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Q&A with Selinsgrove Area wrestler Coy Bastian

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What did you do sporting wise this summer?
“This summer, I wrestled 4 days a week, lifted 6 days a week, and went to wrestling camps.”

What are you trying to improve on the most this fall?
“This fall, I want to improve on my wrestling by practicing and going to as many tournaments as possible. I also want to improve my mindset and work to reaching my goals.”

Why did you decide to not play football this season?
“I decided not to play football this year because I have a few colleges recruiting me, and I don’t want to risk getting a devastating injury.”

How tough was that decision for you?
“As much as I love football, it was easily the toughest decision in my life. I miss football, but I know I made the best decision for myself.”

How do you feel your wrestling team will do this winter?
“I think our wrestling team could compete for another district title this year and wrestle as a team in the state tournament.”

What are your goals for the wrestling season?
“This season, my goals are to go undefeated, win states, and pass the 100-win mark.”

Do you want to wrestle in college?
“I want to wrestle at the Division I level.”

What schools have been recruiting you as of late?
“So far, I have been recruited by Brown, West Point, Bucknell, and Virginia Military Institute. I have talked to the coaches from Columbia, Cornell, Princeton, Wyoming, and Virginia as well.”

Have you made any college visits?
“I have not made any official college visits yet, but this fall I plan on taking a visit to West Point, Bucknell, and any of the other schools that would like to have me up. I have been on Brown’s campus for a recruiting camp before.”

Did you have a favorite school growing up?
“Growing up, my favorite school was always Penn State. I love the sporting teams and campus that Penn State has.”
 
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