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Penn State Wrestling Star Carter Starocci Challenges Iowa\u2019s Tom Brands: \u2018Start The Kid\u2019…<\/p>\n

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Penn State wrestling star Carter Starocci has stirred the pot ahead of the Nittany Lions’ next showdown with Iowa, directly calling out Hawkeyes head coach Tom Brands. In a bold statement, Starocci challenged Brands to “start the kid,” referencing a potential opponent he\u2019s eager to face.<\/p>\n

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Known for his confidence and dominant performances, the three-time NCAA champion didn\u2019t hold back, fueling the already intense rivalry between Penn State and Iowa. While it\u2019s unclear which wrestler Starocci is targeting, his words suggest he\u2019s ready for any challenge the Hawkeyes throw at him.<\/p>\n

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The feud between these powerhouse programs has been one of college wrestling\u2019s fiercest, with both schools consistently battling for Big Ten and NCAA supremacy. Starocci\u2019s challenge adds even more excitement to an already heated matchup, as fans eagerly await Brands\u2019 response.<\/p>\n

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With the postseason approaching, Starocci remains focused on securing his fourth national title, but his callout ensures extra drama the next time Penn State and Iowa clash. Whether Brands takes the bait remains to be seen, but one thing is certain\u2014Starocci is as confident off the mat as he is on it.<\/p>\n\n

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