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Dan Gable releases statement on addition of Iowa State women's wrestling program
- Dan Gable voiced approval of Iowa State adding a women’s wrestling program, noting it advances the sport.
- The program will begin in the 2027-28 academic year and will be led by head coach Alli St. John.
- Gable emphasized moves like this help grow wrestling worldwide and across levels.
- St. John said the program aims to produce NCAA, World, and Olympic champions.
- The program will compete with the Iowa Hawkeye women’s wrestling program for regional prominence.
- Gable’s statements reflect longstanding history and success in Iowa wrestling circles.
- The news underscores Iowa State’s intent to grow its wrestling program’s legacy in Ames.
- Alli St. John will lead the new program as its first head coach.
- The announcement aligns with broader efforts to expand women’s wrestling at the collegiate level.
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