The mission of the Lehigh Wrestling Club is to support Lehigh wrestling and promote the fan wrestling experience. Wright, Pat Wilt, Caden Understandably, though. The NCAA qualifier for all 14 Big Ten teams, the two-day event takes . Smiths fourth-ranked Cowboys had just finished off a 26-9 win over No. Morning Call reporter Nick Fierro can be reached at 610-778-2243 or nfierro@mcall.com. He loved to teach, whether it was wrestling, fishing or woodworking, and was good at it. Greg lived an amazing life and accomplished so much. Smith had a stern message for his team after the victory that improved OSUs record to 10-0. The Lehigh Valley, national and international wrestling communities were stunned Thursday evening by the news that former Lehigh University wrestling coach Greg Strobel had died. Wrestling team focuses on improvement heading into EIWA Championships, Lehigh softball upsets Alabama on the road, Liquor license denied for a potential university pub. All rights reserved (About Us). The 40th annual event is March 14, at Eastons 25th Street Gym. You will be missed. And its OK. We need to move forward from it. (Mike); Peritore, Joseph F. (Joe) / Wrestling / 1967, F6092], Lehigh Photographs Collection, Special Collections, Lehigh University Libraries, Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, Third Photograph: Mike Caruso wrestling Fehrs in the NCAA finals A great honor to share with you one of the greatest moments in NCAA history and your first National Champion Nazareth Alum Rob Rohn.RIP Coach Strobel pic.twitter.com/qafAp7GJcX. Davis, Killian Subscribe The news of Gregs passing is shocking and difficult to process, mostly because Greg was so full of life and optimism and energy, perhaps more so than anyone I have ever known, Sterrett said. Moore, Drew From current Lock Haven wrestler and Liberty graduate: RIP Greg Strobel, one of the smartest minds in wrestling, and also one of the nicest people you will ever meet. STILLWATER Oklahoma State coach John Smith was still steaming by the time he made the walk from the north side of Gallagher-Iba Arena, where the wrestling room is, to the south side, where he held his post-match press conference on Sunday afternoon. [Group portrait / Caruso, Michael J. Enter your email address to receive notifications of each new posts by email. Ensure that evaluation activities implemented in the region follow accepted best practice and reach the highest levels of quality possible in design, implementation, analysis and reporting. He sent his condolences to his family as they mourn his passing. Strobels impact was significant: Serving as head coach from 1995 to 2008, his time at Lehigh included five straight EIWA Championships from 2002 to 2006. ), Lost an incredibly great man today. RIP Coach Greg Strobel . Get a little fight out there, and we just did the minimum, Smith said. The competition and rivalries formed during the 1950's and 1960's propelled the Lehigh Valley to be recognized as one of the best areas for wrestling in the country! Former Lehigh head wrestling coach and administrator Greg Strobel died Thursday at 68. Taylor, Paul Itinerary 2:00 p.m. Event starts 3:00 p.m. Coach's remarks Alumni Contact Craig Franklin '87 caf@trichord-inc.com Staff Contact Brittany Erdman bee221@lehigh.edu Event Details Video Below: Interviews conducted by the group Academic Image with Mike Caruso and others about Grace Hall, "The Snake Pit". Support BRCs development of strategic plans at regional level. Griffin, Connor Even after his retirement, Strobel was a friendly and welcoming part of the Lehigh scene and played a significant role in the Lehigh athletic department. Davis, 12-2, HWT: Jordan Wood, Lehigh, dec. Luke Surber, 6-0. Lehigh University But not because they both wrestled for. Call Number. Newsweek. He was a great mentor, coach, and friend. The Cowboys got off to a strong start, with 125-pounder Trevor Mastrogiovanni earning a 5-1 decision over Lehighs Jaret Lane, which was followed by Fixs pin. Hes trying to get you to wrestle the best you can.. But it wasn't enough to cool Smith's frustrations. The PM reports to the BRC Programme Coordinator in Ukraine and will be part of an inclusive and creative team where opinions and ideas are valued. Watkins, Jack The Programme Manager (PM) works as part of the British Red Cross Society (BRC) in Ukraine and will design and implement programmes in close partnership with the Kyiv City Branch of Ukrainian Red Cross Society (URCS). 1999 - 2004. Weve still got a while until Big 12s and nationals, but being prepared for these matches coming up and making statements against those guys can do a lot for the team come Big 12s and nationals., An easy guy to coach:Stillwaters Sam Smith adding to family wrestling legacy, chasing another state title, 125: Trevor Mastrogiovanni, OSU, dec. Jaret Lane, 5-1, 133: Daton Fix, OSU, pinned Malyke Hines, 1:34, 141: Carter Young, OSU, dec. Connor McGonagle, 5-4, 149: Kaden Gfeller, OSU, dec. Paul Watkins, 5-1, 157: Josh Humphreys, Lehigh, dec. Wyatt Sheets, 7-3, 165: Brian Meyer, Lehigh, dec. Jalin Harper, 2-0, 174: Dustin Plott, OSU, dec. Jake Logan, 5-3, 184: Dakota Geer, OSU, maj. dec. A.J. Working closely with the URCS Programme Manager, plan, implement and report on BraVo Programme activities in Kyiv City Branch activities, with a focus on resource mobilisation, fundraising and communications. document.getElementById("comment").setAttribute( "id", "a53675153beb520dc13c380425f1f222" );document.getElementById("df88cf019f").setAttribute( "id", "comment" ); Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Hempstead, NY - With the Eastern Intercollegiate Wrestling Association Championships this weekend at the University of Pennsylvania, the conference announced the tournament pre-seeds today. I admired him from that moment, I knew what a leader and mentor looked like. Efforts will focus on high-quality programs, ensuring they are relevant, effective, and efficient, and positioned to receive funding in a sustainable way. Craig A. Franklin '87, President, Lehigh Wrestling Club. Ive been too soft on this group. His resilience and strength through a successful battle with cancer a few years ago, and then the loss of his wife Donna less than a year ago, were profound examples to everyone who knew him of the power of faith and a positive attitude.. Trying to get out of matches without maybe some matches we didnt even score points.. Outstanding wrestler awards will be presented a competitor on each team in honor of long-time event supporters Jack Logic (District 11) and Mike Moore (New Jersey). The Cowboys had three bonus-point victories, with Daton Fix pinning his opponent 1:34 into the 133-pound match, and Dakota Geer (184) and A.J. The 1950s was marked by a decisive national strength of the Eastern Conference along with the debut of coach Gerry Leeman, a past NCAA champion and Olympian. [Group portrait / Caruso, Michael J. Former Lehigh All-American Thad Turner debuted as coach. Coaching alongside him was one of my biggest honors. Turner returned to his alma mater in 1970-71. Smith used the word minimum in describing the effort of several of his wrestlers on Sunday, but acknowledged that his disappointment centers around their intensity on the mat, not their talent. Hoose, Josh Assure timely and accurate reporting of all activities and elements of programs as required by donors, partners and other stakeholders. Humphreys, Elijah Wrestling lost a great one. Rey, Evan Subscribe to our newsletter to receive weekly updates and career advice. His legacy as an extraordinarily distinguished coach, educator and mentor is secure in the hearts of so many associated with Lehigh, many of whom are today sadly mourning the unexpected passing of a friend.. But OSU went into a lull from that point, including back-to-back losses at 157 and 165, where Jalin Harper was wrestling up a weight class in place of injured starter Travis Wittlake. He was a great mentor coach, and friend.. In coordination with BRC and URCS PMEAL (Planning, Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability and Learning colleagues, ensure coordination of program reviews, including field visits and internal and external evaluations. The PM will monitor implementation of British Red Cross funded initiatives and ensure compliance with internal processes, standards, rules, and regulations. Rogers, Tate Current wrestling head coach Pat Santoro said in the Lehigh News article that Strobel was a friend and mentor to him. Storm, Tyler Lehigh wrestling coach Pat Santoro (right) embraces Darian Cruz after Cruz's victory in the NCAA 125-pound championship match. The PM will support on strategy development, operational planning, and programme cycle management with the branch team and with support from the British Red Cross team in Ukraine. Lehigh Wrestling 1990-2014: Rebuilding and Triumphs. But we had a little bit of a tendency to do the bare minimum. For more information, contact. I will miss not having him next to me on the bench. A member of the National Wrestling Hall of Fame, Strobel served as Lehighs head coach from 1995 through 2008, which included five straight EIWA Championships from 2002 through 2006. Edward was a 1971 graduate of Easton High School where he was a star athlete in wrestling which earned him a wrestling . Much harder., 'I didnt know what to expect':Kaden Gfeller helps lead OSU's domination of OU in Bedlam wrestling. (Mike); Fehrs / Wrestling; NCAA / 1967, CX351], Lehigh Photographs Collection, Special Collections, Lehigh University Libraries, Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. Brad Wilson | For lehighvalleylive.com. Beyond the ring, Strobel spent his time with family, fishing and woodworking. Kerry McCoy, a two-time NCAA champ from Penn State who served on Strobels staff before moving on to jobs at Stanford, Maryland and the California Olympic Regional Training Center, was similarly heartbroken. Today, my thoughts and prayers are with his daughters Jen and Christine and the rest of their family who he loved and cherished, said Santoro. 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The newspaper covers Lehigh University news and the surrounding Bethlehem area, and it aims to serve as a platform for conversation and idea exchange. The material on this site may not be reproduced, distributed, transmitted, cached or otherwise used, except with the prior written permission of Advance Local. As an athlete, Strobel won two NCAA titles and was a three-time All-American at Oregon State, finishing his career with a 124-5-1 record. The Easton Lions Wrestling All-Star Classic is returning after a three-year hiatus. Support URCS Kyiv City Branch in the development and implementation of BraVo strategies, management tools, standard operating procedures, action plans, and learning networks. Youve got to take it in a positive light, understand what hes saying. Support URCS in preparation of grant applications and resource mobilization for local initiatives. The Lehigh Valley, national and international wrestling communities were stunned Thursday evening by the news that former Lehigh University wrestling coach Greg Strobel had died. How Oklahoma State wrestler Dustin Plott is excelling after shoulder surgery, How growing up on a dairy farm shaped Oklahoma State wrestler Dakota Geer, Kaden Gfeller helps lead OSU's domination of OU in Bedlam wrestling, Stillwaters Sam Smith adding to family wrestling legacy, chasing another state title, Your California Privacy Rights / Privacy Policy. Videos: Im having a hard time wrapping my head around Gregs passing, said Lehigh wrestling coach Pat Santoro, who succeeded Strobel in 2008, in a statement. The 1962 team had five wrestlers ranked in Lehighs top fifty of all time and standout leaders such as Kirk Pendleton and future coach Thad Turner. The Brown and White is Lehigh Universitys student newspaper based in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. Community Rules apply to all content you upload or otherwise submit to this site. SC LVF S767. Henderson, Gina His energy and positive attitude were unrivaled by anyone I know.. He was a man so full of life and has been a part of mine for many years. All of us at Lehigh extend our thoughts, prayers, love and appreciation to his daughters and their families for sharing with us their father and grandfather. Special Collections, Lehigh University, Linderman Library, Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. This is a critical programme role and will suit a proactive, positive, and passionate team player who wants to have a sustainable impact on social service delivery in Ukraine. Published: Oct. 09, 2020, 2:27 p.m. Former Lehigh head wrestling coach Greg Strobel at Stabler Arena. This is a different team, so you bring a different level to the mat, and it just didnt seem like we wanted to do that today. 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As Lehigh head coach, Strobel posted a 189-83-1 dual record, winning six total EIWA titles. After that, the Cowboys have duals with South Dakota State, Missouri and Iowa in the following weeks. The early nineties and the departure of coach Thad Turner brought difficult times for the team, but these woes would not last long. The official 2022-2023 Wrestling Roster for the Lehigh University Mountain Hawks . In 1939, he & his team helped produced a film promoting Lehigh and wrestling, shown in 5,000 theatres nationwide. 1999 . Notify me of follow-up comments by email. Thankful and honored to have spent time in the same wrestling room as Coach Greg Strobel. Coaching from 1995-2008, Strobel was inducted into the National Wrestling Hall of Fame in 2012. Post a job and instantly reach 500 000+ top talents. A Pennsylvania native, Lykens comes to Lehigh from the University of New Haven, where she built the program from the ground up from its inaugural season in 2017. Associate Head Coach. Assistant Coach. I think it really gives us a better look at who we are, rather than who we want to be or who we think we are, Smith said. Lawrence, Kimo Strobel also coached a pair of NCAA champions Rob Rohn in 2002 and Troy Letters in 2004, when Lehigh finished third at the NCAA tournament and Strobel was named the National Wrestling Coaches Association National Coach of the Year. A legend in the sport, coach & role model who has helped so many. Book a coach; Become a Fellow; My Impact Story; Virtual Career Fairs; For organisations. Former Lehigh wrestling coach Greg Strobel has passed away at 68. Lehigh director of athletics Joe Sterrett remembered Strobel for his optimism and energy. If you're visiting this web site, you are a wrestling fan just like me. Lehigh Valley Wrestling Club Home Coaching Staff Kerry McCoy, Executive Director & Head Coach The Board of Directors of the Lehigh Valley Wrestling Club announced the appointment of Kerry McCoy to a newly established position of Executive Director and Head Coach, effective October 1, 2021. 'Nothing's getting him down':How Oklahoma State wrestler Dustin Plott is excelling after shoulder surgery. The Mountain Hawks won six EIWA championships in that span, including five in a row from 2002 through 2006. Sung, Nathan Current wrestling head coach Pat Santoro said in the Lehigh News article that Strobel was a friend and mentor to him. Use of and/or registration on any portion of this site constitutes acceptance of our User Agreement, Privacy Policy and Cookie Statement, and Your Privacy Choices and Rights (each updated 1/26/2023). YouTubes privacy policy is available here and YouTubes terms of service is available here. 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