Stats Section

  • 53 College All-Americans

    Athletes developed through the Purler system who went on to earn All-American honors.

  • Multiple College Levels

    Representing success across NCAA, NAIA, NJCAA, and other collegiate levels.

  • Men’s and Women’s Wrestling

    Proof that Purler Wrestling helps athletes succeed on both the men’s and women’s side.

  • Proven Long-Term Development

    From youth and high school training to success on the college podium.

Proof That the Process Works

Purler Wrestling is built to help athletes develop the habits, skills, confidence, and competitive edge needed to succeed beyond high school. These College All-Americans represent years of disciplined training, long-term development, and a system designed to help athletes maximize their potential.

Purler Wrestling College All-Americans

Drake Houdashelt – University of Missouri (2015 – Champ; 2014 – 5th; 2013 – 6th)

Terrel Wilbourn –Lindenwood University / Iowa Central CC (2016 – Champ; 2012 – Champ; 2015 – 2nd; 2014 – 3rd)

Keith Surber – University of Nebraska-Kearney (2017 – Champ; 2015 – 5th; 2016 – 8th)

Michael Pixley – McKendree University / Grand View University / Lindsey Wilson College (2019 – Champ; 2016 – Champ; 2015 – 2nd; 2017 – 3rd)

Lawton Benna – Grand View University (2017 – Champ; 2016 - 2nd; 2019 – 3rd; 2018 – 5th)

Ethan Karsten – Iowa Central CC (2019 – Champ)

Lauren Mills – Utah Tech University (2024 – Champ)

Daniel Lewis – University of Missouri (2019 – 4th; 2018 – 4th; 2016 – 4th; 2017 – 6th)

Alan Waters – University of Missouri (2015 – 3rd; 2013 – 4th)

Alex Clemsen – Edinboro University (2007 – 4th)

Zane Richards – University of Illinois (2016 – 4th; 2017 – 7th)

Josh Koderhandt – Naval Academy (2025 – 6th)

Nick Lester – University of Oklahoma (2012 – 8th)

Brock Wingbermuehle – McKendree University (2017 – 2nd)

Blake Clevenger – Ouachita Baptist University (2016 – 3rd)

Sam Richardson – McKendree University (2026 – 4th)

Ryan Strope – McKendree University (2018 – 7th; 2017 – 5th)

Sam Hanau – University of Pitt-Johnstown (2016 – 6th)

Tyler Kreith – Maryville University (2021 – 6th; 2019 – 6th)

Kaden Hart – University of Nebraska-Kearney (2026 – 6th)

Jimmy Krischke – Maryville University (2017 – 7th)

Ty Loethen – University of Central Missouri (2014 – 8th)

Ryne Cokeley – Neosho County Community College (2015 – 8th)

Maya Davis – Grand View University (2024 – 2nd; 2023 – 3rd; 2025 – 7th)

Zoey Haney – Indiana Tech University (2026 – 2nd)

Annelise Obermark – Simpson College (2026 – 5th)

Janiah Jones – Missouri Baptist University (2024 – 5th)

Faith Cole – Iowa Wesleyan University (2023 – 6th)

Isabelle Apple – Grand View University (2026 – 8th)

 Donald Griffin - Central Methodist (2025 - 2nd; 2023-4th)

From the Training Room to the Podium

Purler Wrestling is not just about short-term success. It is about building complete wrestlers with the habits, discipline, and skill development needed to compete at the next level. These College All-Americans reflect what can happen when athletes commit to the right system over time.