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VTwinsdad OP
Dec 06, 2023 at 04:53 PM ET
Caleb v Ridge Lovett at CKLV
If anyone has yet to see the match, click bait says "Lovett dominates." Disregard the title, maybe it should have read "Lovett escapes despite giving up a non-called danger take down in the closing moments." Not as catchy I guess. Maybe Ridge gets out if he knows he's being called for danger but it's close. I've said this several times...I think Caleb is the leader or future one for certain. His relentless attack is special. I just saw ChEHokie78 already posted, sorry for the repeat. ** Edited by VTwinsdad at 12/6/2023, 4:55:04 PM ** Edited by VTwinsdad at 12/6/2023, 5:14:36 PM

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VTexas VTexas
The ref was definitely out of position and slow on the count. In any case,
Henson is tough as nails and will be a force to be reckoned with at NCAAs.
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TartanHokie
Thanks for posting. Hadn’t been able to watch it yet.
That danger call was close. I would probably say no takedown, but I’m not an expert. FRL talked about how there is reaction time for neutral danger, which I did not realize and changed my opinion. And the broadcast talked about the fact that there was no reason for Lovett to roll through until the count started (which was definitely late). If the ref started the count earlier, does Ridge roll through sooner? Who knows. Either way, I definitely thought Caleb was the better wrestler and controlled the match. If he finishes just one of those deep shots…although if Ridge keeps that turn inbounds… Great match all around with some really tough hand-fighting and I think that very well could be the finals in March. I would honestly be surprised if Caleb doesn’t come out on top of that one. I do really like Ridge though and look forward to that rematch.
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goodbadugly
I think this match against Lovett will ultimately help Caleb in March.
When Ridge hit the little duck under for the takedown, that obviously caught Caleb by surprise. I doubt he will be able to hit it again. I don't think the match provides the same benefit to Ridge because Caleb's advantage was his relentlessness and ability to attack. The 3-pt takedown is a big advantage to Caleb also as he is considerably better on his feet than Ridge, IMO. Ridge is excellent and aggressive on top though.
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Maroon Avenger
That was my thoughts exactly too.
The funky, scramble, duck-under position that Lovett found himself in for his takedown was a result of Caleb's shot and not any offense created by Lovett. Lovett is a hammer on top for sure, but I think Caleb is much better on his feet.