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Head Coach Roger Sanders, and Senior Co-Captain Tom Fiorvanti.
1983-84
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"A Commitment To Excellence"
Bloomsburg University is a multi-purpose institution of higher education serving the
citizens of Pennsylvania as one of the 14 Commonwealth-owned Universities. With a
commitment to provide a quality, affordable education for all qualified students,
Bloomsburg combines the tradition of an institution founded in 1839 with modern
learning, living, and recreational programs and facilities . Commonwealth funding
provides 55 percent of Bloomsburg 's annual operating budget.
Undergraduate students may enro ll in degree programs in 64 areas of study in the arts
and sciences, business, teacher education, nursing , and health sciences. A program in
engineering is offered in conjunction with the Pennsylvania State University, and
preparation for post-baccalaureate study at professional schools is offered. Unique
educational opportunities are available through advanced placement, study abroad,
professional practicum , internships, independent study and the Center for Academic
Development programs.
At the graduate level, the master's degree is offered in 25 areas of study and there are 1O
supervisory certification programs in the field of teacher education .
Extended program offerings provide continuing , life-long learning opportunities for
people of all ages and educational interests through non-degree courses , non-credit minicourses, international studies and exchanges , cooperative education , courses offered at
off-campus locations and by public service television, and credit for work experience.
Enrollment for the Fall semester, 1982, totalled 6,240 students. There were 4,879 fulltime and 867 part-time undergraduates , and 105 full-time and 389 part-time graduate
students. Instruction is provided by a 350-member faculty .
The University's 173-acre campus overlooks the town of Bloomsburg and the scenic
Susquehanna Valley. Carver Hall , built in 1867, provides a contrast with the modern
facilities that include seven residence halls , a library, a 2000-seat auditorium , student
union, dining hall, gymnasium , administration building , four classroom buildings, athletic
fields, and recreational areas on the lower campus. An athletic complex and recreational
area occupy the school's 100-acre upper campus. In addition, the James H. McCormick
Center for Human Services is currently under construction on the lower campus.
Located less than two miles from an Interstate 80 interchange, and 22 miles from
Interstate 81, Bloomsburg is within one hour's driving time from Wilkes-Barre/ Scranton,
Hazleton, and Williamsport , 1½ hours from Harrisburg , 2½ hours from Philadelphia, and 3
hours from New York City. The community is 45 miles from the Avoca International
Airport and is serviced by major bus lines.
Bloomsburg has an enviable placement record . Of the 1,127 who graduated in the
1981-82 academic year, 80% had meaningful employment or were in graduate school one
year later.
Active files of over 25,000 living alumni are kept by the college. Graduates of BU have
distinguished themselves in areas including law, medicine (one is a Nobel Laureate),
science, architecture, education , industry and research .
The Bloomsburg Un iversity is fully accredited by the Middle States Association of
Colleges and Schools, the National Council for the Accreditation of Teacher Education ,
and the Pennsylvania State Board of Education .
Table Of Contents
Bloomsburg University - "A Commitment To Excellence" ................. front cover
Media Information, Quick Facts and Contacts .................................... 1
Head Coach, Roger Sanders ..................................................... 2
Assistant Coach, Carl Poff and Staff ............................................. 3
Outlook ...................................................................... 4-5
1983-84 Roster .................................................................. 6
Weight By Weight Introductions .............................................. 7-11
1982-83 Results and Individual Top Performers .................................. 12
The Huskies in the EWL, 1982-83 Standings and Individual Placers ............... 13
The Huskies in the PC, 1982-83 Standings and Individual Placers ................. 14
All-Time Records Against 1983-84 Opponents ................................... 15
The Sanders' Years ............................................................ 15
Past NCAA Division I Place Winners ............................................ 16
All-Time Dual Meet Records .................................................... 17
Shorty Hitchcock, Don Reese ................................................... 18
Wrestling Happenings at BU .................................................... 19
Nelson Fieldhouse and Facilities ................................................ 20
1983-84 Schedule ...................................................... back cover
To The MediaFor further information concerning Bloomsburg Wrestling, contact Bloomsburg
Sports Information Director Jim Hollister, Waller Administration Building, Bloomsburg University, Bloomsburg, PA 17815 (phone: 717-389-4413, office; 717-784-7756,
home).
Quick Facts And Contacts
At BU
Location: Bloomsburg, PA 17815
Enrollment: 6300
General Information: 717-389-4000
President: Larry W. Jones (Acting)
Athletic Department: 717-389-4049
Athletic Director: Roger Sanders (phone: 717-389-4360)
Colors: Maroon and Gold
Nickname: Huskies
Member: NCAA (Division I), Pennsylvania Conference, Eastern Wrestling League
Home: Nelson Fieldhouse (3000)
Trainer: Arthur Hopkins (phone: 717-389-4401)
Equipment Manager: Ron Morgan (phone: 717-389-4374)
Wrestling Office: 717-389-4366
Head Coach
Roger Sanders
Winning wrestling teams have become a tradition at Bloomsburg University and Coach
Roger B. Sanders has been responsible for building an outstanding program. Sanders is in
his twelfth year as head coach and has compiled an impressive 122-51-3 record .
During his tenure, Sanders has led B.U. to three first places and two seconds in the
Pennsylvania Conference Championships in the last five years and the Eastern Wrestling
League Championship in 1980-81 . His teams have consistantly been in the top three in the
EWL since its beginning. In his years at the helm, Sanders has coached three National
Champions and numerous All Americans. His most recent grappler to gain All American
honors was Don Reese, who was the 134 lb . runnerup at the NCAA Division I National
Championships in 1982.
Sanders is a very positive individual who brings a winning philosophy to both wrestling
and life. The philosophy of discipline, dedication , intensity and goal setting seem to
represent the program. Sanders states , "It is our hope that these young men learn and take
these characteristics with them as they pursue their personal goals."
A native of Fairless Hills, PA, Sanders was named as BU 's Director of Athletics in July
of 1982, giving him the additional responsibilities of overseeing Bloomsburg's 18 varsity
athletic programs. His major goal will be fund raising for the purpose of maintaining
strong programs in the NCAA Divisions I and II.
Sanders graduated from West Chester University where he won three Middle Atlantic
University Division Championships and a NCAA College Division Championship.
Sanders has the distinguished accomplishment of never losing a dual meet in either high
school or college. Before coming to Bloomsburg, he served as a head coach at New York
University where he had a five year record of 50-18-1 .
In addition to his responsibilities as BU's Athletic Director and head wrestling coach,
Sanders serves as clinician at many of the outstanding wrestling clinics and camps
throughout the United States. He has just completed his ninth successful year of directing
the Husky Wrestling School at BU.
Head Coach , Roger Sanders.
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Assistant Coach
Carl Poff
Poff begins his second year as an assistant coach for Bloomsburg University after
serving as an assistant at the University of North Carolina for three years. As assistant at
UNC, he aided the Tarheels in becoming a national power and helped many individuals
gain national honors. A year ago , the team reached the lofty goal of fifth in the country and
in Poff's final year at the school , five wrestlers gained All American honors and one was
crowned national champion . In a somewhat unique situation, North Carolina's C .D. Mock ,
a former teammate of Poff's at the high school level, defeated Bloomsburg's Don Reese, a
former teammate of Poff's at the collegiate level , in the NCAA's 134 lb. final while he was at
UNC.
A 1979 graduate of Bloomsburg , Poff wrestled four years for the Huskies compiling an
88-37-2 overall mark . He was team captain for three consecutive years and was a third
place finisher in the Eastern Wrestling League championships during his senior year. In
addition, the Newtown, PA native compiled a 33-9 record in his final campaign and placed
third in the Pennsylvan ia Conference championships .
His main responsibilities are in the area of recruiting and , in addition, he works with the
Bloomsburg wrestlers in the room on the technical aspects of the sport.
The Staff
Joe Geiger -
Will be in charge of the Huskies' records and statistics for the 198384 season .
Joe Gerst -
A former NAIA and Pennsylvania Conference champion for Bloomsburg, Gerst will be an instructional assistant.
John Hohmann -
A 1975 graduate of Bloomsburg, Hohmann is strength coach for all
BU sports .
Bob Rohm -
Another former NAIA and Pennsylvania Conference champion ,
Rohm will act as an instructional assistant.
Paul Tillman -
A former All American at West Chester, Tillman oversees the
Huskies' mandatory study halls.
Dr. Calvin Walker - A member of the Psychology Department at BU since 1967, Walker
is the Huskies' academic and scheduling advisor.
Assistant Coach, Carl Poff and Sanders.
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1983-84 Season Outlook
Bloomsburg University head wrestling coach Roger Sanders knows his Huskies are
going to be good, but just how good remains to be seen. "There is more talent here than at
any one time before, but there's also a good possibility of five or more freshmen being in
the lineup at one time ," he commented.
Twenty freshmen are currently listed on the 37-member 1983-84 roster, but the
credentials they have established are the basis for Sanders' "optimism" along with the fact
that several veterans are proven winners. According to the Amateur Wrestling News,
Bloomsburg had the 11th best recruiting year among NCAA Division I schools .
"The attitude of the entire squad is exceptional right now, and a lot of that is based on
the great leadership the upperclassmen are providing," Sanders stated. "Being as young
as we are, that leadership is vital to our success this season, " he added.
The largest questions loom in the lower weights as well as the heavyweight class,
where a lack of varsity experience will be evident when the Huskies embark on another
challenging slate which includes 18 dual matches and five tournaments . The season
culminates with the NCAA Division I Championships in the Meadowlands Arena,
Hackensack, NJ, on March 8-10, 1984.
Sophomore Rob Rapsey appears to be the early leader for a starting berth at 118 lbs. A
year ago, he saw very limited action behind standout Todd Cummings, who was a national
tournament participant. A 1981 PIAA state champion, Rick Bonomo, becomes eligible
after the first semester and will challenge for the starting role at that time .
One of the Huskies' tri-captains, Glenn Walter, is the top candidate at 126 lbs. The
senior has been in and out of the BU lineup for the past two years and gained valuable mat
time behind since-graduated Woody Fry. Newcomer Mark Gumble, will press Walter in the
early going, and Rock Bonomo, Rick's twin brother and another 1981 PIAA state titlist, will
be available for duty in the second semester.
Local product Nelson Fritz returns at 134 lbs. where he posted a fine 18-6-0 mark and
was a runnerup to Clarion 's Mark Ciccarello in the Pennsylvania Conference Championships . Battling with Fritz is Jon Moser, a transfer from West Chester where he captured
back-to-back East Coast Conference crowns and made consecutive appearances in the
national tourney while earning 35 victories against just seven losses.
Another transfer student appears headed for the top spot at 142 lbs. where competition
has been limited somewhat due to the loss of Jeff Gray, who is sidelined again this season
with a hand injury . Dan Comfort, who has joined the squad this season after spending two
years at Temple University, should be in a real battle with returning veteran Keith Youtz,
who was 8-8-0 last season .
Senior Tom Fiorvanti redshirted a year ago but returns to compete in the 150 lb. weight
class . Two years ago he won both the Eastern Wrestling League and the Pennsylvania
Conference titles at this weight and represented BU in the Division I tourney . Freshman
Roger Leitzel will be available for duty when needed.
Veteran Greg Sullivan is back at 158 lbs. but will be hard pressed by two freshmen for
the right to represent Bloomsburg at that weight. Mike Rudolph and Dan Klingerman , both
former PIAA champions, have been impressive during the pre-season workouts and will
be heard from before the season 's over.
" A great amount of flexibility" will prevail in the next four weights where Sanders
enjoys the option of having several championship calibre veterans in the lineup as well as
newcomers who should allow the team to maintain its reputation for outstanding
performers in the upper weights .
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Prior to the return ot national qualifier Tom Gibble, in the second semester, newcomer
Darrin Evans will most likely be the starter at 167 lbs. A year ago, Gibble ran up a 21-10-0
record and was second in the EWL earning him a trip to Oklahoma City and the national
tourney a second time.
Gibbie's brother Steve, a transfer from the University of North Carolina, also becomes
eligible following the opening semester and will face a stern test for starting rights in the
person of two-time PIAA champion Bruce Wallace . The freshman is considered Sanders'
top recruit for the upcoming campaign and, with experience and maturity, could be one of
BU's finest wrestlers to come along in years.
The other BU performer to record 20+ wins in 1982-83, junior John McFadden, is the
Huskies' 190 lber. again this year after going 25-10-1 last season. After turning in his
shoulder pads at the close of the Huskies' football campaign, freshman Mark Williams will
provide McFadden's main competition .
The departure of Pennsylvania Conference champion and EWL runnerup, Joe Wade,
leaves Sanders with a huge void to fill at heavyweight. A senior and two freshmen are
locked up in a brawl to replace the talented Wade.
Mike Kruczek, who has been waiting in the wings for the past few years, is the only
performer with any collegiate experience. The 300 lb. senior was 4-6-0 last season. First
year wrestlers Ron lppolite and Chris Tamborra bring good credentials with them,
previously winning state crowns in New Jersey and Connecticut respectively. According
to Sanders, "All three will see action before this year's over."
Bloomsburg suffered through a tough 6-7 dual match campaign in 1982-83 and fifth in
the EWL but registered a second-place showing in the PC tourney and appears ready to
regroup and return to the winning ways, which saw the Huskies compile nine straight
winning seasons prior to a year ago.
Sophomore Keith Youtz (142)
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1983-84 Roster
Year
Height
Weight Class
Glenn Bateman
Fr.
Rick Bonomo
Fr.
5-4
5-6½
5-6
5-8
5-7
6-0
5-10
5-11
6-0
5-11
6-1
5-8
5-10
5-8
5-7½
5-9
5-4
6-0
5-6
5-11
6-2
5-8
5-7
5-8½
6-3
5-6
5-9
5-8
5-5
5-10
5-7
5-11
6-4
118
118
126
142
134
167
150
134
177
167
177
134
158
142
126
142
118
Name
Rocky Bonomo
Fr.
Dan Comfort
Jr.
Phil Conner
Jr.
Darrin Evans
Fr.
Tom Fiorvanti
Sr.
Nelson Fritz
Jr.
John Gibas
So.
Tom Gibble
Jr.
Steve Gibble
Jr.
Brendt Gladfelter Fr.
Andres Gomez
Fr.
Jeff Gray
So.
Mark Gumble
Fr.
Jeff Hostelley
Fr.
John Hourani
Fr.
Ron lppolite
Fr.
Bill Irving
Fr.
Dan Klingerman
Fr.
Mike Kruczek
Sr.
Roger Leitzel
Fr.
Brian Maccarella
Fr.
Dave Marzak
Fr.
John McFadden
Jr.
Jon Moser
Jr.
Trace Nevil
Jr.
Tony Price
Fr.
Rob Rapsey
So.
Michael Rudolph
Fr.
Ty Smith
So.
Greg Sullivan
Jr.
Chris Tamborra
Fr.
Bruce Wallace
Fr.
Glenn Walter
Sr.
Mark Williams
Fr.
Keith Youtz
So.
6-1
5-7
6-2
5-9
HWT
126
158
HWT
150
134
150
190
134
142
150
118
158
142
158
HWT
167
126
190
142
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Hometown (High School)
Worcester (Methacton)
Hunlock Creek (Lake Lehman)
Hunlock Creek (Lake Lehman)
Oreland (Springfield)
Camp Hill (Cumberland Valley)
Slatedale (Northern Lehigh)
Massapequa, NY (Massapequa)
Benton (Benton)
West Mifflin (West Mifflin North)
Flemington, NJ (Hunterdon Cen .)
Flemington , NJ (Hunterdon Cen.)
York (West York)
Farmingdale, NY (Farmingdale)
Hughesville (Hughesville)
Maine, NY (Maine-Endwell)
Danville (Danville)
Elmer, NJ (Schalick)
Blackwood , NJ (Highland Regional)
Palmerton (Palmerton)
Bloomsburg (Bloomsburg)
Summit Hill (Panther Valley)
Herndon (Upper Dauphin)
Atco, NJ (Cherokee)
Newtown (Shikellamy)
Oakland, NJ (Indian Hills)
Collegeville (Methacton)
Benton (Central Columbia)
Strasburg , VA (Strasburg)
Camp Hill (Cedar Cliff)
Reading (Wilson)
Milford (Delaware Valley)
Hughesville (Hughesville)
Norwich , CT (Norwich Free
Academy
Tyrone (Tyrone)
Lititz (Warwick)
Bloomsburg (Central Columbia)
Hummelstown (Hershey)
Weight By Weight Introductions
118
Left to right: Rob Rapsey, John Hourani, Rick Bonomo and Glenn Bateman.
RICKY BONOMO
After winning a PIAA state championship in 1981 and redshirting in 1982, Ricky appears to
be ready for action . Probably one of the most talented wrestlers to ever attend
Bloomsburg , discipline and dedication will be the determining factors for Ricky's success .
He will be the leading candidate to start at 118 lbs. A freshman from Hunlock Creek, he is
majoring in art.
ROB RAPSEY
Should be in the starting lineup early in the season . A technically sound wrestler who has
not yet had the opportunity to prove himself. Wrestled behind Todd Cummings last year
and was plagued by injuries. Needs to add a little weight and strength to be national
calibre. Rob is an elementary education major from Camp Hill , PA.
.
126
Left to right: Bill Irving, Glenn Walter, Rocky Bonomo and Mark Gumble.
ROCKY BONOMO
Along with brother Ricky , Rocky also won a PIAA state crown in 1981 and redshirted last
year. An exciting wrestler who will be the leading candidate to start at 126 lbs. in January.
Potential All American if he dedicates himself to that goal. Success depends on maturity.
He is a freshman from Hunlock Creek majoring in art.
GLENN WALTER
This senior co-captain is one of the hardest workers on the team . Leading candidate to
start at 126 lbs. early in the year. Determination and dedication will make Glenn a sound
performer for the Huskies. Glenn's contributions in leadership and hard work make him a
true 9-sset to the team . A business major from Warwick, PA.
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134
Left to right: Brendt Gladfelter, Phil Conner, Nelson Fritz, Brian Maccarelfa
and Jon Moser.
NELSON FRITZ
After coming off a fine season in 1982, Nelson seems to have really matured for the 1983
season. He was 18-6-0 and placed second in the conference behind Mark Ciccarella of
Clarion. Looking for Nelson to have an exceptional year seeing action at both 134 and 142
lbs. Nelson is an elementary education major from Benton, PA.
JON MOSER
A junior transfer from West Chester University is a very welcome addition to the Husky
Lineup. Jon is a two time East Coast Conference champion and a two time NCAA
qualifier. Jon's dedication and ability could bring him All American honors this year. He is
a true leader both on and off the mat. Jon is a biology major from Collegeville, PA.
142
Left to right: Dan Comfort, Jeff Hostelfey, Ty Smith, Trace Nevil, Keith
Youtz and Jeff Gray.
DAN COMFORT
A transfer from Temple who redshirted last year for the Huskies. With an early season
injury to Jeff Gray, Dan seems to be the top contender at this weight. A hard worker with
sound technique ... looking to prove himself, capable of winning at Division I level. Dan is
a business major from Oreland, PA.
KEITH YOUTZ
An outstanding freshman of a year ago who was hampered with a severe knee injury.
Looking for Keith to be in full swing by mid year. A very exciting wrestler because of his
ability to pin. After posting an 8-8-0 record last year, we're looking for Keith to have an
excellent year if he stays healthy. He is a math major from Hershey, PA.
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150
Left to right: Roger Leitzel, Tony Price, Tom Fiorvanti and Dave Marzak.
TOM FIORVANTI
Co-captain and fifth year senior returns to the lineup after redshirting the 1982-83 season .
Tom brings with him a wealth of experience. During the 1981-82 season Tom won both the
Pennsylvania Conference and Eastern Wrestling League titles at 150 lb. weight class.
Undoubtably has the potential to be All American this season . Tom is from Long Island ,
New York and is an elementary education major.
ROGER LEITZEL
Looks to be very strong depth at 150 lbs. behind Fiorvanti . Roger's hard work will make
him an excellent prospect for the future . Should see lots of action this year. A very good
technician on his feet. Roger is a computer science major from Herndon , PA.
158
Left to right: A.1dres Gomez, Dan Klingerman, Greg Sullivan and Mike
Rudolph.
GREG SULLIVAN
Returning letterman seems to be the early favorite at this weight. Posted a 17-13-0 record
as a sophomore last year. With more intensity this year, he could have an exceptional year.
Greg is a business education major from Hughesville, PA.
DAN KLINGERMAN
Probably the brightest surprise of this early season . It is going to be hard to deprive this
young man from being in the lineup somewhere. His unorthodoxed style will be exciting to
watch. Dan won a 1983 PIAA state champ ionship. An accounting major, from right here in
Bloomsburg.
MIKE RUDOLPH
A 1982 PIAA state champion who redshirted last year. Will add strong depth to the middle
weights and should see lots of action this year. A pinner who should be exciting to watch .
Mike has not yet declared a major and is from Reading , PA.
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167
Left to right: Tom Gibble, Bruce Wallace and Darrin Evans.
TOM GIBBLE
This junior has already accomplished a lot and has his best wrestling ahead of him . Tom
was a Pennsylvania Conference champion and 3rd in the Eastern Wrestling League as
freshman . Last year he moved up a weight class and placed 2nd in both the PA Conference
and EWL. Tom is a two-time NCAA qualifier who should gain All American status this year
at 167 lbs. Tom is a Secondary Education major in history from Flemington, NJ.
BRUCE WALLACE
No doubt this two-time PIAA state champion is the Huskies' top recruit for the 1983
campaign. Should be the top 177 lber. early with the possibility of going to 167 lbs. later in
the season . With maturity, he has the potential to be competitive on the national scene.
Bruce has not yet declared a major and is from Tyrone, PA.
DARRIN EVANS
A two-time state placewinner who appears to have his best wrestling ahead of him. Looks
to be top contender at 167 lbs. early in the year. This early experience could make him hard
to beat later in the season . Darrin has not yet declared a major and is from Slatedale, PA.
177
Left to right: Steve Gibble and John Gibas.
STEVE GIBBLE
A transfer from the University of North Carolina. Steve placed third in the A.C.C. as a
freshman . Should add strength and stability to the upper weights . Will see a lot of action at
both 177 and 190 lbs. Steve is a secondary education major in history and is from
Flemington, NJ .
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Left to right: Mark Williams and John McFadden.
JOHN McFADDEN
Junior co-captain , John McFadden returns after posting a 25-10-1 record in 1982-83. John
is known as Mr. Hustle in Bloomsburg Wrestling. As a freshman, John was second in the
Pennsylvania Conference at Heavyweight. Last year John was upset in the first round of
the Eastern Wrestling Championships by Ed Black of Lock Haven who went on to win the
tournament. John is just now coming into his own and should have an outstanding year.
John is a business major from Oakland , NJ .
HWT
Left to right: Chris Tamborra, Ron lppolite and Mike Kruczek.
MIKE KRUCZEK
A senior who is looking forward to his final year. Ever since transferring from Wilkes . he
has been the back-up man at HWT. Looking to prove something this year. Won the
Keystone State Games this past summer . Should be a top contender at HWT this yea r. A
secondary education major in math from Summit Hill, PA.
RON IPPOLITE
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An exceptional athlete for a big man. Runnerup state champion a year ago in New Jersey .
Will add depth and strength at HWT. A hard working individual who has his best wrestling
ahead of him . Has not yet declared a major and is from Blackwood, NJ .
CHRIS TAMBORRA
Six feet , four inches, 275 lbs. and still growing is the best way to describe young Chris . A
runnerup state champion in Connecticut as a junior and dislocated his elbow as a senior
and was unable to compete . Will also add depth and strength at HWT. A very hard worker
who only needs maturity and experience to be an exceptional HWT. Has not yet declared a
major and is from Norwich. CT.
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1982-83 Results
B.U.
OPP.
2nd
Bloomsburg Invitational
5th
Sheridan-Lehigh Invitational
8th
Lock Haven - Mat Town Tournament
38
Shippensburg
4
47
Kutztown
0
39
Indiana
6
24
Slippery Rock
19
29
West Chester
14
18
Clarion
28
17
Lock Haven
24
14
Cleveland State
27
2nd
Pennsylvania Conference Championships
29
Millersville
10
19
West Virginia
20
18
Pittsburgh
26
9
Navy
31
7
Penn State
38
5th
Eastern Wrestling League Championships
41 st
NCAA Division I Championships
Individual Top Performers From 1982-83
Todd Cummings - A four-time letter winner at Bloomsburg, Cummings finished his
career with an overall mark of 95-47-4. During his senior season, he
was 31-10-0, placed second in the PC championships, and was a
NCAA Qualifier at 118 lbs.
Woody Fry -
Compiled a 45-26-1 career mark at Bloomsburg, including a 28-11-1
record during his final year. Placed second in the PC championships,
and third in the EWL wrestling at 126 lbs.
Joe Wade -
Joe last year won the Hwt. title in the PC championships, finished
second in the EWL, and was a NCAA Qualifier on his way to posting a
28-8 record. His career record at Bloomsburg was 76-23-1.
Tom Gibble -
This junior returns for the '83-'84 season after posting a fine 21-10-1
mark during his sophomore campaign. Gibble was second in both the
PC and EWL championships last season at 177 lbs., as well as being a
NCAA Qualifier.
John McFadden - John compiled a 25-10-1 record for the Huskies last year, and returns
for his junior year after finishing third in the PC championships. His
career record stands at 43-17-1.
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Huskies In The EWL
Bloomsburg has enjoyed much success in the Eastern Wrestling League both teamwise and individually in the past eight years. The Huskies won the team championship in
1981, and have never placed lower than fifth . Roger Sand.ers' squads have placed second
four times, third once, and fifth twice .
The team can boast second place on the Tournament Place Winners list (first through
fourth places) with a total of 56, second only to Penn State's 62 .
Individually the Huskies have had 14 tourney champs. They are: Chris Poff (1977) ,
Dom DiGioacchino (1978, 79, 80), Don Reese (1979 , 80 , 81 , 82) , Tony Caravella (1980),
Todd Cummings (1981), Ed Fiorvanti (1981), Tom Fiorvanti (1981), Al McCollum (1982),
and Joe Wade (1982).
Reese was named as the EWL's outstanding wrestler in 1982, and DiGioacchino
copped that honor in 1980.
The three fastest tournament falls are also held by former Bloomsburg wrestlers .
Heavyweight Mel Sharp holds the record with a fall at 0:18 in 1979, while Al McCollum
recorded a fall at 0:36 in 1981 and Leszek Radon pinned an opponent in 0:39 in 1977 .
1982-83 Eastern Wrestling League Standings
1.
Penn State
91
2.
Cleveland State
64.25
3.
Clarion
60.75
4.
Lock Haven
58
5.
Bloomsburg
34.5
6.
Pittsburgh
32.25
7.
West Virginia
9.5
8.
Millersville
.5
Individual Placers
118
Todd Cummings
3rd Place
126
Woody Fry
3rd Place
177
Tom Gibble
2nd Place
Hwt.
Joe Wade
2nd Place
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Huskies In The PC
The Huskies have been crowned champions of the Pennsylvania Conference eight
times in the Conference's 40 year history and rank third on the list of championships won
behind Lock Haven (15) and Clarion (9). In the past eight years, no team other than
Bloomsburg or Clarion has won the team title .
Bloomsburg 's first team title came in 1959, under the direction of Russ Houk. Houk
then directed the Huskies to four more conference titles in the next five years.
Under current coach Roger Sanders, Bloomsburg has never finished lower than sixth
in the tourney, and copped championships in 1979, 1980, and 1982.
Bloomsburg did not have an individual champion until 1957, when Jim Garman began
his string of three straight conference titles. Other three-time champs include: William
Garson (1961-63), Andy Capelli (1977-79), and Tony Caravella (1978-80).
1982-83 Pennsylvania Conference Standings
1.
Clarion
167.5
2.
Bloomsburg
117.25
3.
Lock Haven
106.5
4.
Slippery Rock
100.75
5.
West Chester
57 .5
6.
Millersville
48.75
7.
East Stroudsburg
35.75
8.
California
34
9.
Edinboro
30 .25
10.
Indiana
22 .5
11 .
Shippensburg
21
12.
Kutztown
1.5
13.
Mansfield
.5
--- Individual Placers
118
Todd Cummings
2nd
126
Woody Fry
2nd
134
Nelson Fritz
2nd
150
Greg Sullivan
3rd
167
Mike Hamer
6th
177
Tom Gibble
2nd
190
John McFadden
3rd
Hwt .
Joe Wade
1st
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All Time Records Against
1983-84 Opponents
Lock Haven
12-17
Shippensburg
23-2
Millersville
23-5
Indiana State
First meeting
Michigan
First meeting
West Chester
10-5-1
Indiana (PA)
21-5
Slippery Rock
5-3
E. Stroudsburg
23-6-1
Clarion
3-10
Pittsburgh
5-3
W. Virginia
4-1
Mansfield
15-3
Cleveland State
1-3-1
Penn State
4-3
Kutztown
12-0
The Sanders' Years
1972-73
7-8
1973-74
16-3
1974-75
11-3-1
1975-76
9-8-1
1976-77
11-4
1977-78
11-3
1978-79
16-2-1
1979-80
11-3
1980-81
11-6
1981-82
13-4
1982-83
6-7
11 Seasons-overall record 122-51-3 (.693)
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II
Past NCAA Division I
Placewinners
Bob Hall
167 lbs.
NCAA 5th 1963
Ron Russo
137 lbs.
NCAA 6th 1968
NCAA 4th 1969
Richard Scorese
137 lbs.
NCAA 6th 1964
Floyd Hitchcock
177 lbs.
NCAA 1st 1974
Bill Robb
130 lbs.
NCAA 6th 1964
Randy Watts
150 lbs.
NCAA 6th 1975
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I
Tony Caravella
150 lbs.
NCAA 7th 1980
Dominic DiGioacchino
167 lbs.
NCAA 5th 1979
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Don Reese
134 lbs.
NCAA 2nd 1982
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All-Time Dual Meet Records
Vear
Record
Year
Record
1936-37
3-0
1967-68
8-4-1
1937-38
1-3
1968-69
11-3-1
1938-39
1-4
1969-70
11-5
1954-55
1-6
1970-71
12-8
1955-56
5-3
1972-73
7-8
1956-57
6-3
1973-74
16-3
1957-58
5-2
1974-75
11-3-1
1958-59
9-1
1975-76
9-8-1
1959-60
10-0
1976-77
11-4
1960-61
11-1
1977-78
11-3
1961-62
10-1
1978-79
16-2-1
1962-63
13-0
1979-80
11-3
1963-64
10-3
1980-81
11-6
1964-65
12-0-1
1981-82
13-4
1965-66
10-1-1
1982-83
6-7
1966-67
10-5
Junior John McFadden (190)
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Two Of Bloomsburg's Finest
• • •
Floyd "Shorty" Hitchcock
Perhaps the greatest wrestler ever to represent the outstanding
wrestling tradition at Bloomsburg University was Floyd "Shorty"
Hitchcock.
Hitchcock began his collegiate wrestling career at Bloomsburg
during the fall semester of 1969 under the direction of head coach
Russell E. Houk. As a freshman, wrestling at 177 lbs., he posted a
10-4 record, finishing third in both the Pennsylvania Conference
and the NAIA tourney. After finishing 19-1 during his sophomore
year, winning the PC crown at 190 lbs. and placing second in the
annual NAIA Championships, Hitchcock went undefeated (21-0)
during his junior year of 1972-73. During that year Hitchcock won
his second consecutive PC title at 190 lbs.
Prior to his final year of eligibility as a Husky grappler, Shorty represented Bloomsburg
at the World Un iversity Games in Moscow where he won a silver medal. During his senior
year he compiled a 34-2-2 record topping his career off by winning both the NCAA
Division I and Division II titles at 177 lbs. He was also named Outstanding Wrestler in both
NCAA tournaments.
Shorty is currently the head wrestling coach at Springford (PA) High School.
Don Reese
A recent graduate of Bloomsburg, Reese met with instant
success when he began his wrestling career at Bloomsburg as a
freshman, and his success continued throughout his four years as
a Husky wrestler.
As a freshman Reese was 32-9 at 126 lbs. for Bloomsburg,
finishing first in the EWL championships and second in the PC
championships. During his sophomore season, when he compiled
a 29-9 record, Reese duplicated his tournament finishes, placing
first in the EWL and second in the PC.
As a junior Reese switched to the 134 lb. weight class and had a
34-2-2 record, winning the EWL title for the third consecutive year
and finishing third in the PC tourney. During his final campaign
Reese was 32-2-2, winning both the EWL and PC championships at
134 lbs. Reese topped off his senior year by finishing second to C.D . Mock of North
Carolina at the NCAA Division I championships in March. He was also named the EWL
"Wrestler of the Year" for his performance in his final year.
Reese finished his career with 126 wins; the most recorded by any Bloomsburg
wrestler. He won an unprecedented four straight EWL championships, and holds
numerous Husky wrestling records.
He is currently the assistant coach at Lower Dauphin (PA) High School.
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Other Wrestling Happenings
at BU
Father-Son Weekend
A first of its kind in wrestling is Bloomsburg's Father-Son Weekend held in conjunction with the highly successful Husky Wrestling School, now in its 10th year. The opportunity for a young wrestler and his father to
get away, spend some time together and
learn the art of wrestling from the very best.
(See 1983 dates below).
Japanese National Wrestling Team
Last spring after competing in the World
Cup Games, the national wrestling squad of
Japan visited Bloomsburg for several days of
workouts and instructional sessions. The
entourage made a two-week tour of the U.S.,
including its competitions in such places as
Toledo, Ohio and New York City.
10th Annual Husky Wrestling School
Now in its tenth successful year, the Husky Wrestling School offers instruction and
wrestling for all ages for three weeks. (See 1983 dates below). For the beginner to the
advanced competitor, there is much to offer from a staff of qualified coaches from all levels
and several collegiate performers.
The 6th Annual Spring Wrestling Championships
This popular event is in its sixth year and will again include three divisions-elementary, junior high school and senior high school. Well over 400 wrestlers participated in the two-day event a year ago and it gets bigger every year. (See 1983 dates
below).
Father-Son Weekend - July 6-7-8
Husky Wrestling School
Midget Camp (Grades 1-6) - July 8-12
Regular Camp - June 24-28 and July 15-19
Spring Wrestling Tournament
Elementary - March 31
Junior and Senior High - April 1
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Nelson Fieldhouse
"Home Of The Huskies"
The Nelson Fieldhouse, located on Bloomsburg University's upper campus, serves as
home for most of BU's athletic events. The facility has all the necessary ingredients as it
holds a 3000 seat arena for all home wrestling and basketball games, an indoor track, two
tennis courts, an olympic size swimming pool , and two handball/racquetball courts. The
building has classroom and office space for use by the health/physical education and
athletic staffs. Nelson also houses the wrestling practice room, which is a fully padded
area located on the second floor. A totally equipped Nautilus weight room adds to the
strength and conditioning areas of the program, and Nelson also offers a training room
staffed by a full-time physical therapist and no less than six student assistants. Also an
equipment manager handles the needs of most of Bloomsburg's 18 varsity athletic teams.
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Training Room
,~
Equipment Manager
Ron Morgan
Mr. Ron Morgan has served as Bloomsburg's equipment manager for the past ten
years. Ron is located in the Nelson Fieldhouse and handles most of the equipment needs
of BU's 18 varsity programs.
Head Trainer
Art Hopkins
Art is in his first year as the Head Trainer at Bloomsburg. He is a licensed Physical
Therapist (LPT) and a received his certificate from Hahneman Hospital in Philadelphia
and his undergraduate degree at East Stroudsburg.
1983-84 Bloomsburg University
Schedule
November
December
18-19
1
LOCK HAVEN
7:30 p.m.
2-3
at Sheridan Invitational
Bethlehem, PA
6
at Shippensburg
7:30 p.m.
9
29-30
January
March
* MILLERSVILLE
7:30 p.m.
at Wilkes Open
Wilkes-Barre, PA
5
INDIANA STATE
7:30 p.m.
6
MICHIGAN
7:30 p.m.
7
at West Chester Invitational
West Chester, PA
10
INDIANA (PA)/SHIPPENSBURG
1:00 p.m.
13
SLIPPERY ROCK
7:30 p.m.
14
at East Stroudsburg
2:00 p.m.
17
at West Chester
7:30 p.m.
20
* CLARION
7:30 p.m.
22
* PITTSBURGH
2:30 p.m.
27-28
February
BLOOMSBURG INVITATIONAL
at PSAC Championships
Lock Haven, PA
4
·• WEST VIRGINIA
7:30 p.m.
7
* at Lock Haven
8:00 p.m.
9
MANSFIELD
7:30 p.m.
11
* at Cleveland State
4:00 p.m.
16
* at Penn State
7:30 p.m.
18
at Kutztown
7:30 p.m.
24-25
at EWL Championships
Millersville, PA
at NCAA Division I
Championships
Hackensack, NJ
8-10
*Eastern Wrestling League Contest
Head Coach Roger Sanders, and Senior Co-Captain Tom Fiorvanti.
1983-84
cw
"A Commitment To Excellence"
Bloomsburg University is a multi-purpose institution of higher education serving the
citizens of Pennsylvania as one of the 14 Commonwealth-owned Universities. With a
commitment to provide a quality, affordable education for all qualified students,
Bloomsburg combines the tradition of an institution founded in 1839 with modern
learning, living, and recreational programs and facilities . Commonwealth funding
provides 55 percent of Bloomsburg 's annual operating budget.
Undergraduate students may enro ll in degree programs in 64 areas of study in the arts
and sciences, business, teacher education, nursing , and health sciences. A program in
engineering is offered in conjunction with the Pennsylvania State University, and
preparation for post-baccalaureate study at professional schools is offered. Unique
educational opportunities are available through advanced placement, study abroad,
professional practicum , internships, independent study and the Center for Academic
Development programs.
At the graduate level, the master's degree is offered in 25 areas of study and there are 1O
supervisory certification programs in the field of teacher education .
Extended program offerings provide continuing , life-long learning opportunities for
people of all ages and educational interests through non-degree courses , non-credit minicourses, international studies and exchanges , cooperative education , courses offered at
off-campus locations and by public service television, and credit for work experience.
Enrollment for the Fall semester, 1982, totalled 6,240 students. There were 4,879 fulltime and 867 part-time undergraduates , and 105 full-time and 389 part-time graduate
students. Instruction is provided by a 350-member faculty .
The University's 173-acre campus overlooks the town of Bloomsburg and the scenic
Susquehanna Valley. Carver Hall , built in 1867, provides a contrast with the modern
facilities that include seven residence halls , a library, a 2000-seat auditorium , student
union, dining hall, gymnasium , administration building , four classroom buildings, athletic
fields, and recreational areas on the lower campus. An athletic complex and recreational
area occupy the school's 100-acre upper campus. In addition, the James H. McCormick
Center for Human Services is currently under construction on the lower campus.
Located less than two miles from an Interstate 80 interchange, and 22 miles from
Interstate 81, Bloomsburg is within one hour's driving time from Wilkes-Barre/ Scranton,
Hazleton, and Williamsport , 1½ hours from Harrisburg , 2½ hours from Philadelphia, and 3
hours from New York City. The community is 45 miles from the Avoca International
Airport and is serviced by major bus lines.
Bloomsburg has an enviable placement record . Of the 1,127 who graduated in the
1981-82 academic year, 80% had meaningful employment or were in graduate school one
year later.
Active files of over 25,000 living alumni are kept by the college. Graduates of BU have
distinguished themselves in areas including law, medicine (one is a Nobel Laureate),
science, architecture, education , industry and research .
The Bloomsburg Un iversity is fully accredited by the Middle States Association of
Colleges and Schools, the National Council for the Accreditation of Teacher Education ,
and the Pennsylvania State Board of Education .
Table Of Contents
Bloomsburg University - "A Commitment To Excellence" ................. front cover
Media Information, Quick Facts and Contacts .................................... 1
Head Coach, Roger Sanders ..................................................... 2
Assistant Coach, Carl Poff and Staff ............................................. 3
Outlook ...................................................................... 4-5
1983-84 Roster .................................................................. 6
Weight By Weight Introductions .............................................. 7-11
1982-83 Results and Individual Top Performers .................................. 12
The Huskies in the EWL, 1982-83 Standings and Individual Placers ............... 13
The Huskies in the PC, 1982-83 Standings and Individual Placers ................. 14
All-Time Records Against 1983-84 Opponents ................................... 15
The Sanders' Years ............................................................ 15
Past NCAA Division I Place Winners ............................................ 16
All-Time Dual Meet Records .................................................... 17
Shorty Hitchcock, Don Reese ................................................... 18
Wrestling Happenings at BU .................................................... 19
Nelson Fieldhouse and Facilities ................................................ 20
1983-84 Schedule ...................................................... back cover
To The MediaFor further information concerning Bloomsburg Wrestling, contact Bloomsburg
Sports Information Director Jim Hollister, Waller Administration Building, Bloomsburg University, Bloomsburg, PA 17815 (phone: 717-389-4413, office; 717-784-7756,
home).
Quick Facts And Contacts
At BU
Location: Bloomsburg, PA 17815
Enrollment: 6300
General Information: 717-389-4000
President: Larry W. Jones (Acting)
Athletic Department: 717-389-4049
Athletic Director: Roger Sanders (phone: 717-389-4360)
Colors: Maroon and Gold
Nickname: Huskies
Member: NCAA (Division I), Pennsylvania Conference, Eastern Wrestling League
Home: Nelson Fieldhouse (3000)
Trainer: Arthur Hopkins (phone: 717-389-4401)
Equipment Manager: Ron Morgan (phone: 717-389-4374)
Wrestling Office: 717-389-4366
Head Coach
Roger Sanders
Winning wrestling teams have become a tradition at Bloomsburg University and Coach
Roger B. Sanders has been responsible for building an outstanding program. Sanders is in
his twelfth year as head coach and has compiled an impressive 122-51-3 record .
During his tenure, Sanders has led B.U. to three first places and two seconds in the
Pennsylvania Conference Championships in the last five years and the Eastern Wrestling
League Championship in 1980-81 . His teams have consistantly been in the top three in the
EWL since its beginning. In his years at the helm, Sanders has coached three National
Champions and numerous All Americans. His most recent grappler to gain All American
honors was Don Reese, who was the 134 lb . runnerup at the NCAA Division I National
Championships in 1982.
Sanders is a very positive individual who brings a winning philosophy to both wrestling
and life. The philosophy of discipline, dedication , intensity and goal setting seem to
represent the program. Sanders states , "It is our hope that these young men learn and take
these characteristics with them as they pursue their personal goals."
A native of Fairless Hills, PA, Sanders was named as BU 's Director of Athletics in July
of 1982, giving him the additional responsibilities of overseeing Bloomsburg's 18 varsity
athletic programs. His major goal will be fund raising for the purpose of maintaining
strong programs in the NCAA Divisions I and II.
Sanders graduated from West Chester University where he won three Middle Atlantic
University Division Championships and a NCAA College Division Championship.
Sanders has the distinguished accomplishment of never losing a dual meet in either high
school or college. Before coming to Bloomsburg, he served as a head coach at New York
University where he had a five year record of 50-18-1 .
In addition to his responsibilities as BU's Athletic Director and head wrestling coach,
Sanders serves as clinician at many of the outstanding wrestling clinics and camps
throughout the United States. He has just completed his ninth successful year of directing
the Husky Wrestling School at BU.
Head Coach , Roger Sanders.
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Assistant Coach
Carl Poff
Poff begins his second year as an assistant coach for Bloomsburg University after
serving as an assistant at the University of North Carolina for three years. As assistant at
UNC, he aided the Tarheels in becoming a national power and helped many individuals
gain national honors. A year ago , the team reached the lofty goal of fifth in the country and
in Poff's final year at the school , five wrestlers gained All American honors and one was
crowned national champion . In a somewhat unique situation, North Carolina's C .D. Mock ,
a former teammate of Poff's at the high school level, defeated Bloomsburg's Don Reese, a
former teammate of Poff's at the collegiate level , in the NCAA's 134 lb. final while he was at
UNC.
A 1979 graduate of Bloomsburg , Poff wrestled four years for the Huskies compiling an
88-37-2 overall mark . He was team captain for three consecutive years and was a third
place finisher in the Eastern Wrestling League championships during his senior year. In
addition, the Newtown, PA native compiled a 33-9 record in his final campaign and placed
third in the Pennsylvan ia Conference championships .
His main responsibilities are in the area of recruiting and , in addition, he works with the
Bloomsburg wrestlers in the room on the technical aspects of the sport.
The Staff
Joe Geiger -
Will be in charge of the Huskies' records and statistics for the 198384 season .
Joe Gerst -
A former NAIA and Pennsylvania Conference champion for Bloomsburg, Gerst will be an instructional assistant.
John Hohmann -
A 1975 graduate of Bloomsburg, Hohmann is strength coach for all
BU sports .
Bob Rohm -
Another former NAIA and Pennsylvania Conference champion ,
Rohm will act as an instructional assistant.
Paul Tillman -
A former All American at West Chester, Tillman oversees the
Huskies' mandatory study halls.
Dr. Calvin Walker - A member of the Psychology Department at BU since 1967, Walker
is the Huskies' academic and scheduling advisor.
Assistant Coach, Carl Poff and Sanders.
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1983-84 Season Outlook
Bloomsburg University head wrestling coach Roger Sanders knows his Huskies are
going to be good, but just how good remains to be seen. "There is more talent here than at
any one time before, but there's also a good possibility of five or more freshmen being in
the lineup at one time ," he commented.
Twenty freshmen are currently listed on the 37-member 1983-84 roster, but the
credentials they have established are the basis for Sanders' "optimism" along with the fact
that several veterans are proven winners. According to the Amateur Wrestling News,
Bloomsburg had the 11th best recruiting year among NCAA Division I schools .
"The attitude of the entire squad is exceptional right now, and a lot of that is based on
the great leadership the upperclassmen are providing," Sanders stated. "Being as young
as we are, that leadership is vital to our success this season, " he added.
The largest questions loom in the lower weights as well as the heavyweight class,
where a lack of varsity experience will be evident when the Huskies embark on another
challenging slate which includes 18 dual matches and five tournaments . The season
culminates with the NCAA Division I Championships in the Meadowlands Arena,
Hackensack, NJ, on March 8-10, 1984.
Sophomore Rob Rapsey appears to be the early leader for a starting berth at 118 lbs. A
year ago, he saw very limited action behind standout Todd Cummings, who was a national
tournament participant. A 1981 PIAA state champion, Rick Bonomo, becomes eligible
after the first semester and will challenge for the starting role at that time .
One of the Huskies' tri-captains, Glenn Walter, is the top candidate at 126 lbs. The
senior has been in and out of the BU lineup for the past two years and gained valuable mat
time behind since-graduated Woody Fry. Newcomer Mark Gumble, will press Walter in the
early going, and Rock Bonomo, Rick's twin brother and another 1981 PIAA state titlist, will
be available for duty in the second semester.
Local product Nelson Fritz returns at 134 lbs. where he posted a fine 18-6-0 mark and
was a runnerup to Clarion 's Mark Ciccarello in the Pennsylvania Conference Championships . Battling with Fritz is Jon Moser, a transfer from West Chester where he captured
back-to-back East Coast Conference crowns and made consecutive appearances in the
national tourney while earning 35 victories against just seven losses.
Another transfer student appears headed for the top spot at 142 lbs. where competition
has been limited somewhat due to the loss of Jeff Gray, who is sidelined again this season
with a hand injury . Dan Comfort, who has joined the squad this season after spending two
years at Temple University, should be in a real battle with returning veteran Keith Youtz,
who was 8-8-0 last season .
Senior Tom Fiorvanti redshirted a year ago but returns to compete in the 150 lb. weight
class . Two years ago he won both the Eastern Wrestling League and the Pennsylvania
Conference titles at this weight and represented BU in the Division I tourney . Freshman
Roger Leitzel will be available for duty when needed.
Veteran Greg Sullivan is back at 158 lbs. but will be hard pressed by two freshmen for
the right to represent Bloomsburg at that weight. Mike Rudolph and Dan Klingerman , both
former PIAA champions, have been impressive during the pre-season workouts and will
be heard from before the season 's over.
" A great amount of flexibility" will prevail in the next four weights where Sanders
enjoys the option of having several championship calibre veterans in the lineup as well as
newcomers who should allow the team to maintain its reputation for outstanding
performers in the upper weights .
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Prior to the return ot national qualifier Tom Gibble, in the second semester, newcomer
Darrin Evans will most likely be the starter at 167 lbs. A year ago, Gibble ran up a 21-10-0
record and was second in the EWL earning him a trip to Oklahoma City and the national
tourney a second time.
Gibbie's brother Steve, a transfer from the University of North Carolina, also becomes
eligible following the opening semester and will face a stern test for starting rights in the
person of two-time PIAA champion Bruce Wallace . The freshman is considered Sanders'
top recruit for the upcoming campaign and, with experience and maturity, could be one of
BU's finest wrestlers to come along in years.
The other BU performer to record 20+ wins in 1982-83, junior John McFadden, is the
Huskies' 190 lber. again this year after going 25-10-1 last season. After turning in his
shoulder pads at the close of the Huskies' football campaign, freshman Mark Williams will
provide McFadden's main competition .
The departure of Pennsylvania Conference champion and EWL runnerup, Joe Wade,
leaves Sanders with a huge void to fill at heavyweight. A senior and two freshmen are
locked up in a brawl to replace the talented Wade.
Mike Kruczek, who has been waiting in the wings for the past few years, is the only
performer with any collegiate experience. The 300 lb. senior was 4-6-0 last season. First
year wrestlers Ron lppolite and Chris Tamborra bring good credentials with them,
previously winning state crowns in New Jersey and Connecticut respectively. According
to Sanders, "All three will see action before this year's over."
Bloomsburg suffered through a tough 6-7 dual match campaign in 1982-83 and fifth in
the EWL but registered a second-place showing in the PC tourney and appears ready to
regroup and return to the winning ways, which saw the Huskies compile nine straight
winning seasons prior to a year ago.
Sophomore Keith Youtz (142)
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1983-84 Roster
Year
Height
Weight Class
Glenn Bateman
Fr.
Rick Bonomo
Fr.
5-4
5-6½
5-6
5-8
5-7
6-0
5-10
5-11
6-0
5-11
6-1
5-8
5-10
5-8
5-7½
5-9
5-4
6-0
5-6
5-11
6-2
5-8
5-7
5-8½
6-3
5-6
5-9
5-8
5-5
5-10
5-7
5-11
6-4
118
118
126
142
134
167
150
134
177
167
177
134
158
142
126
142
118
Name
Rocky Bonomo
Fr.
Dan Comfort
Jr.
Phil Conner
Jr.
Darrin Evans
Fr.
Tom Fiorvanti
Sr.
Nelson Fritz
Jr.
John Gibas
So.
Tom Gibble
Jr.
Steve Gibble
Jr.
Brendt Gladfelter Fr.
Andres Gomez
Fr.
Jeff Gray
So.
Mark Gumble
Fr.
Jeff Hostelley
Fr.
John Hourani
Fr.
Ron lppolite
Fr.
Bill Irving
Fr.
Dan Klingerman
Fr.
Mike Kruczek
Sr.
Roger Leitzel
Fr.
Brian Maccarella
Fr.
Dave Marzak
Fr.
John McFadden
Jr.
Jon Moser
Jr.
Trace Nevil
Jr.
Tony Price
Fr.
Rob Rapsey
So.
Michael Rudolph
Fr.
Ty Smith
So.
Greg Sullivan
Jr.
Chris Tamborra
Fr.
Bruce Wallace
Fr.
Glenn Walter
Sr.
Mark Williams
Fr.
Keith Youtz
So.
6-1
5-7
6-2
5-9
HWT
126
158
HWT
150
134
150
190
134
142
150
118
158
142
158
HWT
167
126
190
142
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Hometown (High School)
Worcester (Methacton)
Hunlock Creek (Lake Lehman)
Hunlock Creek (Lake Lehman)
Oreland (Springfield)
Camp Hill (Cumberland Valley)
Slatedale (Northern Lehigh)
Massapequa, NY (Massapequa)
Benton (Benton)
West Mifflin (West Mifflin North)
Flemington, NJ (Hunterdon Cen .)
Flemington , NJ (Hunterdon Cen.)
York (West York)
Farmingdale, NY (Farmingdale)
Hughesville (Hughesville)
Maine, NY (Maine-Endwell)
Danville (Danville)
Elmer, NJ (Schalick)
Blackwood , NJ (Highland Regional)
Palmerton (Palmerton)
Bloomsburg (Bloomsburg)
Summit Hill (Panther Valley)
Herndon (Upper Dauphin)
Atco, NJ (Cherokee)
Newtown (Shikellamy)
Oakland, NJ (Indian Hills)
Collegeville (Methacton)
Benton (Central Columbia)
Strasburg , VA (Strasburg)
Camp Hill (Cedar Cliff)
Reading (Wilson)
Milford (Delaware Valley)
Hughesville (Hughesville)
Norwich , CT (Norwich Free
Academy
Tyrone (Tyrone)
Lititz (Warwick)
Bloomsburg (Central Columbia)
Hummelstown (Hershey)
Weight By Weight Introductions
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Left to right: Rob Rapsey, John Hourani, Rick Bonomo and Glenn Bateman.
RICKY BONOMO
After winning a PIAA state championship in 1981 and redshirting in 1982, Ricky appears to
be ready for action . Probably one of the most talented wrestlers to ever attend
Bloomsburg , discipline and dedication will be the determining factors for Ricky's success .
He will be the leading candidate to start at 118 lbs. A freshman from Hunlock Creek, he is
majoring in art.
ROB RAPSEY
Should be in the starting lineup early in the season . A technically sound wrestler who has
not yet had the opportunity to prove himself. Wrestled behind Todd Cummings last year
and was plagued by injuries. Needs to add a little weight and strength to be national
calibre. Rob is an elementary education major from Camp Hill , PA.
.
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Left to right: Bill Irving, Glenn Walter, Rocky Bonomo and Mark Gumble.
ROCKY BONOMO
Along with brother Ricky , Rocky also won a PIAA state crown in 1981 and redshirted last
year. An exciting wrestler who will be the leading candidate to start at 126 lbs. in January.
Potential All American if he dedicates himself to that goal. Success depends on maturity.
He is a freshman from Hunlock Creek majoring in art.
GLENN WALTER
This senior co-captain is one of the hardest workers on the team . Leading candidate to
start at 126 lbs. early in the year. Determination and dedication will make Glenn a sound
performer for the Huskies. Glenn's contributions in leadership and hard work make him a
true 9-sset to the team . A business major from Warwick, PA.
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134
Left to right: Brendt Gladfelter, Phil Conner, Nelson Fritz, Brian Maccarelfa
and Jon Moser.
NELSON FRITZ
After coming off a fine season in 1982, Nelson seems to have really matured for the 1983
season. He was 18-6-0 and placed second in the conference behind Mark Ciccarella of
Clarion. Looking for Nelson to have an exceptional year seeing action at both 134 and 142
lbs. Nelson is an elementary education major from Benton, PA.
JON MOSER
A junior transfer from West Chester University is a very welcome addition to the Husky
Lineup. Jon is a two time East Coast Conference champion and a two time NCAA
qualifier. Jon's dedication and ability could bring him All American honors this year. He is
a true leader both on and off the mat. Jon is a biology major from Collegeville, PA.
142
Left to right: Dan Comfort, Jeff Hostelfey, Ty Smith, Trace Nevil, Keith
Youtz and Jeff Gray.
DAN COMFORT
A transfer from Temple who redshirted last year for the Huskies. With an early season
injury to Jeff Gray, Dan seems to be the top contender at this weight. A hard worker with
sound technique ... looking to prove himself, capable of winning at Division I level. Dan is
a business major from Oreland, PA.
KEITH YOUTZ
An outstanding freshman of a year ago who was hampered with a severe knee injury.
Looking for Keith to be in full swing by mid year. A very exciting wrestler because of his
ability to pin. After posting an 8-8-0 record last year, we're looking for Keith to have an
excellent year if he stays healthy. He is a math major from Hershey, PA.
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150
Left to right: Roger Leitzel, Tony Price, Tom Fiorvanti and Dave Marzak.
TOM FIORVANTI
Co-captain and fifth year senior returns to the lineup after redshirting the 1982-83 season .
Tom brings with him a wealth of experience. During the 1981-82 season Tom won both the
Pennsylvania Conference and Eastern Wrestling League titles at 150 lb. weight class.
Undoubtably has the potential to be All American this season . Tom is from Long Island ,
New York and is an elementary education major.
ROGER LEITZEL
Looks to be very strong depth at 150 lbs. behind Fiorvanti . Roger's hard work will make
him an excellent prospect for the future . Should see lots of action this year. A very good
technician on his feet. Roger is a computer science major from Herndon , PA.
158
Left to right: A.1dres Gomez, Dan Klingerman, Greg Sullivan and Mike
Rudolph.
GREG SULLIVAN
Returning letterman seems to be the early favorite at this weight. Posted a 17-13-0 record
as a sophomore last year. With more intensity this year, he could have an exceptional year.
Greg is a business education major from Hughesville, PA.
DAN KLINGERMAN
Probably the brightest surprise of this early season . It is going to be hard to deprive this
young man from being in the lineup somewhere. His unorthodoxed style will be exciting to
watch. Dan won a 1983 PIAA state champ ionship. An accounting major, from right here in
Bloomsburg.
MIKE RUDOLPH
A 1982 PIAA state champion who redshirted last year. Will add strong depth to the middle
weights and should see lots of action this year. A pinner who should be exciting to watch .
Mike has not yet declared a major and is from Reading , PA.
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167
Left to right: Tom Gibble, Bruce Wallace and Darrin Evans.
TOM GIBBLE
This junior has already accomplished a lot and has his best wrestling ahead of him . Tom
was a Pennsylvania Conference champion and 3rd in the Eastern Wrestling League as
freshman . Last year he moved up a weight class and placed 2nd in both the PA Conference
and EWL. Tom is a two-time NCAA qualifier who should gain All American status this year
at 167 lbs. Tom is a Secondary Education major in history from Flemington, NJ.
BRUCE WALLACE
No doubt this two-time PIAA state champion is the Huskies' top recruit for the 1983
campaign. Should be the top 177 lber. early with the possibility of going to 167 lbs. later in
the season . With maturity, he has the potential to be competitive on the national scene.
Bruce has not yet declared a major and is from Tyrone, PA.
DARRIN EVANS
A two-time state placewinner who appears to have his best wrestling ahead of him. Looks
to be top contender at 167 lbs. early in the year. This early experience could make him hard
to beat later in the season . Darrin has not yet declared a major and is from Slatedale, PA.
177
Left to right: Steve Gibble and John Gibas.
STEVE GIBBLE
A transfer from the University of North Carolina. Steve placed third in the A.C.C. as a
freshman . Should add strength and stability to the upper weights . Will see a lot of action at
both 177 and 190 lbs. Steve is a secondary education major in history and is from
Flemington, NJ .
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Left to right: Mark Williams and John McFadden.
JOHN McFADDEN
Junior co-captain , John McFadden returns after posting a 25-10-1 record in 1982-83. John
is known as Mr. Hustle in Bloomsburg Wrestling. As a freshman, John was second in the
Pennsylvania Conference at Heavyweight. Last year John was upset in the first round of
the Eastern Wrestling Championships by Ed Black of Lock Haven who went on to win the
tournament. John is just now coming into his own and should have an outstanding year.
John is a business major from Oakland , NJ .
HWT
Left to right: Chris Tamborra, Ron lppolite and Mike Kruczek.
MIKE KRUCZEK
A senior who is looking forward to his final year. Ever since transferring from Wilkes . he
has been the back-up man at HWT. Looking to prove something this year. Won the
Keystone State Games this past summer . Should be a top contender at HWT this yea r. A
secondary education major in math from Summit Hill, PA.
RON IPPOLITE
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An exceptional athlete for a big man. Runnerup state champion a year ago in New Jersey .
Will add depth and strength at HWT. A hard working individual who has his best wrestling
ahead of him . Has not yet declared a major and is from Blackwood, NJ .
CHRIS TAMBORRA
Six feet , four inches, 275 lbs. and still growing is the best way to describe young Chris . A
runnerup state champion in Connecticut as a junior and dislocated his elbow as a senior
and was unable to compete . Will also add depth and strength at HWT. A very hard worker
who only needs maturity and experience to be an exceptional HWT. Has not yet declared a
major and is from Norwich. CT.
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1982-83 Results
B.U.
OPP.
2nd
Bloomsburg Invitational
5th
Sheridan-Lehigh Invitational
8th
Lock Haven - Mat Town Tournament
38
Shippensburg
4
47
Kutztown
0
39
Indiana
6
24
Slippery Rock
19
29
West Chester
14
18
Clarion
28
17
Lock Haven
24
14
Cleveland State
27
2nd
Pennsylvania Conference Championships
29
Millersville
10
19
West Virginia
20
18
Pittsburgh
26
9
Navy
31
7
Penn State
38
5th
Eastern Wrestling League Championships
41 st
NCAA Division I Championships
Individual Top Performers From 1982-83
Todd Cummings - A four-time letter winner at Bloomsburg, Cummings finished his
career with an overall mark of 95-47-4. During his senior season, he
was 31-10-0, placed second in the PC championships, and was a
NCAA Qualifier at 118 lbs.
Woody Fry -
Compiled a 45-26-1 career mark at Bloomsburg, including a 28-11-1
record during his final year. Placed second in the PC championships,
and third in the EWL wrestling at 126 lbs.
Joe Wade -
Joe last year won the Hwt. title in the PC championships, finished
second in the EWL, and was a NCAA Qualifier on his way to posting a
28-8 record. His career record at Bloomsburg was 76-23-1.
Tom Gibble -
This junior returns for the '83-'84 season after posting a fine 21-10-1
mark during his sophomore campaign. Gibble was second in both the
PC and EWL championships last season at 177 lbs., as well as being a
NCAA Qualifier.
John McFadden - John compiled a 25-10-1 record for the Huskies last year, and returns
for his junior year after finishing third in the PC championships. His
career record stands at 43-17-1.
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Huskies In The EWL
Bloomsburg has enjoyed much success in the Eastern Wrestling League both teamwise and individually in the past eight years. The Huskies won the team championship in
1981, and have never placed lower than fifth . Roger Sand.ers' squads have placed second
four times, third once, and fifth twice .
The team can boast second place on the Tournament Place Winners list (first through
fourth places) with a total of 56, second only to Penn State's 62 .
Individually the Huskies have had 14 tourney champs. They are: Chris Poff (1977) ,
Dom DiGioacchino (1978, 79, 80), Don Reese (1979 , 80 , 81 , 82) , Tony Caravella (1980),
Todd Cummings (1981), Ed Fiorvanti (1981), Tom Fiorvanti (1981), Al McCollum (1982),
and Joe Wade (1982).
Reese was named as the EWL's outstanding wrestler in 1982, and DiGioacchino
copped that honor in 1980.
The three fastest tournament falls are also held by former Bloomsburg wrestlers .
Heavyweight Mel Sharp holds the record with a fall at 0:18 in 1979, while Al McCollum
recorded a fall at 0:36 in 1981 and Leszek Radon pinned an opponent in 0:39 in 1977 .
1982-83 Eastern Wrestling League Standings
1.
Penn State
91
2.
Cleveland State
64.25
3.
Clarion
60.75
4.
Lock Haven
58
5.
Bloomsburg
34.5
6.
Pittsburgh
32.25
7.
West Virginia
9.5
8.
Millersville
.5
Individual Placers
118
Todd Cummings
3rd Place
126
Woody Fry
3rd Place
177
Tom Gibble
2nd Place
Hwt.
Joe Wade
2nd Place
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Huskies In The PC
The Huskies have been crowned champions of the Pennsylvania Conference eight
times in the Conference's 40 year history and rank third on the list of championships won
behind Lock Haven (15) and Clarion (9). In the past eight years, no team other than
Bloomsburg or Clarion has won the team title .
Bloomsburg 's first team title came in 1959, under the direction of Russ Houk. Houk
then directed the Huskies to four more conference titles in the next five years.
Under current coach Roger Sanders, Bloomsburg has never finished lower than sixth
in the tourney, and copped championships in 1979, 1980, and 1982.
Bloomsburg did not have an individual champion until 1957, when Jim Garman began
his string of three straight conference titles. Other three-time champs include: William
Garson (1961-63), Andy Capelli (1977-79), and Tony Caravella (1978-80).
1982-83 Pennsylvania Conference Standings
1.
Clarion
167.5
2.
Bloomsburg
117.25
3.
Lock Haven
106.5
4.
Slippery Rock
100.75
5.
West Chester
57 .5
6.
Millersville
48.75
7.
East Stroudsburg
35.75
8.
California
34
9.
Edinboro
30 .25
10.
Indiana
22 .5
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Shippensburg
21
12.
Kutztown
1.5
13.
Mansfield
.5
--- Individual Placers
118
Todd Cummings
2nd
126
Woody Fry
2nd
134
Nelson Fritz
2nd
150
Greg Sullivan
3rd
167
Mike Hamer
6th
177
Tom Gibble
2nd
190
John McFadden
3rd
Hwt .
Joe Wade
1st
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All Time Records Against
1983-84 Opponents
Lock Haven
12-17
Shippensburg
23-2
Millersville
23-5
Indiana State
First meeting
Michigan
First meeting
West Chester
10-5-1
Indiana (PA)
21-5
Slippery Rock
5-3
E. Stroudsburg
23-6-1
Clarion
3-10
Pittsburgh
5-3
W. Virginia
4-1
Mansfield
15-3
Cleveland State
1-3-1
Penn State
4-3
Kutztown
12-0
The Sanders' Years
1972-73
7-8
1973-74
16-3
1974-75
11-3-1
1975-76
9-8-1
1976-77
11-4
1977-78
11-3
1978-79
16-2-1
1979-80
11-3
1980-81
11-6
1981-82
13-4
1982-83
6-7
11 Seasons-overall record 122-51-3 (.693)
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II
Past NCAA Division I
Placewinners
Bob Hall
167 lbs.
NCAA 5th 1963
Ron Russo
137 lbs.
NCAA 6th 1968
NCAA 4th 1969
Richard Scorese
137 lbs.
NCAA 6th 1964
Floyd Hitchcock
177 lbs.
NCAA 1st 1974
Bill Robb
130 lbs.
NCAA 6th 1964
Randy Watts
150 lbs.
NCAA 6th 1975
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Tony Caravella
150 lbs.
NCAA 7th 1980
Dominic DiGioacchino
167 lbs.
NCAA 5th 1979
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Don Reese
134 lbs.
NCAA 2nd 1982
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All-Time Dual Meet Records
Vear
Record
Year
Record
1936-37
3-0
1967-68
8-4-1
1937-38
1-3
1968-69
11-3-1
1938-39
1-4
1969-70
11-5
1954-55
1-6
1970-71
12-8
1955-56
5-3
1972-73
7-8
1956-57
6-3
1973-74
16-3
1957-58
5-2
1974-75
11-3-1
1958-59
9-1
1975-76
9-8-1
1959-60
10-0
1976-77
11-4
1960-61
11-1
1977-78
11-3
1961-62
10-1
1978-79
16-2-1
1962-63
13-0
1979-80
11-3
1963-64
10-3
1980-81
11-6
1964-65
12-0-1
1981-82
13-4
1965-66
10-1-1
1982-83
6-7
1966-67
10-5
Junior John McFadden (190)
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Two Of Bloomsburg's Finest
• • •
Floyd "Shorty" Hitchcock
Perhaps the greatest wrestler ever to represent the outstanding
wrestling tradition at Bloomsburg University was Floyd "Shorty"
Hitchcock.
Hitchcock began his collegiate wrestling career at Bloomsburg
during the fall semester of 1969 under the direction of head coach
Russell E. Houk. As a freshman, wrestling at 177 lbs., he posted a
10-4 record, finishing third in both the Pennsylvania Conference
and the NAIA tourney. After finishing 19-1 during his sophomore
year, winning the PC crown at 190 lbs. and placing second in the
annual NAIA Championships, Hitchcock went undefeated (21-0)
during his junior year of 1972-73. During that year Hitchcock won
his second consecutive PC title at 190 lbs.
Prior to his final year of eligibility as a Husky grappler, Shorty represented Bloomsburg
at the World Un iversity Games in Moscow where he won a silver medal. During his senior
year he compiled a 34-2-2 record topping his career off by winning both the NCAA
Division I and Division II titles at 177 lbs. He was also named Outstanding Wrestler in both
NCAA tournaments.
Shorty is currently the head wrestling coach at Springford (PA) High School.
Don Reese
A recent graduate of Bloomsburg, Reese met with instant
success when he began his wrestling career at Bloomsburg as a
freshman, and his success continued throughout his four years as
a Husky wrestler.
As a freshman Reese was 32-9 at 126 lbs. for Bloomsburg,
finishing first in the EWL championships and second in the PC
championships. During his sophomore season, when he compiled
a 29-9 record, Reese duplicated his tournament finishes, placing
first in the EWL and second in the PC.
As a junior Reese switched to the 134 lb. weight class and had a
34-2-2 record, winning the EWL title for the third consecutive year
and finishing third in the PC tourney. During his final campaign
Reese was 32-2-2, winning both the EWL and PC championships at
134 lbs. Reese topped off his senior year by finishing second to C.D . Mock of North
Carolina at the NCAA Division I championships in March. He was also named the EWL
"Wrestler of the Year" for his performance in his final year.
Reese finished his career with 126 wins; the most recorded by any Bloomsburg
wrestler. He won an unprecedented four straight EWL championships, and holds
numerous Husky wrestling records.
He is currently the assistant coach at Lower Dauphin (PA) High School.
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Other Wrestling Happenings
at BU
Father-Son Weekend
A first of its kind in wrestling is Bloomsburg's Father-Son Weekend held in conjunction with the highly successful Husky Wrestling School, now in its 10th year. The opportunity for a young wrestler and his father to
get away, spend some time together and
learn the art of wrestling from the very best.
(See 1983 dates below).
Japanese National Wrestling Team
Last spring after competing in the World
Cup Games, the national wrestling squad of
Japan visited Bloomsburg for several days of
workouts and instructional sessions. The
entourage made a two-week tour of the U.S.,
including its competitions in such places as
Toledo, Ohio and New York City.
10th Annual Husky Wrestling School
Now in its tenth successful year, the Husky Wrestling School offers instruction and
wrestling for all ages for three weeks. (See 1983 dates below). For the beginner to the
advanced competitor, there is much to offer from a staff of qualified coaches from all levels
and several collegiate performers.
The 6th Annual Spring Wrestling Championships
This popular event is in its sixth year and will again include three divisions-elementary, junior high school and senior high school. Well over 400 wrestlers participated in the two-day event a year ago and it gets bigger every year. (See 1983 dates
below).
Father-Son Weekend - July 6-7-8
Husky Wrestling School
Midget Camp (Grades 1-6) - July 8-12
Regular Camp - June 24-28 and July 15-19
Spring Wrestling Tournament
Elementary - March 31
Junior and Senior High - April 1
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Nelson Fieldhouse
"Home Of The Huskies"
The Nelson Fieldhouse, located on Bloomsburg University's upper campus, serves as
home for most of BU's athletic events. The facility has all the necessary ingredients as it
holds a 3000 seat arena for all home wrestling and basketball games, an indoor track, two
tennis courts, an olympic size swimming pool , and two handball/racquetball courts. The
building has classroom and office space for use by the health/physical education and
athletic staffs. Nelson also houses the wrestling practice room, which is a fully padded
area located on the second floor. A totally equipped Nautilus weight room adds to the
strength and conditioning areas of the program, and Nelson also offers a training room
staffed by a full-time physical therapist and no less than six student assistants. Also an
equipment manager handles the needs of most of Bloomsburg's 18 varsity athletic teams.
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Training Room
,~
Equipment Manager
Ron Morgan
Mr. Ron Morgan has served as Bloomsburg's equipment manager for the past ten
years. Ron is located in the Nelson Fieldhouse and handles most of the equipment needs
of BU's 18 varsity programs.
Head Trainer
Art Hopkins
Art is in his first year as the Head Trainer at Bloomsburg. He is a licensed Physical
Therapist (LPT) and a received his certificate from Hahneman Hospital in Philadelphia
and his undergraduate degree at East Stroudsburg.
1983-84 Bloomsburg University
Schedule
November
December
18-19
1
LOCK HAVEN
7:30 p.m.
2-3
at Sheridan Invitational
Bethlehem, PA
6
at Shippensburg
7:30 p.m.
9
29-30
January
March
* MILLERSVILLE
7:30 p.m.
at Wilkes Open
Wilkes-Barre, PA
5
INDIANA STATE
7:30 p.m.
6
MICHIGAN
7:30 p.m.
7
at West Chester Invitational
West Chester, PA
10
INDIANA (PA)/SHIPPENSBURG
1:00 p.m.
13
SLIPPERY ROCK
7:30 p.m.
14
at East Stroudsburg
2:00 p.m.
17
at West Chester
7:30 p.m.
20
* CLARION
7:30 p.m.
22
* PITTSBURGH
2:30 p.m.
27-28
February
BLOOMSBURG INVITATIONAL
at PSAC Championships
Lock Haven, PA
4
·• WEST VIRGINIA
7:30 p.m.
7
* at Lock Haven
8:00 p.m.
9
MANSFIELD
7:30 p.m.
11
* at Cleveland State
4:00 p.m.
16
* at Penn State
7:30 p.m.
18
at Kutztown
7:30 p.m.
24-25
at EWL Championships
Millersville, PA
at NCAA Division I
Championships
Hackensack, NJ
8-10
*Eastern Wrestling League Contest
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