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David Taylor pens heartfelt message after Oklahoma Cowboys' dominating win over Virginia Tech ahead of Christmas

Modified Dec 20, 2024 11:40 GMT

David Taylor's first season as head coach of the Oklahoma State Cowboys has been a game-changer, with the team showcasing dominance in the 2024 NCAA wrestling quarterfinals. His leadership has sparked a resurgence in the team, fostering renewed focus and strategy.

After advancing to the finals, the head coach's first season in Stillwater has already yielded impressive results. The Cowboy's recent success has generated a wave of excitement among their fans.

The Olympic champion expressed his gratitude on X, thanking fans for their unwavering dedication throughout the season. He wrote:

"Thank you, Cowboy fans! We will see you again after Christmas!"

"Go Pokes! @CowBoyWrestling"

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Virginia Tech suffered their first defeat of the season, while Oklahoma State improved to 6-0 in duals.

Taylor clinched gold at the 2023 World Championships, the year before that, and a silver in 2021. He also won a gold in the 86kg wrestling event at the 2020 Olympic games.

David Taylor's track record as a world and Olympic champion lends credibility to his leadership as it reflects on his team's growth and progress.

David Taylor reflects on his team's growth and improvement

David Taylor at 'Beat the Street' Gala Wrestling tournament. Grand Central Station New York - Source: Getty

David Taylor spoke with Pistols Firing on December 17, just before the Cowboys' victory over Virginia Tech. He emphasized the importance of continuous improvement throughout the season.

While December results are valuable, the gold medalist noted they are part of the broader process with the ultimate focus on larger objectives, such as national championships later in the year. He said:

"I think it's something that you even have to think about with this group. I think it's something that you always remind guys of, but I don't think anyone's goal is to anything in December, this is just part of a bigger process. These are steps along the way and each week we're just trying to be better than the week that we were before. It's nice because, every time that we wrestle we can come back and can make adjustments we can think about."

In the interview, the wrestling champion also discussed key aspects of the team's preparation leading to an important duel. He highlighted the significance of clear communication within the coaching staff and between coaches and athletes. He revealed his excitement about the team's growth and the ongoing adjustments to coaching strategies aimed at helping athletes reach their full potential.