Charlie Wiltsee

Sonoma

Journalist at The Press Democrat

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Cal Poly Swim and Dive athletes battle for reinstatement after team cut

2 weeks ago | mustangnews.net | Charlie Wiltsee |Dylan Allen

Eight days into her tenure as a Cal Poly swim and dive captain, Jen Reiter walked into Fisher Science Building’s lecture hall fearing the worst. All 57 teammates filed in just a few minutes before 7:30 a.m., awaiting Cal Poly Athletic Director Don Oberhelman. Less than 24 hours earlier, the team was notified via email that their morning practice would be canceled. There was no warning or explanation. On a normal morning, they would have been in the waters of the Anderson Aquatic Center.
Cal Poly Men’s Tennis falls to No. 45 UC Irvine despite strong doubles showing

2 weeks ago | mustangnews.net | Charlie Wiltsee

A strong day of doubles play wasn’t enough as Cal Poly Men’s tennis took their second Big West loss at home against No. 45 UC Irvine, 4-1. The Mustangs (7-11, 1-2 Big West) took an early lead against the highly ranked Anteaters (13-4, 3-0 Big West), who sport an undefeated conference record and one of two national rankings in the Big West. Cal Poly earned the doubles point early on before falling in four singles matches to finish out the day.
Cal Poly Beach Volleyball stuns No. 2 UCLA, No. 19 Washington in Best of the West

2 weeks ago | mustangnews.net | Charlie Wiltsee

On day one of the Best of the West tournament, Cal Poly Beach Volleyball proved they deserve a shot to earn that title, toppling No. 2 UCLA for the first time in program history in a stunning 3-2 statement win on Friday, April 4. The No. 6 ranked Mustangs (18-2) started the two-match day at Laguna Beach by beating No. 19 University of Washington 4-1 before taking down the Bruins for a perfect start to the weekend.
Zeth Romney named Pac-12 Wrestler of the Year

3 weeks ago | mustangnews.net | Charlie Wiltsee

Zeth Romney was named the Pac-12 Wrestler of the Year, according to a postseason awards release by the Pac-12, making him the second wrestler in program history to win the prestigious honor. The recognition comes not long after he finished third at 133-pounds in the NCAA Championships, the highest finish by any 133-pound wrestler in program history.
All-American Romney eyes third-place in the NCAA Wrestling Championships

1 month ago | mustangnews.net | Dylan Allen |Charlie Wiltsee

Out of four wrestlers competing in the first two days of the NCAA Championships, Zeth Romney is the last man standing. He led the way for Cal Poly, becoming its first All-American at 133-pounds in 15 years. The last time the Mustangs had an All-American at the weight class was Boris Novachkov back in 2010. No. 4 seeded Romney went 2-0 on Thursday, March 20 at the Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia. He then secured All-American honors and a spot in the semifinals with a Friday morning win.
Tinker wins Pac-12 heavyweight title, one of three wrestlers set for NCAA championships

1 month ago | mustangnews.net | Matthew Muren |Charlie Wiltsee

Three Mustang wrestlers clinched NCAA championship berths led by No. 20 Trevor Tinker, who won his first career heavyweight title at the Pac-12 Championships. The Mustangs travelled to Corvallis, Oregon, where Tinker, No. 9 133-pound junior Zeth Romney and No. 9 149-pound redshirt junior Chance Lamer punched their ticket to the NCAA Championships starting on March 20.
Five Mustangs advance to Pac-12 finals, two secure NCAA bids

1 month ago | mustangnews.net | Matthew Muren |Charlie Wiltsee

Corvallis, Ore. – The Pac-12 Championship semifinal matches have come to a close, and Cal Poly will be well-represented in the finals after the first round of bouts. Five Mustangs won their individual matches, with No. 2 seeds Zeth Romney at 133 pounds and Chance Lamer at 149 pounds securing bids to the NCAA championships. “I think our effort’s been outstanding,” Head Coach Jon Sioredas said.
Preview: Cal Poly wrestling traveling to Pac-12 Championships this Thursday

1 month ago | mustangnews.net | Matthew Muren |Charlie Wiltsee

Cal Poly wrestling has six ranked wrestlers and a strong case for titles at multiple weights entering this Thursday’s Pac-12 championships in Corvallis, Oregon. The Mustangs ended their season with a 5-9 dual record, but with a strong tournament team and a record of individual success this season, Cal Poly is fighting for titles at several weights.
Cal Poly Beach Volleyball splits Battle for LA tournament

1 month ago | mustangnews.net | Ryan Giacomini |Charlie Wiltsee

In their first official action since the NCAA Tournament a season ago, No. 6 Cal Poly Beach Volleyball split their four games in the Battle for LA tournament on Friday, Feb. 28 and Saturday, March 1 at Maples Beach in Los Angeles. The Mustangs (2-2) played No. 1 ranked UCLA (9-1) and No. 8 ranked Long Beach State (3-3) on Friday. On Saturday, they played Concordia University Irvine (4-4) and No. 2 ranked Loyola Marymount University (9-1).
Yoo, Huston take gold as Cal Poly Swimming and Diving competes at Big West Championships

2 months ago | mustangnews.net | Charlie Wiltsee

Cal Poly Swim and Dive struck gold twice in a dramatic close to one of their strongest seasons in recent memory. The Mustangs traveled to the Big West Swim and Dive Championships in Houston, Texas, from Feb. 12-15. The men’s team finished third with 603 points, and the women’s team finished sixth with 268 points. Juniors Evan Yoo and Drew Huston, the Mustangs’ No. 1 and 2 ranked swimmers, took home conference championships in their events.