August Wrestling Mailbag: Seth Answers Reader Questions

08/29/2025 2:32 PM

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OU wrestling is in a transition year with new roster additions and changes, setting higher expectations for the upcoming season
The potential impact of new transfers and roster changes from the transfer portal on OU’s performance this season
Speculation on OU’s performance at the NCAA tournament and the potential for some wrestlers to achieve All-American status
Discussion on the pros and cons of implementing a riding clock in high school wrestling and the potential addition of a 220 weight class in college wrestling
Overview of the rivalry between OKUSA and OKWA in youth wrestling in Oklahoma, highlighting the different perspectives and criticisms of each organization

I haven’t done one of these in a long time, but every once in a while, I like to go to social media, take reader questions, and answer them in a “mailbag” article. Here are some questions you all sent this week, and my take on them. Let’s dig in.

The Cradle Zone-“How is OU gonna be this year with a young, talented roster and some older guys who are AA contenders?”

First off, if you’re an OU fan and not following this kid on social media, you need to be. He really stays on top of recruiting and other stuff for the Sooners.

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