Kemdawg
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True warrior. Fighting through injuries and being a gamer in 2022 with only one arm.
Going to miss this dude in the Iowa singlet!!
Going to miss this dude in the Iowa singlet!!
Chief, thanks for posting the tribute threads.
Kemdawg wrestled his guts out this year. I have no doubt he will have success in whatever future endeavors he chooses. He was my favorite Hawk during his time in Iowa City. Thanks for all the hard work.
Kemdawg wrestled his guts out this year. I have no doubt he will have success in whatever future endeavors he chooses. He was my favorite Hawk during his time in Iowa City. Thanks for all the hard work.
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One of my favorites! I sure hope he stays in Iowa City and continues to compete and coach
What a warrior and the epitome of Iowa wrestling. I will miss him in an Iowa singlet. Thanks for the memories Kemdog!!
anyone else wish we could have all these seniors on staff? such great wrestlers and people.
Yeah, I was amazed by his scrambling in his match with Labiola. What a pleasure to watch. He is great representative for the Hawks.
I've been amazed at everything he has done since coming back against MN. That shoulder is a wreck and makes him a very limited wrestler. To place 4th at that meat grinder of a weight class is so impressive.
And it shows just how incredible Cory Clark's championship run was.
Gonna miss Kem, he's an all-timer and really helped change the course of Iowa wrestling!
3rd, 4th, 2nd, 4th. I would take a bucket load of those guys. Especially because Spencer said Kem was the leader on the team.
And, honestly, he seemed even better than that. Hell, he was better than that, but had the injury bug.
And, honestly, he seemed even better than that. Hell, he was better than that, but had the injury bug.
Great wrestler! Great person! He will be successful in whatever he does! If he coaches. I hope we find a place for him!
Head Coach, Spencer Lee, taking the 125 to 149 guys. Assistant Coach, Michael Kemmerer, taking the rest.
Talk about a coaching, recruiting, and PR dream!
Hidlay said Kem was the toughest guy in the room when interviewed after his win
Kem would be a top addition to the staff. His style is what the rest of the upper weights need.
My thoughts before the season started were that a healthy Spencer, Kemerer and Eierman(in that order) were our best chances to top the podium this weekend.
It became painfully obvious that Kemerer would need a miracle about a month ago when it was decided that he couldn't even attempt to put a ride on the top tier competition because of his shoulder. I feel horrible for him.
It became painfully obvious that Kemerer would need a miracle about a month ago when it was decided that he couldn't even attempt to put a ride on the top tier competition because of his shoulder. I feel horrible for him.
Hidlay is no dummy. Kem is a tough SOB.
Met Kem a couple years ago getting off a plane. He was flying back from PA after getting some medical attention. Incredibly humble and exactly the type of guy you hope your kids turn into.
Thanks for the memories Kem and best of luck with whatever tomorrow holds.
Thanks for the memories Kem and best of luck with whatever tomorrow holds.
Never heard a bad word about Kem, even from rival fans and opponents. That says all you need to know about the kid. It’s very rare to be able to say that about someone on or off the mat. Tremendous career and he will undoubtedly have a very successful career. He’s a special kinda person.
He is a guy that could credibly teach all three positions. I think he might wrestle and finish the quad and move on to take over the world. He would be a great coach though.
I’ve had the same shoulder injury and what kem dog has done with it is incredible. We all saw what he tried to do extending it at big tens and he couldn’t do it. What a damn stud wrestling at a high level. He’s had to change his style because of it and I have nothing but respect for what he has done for the program.
Saw where Hidlay said he is hanging up the shoes. I think he has also dealt with a lot of injuries. I really like the Hidlays.
Other than Spencer, Kem is the best scrambler in a long time for Iowa. He could help a lot with some things we need to get better at as a team. That is for sure, but has Kem ever said he wants to coach? I think he would be a good one. Injuries robbed him of a lot over his career, that much is for sure.
Don't know if I've ever seen a guy with a better combination of physical strength, pure guts, and technical skill as Kem. Add to that his humbleness and great attitude and he's easily in my top-5 all-time favorite Iowa wrestlers. What a future for this guy.
I started to really watch/follow Iowa wrestling Kem’s freshman year when he was 157. I picked him as my guy to follow. The ride is finally over but what a ride it was. So much respect for him. I was in Carver for that Hall match and I’ll never forget it.
Thank you Kemdawg/Grandpa Mike!
Thank you Kemdawg/Grandpa Mike!
Kemm, I salute you! The way you represent the sport, your team, and especially yourself is second to none. You fought injury for years and never used it as an excuse. I'd love to shake your hand. Well done. I wish you all the success in life.
There isn't another Iowa guy I rooted more for. The kid has had a phenomenal decade of success that only ended in one title. His grit is special.
Chief, I always respect your opinion and enjoy your takes but Trent consistently moves to the edge and wrestles OOB. Hayden was fun to watch but IMO - Trent, not so much.
One of the greatest scramblers in all of Iowa's history. My favorite scramble of all was when Hall through him to his back, but it was Kem who ended up with the two! And, wow, did he develop heavy hips. I was hoping for a Cory Clark moment this year, but, alas, he was denied.
