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   Win Phillips on September 1, 2015 at 4:08 pm

   Richard arrived at W&L when I was a senior. During that season, we were practice partners, and I knew then he would win a lot of matches. I attribute much of my success my senior season to having someone like Richard pushing me. I hope I helped him as much as he helped me. Thanks Richard and congratulations on this well-deserved honor.

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   Rolf Piranian on September 2, 2015 at 10:04 am

   You have to qualify Rich as a unique person. He is not one to show a lot of emotion or excitement; nor is he a man of many words. That’s the way he wrestled too. You step out on the matt with this big guy who you might think is a meek giant. It might be a bit of touch and go, but do not, do not piss this guy off! He is a demon when he decides its time to get going. When he decides to wrestle, he is as good a wrestler as I have seen at W&L in my time around here.

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   Manoli Loupassi on September 3, 2015 at 10:01 am

   Rich is a man of few words. He was my wrestling partner my senior year and roommate on away trips. We had a lot of good times and funny moments. He was naturally strong and gifted as a wrestler, and as a senior, he really dedicated himself to success. Once he did that, he was unstoppable. He spoke softly, but carried a big stick. I am so proud of him and the small part I got to play in his success. He was a great wrestler, and is a better person. This recognition is a long time coming and that makes it that much sweeter!

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   Ray Gross on September 4, 2015 at 2:42 pm

   EPIC congratulations to Rich. I may have seen him wrestle once (I truly do not recall), but to place at Nationals was a goal I had set for myself and didn’t really get close. An incredibly difficult accomplishment which literally puts him in a class by himself.

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     Anonymous on December 15, 2017 at 9:33 am

     Doo Dah: Ed Rodgers haunting your dreams 40 years later. My wife and I are planning a trip to W&L on January 6th for the Jimmy Crytzer Invitational. Let me know if there is any chance you can make it into town. I am reaching out to a number of old teammates to see if we can put a mini reunion together. Call me at (404) 668-2405 to catch up.

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   Rich Robins on September 7, 2015 at 7:13 pm

   Where did Rich wrestle in high school? What did he end up doing with his life?

   St. Chris alum. Manoli Loupassi was one bad MoFo himself, so if he praises Rich like that, it’s noteworthy.

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   Rich Robins on September 8, 2015 at 9:25 am

   Apparently here’s the answer to my question, above:

   http://www.redfootstudio.com/

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