Keaton McCoy '23 Recruiting Profile

Winning the regional title my 8^th grade year has been the most rewarding achievement thus far in my wrestling career. However, there have been many humbling experiences throughout my 13 years as a wrestler. My most significant learning experience was the Colorado Middle School State wrestling tournament my 8^th grade year. I lost my opening match, by points, to an opponent that I feel I had the skills to have beaten. I learned the valuable lesson of not only physically showing up prepared; but, the importance of mentally preparing for each match. As a student-athlete I feel that this characteristic is equally as important in the academic setting. I show up daily and am prepared to learn and take in as much as I can.

Over the past year I have matured in many aspects of life, I feel like I’ve had to, due to the loss of my father in May.  I have grown mentally. I am able to admit my mistakes and take them back to the practice room, my home and my family, where I wholeheartedly put forth the effort to learn from those mistakes and better my wrestling game as well as, my personal growth.  I am looking to join a team where I can utilize these skills and follow my natural leadership ability. Over the years, I have always enjoyed sharing my knowledge and helping other to achieve their goals. I know that I would be a great asset to your team in many ways, and look forward to making you proud to have me as a wrestler for your program.