In Part 3, Jeff opens up about the emotional toll of losing key teammates right before the state tournament and how that impacted the team dynamic. Despite the heartbreak, the 1995 Walsh squad powered through, setting records and redefining dominance. Jeff also shares the inside story behind the ...

From being a 3X State Champion and the first 3X Ironman Tournament Champ, Jeff collected wins at every major tournament in Ohio and across the country. He would build a resume that saw him win the 2nd Annual Dave Schultz award and get recruited by Penn State. Here are a few of his matches from ...

In Part 2, Jeff details his unforgettable freshman year and his impact on a powerhouse program. The highlight? A pivotal moment in his very first St. Eds vs. Walsh dual where the national title hopes rested squarely on his 14-year-old shoulders. What followed was a match that still lives in infam...

In Part 1, Jeff recalls how he was introduced to wrestling and the legendary North Akron Wrestling Club. As a young prodigy, he arrived at Walsh Jesuit with major expectations and wasn't alone. Joining forces with another high school phenom, Jeff quickly became one of the cornerstones of the Warr...

The final chapter is a look back from the front lines. Rick Hepp reflects on the larger-than-life rivalry between St. Ed and Walsh, the battles that shook the country, and why this wasn’t just an Ohio story- it was a national one. Though Rick was there at the beginning, he recognizes his role in ...

In Part 3, Rick gives a detailed account of his now-legendary match with Markus Mollica and the lead-up to his first state championship. But even with personal victory came heartbreak: Walsh captured the team title. Rick opens up about how that moment- losing the title as a team- left a lasting s...

Here are a few match highlights from WVIZ's broadcast of Rick Hepp wrestling at the MIT, St. Ed's/Walsh Dual, and the State Tournament.

Part 2 zeroes in on the ignition point of the rivalry. Rick recounts the rise of Walsh Jesuit and the one name he circled- Markus Mollica. Their fates were intertwined, and the first St. Ed/Walsh dual meet would be where it all erupted. Rick offers a close-up on the mindset and style that defined...

In Part 1, Rick Hepp shares his earliest memories of wrestling and the monumental influence of Coach Howard Ferguson on shaping him as both an athlete and a young man. He describes the intensity of those formative years and the pride of climbing onto the varsity squad. As he prepared to carry the...

The final chapter of Clint Musser’s raw interview is a reflection on greatness, grit, and brotherhood. He walks us through his senior season, his leadership, his final battles, and the end of one of the most legendary runs in Ohio wrestling history. More than just trophies, Clint reflects on what...

Part 3 captures Clint’s growth as both a wrestler and a leader. With the arrival of Walsh standout and Assistant Coach, Don Horning, the stakes were raised and the coaching talent pool deepened. Clint walks through the grind of his sophomore and junior seasons- including one of the most pivotal s...

Take a look at some of Clint's major wins in high school, as broadcast by Brian Brakeman and Mike Massa at WVIZ. Even as a freshman, Clint was making a name for himself and shocking many non-believers. From 1990-1994, Clint was a pivotal piece to Bill Barkers master plan...dominate the state of...

In Part 2, Clint dives deep into one of the most defining years of his wrestling journey: his freshman season at Walsh. He relives the intensity of his very first Ed’s/Walsh dual meet and breaks down the nerves, energy, and impact of being thrown into such a monumental rivalry. He also reflects o...

Part 1 of Clint Musser’s raw interview takes us back to the beginning—his first introduction to wrestling, growing up around the North Akron Wrestling Club, and the foundational experiences that shaped his early mentality. From youth battles to finally stepping into the Walsh Jesuit wrestling roo...

The final chapter is all about perspective. Roger Chandler looks back on what the Ed’s/Walsh rivalry meant- not just to Ohio wrestling, but to the entire national landscape. He shares how Walsh’s meteoric rise sharpened everyone, how it pushed him to be better, and how it fueled one of the most i...

Part 3 focuses on Roger Chandler’s senior season- a year driven by revenge, respect, and unfinished business. With a relentless mindset, he went into the second Ed’s/Walsh dual meet determined to turn the tide. He shares the pressure of that moment and his personal pursuit of a state title. This ...

Check out some highlights and slick moves from some matches that WVIZ broadcast during his junior and senior years at St. Eds.

Part 2 of Roger's interview drops us right into the early days of the rivalry. Roger recalls the moment Coach Greg Urbas took over the reins at St. Eds and the impact it had on the team’s culture and purpose. He relives that first fateful St. Eds/Walsh dual meet and how the battle lines were draw...

In Part 1, Roger Chandler takes us back to his beginnings as a young wrestler who looked up to the St. Edward dynasty long before ever stepping on the mat. He shares what it took to finally earn his varsity spot- through grinding and relentless belief in the face of tragedy and doubt. As he carve...

Part 4 – Cementing the Legacy
The 1991 State Tournament was history in the making—Walsh Jesuit took down St. Ed’s and claimed their first team state title. Markus reflects on being at the forefront of the dynasty, the impact Bill Barger had on shaping their success, and how those years molded him...

Part 3 – The Turning Point
With a fresh wave of talent entering the program, the stage was set for Walsh’s first real shot at St. Ed’s. Markus recalls his first time stepping into the Eagle’s Nest, the intensity of their first dual meet, and his battles with Ohio’s best, including his nemesis, Ri...

Check out some of Markus' matches that were covered by WVIZ throughout his high school career. From the MIT Tournament to the State Tournament, Markus Mollica was a beast. Relives some of his highlights from those years.

Part 2 – Building Walsh’s Foundation
Stepping into Walsh Jesuit, Markus and his teammates had one goal—dethrone St. Edward. Training in basements and cafeterias before finally getting their own wrestling room, they chased the champs across the state, wrestling them at every opportunity. Little by...

The Journey Begins
From a skinny kid just learning the sport to grinding it out at the North Akron Wrestling Club, Markus Mollica’s early years were shaped by relentless competition. Traveling across the country in search of the best, he and his teammates were on a mission—one that Bill Barger wo...