Corn Nation: An SB Nation Community

Navigation: Jump to content areas:


Pro Quality. Fan Perspective.
Login-facebook
New Blog: The Nova Blog for Villanova Fans!

Husker Tussle on the Turf: Mark Manning vs. Brandon Rigoni

Three years ago, Husker wrestling coach Mark Manning and special teams captain Brandon Rigoni got into a little trash talking around the training table.  Manning boasted that he could take down Rigoni, and the challenge was on.

Of course, since he was part of the team, nobody wanted to sacrifice eligibility (or injury) on this...so everything sat aside.  Fast forward to 2008...Rigoni is now part of the strength and conditioning staff, so the battle was on between Mark "The Mangler" Manning and Brandon Rigoni.

And like everything else today, someone got it on camera and posted it to YouTube...

Check out all the players and coaches from across the athletic department; Doc Sadler and Bo Pelini look like they're having a blast.  And you absolutely don't want to miss Rigoni hurdling Manning...  Serious air.

In the end, the Mangler managed to stop Rigoni on attempt 4, thus taking the trophy of the first Tussle on the Turf, awarded by Tom Osborne.  Watch the assembled coaching and support staff go nuts when the Mangler finally stones Rigoni...

0 recs  |  Comment 4 comments |

Story-email Email Printer Print

Comments

Display:

Awesome Vid!

Doc Sadler looked like he was having a blast out there too. I say at the Tussle on the Turf II they need to suit Pelini up and get Steve Pederson to be the ball carrier.

by 96operator on Oct 24, 2008 11:28 PM CDT reply actions   0 recs

poor form tackling

Bring your feet, son!!

Also, Manning got a Blackshirt?

Can you hear this, Denver, or shall I turn it up for you?

by Ignignokt on Oct 25, 2008 1:36 AM CDT reply actions   0 recs

This was a ton of fun to watch

and I’m not a fan of NU football. Great environment.

Go Raiders . . .
Double-T Nation

by Seth C on Oct 25, 2008 5:23 AM CDT reply actions   0 recs

i saw this

and wondered what the hell it was. thanks for filling in the blanks, mike.

Go Big Red Nebraska!
Our Cobs Are Bigger Than Yours!
Corn Nation!

by Jon Johnston on Oct 25, 2008 11:17 AM CDT reply actions   0 recs

Comments For This Post Are Closed


User Tools

CN needs your tips! Inform us with an email to: cornnation - at - gmail.com. Better yet, join the CN community and create a fanpost or fanshot!
Follow Us On Twitter
Start posting about the Cornhuskers »

Join SB Nation and dive into communities focused on all your favorite teams.

Connect_with_facebook

FanPosts

Community blog posts and discussion.

Recent FanPosts

Small
Suh vs McCoy?
Blackshirts_small
Corn Nation Off Season Recipes- Smoked Pulled Pork
Blackshirts_small
Corn Nation Off Season Recipes- Smoked Baby Back Ribs.
Blackshirts_small
Corn Nation Off Season Recipes - Baked Beans
Blackshirts_small
Corn Nation Off Season Recipes - Smoked Tri Tip
Small
The ultimate 8 team playoff
Img_0102_small
Unfinished Business: The Sequel
Blackshirts_small
Corn Nation Off Season Recipes - Grilled Salmon
Blackshirts_small
Urban Meyer Steps Down?!?!
Normal_smalltown_small
New Tommie Frazier Dance Coming Soon

+ New FanPost All FanPosts >

FanShots

Quick hits of video, photos, quotes, chats, links and lists that you find around the web.

Recent FanShots

Burnt Orange Saber-Rattling?
Kelsey Griffin: National Player Of The Year?
Husker Women Getting The Big Crowds. From Omaha.com. Video highlights of the undefeated, No....
Fantastic 2009 Highlight Clip!!
Herbie Husker's Half-Court Shot From Last Night's ISU Game!!
Past Blackshirts
Serious Business, Savage Desire
This one is for Arizona
Mike Leach Fired
New Tommie Frazier Dance Coming Soon

+ New FanShot All FanShots >

The CN Store!

Highlights

SBNation.com Recent Stories

Ohio State head coach Jim Tressel, left, jokes with offensive lineman Bryant Browning (70) before taking the team picture during an NCAA college football media day, Thursday, Aug,13, 2009, in Columbus, Ohio. (AP Photo/Terry Gilliam)

Jim Tressel Receives Two-Year Contract Extension, No Raise

The offensive line is reflected in the visor of Wisconsin running back John Clay during the second half of an NCAA football game against Michigan, Saturday, Nov. 14, 2009, in Madison, Wis. (AP Photo/Morry Gash) link

Wisconsin RB John Clay Will Miss Entire Spring Season

South Florida's Mike Ford carries the ball against Northern Illinois University Huskies during the International Bowl NCAA college football game in Toronto on Saturday, Jan. 2, 2010. Ford ran for a career-high 207 yards and scored one touchdown in their 27-3 win. (AP Photo/The Canadian Press, Chris Young) link

USF Dismisses RB Mike Ford

More from SBNation.com >


Managers

Photo_6_small Jon Johnston

Rc_icon_small Husker Mike

Editors

Hobbes2_small JLew

Authors

Cornguy_small Cobby

Corn_bernie_small Mr. Corn

Official Partner of CBS Sports