PAGE TEN Johnston Hopes to Stop Leta's Takedown Tactics By JIM KARL Mike Leta made his mat reputation fast, and it has stuck for quite a while. Rutgers’ 137-pounder, named to the midseason All- American team picked ,by the Amateur Wrestling News, is one of the greatest takedown artists in wrestling. Mere mention of the name "Leta" brings thought!; of light ning-fast takedowns, tremen dously high scores, or just plain forfeits. But Dan Johnston, scheduled to meet the stocky junior in Rec Hall tomorrow night, isn’t thinking of anything except winning. Johnston exploded against Pitt's Daryl Kelvington last week and gained a masterful 11-6 decision to trigger State’s 17-12 upset. Kelvington was ranked right behind Leta in the Amateur Wrestling News poll. Now John ston wants the top spot. Lehigh's Curt Alexander shai lered the legend of Leta's in vincibility lasi week when he beat him. 6-3 and almost scored a fall in the process. The Rutgei-s lightweight was undefeated in dual meet compe tition last year, won the Easterns at 130. and finished third in the nationals at 137. Leta doesn’t figure to lose two in a row, but Johnston isn’t pay ing too much attention to the law of averages right now. A win tomorrow night could establish the Lion senior as the top contender for eastern honors. Leta's big move is fhe double leg takedown. "Once he gets his hands on you he draws you in j like a vice. He has very strong j hands and fingers." Johnston j said. Leta has run up extremely high scores against opponents with his patented football tackle. His usual strategy is to get a takedown, let his opponent escape, and move in for another takedown. Built like a fireplug, he moves under his opponents with great speed and is especially effective against long-legged opponents like Johnston. 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