ADRIAN, Mich. (July 9) – As Adrian College continues to see record enrollment, it also is adding more muscle to its athletic offerings. Beginning in the 2015-16 school year, for the first time since 1984, the college will offer wrestling– this time for both men and women.

Adrian last offered wrestling for men from 1959-1984. The Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Association (MIAA) sponsored the sport from 1969-84. During those fifteen years Adrian College earned three MIAA Championships under head coach Paul MacDonald. The program, in its new era, will be run as a NCAA Division III athletic offering. The search for a head coach and recruitment of student-athletes will begin immediately.

“Adrian College has a strong tradition in collegiate wrestling and now is the right time to reintroduce the sport on campus,” said athletic director, Michael Duffy. “There are far reaching advantages in adding wrestling and the sport is making a big comeback at the NCAA Division III level. The local Lenawee County area has strong roots in high school wrestling and would provide student-athletes an avenue to stay close to home to continue their careers.”

When commenting on the new women’s wrestling program Duffy was equally enthusiastic. “Women’s wrestling is rapidly growing across the nation on the youth and high school levels, and there are still limited opportunities for competing at the college level. We believe this addition provides these student-athletes with the chance to continue their athletic pursuits while leveraging a well-rounded, liberal arts education.”

Three regional institutions also boast wrestling teams: Olivet College, Alma College and Trine University. In total, 90 NCAA Division III institutions sponsor wrestling as of the 2013-14 school year. Earlier this year, Wartburg College (Iowa) captured its fourth-straight team NCAA Division III national championship in front of a record attendance of 8,787 spectators for the Saturday night finals in Cedar Rapids, Iowa.

BUENA VISTA, Va.—With a proud tradition and successful history, the Southern Virginia University wrestling program will remove its club status and become an NCAA Division III varsity program beginning the 2014-15 season.

Southern Virginia becomes just the third school in the state of Virginia to offer NCAA Division III wrestling, joining Ferrum College and Washington & Lee University.

“We’re excited to add wrestling as an official sport at Southern Virginia and continue the proud history of the program,” said Director of Athletics Jason Lamb. “Our wrestling program is the only one offered in a Latter-day Saint environment, so to become an official sport will attract additional wrestlers who want live by the code of honor and compete at an NCAA level. Coach Davis is doing a great job with the team and we’re excited to see them compete at a higher standard of competition.”

This past season, the wrestling club sent six individuals to the National Collegiate Wrestling Association championships while five were named USCAA All-Academic recipients. Junior Coulter Sims was additionally recognized as an NWCA All-Academic recipient.

“We are very excited to compete at a higher level and see how we match up on a national stage,” said head wrestling coach Logan Davis. “This is the next step in our evolution and we are prepared to meet the new challenges that will be presented. A varsity wrestling program pairs very well with the overall mission of the school. Wrestling is about more than brute strength – it’s about developing the complete self. I believe we can quickly rise to national recognition.

“There is a lot of untapped wrestling talent out there and I believe recruits will see the commitment of the university to its wrestling program and desire to join our team.”

The wrestling program at Southern Virginia has compiled 17 NCWA All-Americans since the 1999-2000 season, including two national champions in Nate Casperson (2000) and three-time champ Peter Rose (2008-10). A multitude of others have been recognized as a USCAA Wrestler of the Week or Virginia Sports Information Directors (VaSID) first-team honoree.

Roster spots are still available for the 2014-15 season and prospective scholar-athletes are encouraged to contact the Admissions Office at 540-261-8401.

Justin Lutes
6/26/2014 1:38:00 PM
HOBOKEN, N.J. (June 24, 2014) – Former wrestling standout, Joe Favia ’13 (Brick, N.J.), has been selected as the new head coach – eighth all-time – for the Stevens Institute of Technology wrestling program. Favia was a four-year letter winner and a three-year captain for Stevens from 2009-13.

“I am honored to have been selected as the head coach of my alma mater,” stated Favia. “I have a great deal of pride in this Institution and believe in its ability to succeed. I would like to thank Russ Rogers and the Stevens community for their continued support, and faith in my ability to lead this program into the future. I am eager to being a new era of Stevens wrestling, as we prepare to elevate the program to new levels of success.”

As a grappler for the Ducks, Favia twice finished fifth nationally at 165-lbs. at the NCAA Division III Championships in 2012 and 2013 to earn All-America status. In 2012, he claimed the Centennial Conference title and was named Most Outstanding Wrestler of the tournament, and in 2013, the Brick, N.J. native took top honors at the NCAA Eastern Regional. For his outstanding senior season, Favia was named Stevens’ Best Male Athlete.

Favia’s name is dispersed throughout the wrestling record book on the single-season and career lists. He appears four times within the top 18 in single-season wins, including second all-time with 34 victories in 2012, while his .914 winning percentage (32-3) in 2013 sits atop that category. Favia is second all-time in career major decision wins with 21, third in career triumphs with 119 and fourth in winning percentage.

As a coach, Favia was most recently an assistant at Stevens, beginning early-2014. Overlapping that time, Favia has been the Rutgers University club assistant coach since 2013 and also helped out at the University of Iowa from 2010-12 at training camps.

“I could not be happier that Joe has decided to join our staff,” Director of Athletics Russell Rogers (Branchburg, N.J.) said. His passion for the sport of wrestling along with his knowledge and ability to relate with our student-athletes is very special. I look forward to working with Joe, Coach Jeff Jacobs and Coach Jeff Marsh in helping our team reach its fullest potential on and off the mat.”

6/25/2014 1:55:00 PM
YPSILANTI, Mich. (EMUEagles.com) — Eastern Michigan University Vice President and Director of Intercollegiate Athletics Heather Lyke announced Wednesday, June 25, that seven-year EMU Associate Head Wrestling Coach David Bolyard will take over the helm of the EMU wrestling program effective immediately. The search began following the resignation of eight-year head coach Derek DelPorto in late May.

“It is exciting to be able to announce David Bolyard as our next head wrestling coach,” said Lyke. “What stood out for our committee and me about David is not only his competitive passion for Eastern Michigan wrestling, but his focus on positively impacting our student-athletes through the sport of wrestling. David is well prepared to lead our team and continue to augment the success of the program.”

“I would like to thank Heather Lyke, Senior Associate Athletics Director Chris Hoppe and the entire search committee for their commitment through this process,” Bolyard added. “Over the past seven years I have become extremely invested in the success of our student-athletes and this program. Being named the head wrestling coach at Eastern Michigan University is truly an honor and I am excited about the opportunity to help lead this program to the next level.”

Bolyard brings nine years of NCAA Division I coaching experience to his new position. Prior to earning the head job at EMU, he spent seven years as the associate head coach with the Eagles. During those seven seasons, he coached 16 NCAA National Qualifiers and 33 All-Mid-American Conference placers. In addition, six-of-seven teams that he coached earned spots in the top-30 of the National Wrestling Coaches’ Association (NWCA) All-Academic Team Award.

Prior to coming to Ypsilanti, Bolyard spent two years at his alma mater as a graduate assistant coach. At CMU, he saw two top-30 team finishes at the NCAA Division I Championships. In addition, he coached multiple individuals to stellar careers. The Chippewas were MAC Champions in both seasons that Bolyard coached and had 10 individual MAC Champions. On top of the success in conference action, Bolyard helped coach five All-Americans and 15 national qualifiers.

Before beginning his coaching career, Bolyard was a wrestling student-athlete at Central Michigan. As a Chippewa, Bolyard joined the CMU 100 Win Club and earned a spot in CMU laurels by recording the 10th most wins in Central Michigan history. Bolyard also set a then-record of 21 straight wins during his senior campaign. He was a four-time NCAA qualifier, while earning All-American status in 2004. The two-time NWCA Academic All-American won an individual MAC Championship in 2005, while also being named CMU’s Chick Sherwood Most Outstanding Wrestler.

Bolyard graduated from CMU in 2005 with a bachelor’s degree in entrepreneurship before continuing his education and earning a master’s degree from Central in athletic administration in 2008.

The David Bolyard File
Name: David Bolyard
High School: Springfield H.S. – Akron, Ohio
College: Central Michigan University – Bachelor’s degree in Entrepreneurship – 2005
Central Michigan University – Master’s degree in Athletic Administration – 2008
Coaching/Playing Experience
Year School/Company Position
2011-14 Eastern Michigan University Associate Head Wrestling Coach
2007-11 Eastern Michigan University Assistant Wrestling Coach
2005-07 Central Michigan University Graduate Assistant Wrestling Coach
2002-05 Central Michigan University Student-Athlete

UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. – Nittany Lion wrestler David Taylor (St. Paris, Ohio) has been named the Jesse Owens Big Ten Male Athlete of the Year. Taylor was joined on the women’s side by Purdue’s Dani Bunch, a track and field stand-out for the Boilermakers.

Taylor is only the second Penn Stater to ever to be named Big Ten Male Athlete of the Year since the honor’s inception in 1982, joining men’s gymnast Luis Vargas, who won the award in 2005. He is the eighth wrestler to win the award. Six Penn State women have been named Big Ten Female Athlete of the Year, with the last being Megan Hodge (2010, women’s volleyball).

Taylor became the second straight member of head coach Cael Sanderson’s Nittany Lion wrestlers to win Penn State Male Athlete of the Year earlier this month (teammate Ed Ruth won last year’s Penn State honor), putting him on the ballot for the Owens Award. Taylor recently wrapped up one of collegiate wrestling’s most historic careers. He won the 2014 Hodge Trophy as the nation’s top wrestler and was Big Ten Wrestler of the Year for the third time. Taylor became Penn State’s first-ever four-time NCAA finalist and won his second NCAA individual title at 165, leading Penn State to its fourth-straight NCAA Championship in Oklahoma City in March.

Taylor’s 2014 accolades were stunning: Hodge Trophy Award (won twice during his career), NCAA National Champion (for the second time), NCAA Finalist (for the fourth time), NCAA All-American (for the fourth time), Big Ten Wrestler of the Year (for the third time), NCAA Most Dominant Wrestler Award, NCAA Championships Outstanding Wrestler, Big Ten Champion (Penn State’s first four-time Big Ten Champion, joining Ruth with that honor), three-time Big Ten Wrestler of the Week, Academic All-Big Ten (for the fourth time), NWCA First Team All-Academic (for the fourth time), Capital One First Team Academic All-American.

His career numbers are a testament to Taylor’s dominance throughout a landmark collegiate wrestling career. He leaves Penn State as a member of four NCAA Championship teams and four Big Ten Championships teams. Taylor went 34-0 this season to end the year as the nation’s lone unbeaten Division I wrestler and closed out his career with a 134-3 record. His 97.8 career win percentage included an all-time Penn State best 53 pins (ties a school record), 42 technical falls and 30 majors, meaning 125 of his 137 career matches were won by a major or better. Taylor never lost in a dual meet and was a perfect 56-0 all-time against Big Ten competition.

By Jim Sheehan
Hofstra Sports Information

Hempstead, NY – Hofstra University Vice President and Director of Athletics Jeffrey A. Hathaway announced today that Head Wrestling Coach Rob Anspach has resigned his position to pursue professional opportunities outside of coaching.
Anspach has accepted a commercial sales representative position with Advantage Sport & Fitness.

“I would like to extend my sincerest gratitude to Hofstra University, President Stuart Rabinowitz and Vice President and Director of Athletics Jeff Hathaway for the opportunity to be part of the Hofstra Athletic Department and lead the wrestling program,” stated Anspach. “It was a very difficult decision to leave Hofstra, where I have spent the last 18 years as a student-athlete and coach, but this is the best situation for my family. I know Jeff will do a thorough search to find the right candidate for the job and I look forward to supporting the wrestling program for many years to come.”

“I want to express my thanks to Rob for his passion and commitment to the Hofstra Wrestling program as a student-athlete, assistant coach and head coach,” commented Hathaway. “We wish Rob and his family the very best as he moves to his new position in the fitness equipment business. I know he will enjoy the same success there as he has as a wrestling coach.”

Anspach just completed his third season as head coach and his 12th year on the Pride staff in 2013-14. Anspach concludes his Hofstra tenure (assistant and head coaching) having helped lead the Pride to a 136-86-6 dual meet record and 10 conference championships. In addition, he assisted in the development of 41 league champions and 76 student-athletes reached the NCAA Championships during his time on the Hofstra coaching staff. Of that 76, 15 have earned All-America honors.

A 2001 graduate of Hofstra, Anspach compiled a 69-51 record during his five-year career as a student-athlete with the Pride.

Zach Tanelli, who has served as the head assistant coach for the past two seasons and just concluded his fifth season on staff, has been named the interim head coach.

Tanelli is a 2009 graduate of Wisconsin where he was a member of the Badgers wrestling squad. During his undergraduate career, Tanelli posted an 88-31 overall record and earned All-American accolades in 2009. He also qualified for the NCAA Championships on three occasions.

Hathaway also announced that a national search for the next head coach of the Hofstra Wrestling program will begin immediately.

By Collin Boyles
Northern Colorado Sports Information

GREELEY – The future of Northern Colorado Wrestling begins on Monday as Director of Athletics Darren Dunn announced Troy Nickerson as the program’s seventh head coach in its 35 year history.

“After a lengthy, diligent process, we found a great leader for our wrestling program in Troy Nickerson,” Dunn said. “He is a bright star in wrestling, familiar with Colorado Wrestling and he will be a great mentor for our student-athletes. I am truly excited Troy will be joining our UNC family.”

Nickerson comes to Northern Colorado after coaching the past two seasons at Iowa State and finishing a remarkable collegiate career with Cornell from 2006-10. His recent history in the sport includes NCAA Championships and All-American statuses; along with off-the-mat initiatives to build relationships in his community.

“I’m extremely excited to join the Northern Colorado Wrestling community,” Nickerson said. “I want to thank Darren Dunn and the search committee for believing in me and providing me with this opportunity. I will work tirelessly to make UNC Wrestling a force to be reckoned with in the future.”

Nickerson’s main responsibilities at Iowa State included the lightweights of 125-149 pounds. During his two seasons, he coached one NCAA All-American and one NCAA qualifier in 2013-14 and finished all of his starters with a record of at least .500 in 2012-13. Prior to joining the Iowa State wrestling program, Nickerson served as an assistant coach at the Finger Lakes Wrestling Club from 2011-12 in Ithaca, N.Y. He was also the head coach of the FLWC college team during 2010-11.

During his four seasons as a member of the Big Red wrestling program at Cornell, Nickerson finished as an NCAA Champion in 2009 at 125 pounds, a four-time All-American, a two-time NCAA Tournament finalist and racked up a 97-8 career record, placing himself 20th all-time in wins in program history.

Nickerson inherits the program that went down to Arizona State and won on the Sun Devils’ home opener, 24-15. The team finished the 2013-14 season with a 5-13 record and a Western Wrestling All-Conference third team selection to upcoming senior Henry Chirino (Brandon, Fla.). Chirino and fellow senior Mitchell Polkowske (LaJara, Colo.) recently finished fifth in their weight divisions at the ASICS National Championships in late May. Teammate Trey Andrews (Safford, Ariz.) will also participate in late-season matches, heading to the Junior Pan American Championships with USA Wrestling from June 27-29.

Originally from Chenango Forks, N.Y., Nickerson graduated from Cornell in 2010 with a bachelor’s degree in biology & science with a minor in nutritional science.

Coaching Career
2012-14 – Assistant Coach, Iowa State
Duals Record Total – 20-12 (.625)

Individual Wrestling Accomplishments
Cornell – 2006-10
4x All-American
2x NCAA Finalist
2009 NCAA Championship @ 125 lbs
97-8 college career
20th all-time in wins at Cornell

What They’re Saying
“What a great day for wrestling! The fact that the Darren Dunn and the leadership of the University of Northern Colorado went to such great lengths to go out and hire a coach of Troy Nickerson’s reputation and character sends a strong message about their commitment to wrestling. I’m confident that Troy will bring an energy and professionalism to the program that will set UNC Wrestling up for long term success. USA Wrestling welcomes Troy back to Colorado, we’re excited for him as he takes this next step in his wrestling career.” – Rich Bender, Executive Director of USA Wrestling
“Coach Nickerson is a phenomenal wrestler, coach, and mentor. There is no doubt that he will lead the University of Northern Colorado wrestling program to extraordinary success.” – Mike Moyer, Executive Director of National Wrestling Coaches Association

“Troy is a legend in New York state and is certainly known nation-wide. He was a phenomenal high school wrestler and an equally sensational college career for Cornell. He was a gutsy competitor and found a way to win a national title, literally with one arm, and that’s what I’ll always remember about Troy. He’s very intelligent, and Cornell’s tough as it is, but to be a pre-med major and to be a four-time NCAA All-American gives you the idea of the type of focus and time management skills and discipline that Troy possesses.” – Rob Koll, Cornell Head Wrestling Coach
“Troy’s got a passion for wrestling. I think he sees the sport for more than just wrestling. I think he really enjoys the particulars of the administrative duties that he’ll be taking on in Northern Colorado. I know that was really attractive for him and building a program is something he’s really excited about. He’s a straight worker, initiator, innovator and he’ll do a great job for the Bears. He’s been to two very successful, historically traditional wrestling programs in Cornell and Iowa State, and he’s going to try and initiate some of those things to make Northern Colorado his own.” – Kevin Jackson, Iowa State Head Wrestling Coach

PROVIDENCE, R.I. – Brown wrestling Head Coach Todd Beckerman announced on Monday that his first recruiting class will feature eight freshmen who will join the team for the 2014-15 season. The Bears’ class of 2018 includes: Jimmy Bell (Greenwich, Conn.), Josh Durso-Finley (Lawrenceville, N.J.), Andrew LaBrie (West Greenwich, R.I.), Christian LaBrie (West Greenwich, R.I.), Brendan O’Connor (Dundee, Mich.), Austin Pfarr (Marysville, Ohio), Michael Russo (Jersey City, N.J.) and Zeke Salvo (Baltimore, Md.).

Brown’s newest wrestlers hail from six different states and account for a combined 10 state and prep championships, 24 state and prep place finishes, three New England titles, two NHSCA All-American awards and a Dave Schultz High School Excellence Award winner.

“We are really excited with our incoming recruiting class,” Beckerman said. “This first class is very important to the future success of our program. Being hired in the summer, we had to play a little catch up with this recruiting class. Our staff worked really hard to find the right wrestlers that will set the tone for the future of Brown wrestling.”

Jimmy Bell
Weight Class: 141 lbs.
Hometown: Greenwich, Conn.
High School: Brunswick School

– Connecticut Prep State Champ
– Three-time CT Prep State Placewinner
– Three-time All New England Prep
– Two-time National Prep Qualifier
– Headmasters List Sophomore & Junior Year
– Career Record: 107-36

Josh Durso-Finley
Weight Class: 184 lbs.
Hometown: Lawrenceville, N.J.
High School: Lawrenceville School

– National Prep Placewinner
– 2014 Mercer County Champion
– 2014 Trenton Times All-Area First Team
– Team Captain
– Graduated Cum Laude

Andrew LaBrie
Weight Class: 157/165 lbs.
Hometown: West Greenwich, R.I.
High School: Exeter West Greenwich

– Three-time Rhode Island State Champion
– New England Champ
– Two-time New England Placewinner
– Four-time New England Qualifier
– 2013 and 2014 WIN Magazine Rhode Island High School Wrestler of the Year
– Ranked 18th in the country in WIN Magazine
– Rhode Island Wrestling Coaches Association Wrestler of the Year
– Three-time Providence Journal First Team All-State
– Four-time Academic All-State
– Rhode Island Scholar
– Career Record: 157-10 (102 pins)

Christian LaBrie
Weight Class: 157/165 lbs.
Hometown: West Greenwich, R.I.
High School: Exeter West Greenwich

– Three-time Rhode Island State Champion
– Two-time New England Champion
– Most Outstanding Wrestler at New England Championships
– 2014 Dave Schultz High School Excellence Award
– Cliff Keen All-American
– Two-time Rhode Island Wrestling Coaches Association Wrestler of the Year
– Four-time Academic All-State
– Marine Corps Distinguished Athlete Award
– Providence Journal Scholar Athlete Award
– Cardi’s Hometown Heroes
– Career Record: 155-5 (95 pins)

Brendan O’Connor
Weight Class: 133 lbs.
Hometown: Dundee, Mich.
High School: Dundee

– Four-time Michigan State Placewinner
– Three-time Regional Champion
– Three-time District Champion
– Two-time Michigan Team State Champions
– Team Captain
– Academic All-State
– Scholar-Athlete
– Career Record: 171-35

Austin Pfarr
Weight Class: 197 lbs.
Hometown: Marysville, Ohio
High School: Marysville
– Ohio State Champion
– Two-time Ohio State Placewinner- Walsh Ironman Tournament Finalist
– Ranked 15th in InterMat national rankings
– Four-time Honor and Scholar-Athlete
– Class Vice President
– Career record: 139-41

Michael Russo
Weight Class: 125 lbs.
Hometown: Jersey City, N.J.
High School: St. Peter’s Prep

– New Jersey State Tournament Finalist
– Two-time Regional Champion
– Three-time District Champion
– Two-time NHSCA All-American Junior & Senior Nationals
– Beast of the East Placewinner
– Four-time Honor Student
– National Honor Society
– National Italian Honor Society
– Two-year Team Captain
– Career Record: 122-33

Zeke Salvo
Weight Class: 133 lbs.
Hometown: Baltimore, Md.
High School: Mt. St. Joseph

– Maryland State Champion
– Maryland Independent State Champion
– National Prep Placewinner
– Two-time Baltimore Sun All-Metro Team
– Two-time MSWA All-Academic Team

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BY JERRY MILANI | MAY 01, 2014, 8:28 A.M. (ET)
Pairing Set At 65 kg/143 lbs. In International Competition Between Team USA & World All-Stars; Others To Follow In The Coming Days

NEW YORK, May 1, 2014 – Jordan Oliver of Stillwater, Okla., will take on Boris Novachkov of Bulgaria at 65 kg/143 lbs. in the second matchup announced as part of the Team USA vs. World All-Stars international wrestling competition in Times Square on May 7. The remaining pairings will be revealed in the coming days for the event, held in support of the Beat the Streets youth wrestling program.

Oliver was second in the 2013 World Team Trials and 2013 U.S. Open. He also placed sixth in the 2014 U.S. Open. Oliver claimed a bronze medal at the 2009 Junior World Championships. He was a two-time NCAA champion and also an NCAA runner-up for Oklahoma State. A native of Easton, Pa., Oliver has won age-group national titles on the FILA Junior and Junior levels.

Novachkov is also a product of the American wrestling system. Born in Bulgaria, Novachkov went to high school in California, where he won two state titles and three U.S. Junior National titles. He went to Cal Poly for college, where he was an NCAA runner-up and three-time All-American. Since competing for Bulgaria on the Senior level, Novachkov was second in the 2014 European Championships and second in the Dan Kolov International in Bulgaria, along with other international placements.

They do not have a previous history on the Senior level. College is a different situation. They met three times during the 2009-2010 season when both were at 133 pounds. Oliver won in the finals of the Reno Tournament of Champions, 4-2. In a dual meet, Novachkov won by a 6-0 score. At the 2010 NCAA Championships in Omaha, they met in the quarterfinals at 133 pounds, with Oliver winning a 5-4 overtime match on a tiebreaker.

One other matchup has been previously announced: David Taylor of State College, Pa., vs. Yabrail Hasanov of Azerbaijan at 74 kg/163 lbs.

Other Team USA wrestlers awaiting their opponents are Nahshon Garrett (57 kg/125.5 lbs.), Jimmy Kennedy (61 kg/134 lbs.), Brent Metcalf (65 kg/143 lbs.), Logan Stieber (65 kg/143 lbs.), Jordan Burroughs (74 kg/163 lbs.), Ed Ruth (86 kg/189 lbs.) and Kyle Snyder (97 kg/213 lbs.) on the men’s side; and Helen Maroulis (55 kg/121 lbs.) and Randi Miller (69 kg/152 lbs.) in the women’s lineup.

The purpose of this event is to elevate the profile of wrestling and to raise funds to support the operation of over 140 youth development wrestling programs in New York City, serving nearly 3,000 student-athletes.

The World All-Stars roster will feature Olympic, World and Continental medalists from around the world. Additionally, exhibitions involving the young Beat the Streets athletes prior to the international competition will be announced as they are set. The Beat the Streets children will take to the mat at 4 p.m., followed by Team USA vs. the World at 5:30 (match order TBD). The evening concludes with the Beat the Streets Award Gala at 7:30 p.m. at Best Buy Theater (1515 Broadway).

The USA vs. the World dual requires a ticket for reserved seating in Times Square, but is an outdoor event. Pedestrians and non-ticket holders are encouraged to watch. Admission tickets may be bought in advance at www.btsny.org or 212.245.6570. A ticket is required for the Gala. More details are available at btsny.org/gala. Fans can join the conversation about the event on Twitter by utilizing #BTSGalaTSQ.

Biographies

65 kg/143 lbs. – Jordan Oliver, Stillwater, Okla. (Titan Mercury WC)
Second in 2013 World Team Trials… Second in 2013 U.S. Open… Sixth in 2014 U.S. Open… Wildcard selection for Olympic Trials… Third in 2009 Junior World Championships… Third in 2010 FILA Junior World Team Trials… 2009 FILA Junior World Team Trials champion… 2009 University Nationals champion… 2009 FILA Junior Nationals champion… 2007 Junior Nationals champion… 2011 and 2013 NCAA champion for Oklahoma State… 2012 NCAA runner-up… Three-time Pennsylvania high school champion… College: Oklahoma State… High School: Easton, Pa…. Born: May 8, 1990… Age: 23

65 kg/143 lbs. – Boris Novachkov, Bulgaria
Second in 2014 European Championships… Second in 2014 Dan Kolov International (Bulgaria)… Fifth in 2014 Yasar Dogu International (Turkey)… Fourth in 2014 Dave Schultz Memorial International (USA)… Third in 2013 New York AC International (USA)… Third in 2013 Dave Schultz Memorial International (USA)… 2009 U.S. FILA Junior Nationals champion… 2007 U.S. Junior Nationals champion in Greco-Roman and second in freestyle… Third in 2006 U.S. Junior Nationals in both Greco-Roman and freestyle…2005 U.S. Junior Nationals champion in Greco-Roman and freestyle… 2011 NCAA runner-up for Cal Poly… Third in 2012 NCAA Championships… Seventh in 2010 NCAA Championships… 2006 and 2007 California state high school champion for Fremont High School… Born: November 29, 1989… Age: 24

Announced Pairings for Beat the Streets Team USA vs. World All-Stars
As of 5/1/14
74 kg/163 lbs. – David Taylor (USA) vs. Yabrail Hasanov (Azerbaijan)
65 kg/143 lbs. – Jordan Oliver (USA) vs. Boris Novachkov (Bulgaria)