BREAKING: Iowa State Adds WOMEN"S WRESTLING, Kevin Dresser New Role, Jamie Pollard's Best Move?

Iowa State Cyclones shake up their athletics program by introducing women’s wrestling, setting the stage for a new era of Cyclone sports. With Kevin Dresser moving into the director role for both men’s and women’s wrestling, Brett Metcalf steps up as men’s head coach and Ali St. John is tapped as the Cyclones’ first-ever women’s wrestling coach. Could this strategic move help Iowa State tap into Iowa’s wrestling powerhouse tradition and attract top in-state talent? Nick Marvitz explores the decision to replace gymnastics, breaks down the low startup costs and logistical plans for the new program, and examines how women’s wrestling aligns with Iowa’s deep-rooted wrestling culture. Topics include growing donor enthusiasm, facility upgrades, the impact on scholarships, and why flag football was passed over. Will Iowa State’s bet on women’s wrestling pay off with increased support and athletic success?