to prepare for the upcoming season. The white, short-sleeved t-shirts feature the traditional "NU" logo, with "Tradition...Starts Today" on the back.

Wrestlers Fall Short at Regionals

Brian Petrotta - 3/1/2009 9:45:42 PM

Kirksville, Mo. – Newman University wrestler Isaac Wall fell just short of qualifying for the NCAA Tournament in his first year of DII competition. Wall posted two wins at the Region 2 Tournament held at Truman State University Sunday.

Trilli Lifts "Interim" From Smith's Title

Brian Petrotta - 2/24/2009 3:43:55 PM

Wichita, Kan. – As the Newman University wrestling team prepares for its first NCAA Division II Regional Tournament, Newman Athletics Director Vic Trilli announced he has lifted the “interim” tag from Head Coach Ryan Smith’s title.

UCO Match Cancelled Due to Weather

Brian Petrotta - 2/10/2009 5:07:12 PM

Tuesday's wrestling dual at the University of Central Oklahoma was cancelled due to severe weather in the area. Earlier this afternoon a tornado touched down and the threat of continued severe weather led to the cancellation.

Jets Battle Injuries in Weekend Matches

Brian Petrotta - 2/9/2009 11:39:42 AM

Missouri – The Newman University wrestling team continued to battle injuries and wrestle short-handed in matches at Central Missouri State and at the Missouri Valley Open in Marshall, Mo. Mitch Arnold and Isaac Wall both put in strong weekends before each succumbed to the injury bug.

Pratt Clips Newman in Fugate

Brian Petrotta - 2/1/2009 5:06:21 PM

Wichita, Kan. – The Newman University wrestling team hosted its only home match of the year but competed with three open weight classes and dropped a 27-21 decision to Pratt Community College Sunday afternoon.

Jet Wrestlers Go 1-2 at UCM

Brian Petrotta - 1/25/2009 7:59:42 PM

Warrensburg, Mo. – The Newman University wrestling team defeated Truman State before dropping two other duals in the University of Central Missouri Dual Jamboree this weekend.

Wall - Male Athlete of the Week

Brian Petrotta - 1/21/2009 2:37:46 PM

Wrestler Isaac Wall was named the Newman University Male Athlete of the Week for Jan. 13-19, 2009. It is the second weekly honor for Wall this year.

Ft. Hays Hits A Wall; NU Falls in Dual

Brian Petrotta - 1/17/2009 4:10:05 PM

Hays, Kan. – Isaac Wall posted Newman’s lone win in a 43-6 defeat at the Fort Hays Dual Saturday. The Jets gave up 12 points due to two open weight classes as a result of injury.

Wall Returns w/ 1st Place Finish

Brian Petrotta - 1/13/2009 12:34:19 PM

Hastings, Neb. – Isaac Wall returned to the mat for the Newman University wrestling team and made an immediate impact with a First Place finish at the Hastings Quality Hotel Open over the weekend.

Shorthanded Jets Struggle at UNK

Brian Petrotta - 12/16/2008 12:43:08 PM

Kearney, Neb. – Josh Fansler won three matches to lead the Newman wrestling team at the University of Nebraska-Kearny Open over the weekend.

Injury Bug Slows Jets in Hays

Brian Petrotta - 12/7/2008 7:48:10 PM

Fort Hays, Kan. – Injuries sabotaged an encouraging day for the Newman University wrestling team at the Bob Smith Open, hosted by Fort Hays State.

Freshmen Make Mark in Omaha

Brian Petrotta - 11/23/2008 5:27:16 PM

Omaha, Neb. – Two Newman University freshman wrestlers placed at the prestigious Kaufman-Brand Open, hosted by the University of Nebraska-Omaha. Pete Tapia (Winfield, Kan.) and Mitch Arnold (Wichita, Kan.) placed 5th and 6th in their respective weight classes to lead Newman over the weekend.

Fansler - Male Athlete of the Week

Brian Petrotta - 11/20/2008 3:49:47 PM

Wrestler Josh Fansler was named the Newman University Male Athlete of the Week for Nov. 17.

Fansler Paces Jets at CMSU

Brian Petrotta - 11/18/2008 10:46:34 AM

Warrensburg, Mo. – Josh Fansler led the Newman University wrestlers with a 5-2 record at the Central Missouri State Open. His performance was good for a fifth place finish as the Jets put together a solid performance in a difficult tournament.

Wall - Male Athlete of the Week

Brian Petrotta - 11/12/2008 2:56:08 PM

Isaac Wall was named the Newman University men’s athlete of the week for Nov. 10.

Wrestlers Come Back at Pratt

Brian Petrotta - 11/9/2008 8:23:32 PM

Pratt, Kan. – The Newman University wrestling team battled back from a 12-0 deficit due to two open weight classes to defeat Pratt Community College 26-19. Of the eight matches wrestled, the Jets lost only twice.

Wall Leads Jets in Opener

514 - 11/3/2008 2:16:42 PM

Contributed by Sports Information Director Brian Petrotta

Colby, Kan. – The Newman University wrestlers kicked off the 2008-09 season with a strong showing at the Daniel Cormier Open Tournament, hosted by Colby Community College. Isaac Wall defended his national ranking with a first place finish.

Two Jets Nationally Ranked

514 - 11/3/2008 1:17:29 PM

Contributed by Sports Information Director Brian Petrotta

Wichita, Kan. – Newman University’s wrestling program was welcomed into NCAA Division II competition with two athletes earning national rankings. Isaac Wall (125 lbs.) and Josh Fansler (197 lbs.) were both recognized this week by the NCAA Division II Wrestling Coaches Association.

Change in Coaching Staff

514 - 9/8/2008 8:41:57 AM

Contributed by Director of Editorial Services Ken Arnold

Wichita, Kan. – Newman University officials announced today that Head Wrestling Coach Mark Stovall has resigned to take a position with the Heartspring School in Wichita for special needs children. Newman Assistant Wrestling Coach Ryan Smith has been promoted to the head coaching position on a one-year interim basis. The change in coaching leadership is effective immediately.