Cyclones help Des Moines’ image as tournament host Mar 29, 2008
Having the event within driving distance for Iowans, such as St. Louis and Omaha, is a great thing because it looks like the Hawkeyes sudden surge to the top will be challenged perhaps most of all by Cael Sanderson s Cyclones. Both teams had seven all-Americans this year, the most for Iowa State since 1993, and there is some young talent on each squad. (Creston News Adertiser, IO)
Metcalf Wins Hodge Trohpy Mar 29, 2008
The only other multi-year winner was Iowa States Cael Sanderson, who captured three straight Hodges, the last in 2002. The award is often called The Heisman Trophy of wrestling and is presented at the wrestling banquet of the winning school. (HawkeyeNation.com)
Metcalf Wins 2008 Hodge Trophy Mar 29, 2008
The only other multi-year winner was Iowa State's Cael Sanderson, who captured three straight Hodges, the last in 2002 ... Wrestling needs more Brent Metcalfs," Van Kley said. The Dan Hodge Trophy will be presented to Metcalf at the Iowa wrestling banquet on May 4 by representatives of W.I.N. and the Museum. The banquet will be held at the Sheraton Hotel in Iowa City. Results from both the preseason NWCA All-Star meet, as well as the early December Las Vegas Invite, do count towards W.I.N.'s... (Hawkeyesports.com)
All-American Wrestler Mar 28, 2008
He thinks Cael Sanderson has brought a lot to Iowa State. He likes the way he developed his team and thinks he is a great role model. (Algona Upper Des Moines, IA)
Hawkeyes back, but they're not satisfied Mar 25, 2008
But with rising programs at Iowa State under Cael Sanderson, and Ohio State under Tom Ryan, it s going to take more than swagger. It s going to take more of Brands. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Varner loses final, ISU finishes 5th Mar 24, 2008
"We're close," head wrestling coach Cael Sanderson said. "We lost some close matches throughout the tournament and we also won some close matches. We just need to get better in areas and I need to get better as a coach because that's my responsibility. I need to make sure these guys are ready to go and they know exactly what they need to do out there."We had an incredible year," Sanderson continued. "(Iowa State's wrestlers) really had a great tournament and did an outstanding job. (Iowa State Sports -- Rivals.com)
Cyclones wrestle back to third Mar 23, 2008
"We were down there for a while today and it wasn't looking pretty, but we knew we'd be able to come back and score some points in the consolation matches," head wrestling coach Cael Sanderson said ... "Cael Sanderson was pleased with his 184-pounder's performance throughout the tournament."Varner is real solid, he looked great. (Iowa State Sports -- Rivals.com)
Titles by Perry and Metcalf cap Iowa's charge to top Mar 23, 2008
He wrestled well, Cyclones head coach Cael Sanderson said. He was the aggressor. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
College basketball, auto racing, college wrestling, college hockey Mar 23, 2008
2002Iowa States Cael Sanderson becomes the first undefeated four-time NCAA wrestling champion at the NCAA Championships. Sanderson beats Lehighs Jon Trenge, 12-4, to win at 197 pounds and finish his career with a perfect 159-0 record. (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
Cyclones third after day one at NCAAs Mar 22, 2008
"The guys are getting loose and have really started wrestling now," Iowa State head coach Cael Sanderson said. "We're wrestling real well and I know our guys feel real good. I think as the tournament goes on we're going to get stronger because of our conditioning and the way we train. Each day just makes these guys feel better. We need some guys to step it up a little bit and they will. Today was a good day, but we've still got a lot of wrestling to do. I like what I'm seeing right now and we... (Iowa State Sports -- Rivals.com)
Back on top: Iowa all but clinches NCAA mat title Mar 22, 2008
it wasn t pretty, said Cyclone coach Cael Sanderson. We knew we would be able to come back and score some points. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Cyclones bring full complement of wrestlers to nationals Mar 20, 2008
With the NCAA Division I Wrestling Championships set to begin Thursday at the Scottrade Center, Cyclones coach Cael Sanderson believes his collection of 10 qualifiers is fully prepared to succeed, or to have some fun, in his words. "Having fun is you are trusting your instincts, wrestling hard and not making mistakes," said Sanderson. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Hamilton: What to watch for at the NCAA championships Mar 20, 2008
"We're definitely wrestling at our best right now," Iowa State coach Cael Sanderson said. "I'm proud of the way our team competed at the conference championship. Each individual was at their best and that's exciting for me and exciting for our program and our fans and really exciting for the individuals competing here. We've got our work cut out for us. We need to get some upsets and we need points out of all 10 guys and we need to take advantage of every opportunity.". (ESPN -- College Sports)
Two straight for Iowa State Mar 15, 2008
"I'm proud of this team," Iowa State head coach Cael Sanderson said ... "They don't get any tougher than Nathan Morgan and to see Nick win here against him should be a real confidence builder for him," Cael Sanderson said ... Cael Sanderson was pleased with his youngest brother's success. (Iowa State Sports -- Rivals.com)
Hamilton: Long, strange trip to the NCAA championships Mar 15, 2008
Iowa State is making another postseason push under coach Cael Sanderson ... Cael Sanderson's wrestlers are primed for the NCAA championships ... "We want our guys to be feeling as great as possible when it's the most important time, and that played into it," Cael Sanderson said. (ESPN -- College Sports)
Cyclones send 6 to Big 12 finals Mar 9, 2008
"We wrestled a solid round," Iowa State head coach Cael Sanderson said. "Before we get to the championship round, the upcoming wrestlebacks will be big in determining the team champion.". (Iowa State Sports -- Rivals.com)
Pokes take bronze at Big 12s Mar 9, 2008
It was the second straight team conference title for the Cyclones, guided by former four-time individual national champion, Cael Sanderson. "I'm proud of our guys and I'm glad we got the win," Sanderson said. (Oklahoma State Sports -- Rivals.com)
Big 12 wrestling championships Mar 8, 2008
Iowa State head coach Cael Sanderson. Compiled by Jim Nelson, Courier Sports Writer. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Two brothers, two titles Mar 6, 2008
Jarrett used to be under the impression only instate kids like 2004 Olympic gold medalist Cael Sanderson earned that chance. Being able to see (Justin) go to college and do fairly well, it kind of put the thought in my mind that maybe I was able to wrestle in college, said Jarrett, who earned Academic All-State honors this season (3. (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
Cyclone wrestlers pin Nebraska Feb 26, 2008
"It was a great way to end the season," Iowa State head coach Cael Sanderson said. "The match is more important individually than as a team score. We were in nine matches against a very good team, we were aggressive in every match and won the majority of them. This is exactly how we want to be wrestling heading into the Big 12 Championships. We will go back to work this week and get ready to go for Stillwater.". (Iowa State Sports -- Rivals.com)
Pop quiz with Ames High wrestler Riley Banach Feb 20, 2008
Answer: Dan Gable, J Robinson and Cael Sanderson. Mid-Iowa Newspapers 2008. (Ames Daily Tribune, IA)
Zabriskie win lifts ISU past Mizzou Feb 19, 2008
"Missouri came in here and wrestled well," Iowa State head coach Cael Sanderson said. "Zabriskie is so consistent. He is great in the clutch. The Tigers are a good scrambling team. Mostly at this point, we are focusing on March.". (Iowa State Sports -- Rivals.com)
College wrestling: Cyclones, Hawks register wins Feb 12, 2008
"I thought we wrestled real well today," said Cyclone coach Cael Sanderson. "I am happy with the way things are going, and we are making progress.". (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
No. 8 ISU rolls past Oregon State Feb 11, 2008
"Our guys are wrestling well," said head wrestling coach Cael Sanderson. "Especially when they are on the attack and that is what we are preaching. We are still not yet where we need to be, but for the most part we didn't seem hurt by the layoff.". (Iowa State Sports -- Rivals.com)
Wrestling coaches stand at lower end of salary scale Feb 9, 2008
Name, College, Salary-- Cael Sanderson, Iowa State, $110,000-- Jack Spates, Oklahoma, $110,000-- Mark Johnson, Illinois, $108,550-- J Robinson, Minnesota, $100,000-- Brian Smith, Missouri, $100,000-- John Smith, Oklahoma State, $100,000-- Pat Santoro, Maryland, $99,866-- Tom Brands, Iowa, $99,750-- Joe McFarland, Michigan, $97,850-- Mark Manning, Nebraska, $97,000-- Tom Ryan, Ohio State, $95,288-- Jim Zalesky, Oregon State, $95,004 ... " Wrestling is a non-revenue sport across almost the entire... (USA Today -- Sports)
Wrestling Set to Host #1 Iowa, #9 Iowa State this Weekend Feb 6, 2008
COME EARLY AGAINOn Sunday, fans can come early to Wells Fargo Arena to meet and receive autographs from current Iowa State coach Cael Sanderson, the 2004 Olympic Gold Medalist and undefeated four-time NCAA champion for the Cyclones. TOP INVADERSThe dual with Iowa will mark the first time since the 1998-99 season that the nation's top-ranked team has faced Arizona State in the Valley of the Sun. (Pac-10.org)
Iowa St. wrestlers flatten Oklahoma Jan 29, 2008
"We looked good tonight," head coach Cael Sanderson said. "This is a big win for us because conference matches are so important. We wrestled hard and our fundamentals and conditioning are good. Clark, (Nick) Gallick and (Mitch) Mueller all wrestled outstanding matches. We won the close matches tonight and that helped us.". (Iowa State Sports -- Rivals.com)
Cyclones edged by Okla. State Jan 29, 2008
Despite the team score, Iowa State was often the aggressor in matches which pleased head coach Cael Sanderson. "I thought we wrestled well today," Sanderson said. (Iowa State Sports -- Rivals.com)
College wrestling: Iowa, UIU win; Cyclones stumble Jan 29, 2008
"I thought we wrestled well today," said ISU head coach Cael Sanderson. "We need to take a few steps now and work ourselves toward coming back here for the Big 12 Tournament. Stillwater is a tough place to wrestle, and we went five-and-five with them.". (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Pop quiz with Gilbert wrestler Ben Durbin Jan 23, 2008
Answer: Cael Sanderson or Jake Varner. That would be fun. (Ames Daily Tribune, IA)
Bonus points lift ISU past Badgers Jan 22, 2008
"I think we wrestled extremely well up until those last two weights," head coach Cael Sanderson said. "Everybody is stepping it up, but when you're getting pinned that just means we need to spend some time on the mat with those guys. That's an easy thing to correct. Overall, I'm happy with the way things are going. We just have to keep on moving.". (Iowa State Sports -- Rivals.com)
Brands, Iowa wrestlers leave with a smile, and tourney title Jan 16, 2008
We are pretty consistent," said Cyclones head coach Cael Sanderson. "We're not frustrated or disappointed. "We just need to make a few minor adjustments and continuing taking steps forward between now and March.". (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
ISU wrestlers stick Northwestern for 7th Jan 15, 2008
"Overall I thought we wrestled well," Iowa State head coach Cael Sanderson said. "We are working on getting better individually with our eye on March. The move up a weight for several of our wrestlers this season is paying off and making our guys better. We expect to be in the fight in March.". (Iowa State Sports -- Rivals.com)
Cyclone wrestlers struggle at duals Jan 14, 2008
"The most important thing is that we got in some good matches," Iowa State head coach Cael Sanderson said. "I thought we wrestled well most of the day. We get another chance on Sunday.". (Iowa State Sports -- Rivals.com)
Hawkeyes roll to duals title Jan 14, 2008
We are pretty consistent, said Cyclone head coach Cael Sanderson. We re not frustrated or disappointed. (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)
Hawkeyes cruise to National Dual semifinals Jan 13, 2008
"I don't think we wrestled flat, I think we just didn't wrestle our best," said Cyclone coach Cael Sanderson. "And to beat a team like that you have to be at your best.". (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Athlete of the Week: Nicky Gordon Jan 8, 2008
Favorite athlete: Cael Sanderson ... Cael Sanderson and Dave Schultz. (The Citizen's Voice, PA)
Varner wins Midlands crown; Iowa St. second Jan 1, 2008
"I thought overall we had a good tournament," Iowa State head coach Cael Sanderson said. "We won some big matches and lost some close ones. The important thing is we know what we have to do to get better and we will be working on those things.". (Iowa State Sports -- Rivals.com)
The Tribune's top sports stories of 2007 Jan 1, 2008
ISU, under the direction of first-year head coach Cael Sanderson, served notice it was a valid contender for the national title by winning the prestigious Midlands Tournament in December and then added the Big 12 Conference title to its resume in early March, qualifying its entire lineup to the national championships. WHERE IT STANDS: An early victory over top-ranked Minnesota in early December moved ISU into the No. 1 spot in most national polls, a position the Cyclones held for a week before... (Ames Daily Tribune, IA)
Cyclones surge to lead at Midlands Dec 31, 2007
"We had a nice round, although I was hoping to get all seven (ISU quarterfinalists) through to the semifinals," Iowa State head coach Cael Sanderson said. "How we are wrestling at this point in the season is more important than the score of any match. We are working on getting better and handling the different situations our guys encounter during their matches.". (Iowa State Sports -- Rivals.com)
Iowa St. enters Midlands quarterfinals in 2nd Dec 30, 2007
"We had a strong round," Iowa State head coach Cael Sanderson said. "These tournaments are determined by who you advance to the semis and the finals.". (Iowa State Sports -- Rivals.com)
Prep of the week: Thompson enjoying life on top Dec 20, 2007
But, above all else, his most unreal moment occurred last August when Cael Sanderson -- Mr. 159-0 -- sat in Thompson's living room, giving a sales pitch for the Iowa State Cyclones. Thompson bought in, no bait-and-switch gimmicks required. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Iowa St. wrestlers stick UNI, 29-10 Dec 18, 2007
"We learned a lot today at several weight classes, but we are in good shape heading into Midlands," Iowa State head coach Cael Sanderson said. "David wrestled a smart match. He stayed calm and wrestled his match. Our guys looked good today.". (Iowa State Sports -- Rivals.com)
Iowa State takes down Panthers in wrestling, 29-10 Dec 17, 2007
"Like Penrith, Iowa State head coach Cael Sanderson took numerous mental notes on each of his 10 starters. The Cyclones sat regular 149-pound starter Mitch Mueller for team reasons. Sanderson plans to use those calculations over the next two weeks as the Cyclones prepare to defend their Midland Championship from a year ago."The team looked good," Sanderson said. "I'm happy. We obviously have got to take something from this and get ready for Midlands. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Hawkeyes upend No. 1 Cyclones, 20-13 Dec 11, 2007
""It hurts," said Iowa State coach Cael Sanderson. "It was a big match. We wanted to do well. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
College Sports Briefs Dec 11, 2007
Iowa State picked up some momentum when coach Cael Sanderson s brother Cyler who was wrestling with a broken nose took down Ryan Morningstar 10-5. Sanderson fell behind early before tossing Morningstar on his back. (Creston News Adertiser, IO)
Iowa trips up top- ranked Cyclones Dec 10, 2007
"I think you have to take some positive from a tough situation," head wrestling coach Cael Sanderson said. "Obviously we wanted to win this match. When you get that many fans here, you want to entertain them. We did not give them that much to cheer about, but just like the guys said we have to put this behind us and look to the future.". (Iowa State Sports -- Rivals.com)
Hawkeyes win first four matches, down Cyclones Dec 10, 2007
Cyclone coach Cael Sanderson said the Hawkeyes did a great job of coming out and doing what they wanted. It hurts, said Iowa State coach Cael Sanderson. (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)
Iowa-ISU wrestling: Sold-out Hilton awaits rivalry Dec 9, 2007
But one season after leading Iowa State to the Big 12 championship and a national runner-up finish, Cyclone head coach Cael Sanderson is asked about one thing more than anything else: Did Dan Gable direct an unflattering hand gesture at him during Iowa's 24-6 victory over Iowa State last season. "No, but I've gotten the arm," laughed Sanderson on Monday at his weekly press conference, referring to famous showdown between the coaching staffs during last year's meet. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Common qualities shared by successful head coaches Dec 8, 2007
I think Cael Sanderson and Tom Brands are very similar now, but it seems Sanderson appears to getting quicker results at Iowa State, although we ll know more Sunday afternoon. Leadership, respect, flexibility and communication. (Creston News Adertiser, IO)
ISU looks tough Dec 8, 2007
The last time Iowa State stood No. 1 was December 1999; Cyclone head coach Cael Sanderson was on the verge of claiming the 184-pound national championship for the second-consecutive year. But on Dec. 9, Sanderson's grappling corps shifts from one extreme to another when Iowa State (6-0) meets Iowa (4-0) for the 73rd time since 1911. (Daily Iowan, IA)
Hamilton: Coaches' spat adds intrigue to heated rivalry Dec 6, 2007
Those moves triggered the return of Tom Brands to Iowa, the arrival of the Cael Sanderson era at Iowa State and the beginning of an eight-month wait for the first dual between the two programs that put their future in the hands of iconic figures from their past ... Iowa State wrestling coach Cael Sanderson is hoping to upset the Hawkeyes ... Cael Sanderson was jawing at Gable. (ESPN -- College Sports)
LISTEN: Sanderson on Minn. & Iowa Dec 5, 2007
With a win over the top-ranked team in the country already in hand, coach Cael Sanderson and Iowa State now look ahead to beginning a new era of wrestling dominance vs. Iowa. The Hawkeyes come to Ames Sunday to face an ISU team that will be the new no. 1 in the nation. (Iowa State Sports -- Rivals.com)
ISU/Iowa wrestling sold out, UNI/Iowa hoops nears sellout Dec 5, 2007
At the request of Coach Cael Sanderson prior to the 2006-07 season, Iowa State made several changes to Hilton s configuration for wrestling meets. The changes were made to allow the fans to be closer to the mat, creating a much better environment for the wrestlers and spectators. (Charles City Press, IO)
Iowa To Face Top-Ranked Iowa State Dec 5, 2007
Head Coach Cael Sanderson is 18-3 in his second season at Iowa State. The Cyclone alum earned an Olympic gold medal in 2004 and was only the second four-time national champion in NCAA history. (Hawkeyesports.com)
Cyclone wrestlers lay claim to no. 1 Dec 4, 2007
"Obviously, this is a great win," Iowa State head wrestling coach Cael Sanderson said. "We did a good job today but we have a lot of room for improvement. Nick (Fanthorpe) and Cyler (Sanderson) both beat returning All-Americans in a hostile arena. This is the best possible preparation for the Iowa match and NCAA competition down the road. I do think that a win like this demonstrates for our wrestlers that we are teaching them the right things. We still have a long season ahead of us.". (Iowa State Sports -- Rivals.com)
College wrestling: Cyclones upend No. 1 Gophers Dec 4, 2007
"Obviously, this is a great win," said ISU wrestling coach Cael Sanderson. "We did a good job today but we have a lot of room for improvement. Nick and Cyler both beat returning all-Americans in a hostile arena."This is the best possible preparation for the Iowa match and the NCAA competition down the road. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
No. 1 Gopher Wrestlers Drop 18-13 Decision to No. 2 Iowa State Dec 3, 2007
The Gophers brought a 10-3 lead into the 157-pound match, only to have No. 10 Cyler Sanderson (younger brother of legendary ISU head coach Cael Sanderson) pull off the upset. After yet another scoreless first period, the evenly-matched pair remained tied 1-1 after a Schlatter escape to open the third period. (Kpmariners.com)
NCAA Champion Sanderson to Visit Albany This Weekend Nov 14, 2007
On November 16th and 17th, 4 time undefeated NCAA champion Cael Sanderson will be among the champions taking part in the 2007 Journeymen Fall Wrestling clinic at Shenendehowa. Sanderson, who won his 4th championship in 2002 at the then Pepsi Arena in Albany will be joined by NCAA champs Mitch Clark and Nick Ackerman for the weekend event. (FOX23 News, NY)
No. 2 Cyclones whip NIU in dual Nov 10, 2007
"We brought in Northern Illinois because they are a well-coached team and are always in good condition," Iowa State head coach Cael Sanderson said. "They will be a factor in their conference and beyond this season. Overall, I thought we did a good job going after it and being aggressive. We have our things to work on.". (Iowa State Sports -- Rivals.com)
'Techies' ready for new identity as Iowa wrestlers Nov 9, 2007
The Hawkeyes will compete at several open meets over the next three weeks before opening the 2007-08 dual season with a bang on Dec. 9 when they travel to Ames to face Cael Sanderson and the Cyclones. Contact Jim Nelson at (319) 291-1521 or jim. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
FREE Cyclone Audio: Sanderson press conf. Nov 6, 2007
The Cyclones settled their opening night line-up with wrestle-offs last week and now head coach Cael Sanderson is ready to take things from the room to the arena. Sanderson talked to reporters Monday, click the link below to listen to the audio from his press conference. (Iowa State Sports -- Rivals.com)
Sanderson, ISU plan to challenge Gophers Oct 25, 2007
"We expected them to go up, we just didn't know when that would be," Cael Sanderson said ... "Jon Reader is exactly the type of student athlete we're looking for," Cael Sanderson said ... "The goal is, of course, winning a national championship. Iowa State is seeking its first since 1987. And Coach Sanderson believes his team can do it, even though Minnesota is the odds-on favorite to successfully defend the title it won last spring."Minnesota was a clear favorite last year, and they are a clear... (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Cael Sanderson presents 2007-08 ISU wrestlers Oct 25, 2007
Iowa State Cyclones Football, Basketball, and Recruiting. Cyclone Nation is THE inside word on Iowa State sports, including recruiting. (CycloneNation.com)
Iowa State wrestlers set lofty goals Oct 24, 2007
AMES, Iowa - Coach Cael Sanderson doesn't have to preach to his Iowa State wrestlers how every point matters. They already learned last year the fine line between winning and losing. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
