Bednarik was one the toughest and most devastating tacklers in the history of football. During his 14 years with the Eagles, Bednarik was selected to eight Pro Bowls and was the last player to play full time on both offense and defense. He was voted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1967, the first year he was eligible to be inducted.
Bednarik is best known for his devastating tackle of the Giants' Frank Gifford, a hit that shortened Gifford's football career. A long-time wrestling fan, Bednarik currently resides in Cooperstown, Pennsylvania, and is a big supporter of Lehigh wrestling.
USA Wrestling recently honored Steve Knipp as 2007 National Events Person of the Year. Knipp is the inaugural recipient of this award, which recognizes a dedicated volunteer who has contributed highly to USA Wrestling's regional and national championship events.
Knipp also served as the head coach at Waterloo East High School for 26 years, leading his wrestlers to the Iowa state team title in 1983. During his tenure he coached 30 state place winners and eight state champions.
"On the Mat" is a weekly wrestling radio program that airs every Wednesday night. This week's broadcast can be heard live from 6-7 p.m. Central Standard Time. The Dan Gable International Wrestling Institute and Museum in Waterloo, Iowa, hosts the show.
"On the Mat" can be heard live on the Internet at www.kcnzam.com or locally in Northeast Iowa on 1650, The Fan. Feel free to e-mail radio@wrestlingmuseum.org with questions or comments about the show.
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