Ryne Cokeley was the 5 seed, scored more team points than anyone in the tournament, pinned the CO State Champion and pinned senior Jesse Barber in the finals and doesn't win Outstanding Wrestler?
Chief should you not provide a disclaimer and disclose your close relationship with the Cokeley.
The time has come for Kansan's to take a hard look at how OW's are awarded.
Inasmuch as I was not in attendance I can not speak to the Outstanding Wrestler award but I do have complete confidence in the coaches who vote on the award and know they undoubtedly have more credibility than an armchair quarterback.
The time has come for Kansan's to take a hard look at how OW's are awarded.
And do we need any guidance from a transplanted Oklahoman who has made claim to be from SE Kansas? Eric, simply put, you lack the credibility to offer any suggestions.
Do we really want a popularity contest or do we want the best wrestler on that day recognized for a job well done?
Max Ortega, who I have personally seen wrestle on several occasions, entered the tournament with a 36-0 record, pinned his first three (3)opponents and defeated Jake Snider, a defending Class 5A Colorado state champion from Ponderosa High School.
Outstanding Wrestler credentials from my armchair quarterback position.
KUDOS to Ryne Cokeley for an outstanding tournament!
