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'He's a winner': Why Coleman Scott could be the right fit to replace John Smith at OSU

After 33 years, Oklahoma State wrestling has a coaching vacancy.

On April 11, coach John Smith announced his retirement after more than three decades at the helm. Associate head coach Coleman Scott was named the interim head coach moving forward as OSU embarked on its mandatory five-day public search, according to Oklahoma State Law.

However, that “interim” tag could be removed in the near future. And in the minds of a multitude of current and former OSU wrestlers, that may be for the better.

On Monday morning, during his retirement press conference, Smith was asked a bevy of questions regarding his future and the moments leading up to his announcement.