His early career saw him secure three state titles at 103, 132, and 145 pounds with a remarkable 176-1 high school career record, leading to his induction into the WPIAL Hall of Fame in 2022. Wrestling for the Penn State Nittany Lions, Nolf posted an impressive 15-1 record during his 2014-2015 redshirt season. His collegiate career was further distinguished by two Big Ten Conference titles in 2017 and 2019, including a perfect 27-0 season record in 2016-2017. Nolf concluded his tenure with an overall collegiate record of 133-4, recognized with the prestigious Big Ten Medal of Honor in 2019.
Following his decorated collegiate career, Nolf transitioned to freestyle wrestling, joining the prestigious Nittany Lion Wrestling Club. He swiftly collected international accolades, including a gold medal at the 2020 Pan American Championships in the 79 kg category. His freestyle achievements also include silver medals at the 2022 Golden Grand Prix Ivan Yarygin and the 2019 Bill Farrell Memorial. Demonstrating sustained national prominence, Nolf became a two-time US National champion in 2022 and 2023, competing at 74 kg.
Concurrently with his entrepreneurial pursuits, Nolf has embarked on a new professional challenge within the martial arts world, making his highly anticipated professional grappling debut in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in 2024. This move signals a significant expansion of his athletic repertoire and a commitment to mastering new disciplines, building on a legacy of consistent high performance across diverse competitive arenas.