About an Article by Kerry Eggers

Thanks to John Dustin, former Oregon State wrestler and long time Beaver supporter, for the following email bringing attention to an article in the news:

 

Despite COVID-19, it has been a ‘Fantastic Year’ for new Beaver wrestling coach Chris Pendleton written by Kerry Eggers

Kerry Eggers is a sportswriter who has covered Portland sports for more than forty years, writing for the Portland Tribune since its inception in 2001. He is a five-time winner of the Oregon Sportswriter of the Year Award and has covered major sporting events throughout his career, including the Summer Olympics, Super Bowl, World Series, and NBA Finals to name a few. He is the author of six books, including Blazers Profiles, Clyde the Glide, and The Civil War Rivalry: Oregon vs. Oregon State.

Scroll down to the very bottom to see comments by Larry Bielenberg

"Appreciate the coverage for Oregon State Wrestling and the new coaching staff"

comment by Texas Collegiate Wrestling

"Great Article! Meanwhile perhaps SaveOregonWrestling.org will be allowed to succeed at reinstating college wrestling for the Ducks.

comment by Hank Hosfield

"Good stuff. But no real mention of women's wrestling, which offers the best avenue for promoting the future health of the sport. I believe Pendletop understands this and is looking forward to expanding opportunities of both sexes. He already has four women training at the Dam Wrestling Club. When does OSU push to establish a collegiate program for women? There are already seven women's college wrestling programs in Oregon, so local competition isn't an issue. Kerry, did you guys discuss this at all?

P.S. comment by John Dustin

"As a lifelong supporter of OSU wrestling, I'm hoping that OSU will support the addition of a Women's program.

P.P.S. Comment by John Dustin

Oregon Wrestling also needs John Canzano to comment.

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