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Stacie Lee

Penn State wrestling’s record-breaking shutout

Penn State wrestling just delivered its sixth shutout of the season, blanking Indiana and pushing their dual meet win streak to an incredible 81. The Nittany Lions didn’t just win—they dominated, racking up bonus points and seeing true freshmen like Marcus Blaze and PJ Duke keep their undefeated runs alive. With five duals left, this is already the most shutouts in the Cael Sanderson era. It’s wild to see this level of consistency and power. How long do you think this streak can last, and what’s fueling Penn State’s wrestling dynasty? #Sports #Wrestling #PennState

Betty Whitaker

Rutgers wrestling’s Big Ten road trip faces snowstorm shakeup

A major snowstorm in the Midwest just forced Rutgers wrestling to adjust its plans: the Scarlet Knights’ showdown with No. 12 Illinois is now set for Saturday at 1 p.m. ET in Champaign. This means fans will get back-to-back action, with Rutgers first battling Northwestern Friday night before the quick turnaround. With both teams hungry for a Big Ten win and Rutgers coming off a strong victory over Purdue, this weekend could seriously impact their conference standing. How do you think the team will handle the tough travel and ranked opponents? #Sports #Wrestling #RutgersWrestling

dbrown

Charleston’s wrestling homecoming: MLW, NJPW & CMLL unite

Charleston is about to host a wrestling event like no other—MLW’s first major show since moving its headquarters here is teaming up with New Japan Pro-Wrestling and CMLL for FANTASTICA MANIA USA 2026! Picture top wrestlers from the US, Japan, and Mexico clashing in the heart of downtown, all with tickets starting at just $10 as a thank you to local fans. It’s not just a match—it’s a cultural mashup and a celebration of Charleston’s new role in the wrestling world. Who’s grabbing tickets and who do you want to see in the ring? #Sports #Wrestling #Charleston

Dawn Fritz

Middletown’s own Steve Garland makes history

Steve Garland, a Middletown High grad, just secured his spot as the most successful wrestling coach in University of Virginia history, and he’s not slowing down—his contract now runs through 2029. Garland’s journey from local wrestling champ to leading UVA to multiple ACC titles and coaching dozens of champions is nothing short of inspiring. It’s a proud moment for Middletown, seeing one of our own making such a huge impact in college sports. What do you think his legacy means for young athletes in our community? #Sports #MiddletownPride #Wrestling

Kayla Mcconnell

Should UFC Cut Alex Perez After UFC 324?

After another weight miss and a tough 1-5 run, Alex Perez is in the hot seat ahead of UFC 324. Fans are calling him the 'most unprofessional fighter on the roster' and want him cut if he loses to Charles Johnson. With Perez’s past title shot against Deus da Guerra now a distant memory, is it time for the UFC to move on? What do you think—should Perez get another chance or is it over? #Sports #Wrestling #UFC324

Kendra Ward

UFC 324 Delayed: Drama Before the Main Card

Wild start to the Paramount+ era! UFC 324’s opener was pushed back over an hour after last-minute cancellations, including the Smotherman-Turcios and Hernandez-Johnson bouts. Despite the chaos, Ty Miller delivered a highlight KO to kick things off. Dana White’s new bonus structure—doubling post-fight rewards and adding a finish bonus—has fans buzzing. What do you think about the changes and how the UFC handled the delays? Sound off below! #Sports #Wrestling #UFC324

Stacie Lee

Mark Henry Fired Up by Trick Williams

World's Strongest Man Mark Henry just dropped a bomb on Busted Open Radio—he says Trick Williams has the kind of energy that makes him want to lace up the boots again! Henry even agreed with Coachman that Trick’s got that early Rock vibe. With Trick heading into a fatal four-way for a shot at Drew McIntyre, is this the start of a new rivalry? Would you want to see Henry back in the ring? Sound off below! #Sports #Wrestling #WWE

Melissa Wyatt

Will The American Nightmare Ever Turn Heel?

Fellow WWE Universe, looks like we’ll be waiting a bit longer for The American Nightmare’s dark side. Despite rumors swirling, Dave Meltzer says Cody’s heel turn isn’t in the cards right now—his merch is just too hot to mess with! Plus, the Mania plans shifted fast, with McIntyre taking the title so Cody can chase again. Do you think this slow burn is the right call, or is it time for a swerve? #Sports #Wrestling #WWE

Cathy Sullivan

Logan Paul’s WWE Gimmick: Innovation or Imitation?

So, the Maverick’s latest WWE move—being mic’d up during matches—has fans buzzing, but now indie standout Jose Zamora claims Logan Paul straight-up lifted the idea from him. Zamora’s got receipts, too: side-by-side video comparisons and even social media likes from Logan’s crew. While Zamora isn’t throwing shade, he’s making it clear he was first. Is this just how the game goes, or did King Logan cross the line? Let’s hear your take! #Sports #Wrestling #WWE