Like Luedke or not, he has a valid point. One of the best ways to get D1 wrestling in KS is to have TWO D2 programs that consistently achieve upper end results. I am not getting into or have a side to all the other parts of that topic. I am not knowledgeable enough on college wrestling business, or the entire environment at our D2 schools to have a opinion on coaching etc, only that success breeds success and growth. That holds true for business or sports or whatever.

The main point to consider when selling anything is "what is in it for them"...If the D1 schools don't see any gain for them, D1 wrestling will never be achieved. D1 schools must have a compelling reason adding wrestling is a benefit for them. Not just it's good for the kids, etc. College is a business and needs to be justified as such.

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