Paulson twins prevail as Team USA drops close decision to Russia in Chicago Cup

CHICAGO – Trent Paulson couldn’t wait for this season to start.

It showed Sunday afternoon at the Chicago Cup.

Paulson put on a show for the packed house of 1,000 fans at the Chicago Cup, overpowering Russia’s Arsen Mairov with an array of big moves to win 8-1, 8-4 at 66 kg/145.5 lbs.

Paulson was named the meet’s Outstanding Wrestler as the U.S. team dropped a close 4-3 decision to the freestyle team from Russia. It was Paulson’s first match since he suffered a disappointing first-round loss at September’s World Championships.

The burly Paulson used a succession of chest locks and throws, and mixed in a blast double-leg takedown, in turning in a dominating performance at Wright College. Mairov placed second at Russian Nationals in 2009.

Read the entire article by Craig Sesker of USA Wrestling here…

Please visit CrossFace Book. Create a group around your Favorite team or conference. Also a great place to set up alumni groups, boosters clubs and networking groups.