Okay, here we go! I've discussed the match with the coaches and athletes. I will share some overall thoughts. Now this is my opinion, one that I have shared with Richard before, it is up to you to take or leave it.

The way the match went down, it was in the advantage of Atticus. If he would have got a clean lock, he would have increased his likelihood of victory. Was it guaranteed? Absolutely not but favorable.

In my mind, it is about expectations! Expectations from the athletes mind, the coaches mind, the fans mind. If you were to ask the athletes if they were satisfied with their performance, I think (I didn't ask them all) that 95% would say no.

I agree that this is not the Olympics! But I suggest, for these athletes, it may be as close as they will get. This is the National Championships. In my book, that is a pretty big deal.

I too, am quite proud of the accomplishments of Atticus, et al. But if I may, my expectations for all of our wrestlers, including Mr. Disney, were a bit higher.

But they have many more opportunities!! And I will always support them!


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Randy Hinderliter
USAW Kansas
KWCA Rep/Coaches Liaison
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