The team that got him? Iowa State.
Tate BattaniBattani, a Ballard High School senior, announced his decision on Twitter: "After further consideration I am proud to announce that I will continue my academic and athletic career at Iowa State University!"
With the change, Battani will continue his wrestling career in-state, close to home (Ballard High is located in Huxley, Iowa, just south of Ames, home to Iowa State) ... and in NCAA Division I. (UW-La Crosse competes in NCAA Division III.)
In Battani, the Cyclones are getting a four-time Iowa state championships qualifier and two-time medalist. This past season, he placed third at state at 160 pounds in Class 2A and was named to the Raccoon River All-Conference team as a senior. Battani concluded his prep career with a 48-8 overall record.
Battani has also made a name for himself beyond traditional folkstyle. He placed second at the Iowa Junior freestyle state tournament and first in Greco-Roman at 170 pounds. He also won the Junior Freestyle Northern Plains Regional at 170.
Battani is expected to wrestle at either 165 or 174 pounds for the Cyclones.
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