Thats how my lifestyle is. Five-time Big Ten and three-time NWCA Coach of the Year Tom Brands completed his 16th season as head wrestling coach at the University of Iowa in 2021-22. So I go down, he says. With that in mind, youre always looking up.. RELATED: Five questions with returning national champion Seth Gross, Oklahoma State head coach John Smith tallied his 400th win earlier this season. Tom Brands, like his twin brother Terry, began his wrestling career in Sheldon where he compiled an impressive 109-12 high school record that included a state championship in 1986 when he went 34-0. His Hawkeyes have stretched together 10 straight top-five national finishes. Honors: A four-time All-American and 1992 NCAA Champion, Troy Steiner is another highly accomplished Iowa alum in the collegiate wrestling coaching world. He earned his B.S. Shes a great partner. Nickerson took his first collegiate coaching job with Iowa Statebefore earning his current job as the head coach of Northern Colorado. As a wrestling fan, Olympian Daniel Dennis observes, you only see the crazy son of a gun bouncing around in the chair in the corner. Iowa coach Tom Brands holds back his brother, assistant coach Terry Brands, while watching the Hawkeyes' Sam Stoll wrestle in a 2017 dual against Illinois at Carver-Hawkeye Arena. Everybody bought into what we were doing, and there were some transfers that came in and it was just like we all bonded together. Representing the Hawkeye Wrestling Club after graduation, he began harvesting national and international awards. After his time on the mat ended, McCoy moved to coaching, where he worked as an assistant with Penn State immediately after graduation. Ok list I guess but a 4 time ncaa champ isnt necessarily better than a 3 time champ if the competition pool was stronger for the 3 time. Thats OK. Thats how the world is. In Lincoln, both guys will battle perhaps against each other for a spot on the U.S. world team. Morningstar, the sixth-year Iowa assistant, deems Brands style as effectively unpredictable. Thanks for this article, I am currently writing about college sports. Brands doesnt talk as candidly about his faith as does his brother, but its something that the twins gravitated to during childhood. Hed be my #2. But they always make time. His stats are extremely impressive. Hes feeling good right now, and hes really eager. And you know what? 46-0 with 36 pins, incl all three ncaa final opponents and he never suffered a takedown. Thats a career mark of 86.7% bonus points. Terry Brands, the monotone voice replies, as if theres another Terry expected at this hour in the Iowa wrestling hallway. Current school: South Dakota StateAlma mater: University of MinnesotaYears: 2000-04Record: 118-21. That came at a time when we were kind of down with the recruiting, Terry says. We know your lifestyle. Majority of this non bonus point wins came his freshman year. Looking closely at the special mention list and some who werent on the list at all, pre 80s college wresting did exist and some of them were very good! Now a coach for Oregon State, he has led the Beavers to sevenPac-10/12 titles, the most recent in 2016. They went out and hit it off to the point where he rode in her car the five hours back to Iowa City. Really? The weekend before Lee committed to Iowa, he was in town for the 2016 Olympic Trials. He drove through the night, with only a brief stop for sleep covering 10 hours of highway between Carver-Hawkeye Arena and the Kemerers home in western Pennsylvania. They loved to win. Iowa packed a one-two punch in that meet when Spencer Lee who went on to win his second national championship last season and is currently seeking a bid to the 2020 Olympics returned to the mat after a week off and took a major decision over Alex Mackall to give Iowa the bonus point it needed for the win. In 2009, Dennis took the 133-pound spot in the lineup and placed seventh at NCAAs as Iowa went on to beat Ohio State again, this time by just 4.5 points. Internationally, Brands won a gold medal at the 1996 Atlanta Olympics in freestyle at 136.6 pounds; a gold medal at the 1993 World Freestyle Championships in Toronto; two World Cup gold medals (1994 and 1995); and the gold at the 1995 Pan American Games. 3 Iowa defeated top-ranked Oklahoma State, 18-16, on Nov. 14, 2015 at the Grapple on the Gridiron at Kinnick Stadium. Pat Santoro has big plans for Lehigh #EyesOnMarch pic.twitter.com/XeLCLxd3pA, Current school: Lehigh UniversityAlma mater: PittsburghYears: 1985-1989Record: 167-13. When you are at the best of the best in your own personal career [or] as a team, duplicate and exceed. She, too, is a wrestling die-hard. How he lives, how he approaches coaching is definitely Jesus-inspired.. Anybody, other than Mr. Sesker, think I'm off base with this? The Hawkeyes defeated the Cyclones, 29-6. Lowell Lange needs a high place on this list. Eight breakfasts, plus beverages and tip. In my opinion he is why wrestling is as popular as it is. Falck later lost in the semifinals to Indianas Angel Escobedo. Current school: IowaAlma mater: IowaYears: 1988-1992Record: 158-7-2. I dont believe in senior leadership either, just by the way, Brands said. Tom would claim Olympic gold in Atlanta in 1996; Terry would earn Olympic bronze in the 2000 Sydney Games. degree in physical education from Iowa in 1992. See the complete profile on LinkedIn and discover Nguyen's connections and jobs at similar companies. But perhaps their most important victory came as children, when they collectively steered their father into recovery. As the kids grew older, Tom leaned on one primary rule: Do your homework. Most Recent Games and Any Score Since 1869. Tom Brands has signed a contract extension that will keep him as Iowa's head wrestling coach through the 2028-29 season, the University of Iowa announced Monday. Email: info@nwhof.org, 303 Jefferson St. When Tom turns around, Terry pretends to poke a fork in his brothers lower back. But we will deliver.. Strength coach Chris Doyle and then-offensive line coach Brian Ferentz were in the football weight room that day and engaged withLee, too. Uetake would have won 4 if freshmen were eligible back then, he won his 1st Olympic Gold after his sophomore season. He has a 250-24-1 (.911) overall and 120-11 (.916) Big Ten coaching record at Iowa. Whos there? Tom says without leaving the chair at his desk. Despite that, its not a challenge that Tom has or probably ever will shy away from. The tournament was canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Stieber at #6 ( 4 x champ and not sure how he won any) ahead of Simon or Kolat, and having Schalles and Mills in the honorable mention list while having McCoy ranked haha. not the most accurate IMHO. He helped the Hawkeyes to a 177-27 dual record, seven NCAA and eight Big Ten team titles, while crowning 23 NCAA champions, 73 All-Americans and 36 Big Ten champions. And I said, Weve got some things we need to talk about with your lifestyle and whats going on. That was a moment in his career that made a difference. They dont know how tolet loose. You stop the habit.. It is also easy to use and does not require an activation key when trying to activate the program. She remembers being impressed by his politeness, how he opened her doors and that he looked her in the eyes as they talked. We inducted him as Distinguished Member in 2004. Theres a major staff addition in Mark Perry returning to Iowa City to run the Hawkeye Wrestling Club. You break the habit. Were different. How Brands manages Lees journey at Iowa could define the next phase of his coaching career. He didnt pamper me or baby me or hug me and tell me itll all be OK. He then took on a volunteer assistant coaching role with Lehigh, where he trained with the team and prepared for international competition. 2nd, 1st, 1st & 2nd. As a coach, Zalensky led Iowa to three consecutive NCAA championships (1998-2000) eight years before Brands accomplished the same feat. The Hawkeyes are one of two favorites to win the NCAA team championship in March. And we had a really, really smart kid actually dissect the program and come to the conclusion that, This is the best place for me to continue to develop. That should tell you a lot about how we can unwind and rub shoulders with a guy like Spencer Lee.. No way. You correct the problems as they go on.. He also served as head coach at Virginia Tech for two seasons. No matter the situation, Tom Brands has a hard time sitting still. Duplicate that and exceed it, and if youre duplicating that and exceeding it, then you have your eyes on the future.. Their father was an alcoholic described by Terry as a mean son of a B when he was drunk and that helped shape the men they would soon become and the way they would one day lead. That hand right there, it looks like my hand, Tom remembers thinking. Tonight, there are no I-Club obligations, no competitions, no check-ups on injured wrestlers. RELATED:5 questions with a Iowa's 2018 national champion Spencer Lee. [Tom and Terry] want us to be good human beings, not just good wrestlers, and they want us to go and be successful in the future on and off the mat, whatever that means to you, Lee said. And you know what? At 3 p.m., the days second Hawkeye Wrestling Club workout is about to begin. Stillwater, OK 74075 Tom Brands (born April 9, 1968) is an American former Olympic wrestler and is currently the head coach of the University of Iowa men's wrestling team. During his tenure, Virginia Tech crowned five ACC champions and had two All-Americans. After winning three high school state championships, Steiner went on to finish fifth in his first NCAA tournament, a statement finish that set him up for three more top-five finishes at the national tournament and three consecutive conference titles. Hes the trusted friend and co-worker who busts your gut without even trying to be funny. The vitals on Tom Brady School: Michigan Position: Quarterback Height: 6-4 Weight: 225 pounds Years active: 1996-99 Here are Tom Brady's. Kolat has also held assistant coaching positions with Lehigh, Wisconsin, West Virginia before taking the head coaching job at Campbell. More about Jim https://t.co/pZa3hYemtT pic.twitter.com/iDTbxpaR9b, Current school: Oregon StateAlma mater: IowaYears: 1980-1984Records: 131-7. Two classes younger, Jeniwas a mat aide at Iowa and developed a crush on Tom. Ill tell you what, when you got 10 weight classes that are getting what they want, thats a good formula for success.. How many times do you have time to stay all day and shoot trap? pic.twitter.com/vZUHipxFvE. He won four U.S. Nationals titles (199396) and made four straight U.S. World or Olympic teams (199396). Way too many undeserving Hawkeye's on there. If you want to soar with the eagles, you cant hoot with the owls, Brands recalled him saying. I know for the first time in my coaching career and even dating back to when I was an assistant with Gable and Jim Zalesky, that last season, the path and things . "His junior year, the team went 10-3 and shared the Big Ten title. The bottom line is, when youve got guys that are doing the right thing and theyre invested, thats when youre going to have a team that is pretty solid. I dont go to Vegas and party. Whats it like to wrestle for Tom Brands? He was inducted into wrestlings Hall of Fame in 2001. Why no mention of Daniel Stuart? Yet, Brands also admits hell often withhold information such as a lineup or redshirt decision from an athlete. You know what I mean? Honors: As a collegiate wrestler at Oklahoma State, Coleman Scott wrestled under the long-time Cowboys coach John Smith, following in Smiths own wrestling footsteps on his way to becoming an NCAA champion and a four-time All-American. Brands office in Carver-Hawkeye Arena is exactly what youd expect. Not many kids are proud of their parents. I know Im hard to live with. Yeah, college basketball is ready for March. If he starts thinking in terms of negative, he has the ability to turn it to a positive and act on it, Tom Brands Sr. says. That Ferentz obligedfor Iowa wrestling, with spring football in full swing, demonstrates the level of respectBrands commands in Iowa City. A lot of people become victims through that and continue the behavior, as opposed to stopping the behavior. He has coached 13 NCAA individual champions,. During home meets at Iowa, Jeniwas often responsible for tracking riding time on the scoreboard. He and his wife, Jeni, have three adult children, Madigan, Kinsee and Tommy. And its not winning at all costs. One of the most decorated wrestling prospects in decades chose to wrestle at Iowarather than Penn State, situated 2 hours from his native Murrysville, Pa. Lee's choice has Hawkeye fans buzzing. They brought shotguns, shells and clay birds. McCoy earned the Hodge Trophy, the "Heisman"of college wrestling, that same year. I think that really does stem from the coaching staff all of them, Morningstar, [Bobby] Telford, Terry, and Tom they do an awesome job making sure that everyone holds each other accountable.. Rather than shyfrom adversity, Brands charges into it. National Wrestling Hall of Fame Dan Gable Museum, Dave Schultz High School Excellence Award, Tricia Saunders High School Excellence Award. Tom was inducted into the Iowa Wrestling Hall of Fame in 2001 and, along with his twin brother Terry, was introduced at the ceremonies by Dan Gable. If this is about the collegiate part of a career, leave out the international citations. Its a question that only a select few can fully answer, yet its one of those things you cant help but wonder. An on-a-whim trip to Lake Okoboji in 1990 with fellow Iowa wrestler Mike Manganiello brought Tom and Jenitogether again. Phone: (319) 233-0745 In 16 seasons as Iowas head coach, Brands has led the Hawkeyes to four NCAA and six Big Ten team titles, crowning 13 NCAA champions, 23 Big Ten champions and 94 All-Americans. Damion Hahn celebrates after winning the 2004 197 lb. I never saw the fear in his eyes that he couldnt bring a team to winning national titles Ive never seen that fear; Ive only seen determination, Gable said. He most recently won the award in 2021 when Iowa won Big Ten and NCAA team titles. Even now, theres something about Tom and his recruiting efforts that is special, that makes athletes flock to him. Phone: (405) 377-5243 For attaining, in a few brief years, every goal a young wrestler dreams of, Tom Brands is honored as a Distinguished Member of the National Wrestling Hall of Fame. Jeniunderstands the commitment that comes with trying to compete at the worlds highest level. pic.twitter.com/W2H25Li8aq. Tom won four U.S. Nationals titles and made four straight U.S. World or Olympic teams from 1993-1996. Although, I must agree with another comment that maybe a little more research could have been done before posting this article. And he said this of the Brands brothers: Theyre funny guys. Hahn also earned three Big-10 titles during his career. JeniBrands says her husband reads the Bible hes had since college every day. You never turn a blind eye as a coach, Terry said. I like it a lot., AN EARLY LOOK: What Iowa wrestling might face in 2017-18. Head coach Tom Brands has won and lost at the highest level, and now he's teaching Iowa wrestlers to do the same by being self-accountable. Internationally, Tom won a gold medal in 1996 at the Olympics in Atlanta, GA in freestyle at 136.5 pounds; a gold medal in 1993 at the World Freestyle Championship in Toronto; two World Cup gold medals in 1994 and 1995; a gold medal in 1995 at the Pan American Games. Greg Strobel, Oregon State doesnt even make the Special Mention list? Transcript (PDF) TOM BRANDS: It's great to see awesome people here, that's for sure. In 2008, seven Hawkeyes earned All-American honors to win the team title with 117.5 points 38.5 more than second-place Ohio State. Iowa was coming off a seven-loss season the programs most since 1966-67 but from the moment Tom stepped into the role as head coach, he didnt feel pressure to return the program to what it once was under Gable. Arizona State bested Iowa by 8.5 points, and Gable suddenly found himself searching for a way to reel the program back into his control and the national respect he had built. | All Rights Reserved. All Rights Reserved. I've been following the sport of wrestling since the mid-1970s. Before you read this story, think about Tom Brands for a few seconds. That Monday, once Brands learned of Kemerer's unease,action was swift and bold. 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