The sport of wrestling is unique. It is a one-on-one battle for seven minutes that most athletes could not or will not endure. It is a single-focus that drives both the athlete and their coaches to be best.

For Bloomsburg University head coach John Stutzman it is that drive to be the best that motivates both he and his team each day as they go through grueling workouts striving to reach their ultimate goal�a top 10 finish in the nation team.

"We are right this close to being where we want to as a program," said Stutzman holding his fingers just an inch apart from each other. "The guys are working hard each and every day and now we have wrestlers who can compete with the best in the nation in many weight classes. We just need to put it all together."

Leading a strong group of returning wrestlers is 157-pound All-American Matt Moley. Many folks would have been surprised by the junior's sudden rise to All-American status, but not Stutzman. He feels what Moley has achieved to date is just the tip of the iceberg as far as his potential goes.

"Matt can be a national champion if he wants because he is that good," said Stutzman. "But our strength this year is that we have balance throughout our lineup. We have a quality wrestler at each weight class this year. If we wrestle to our capabilities then our goal is certainly achievable."

"If we stay healthy, catch a break or two along the way, then this could be a very special season for the Huskies and our fans," said Stutzman.

Ian Moser lead the way for the Huskies here at this weight. An EWL-wrestler of the week last year, Moser is already ranked in the top 20 in one national poll. Jeremiah Biddle, a transfer from Brockport State, and Matt Snyder a three-time PIAA state placewinner will back up at the weight.

Jason Guffey had a breakout year last year winning 21 matches. For him to go to the next level, he will need to be more consistent. Alex Lauffensburger, a spot starter last year, will back hium up.

A deep weight class for the Huskies is led by former NCAA-qualifier Ricky Donald. A red-shirt year ago, Donald has lots of big-match experience and will be a key in the lower weights for Bloomsburg. Behind Donald are senior Darren Kern, Ian Del Sol, Kyle Vincelli, Frank Hickman and Jeremy Mowels, a two-time Virginia state champion will compete for time at this weight.

George Hickman gets the nod at this weight for the Huskies. A fifth-year senior, Hickman has the potential be an NCAA-qualifier. Behind Hickman are P.J. Bach, a former Delaware State Champ, and Josh Rosa.

Moley, the returning All-American, finished last season with a mark of 34-11. He took second at the EWL championship to earn his second straight berth to the NCAA championships where he turned in an eighth place performance. Moley is a wrestler with no fear and who hates to lose. Behind Moley will be Dennis Bermudez, John Winkleman and Dustin Tancredi giving the Huskies great depth at this weight.

Ricky Schmelyun, who has won 54 matches in two seasons, returns as a starter at this weight. With more Schmelyun consistency he could make his first trip to NCAAs. Behind Schmelyun will be Mike Wechsler, a two-time PIAA state placewinner from Northampton High School with Keith Hynson, a state champ from Delaware waiting in the wings.

Nate Graham, a former New York State champ, will start at this weight with Brian Shaw, a spot starter last year, competing for time.

Jesse Hasseman returns at this weight class. A fourth place finisher at the EWL championships a year ago, the coaching staff will be looking for more consistency out of him. Jake Dabushinky is the backup here.

Eric Shaw or Ryan Sutton will see time at this weight. Shaw was a spot starter and a fifth place finished at EWL's last year, while Sutton is a former junior college All-American at Merrimack College in St. Louis.

A new face at this weight after the graduation of former All-American Mike Spaid. Zach Walsh, who wrestles hard each match, will start with Eric Shaw the backup.

"There will be a dog-fight each and every night in this league," said Stutzman. "Edinboro is loaded as is West Virginia and Pittsburgh. We will have our work cut out for us with those teams. I do think, though, we can make a run a title."

"What impresses me about our team is how hard the guys are working each and every day," Stutzman continued. "They know our goals and they are working to get there. Overall, this is one of the best groups of guys I have ever worked with."

Alongside Stutzman this year will be a new face as Scott Owen takes over the assistant's role. Owen is a former All-American at Northern Illinois and come to Bloomsburg after a few years at the United States Naval Academy.