David Taylor arrived at Oklahoma State with a clear objective: to step into the legacy of the legendary John Smith and elevate the Cowboys to new heights. And would you believe it? He has managed to secure numerous commanding victories on the mat, with the Cowboys finishing the regular season at an impressive 13-1 overall. The sole defeat? The opponent was the Iowa Hawkeyes. After a triumphant performance at the Big 12 Championships, Taylor is now fully concentrated on the upcoming NCAA finals. And would you believe it?
One of his wrestlers has already begun to assert his dominance, having also triumphed over Penn State’s Greg Kerkvliet in the process. Indeed, I’m referring to the 285 lbs wrestler Wyatt Hendrickson. On X, FloWrestling shared the post-match interview, featuring the Cowboy discussing his coach’s impact throughout his time at OKSU. He remarked, “Yeah, I think when you go out there in a match, and if you’re just thinking, ‘hey, I want to win this match,’ or ‘I want to go get a takedown,’ that’s not exactly what I want to hear.”
Recall how David Taylor maintained a firm approach with his wrestler? Well, that is now becoming an element that is playing a role in their success. Despite the impressive displays from Taylor’s wrestlers throughout the 2024-25 season, he has consistently managed to keep them grounded and free from overconfidence. He has consistently maintained high standards, ensuring his wrestlers remain alert and ready!
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