Much like I did on Tuesday with Ramos, I got a chance to talk to McDonough this week as well. Hope you guys enjoy his interview
http://iawrestle.com/2015/06/04/matt-mcdonough/
http://iawrestle.com/2015/06/04/matt-mcdonough/
McDonough ready to go the distance in Madison
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I'm not sure yet who's game is better for freestyle. I'm thinking maybe Matts is. Is love for our world team to be as competitive as possible, so that's how I'll decide who to root for.
I like both guys and may the best man win. Always assumed Matt would do better after college days, but then came his injury and surgery, and it seemed hard to imagine coming back after that. He has in spades and that's great to see. Then Tony comes from "back of the pack" and wins the US Open his first year out of college and gets the #1 ranking. Nice to have two stars from Iowa's program.
As far as the transition to FS, I'm no expert, but it seems like Tony has better defense, and doesn't give up his legs as much as McD.
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While there is the potential for the crotch lift it's importance in freestyle is vastly overstated especially at the high levels. When guys get in on the legs at the highest levels you rarely see and actual lift performed. Mostly just jockeying for position while the shooter tries to keep his hips low.
Matt's opponents have had a tendency to score in bunches against him which is something he needs to limit.
Matt's opponents have had a tendency to score in bunches against him which is something he needs to limit.
Happy birthday to the Hawk whose legs were the easiest to get in on in history - Randy Lewis.
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