Happy January. We’ve entered the second half of the wrestling season, which means we’re going to open today’s mailbag with a quick look back at the first half.
For each of the Big Three — Iowa, Iowa State and Northern Iowa, if this is your first mailbag — we’re going to list some highlights, look at what’s coming and offer a grade.
Feel free to disagree with me, if you feel so inclined. These are just my quick thoughts. Or maybe you’ll agree.
Iowa
Highlights
- 4-0 in duals, in which the Hawkeyes won by an average of 28 points;
- Team title at 57th Ken Kraft Midlands Championships, which included a new tournament scoring record and five individual champions;
- All 10 presumed starters are currently ranked in the top 10 at their respective weights, including nine in the top five;
- Unanimous No.