Cowan to the Quakers

Rob Eiter Gets Coveted Big Man

Kyle Cowan finished his career as an undefeated three-time state champion last month. And after searching for the best place to wrestle at the next level, Cowan found his fit in the University of Pennsylvania.

The Cascia Prep (OK) product ended a spectacular career with three state crowns and a perfect 122-0 record. (He lost his freshman eligibility due to transfer rules, but went undefeated that year as well.) He appeared as TOM’s #3 ranked 215lber.

“The coaches at Penn stayed in close contact throughout the recruiting process. Coach Eiter and Coach Valenti are both great wrestlers and passionate people. I always had the sense they were looking out for my best interests.”

Cowan, who also starred on the football field, was choosing between Penn, Ohio State, and Oklahoma. He explained what he enjoyed about the Penn campus and his off-the-mat interests.

“The Penn website calls it a ‘beautiful urban campus’ and it is just that. I really liked the old architecture and love the idea of an Ivy League education. I think I might major in film.”

Cowan was a highly sought after commodity as the number of unsigned big men are few and far between. Along with Delaware’s Nick Schenk and Idaho’s Trevor Rupp, Cowan was the highest ranked wrestler uncommitted.

By Willie Saylor, Editor