Well if you think my presence will make that much of an impact I guess I will make the trip down, thank you
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I never went to the Midlands when it was at NW…went 3 times where they are currently holding it at Hoffman Estates. The location is fairly close to O’Hare (cheaper to fly to) and in an area with a lot of hotels within driving distance. There is one hotel within walking distance IIRC. It’s also got a Cabelas right by it. Other than one or two restaurants, you have to drive to get to anywhere else for food. This means you either have to drive or rent a car.
I don’t know if you have been to the venue in Coralville but they have 3 large hotels within walking distance and I believe one is connected to it. The IRL has a lot of food, shopping, and places to drink between rounds. Most are right across the street from the Arena. If flying in, you really don't have to rent a car.
I haven't been to the Scuffle so I don't know the logistics at UTC.
I never went to the Midlands when it was at NW…went 3 times where they are currently holding it at Hoffman Estates. The location is fairly close to O’Hare (cheaper to fly to) and in an area with a lot of hotels within driving distance. There is one hotel within walking distance IIRC. It’s also got a Cabelas right by it. Other than one or two restaurants, you have to drive to get to anywhere else for food. This means you either have to drive or rent a car.
I don’t know if you have been to the venue in Coralville but they have 3 large hotels within walking distance and I believe one is connected to it. The IRL has a lot of food, shopping, and places to drink between rounds. Most are right across the street from the Arena. If flying in, you really don't have to rent a car.
I haven't been to the Scuffle so I don't know the logistics at UTC.
gonna be a uphill climb for SS to become a top tourney with major teams already committing to others, but it’s a start.
This may be blasphemy to Northwestern fans, but if Midlands continues to decline or stagnate and SS gets stronger, I could foresee Midlands Soldier Salute merging at some point. Iowa and Northwestern co-host and share receipts. One big tournament again vs. two small ones. Better competition, better venue, probably more revenue, half the cost.
Anyone know when brackets come out so we can see who’s competing?? Also, someone mentioned wanting to see Block, but doubt that happens if he’s recovering from ACL surgery.
Mizzou is showing 16 registered for SS and 2 registered for Midlands. I know things can change quickly, however, it looks good for SS. Neb has 16, Navy 14, Oregon St. 11, ISU 10. Purdue looks to be split between the two tournaments with 10 at each.
Plus i think other programs dont want to see anything hawk related prosper. For whatever reason. With NW or chatt their programs arent us nationally, historically or successful. Jmo
If Mizzou, Nebby, Navy and Oreg St send starters, were looking good. Will make it much more competitive. Personally, I doubt we see ISU starters out of that 10 but that would likely put it as a must see tournament if they did.
Come on Ryder, throw on that big ole Hawkeye knee brace. Excuses are for, well you know.
Alot of nice matchups. Schreiver and Teske will likely be for starter going forward. I dont really care to see Ferrari v VV again, just let me know who won with a 3rd period takedown. I think theyre pretty even and Brands will go with Ferrari, VV just cant finish a takedown against good wrestlers. PK against either Cali or Arnold is the one I dont want to miss, that will be good stuff if PK is getting his lungs.
That would be a big change as currently the Iowa wrestling program does not run the Soldier Salute. It is run by the Iowa City Sports commission and the beneficiaries are the USO and women’s wrestling. It exists with Iowa’s endorsement, blessing, and commitment but it isn’t directly tied to the program. I believe this is different from Midlands which is run by jNW.
This also makes it easier to swallow for opposing teams who are concerned about something benefitting Iowa.
I think attendance is very attractive to non Iowa wrestlers in that they get to preform in front of a loud crowd with lots of excitement.
Would he have to have been on a descent plan from the last week he weighed in at 174?
Im sure but dont know what he weighed for the Columbia meet or what the plan is. I like the old ways when you could go to the YMCA the night before and workout in the sauna in plastic sweats and drop 10 pounds if needed.
Tom said a few weeks ago that was the plan. He also weighed in light for Columbia
SS is going to overtake midlands. I’ve heard a few college coaches say they prefer it over midlands.
A lot of people on here are judging the SS off of just 1 tournament. Gotta let it grow. Plus if the people that talk a big game actually want their shot at Iowa, here they are. Open to everyone and anyone is welcome.
I think some of the posters on here were never wrestlers. They quit on something too easily.
If ever there was a year where the Hawks need a tournament like the Soldier Salute to work things out, this is it. A descent amount of D-1 competition, some D-1 backups and some in room competition. Rough B10 schedule on the horizon, time to get ready!
One big improvement over the Midlands new location would be to charge less than $10 for stale nachos with luke warm cheese. Food prices, which I doubt Northwestern has little or no say over, are ridiculous.
General admission, and there’s not a bad seat in the house. No need to arrive early.
Can you buy tickets at the door? Need a couple things to fall into place to make it work.
A lot of wrestling folks were talking about how well organized plus the amenities after last year’s tourney.
Yeah sounds like we’re sending 24 guys. Assuming most, if not all starters.
Listed on trackwrestling, the headings are off but the number to the right of the abbreviations is the number of wrestlers currently registered.
Team | Season Team | Abbr | Count | Points | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | Bellarmine, KY | Bellarmine, KY (GET) | BU | 24 | 0.0 | |
1 | Columbia, NY | Columbia, NY (GET) | COL | 10 | 0.0 | |
1 | Iowa State, IA | Iowa State, IA (GET) | ISU | 12 | 0.0 | |
1 | Iowa, IA | Iowa, IA (GET) | IOWA | 27 | 0.0 | |
1 | Minnesota, MN | Minnesota, MN (GET) | MINN | 23 | 0.0 | |
1 | Missouri, MO | Missouri, MO (GET) | MIZZ | 14 | 0.0 | |
1 | Navy Academy Prep School, RI | No Match (GET) | NAPS | 2 | 0.0 | |
1 | Navy, MD | Navy, MD (GET) | NAVY | 13 | 0.0 | |
1 | Nebraska, NE | Nebraska, NE (GET) | NEB | 10 | 0.0 | |
1 | North Carolina, NC | North Carolina, NC (GET) | UNC | 15 | 0.0 | |
1 | Northern Iowa, IA | Northern Iowa, IA (GET) | UNI | 14 | 0.0 | |
1 | Oregon State, OR | Oregon State, OR (GET) | ORST | 2 | 0.0 | |
1 | Purdue, IN | Purdue, IN (GET) | PUR | 0 | 0.0 | |
1 | South Dakota State, SD | South Dakota State, SD (GET) | SDSU | 15 | 0.0 | |
1 | Unattached, NY | No Match (GET) | UNAT | 6 | 0.0 | |
1 | Virginia, VA | Virginia, VA (GET) | UVA | 0 | 0.0 | |
1 | VMI, VA | VMI, VA (GET) | VMI | 11 | 0.0 | |
1 | Wyoming, WY | Wyoming, WY (GET) | WYO | 17 | 0.0 |
If nothing else, looks to be a much bigger field this year.
Hopefully Perdue, O st and Navy bring up those entries. This is going to be a very solid tournament this year, hopefully it keeps gaining steam. In a few more years this could very easily be the top in season tournament.
Not sure if you can get them at the door. They’re easy to buy online in any case.
From a Flo article about Nelson Brands:
Brands hopes the tournament could help solidify Iowa’s lineup heading into the final three months of the season.
Soldier Salute Lineup
Brands said he expected 27 Iowa wrestlers, including three who will wrestle unattached, will compete in this weekend’s Soldier Salute in Coralville.Brands hopes the tournament could help solidify Iowa’s lineup heading into the final three months of the season.
Is the SS an open where any can enter? Like a guy possibly enrolling 2nd semester but not yet at school.
