Kyle Dake

Between 2010 and 2013, he achieved this feat uniquely across four different weight classes—141 lb, 149 lb, 157 lb, and 165 lb—and without utilizing a redshirt season. During this period at Cornell University, Dake amassed an exceptional collegiate record of 137-4, culminating in an impressive 77-match winning streak and two undefeated seasons. His senior year performance in 2013 earned him both the prestigious Dan Hodge Trophy and the Schalles Award, in addition to securing three EIWA titles in 2010, 2012, and 2013. Transitioning seamlessly to senior-level freestyle wrestling, Dake quickly made his mark on the international stage.

Dake continued his elite performance, securing a Gold Medal at the Matteo Pellicone Ranking Series at 74 kg in 2020 before making his Olympic debut. He earned a Bronze Medal at the 2020 Olympic Games in the 74 kg category. In 2021, Dake won the Grand Prix de France Henri Deglane Gold Medal and was crowned US Olympic Team Trials Champion, followed by a Gold Medal at the Pan American Championships. He further solidified his status with back-to-back World Champion titles at 74 kg in 2021 and 2022.

He consistently excelled at the Pan American Championships, securing additional Gold Medals in 2022 and 2023. In 2023, Dake also earned a Silver Medal at the World Championships. Most recently, Dake added another Pan American Championships Gold Medal at 74 kg in 2024, along with his second US Olympic Team Trials Champion title. He went on to earn his second Olympic Games Bronze Medal at 74 kg in 2024.

Looking ahead, Kyle Dake is set to compete for the RAF Cruiserweight Champion title in 2025.