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Former world champion and Olympic gold medalist David Taylor is now the head coach of Oklahoma State’s wrestling squad. Taylor, during his playing days, wrestled at 86 kg in freestyle and folkstyle. He has created lots of buzz about his coaching debut. Fans are excitedly anticipating the beginning of the wrestling season, which is expected to begin in November.

Taylor’s drive indicates that the Oklahoma State wrestling team will have a season to remember. There is a tangible sense of enthusiasm in the wrestling community and among spectators as the squad prepares for the 2024 upcoming season.

Recently, David Taylor wrote on X, “Good week with @CowboyWrestling 🤠,” along with a video that showed the team wrestling. This tweet has increased the craze even more. Following this, fans recalled the previous 2023–24 wrestling season schedule, which is expected to be replicated in 2024. However, the schedule hasn’t been released for 2024 yet.

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Last year’s season showcased fierce competition, beginning on November 12 with the Journeymen Collegiate Classic in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. The Army Black Knight Invite in West Point, New York, on November 19, and the NWCA All-Star Classic Exhibition at Penn State’s Rec Hall on November 21. According to Taylor’s tweet and the possible replication, the action this year will have exciting battles and high-stakes competitions. However, fans have chimed in with their thoughts on the upcoming November excitement.

Audiences’ thoughts on David Taylor’s new wrestling season

Following David Taylor’s tweet, audiences have responded with tremendous positivity. An enthusiastic admirer wrote about the scheduled season, with an excited countdown to the new season, expressed in the words “Can’t wait for November!” Another user reiterated the same energy, “Man, I’m ready for November…now. Tickets ✅ Nothing left to do!” A different admirer voiced gratitude for its actions with the simple clarification, “Doing it right!”

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With confidence for the team’s future in wrestling, a fan added, “So pumped for the future of Cowboy wrestling.” Taylor’s impressive background, which includes Olympic gold and other international crowns, has surely increased the anticipation of seeing him take over the Oklahoma State wrestling team as head coach. The 33-year-old enters the position with the same drive that defined his professional wrestling career. Despite having no previous head coaching experience, hopes are high for David Taylor.

Furthermore, another enthusiast desired season tickets stating, “It doesn’t make sense logistically to get season tickets, but damn it I want to,” expressing a combination of interest and logic. One viewer showed joy by commenting, “Seeing this makes me so excited for the future. 🤠.” These responses highlight the passionate backing and excitement around the new season.