Jan 4 by The O'Colly

Monday, January 4, 2021

Cowboys flex their depth during ranking matchups Dean Ruhl As I ascended the escalator at Gallagher-Iba Arena I heard an interesting statement from two elderly men behind me. “For some reason, this feels like 2006 to me.” He, of course, was referencing the last time the Cowboys had won a national title, and his statement is one that Cowboys fans, as well as head coach John Smith, share. Speaking to Smith this season, he at one point tapped on the vacant spot next to 2006 on the plaque on national titles, expressing that this was the goal for the season, and with the depth that these Cowboys have, it’s a realistic goal. The Cowboys had their first dual of the season, albeit in the form of a scrimmage against one another, but were able to take advantage of the opportunity to give younger wrestlers reps, as well as showcase the depth they will have at each weight class this season. For this dual, Smith had split the team up into two teams, with at least one matchup at

every weight class, and some with two. The Black Team, highlighted by Daton Fix, Dustin Plott and Dakota Geer came up victorious 30-27 against the Orange Team highlighted by A.J. Ferrari, Trevor Mastrogiovanni, and Travis Wittlake. “I tried to make it an even dual meet and I think I was pretty close,” Smith said. “It was 27-27 going into the last match.” The score was not as important as the individual performances, as Smith now has something to go off with the Cowboys’ first dual coming in a week. Starters for certain weights could be assumed even before today; A.J. Ferrari is expected to start at 197 and he proved it against Luke Surber, Boo Lewallen defeated Kaden Gfeller at 149 and Dakota Geer won via fall against Christian McCutcheon at 184. “I thought I did pretty good,” Lewallen said. “I think the first time making weight, first time wrestling since (the Big 12 tournament) last year, it was a good match.” Dusty Hone and Kaid Brock showed off in the 141-weight class, and while Brock came away victorious in a hard fought match today, Smith said he wanted to see more from the two in their match.

File photo Oklahoma State's Nick Piccininni takes on Iowa State's Alex Mackall in the 125-pound championship round of the Big 12 Wrestling Tournament on March 8 at the BOK Center in Tulsa, Ok.

After both Reece Witcraft and Trevor Mastrogiovanni won their first matches, the event closed with those two going head-to-head, with Mastrogiovanni defeating Witcraft 3-2 and solidifying himself as a solid starting option at 125. Both True freshman Dustin Plott and redshirt junior Christian Bahl won their respective matches at 174 by fall, providing Smith with dangerous depth at yet another weight class.

With a shortened season that will have multiple duals on a day, having depth is something that Smith has stressed, and after today, is something that his squad proved to have. “I’m excited (for next week),” Lewallen said. “I’m pretty sure there is going to be two mats out, it’s going to be a different environment in Gallagher-Iba.” sports.ed@ocolly.com

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OSU helps bring new veterans hospital to Tulsa By Matt Hubbard The state announced Sunday that President Trump signed a law that approved $120 million in federal funding for a Veterans Hospital in Tulsa. The project, Veterans Hospital in Tulsa (VHiT), is a culmination of the federal government, state of Oklahoma, city of Tulsa, private philanthropy and Oklahoma State University all working together. This hospital will be the first of its kind to be built under the Communities Helping Invest through Property Improvements Needed for Veterans Act of 2016 (CHIP-IN Act). The new hospital will be located in downtown Tulsa, located at 7th and Houston, attached to the expanded OSU Medical Center Campus. It will convert the

Kerr-Edmondson Buildings on the site to a 275,000 square-foot, 58-bed medical-surgical facility for veterans. The buildings have been transferred to OSU/ A&M Regents by the state in order to be used as the main facility. Dr. Kayse Shrum, president of the OSU Center for Health Sciences, is excited for the opportunities that this facility will bring for the state’s service members and students as well. “Our Veterans in northeast Oklahoma deserve a much-needed, easily accessible modern medical center where they can receive quality, compassionate care in a timely manner. For OSU-CHS, it’s been a great privilege to be part of this visionary project,” Shrum said. “While caring for veterans is a top priority, the affiliation with the Veteran Affairs Hospital near our Tulsa

campus will benefit our students and residents tremendously and further enhance our medical school nationally. Many

“Our Veterans in northeast Oklahoma deserve a much-needed, easily accessible modern medical center where they can receive quality, compassionate care in a timely manner.” - Dr. Kayse Shrum physicians in practice today benefited from training at a Veteran Affairs

hospital. After years of hard work and relentless determination by many civic leaders in Tulsa and local, state, and federal elected officials, we have achieved one of the most significant milestones, the funding for this project. We look forward to the start of construction and the completion of the project.” This facility will provide OSU students the opportunity to get first-hand experience working with America’s heroes, while also providing a more efficient healthcare experience for those seeking healthcare. OSU president, Burns Hargis, praised the project for the opportunities it will provide. “This project is special to Oklahoma State University,” said Burns Hargis, president of OSU. “We have great respect for the women and men who have served and are serving

our country in defense of liberty and the pursuit of peace. We enjoy a longstanding relationship with the military, proudly graduating many students who become leaders in our armed forces. The approval of the federal funding for this project represents a significant achievement and step forward in reaching our shared goal to provide our veterans in northeast Oklahoma with an exceptional medical facility to care for them. We also appreciate the generosity of The Zarrow Family Foundations. Without their unwavering support, this project would never have proceeded. Lastly, I recognize the leadership of Dr. Kayse Shrum, president of the OSU-Center for Health Sciences, for her visionary leadership in bringing this project forward.” See Veterans on page 2

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News Veterans... continued from page 1 Over two-thirds of the 47,000 veterans who receive service at the Jack C. Montgomery Medical Center in Muskogee come from Tulsa, meaning that they will no longer have to make the nearly one-hour drive to Muskogee to receive medical care. “The new VA hospital in Tulsa is a historic victory that will offer long lasting and far-reaching benefits for our Veterans, the VA and our community,” said Mark E. Morgan, MHA, FACHE, director, Eastern Oklahoma VA Health Care System. “By expanding services in Tulsa, EOVAHCS will be strategically positioned to provide the highest level of care to our Veterans for decades to come. This monumental expansion will also allow us to repurpose the Jack C. Montgomery VA Medical Center in Muskogee into a much-needed community living and behavioral health center with expanded services that are not currently offered in this area.” The facility is set to be completed in 2024, costing nearly $130 million with $120 million coming from federal appropriation and $10 million coming from philanthropic support. The city of Tulsa has committed $8 million towards a parking garage for the facility as well. news.ed@ocolly.com

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COVID-19 UPDATE, January 3, 2021 Ryan Novozinsky The official Oklahoma coronavirus database on Sunday reported 496 active cases in Stillwater. These new numbers bring the city’s total cases to 4,617 with 14 deaths and 4,107 recov-

eries. On the state level, the health department reported 5,002 new cases on Jan. 2 and 3,015 new cases on Jan. 3. The department sent a dual report for these numbers on Sunday. These new numbers bring the total confirmed positive cases to 304,072. The state also reported 20 new COVID-19 related deaths, bringing the total to 2,547. There have been 265,293 total recoveries since COVID reached Oklahoma in March.

Oklahoma state officials are encouraging Oklahomans to wash their hands, stay away from sick individuals and avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth. The virus is primarily spread from person-to-person with symptoms usually appearing two to 14 days after exposure. The most common symptoms of the coronavirus are fever, cough, shortness of breath or loss of taste or smell. news.ed@ocolly.com

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ACTIVE FAITH! (Part #2) “Now faith is being sure of what we hope for and certain of what we do not see. This is what the ancients were commended for.” (Heb.11: NIV) These Ancients of the Bible were commended for their faith. “Noah was a righteous man, blameless among the people of his time, and he walked with God.” (Gen.6:9 NIV) He believed God existed and God rewarded those who diligently sought him. His faith brought immediate action. (Heb.11:8) He did not put the building of the ark on a long “to do” list. It took 100 years to build. During that time he constantly spoke of the judgement that was coming. (2 Pet.2:5) This was the situation in Noah’s day. How about our day? Do we believe God exists? To so many, God is something of the past; one you give an hour or so every Sunday morning, because of tradition, but he does not truly count

for much in life. So this moves us to turn to things that have only temporary pleasure, and build our life activities around them. Noah and others mentioned in Heb. 11, were looking for something lasting, something God had promised. They realized they were strangers and pilgrims; living here for a short time. They were living for something better. (Heb.11:13-16) It is so worthwhile to read and reread the New Testament and consider what was the hope of the early Christian leaders; they passed on to all the believers. It was not centered in this present life. They were “running a race;” living a life centered in the example of Jesus himself, and in those who walked with him during his earthly life. We can do the same; live for the eternal, present ourselves to Christ, and let him use us to bear lasting fruit.

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John Smith (right) and Chris Perry (left) look on during the Big 12 Wrestling tournament on March 8 at the BOK Center in Tulsa, Ok.

Notebook: Orange and Black ranking matches Adam Engel Wrestling returned to Gallagher-Iba Arena Sunday afternoon with the Orange and Black ranking matches. Here are several takeaways from the dual. Talent at 125: In the first media availability of the season, coach John Smith mentioned that 125 would

be a competitive weight class. The fact that one 125-pounder will wrestle 133 until Daton Fix’s return on Feb. 11 adds to the drama. Reece Witcraft did pin Colten Klein at 5:57 into the match but Smith was impressed with Klein. “We will give Nieman an opportunity to start for us next week,” Smith said. “What a great kid he has been.” True freshman Trevor Mastrogiovanni also recorded two wins over fellow freshman Jakason Burks and Reece Witcraft. Mastrogiovanni defeated Witcraft— last year’s 133 starter — 3-2. Smith also said that he

will start Mastrogiovanni next week at 125. With OSU wrestling Oregon State and Chattanooga on Jan. 11, it is hard to say if Smith will start Mastrogivanni at one match and Nieman at the other. At this point, uncertainty is a theme of the past few months. A little more uncertainty will not hurt anybody. Fix returns: Daton Fix returned to mat in GIA for the first time in nearly two years. Although the Olympic hopeful will be suspended from domestic competition until Feb. 10, he was permitted to wrestle today against

redshirt freshman Prince Perrier. Fix made quick work of his teammate and earned a pin just two minutes and 38seconds into the match. Hone vs. Brock: Redshirt senior Kaid Brock narrowly defeated fellow 141-pounder and redshirt senior Dusty Hone 3-2. With the win, Brock earned the starting spot at 141. “I was hoping to see a little bit more of a match at 141,” Smith said. “Neither one did a whole lot.” sports.ed@ocolly.com

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