the season ranked in the top 25 nationally. Four wrestlers
competed in the NCAAs in Omaha, Neb. Two earned all-
American honors: Russell Weakley, a junior who competes at
125 pounds and Michael Williams, a freshman at 157 pounds.
"Weakley is fun to watch," coach Gibbs said. "He's a
brawler and very physical. He led the team in wins and pins.
"He's a solid student and a good guy," he continued. "Russ
helped out with our youth club.
"Williams is Weakley's opposite," Gibbs said. "He's
naturally gifted and extremely athletic.
"A good student and a special young man, he had to
overcome knee surgery in the first semester," he continued.
"Michael ended up strong and was the most outstanding
wrestler in the regionals."
the Year. Katja Dammann, a junior from Pinehurst, N.C., senior
Christina Crovetti and freshman Shauna Walor were selected
all-conference. Walor was selected PBC Freshman of the Year,
and is the first player in UNCP history to receive the award in
women's golf.
On the men's side, sophomore Jordan Walor was selected
all-conference and is the first Brave to win the PBC Golf
Championship. Shauna and Jordan are brother and sister.
"Mentally, Jordan is a very strong golfer," coach Synan said.
"He does not worry much about mechanics, but focuses on
what he is trying to do with the ball.
"Jordan is a nice young man to have as a part of the UNCP
golf family," said coach Synan. "He is a great example of
what I strive to recruit - a good student, a good person and an
outstanding athlete."