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InterMat assists with Re-instatement of Arizona State's Wrestling Program
In an article appearing in today's Arizona Republic, columnist Bob Young refers to our own wrestling expert as playing a part in the re-instatement of the Arizona State University wrestling program.
InterMat, known professionally as Jason Bryant, is the Director of Media Relations for the National Wrestling Coaches Association, with his website, www.intermatwrestle.com, being the official site of the group.
The article points to a blog conversation between InterMat and former ASU and current Iowa State wrestling coach Bobby Douglas playing a part to the eventual involvement of former Arizona Diamondbacks and Phoenix Suns owner and NBA Hall of Famer Jerry Colangelo in the situation.
An associate of Douglas', ASU wrestling booster Art Martori, is a business associate and long-time friend of Colangelo. Once Colangelo committed his help in the situation, Martori was able to secure the financial resources needed to keep the program going. Martori then placed a call to ASU Athletic VP Lisa Love and promised to financially support the program until permanent funding could be secured.
Congratulations, Jason, a feather in your cap for sure, and a job well done!!
