Oct. 11, 2010

COLUMBIA, Mo. – Former Missouri wrestling All-American and current assistant strength and conditioning coach Nicholas Marable took bronze medal honors at the Ramzan Kadyrov Cup in Grozny, Russia.  The two-day event was held this past weekend on Oct. 9-10.  

Marable, competing in the 74 kg/163 pound class, was one of only two Americans to place at the event.  It was the first major international freestyle medal for the three-time Big 12 Champion.

Volunteer assistant coach Joe Johnston also competed in the event, and will compete again this weekend at the Intercontinental Cup in Khasavyurt, Russia from Oct. 15-17.  Complete results from the Ramzan Kadyrov Cup will be posted at themat.com when available.