I was very worried seeing the lack of mat awareness and continuing OT issues vs Minn. NC State looked great vs Their first two opponents. They looked very tough and scrappy vs OKIE ST. Then we got ahold of NC State. EVERTHING I thought they would do to us(didn't happen), and we in fact did to them. We punished them physically and mentally. All of a sudden, the mat awareness issues were gone. Instead of our normal find a way to lose a match these guys were finding a way to win. Moment of the night, "Cut him we need the bonus" re: state coach w/ Nininger. Not only did that backfire, it cost them the match. These freshmen are the real deal. Today is going to be a great test of mental toughness and endurance. I loved what I saw and I know it's only going to get better.