Briar Cochran '16 Recruiting Profile
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Personal Statement
2016 Iowa HS State Wrestling Champion, 3x State Place Winner, 4x State Qualifier, with 176 career wins.
I am currently a senior at the Moravia Community School District in Moravia, Iowa, where I’ve been actively involved in wrestling since kindergarten. From the beginning, I’ve been fortunate enough to have placed on the podium every year at the state level as well as national tournaments.
Academically, I currently have a 3.5 GPA and I have been taking college classes since my freshman year. Both of my parents are teachers so I understand the importance of my personal academic goals and achievements. I fully recognize that the primary purpose of college is for obtaining a quality education and that my wrestling skills and accomplishments can help me get a degree.
Wrestling has helped me understand that nothing comes easy in life - you get out what you put in whether that’s on the mat, in school, or in life. I embrace failures, learn from mistakes, and be the best I can be to reach my goals.
I’m seeking a selective college with a competitive wrestling program that fits the same work ethic and values that I have.
Athletics
High School Information
- Years w/ Varsity
- 4 years
- 2016 Varsity Team
- 2015 Varsity Team
Individual Awards
- Qualifier IAHSAA State Championships Class 1A
- 2014 Varsity Team
Individual Awards
- 7th Place IAHSAA State Championships Class 1A
- 2013 Varsity Team
Individual Awards
- 5th Place IAHSAA State Championships Class 1A
Club Information
- Seasons of Club Experience
- 8 seasons
- 2012 Southern Iowa Wrestling Club
- 2nd Place 2012 Iowa AAU State Wrestling Championships; 5th Place 2012 Iowa USAW Folkstyle State Championships
- 2011 Southern Iowa Wrestling Club
- 1st Place 2011 Iowa AAU State Wrestling Championships; 4th Place 2011 Iowa USAW Folkstyle State Championships; 3rd Place 2011 AAU Winter Nationals Championships
- 2010 Southern Iowa Wrestling Club
- 3rd Place 2010 Iowa Grade School and Junior High State Championships
- 2009 Southern Iowa Wrestling Club
- 5th Place 2009 Iowa AAU State Wrestling Championships; 2nd Place 2009 Iowa USAW Folkstyle State Championships; 4th Place 2009 Iowa Grade School and Junior High State Championships
- 2008 Southern Iowa Wrestling Club
- 3rd Place 2008 Iowa AAU State Wrestling Championships
- 2007 Southern Iowa Wrestling Club
- 5th Place 2007 Iowa AAU State Wrestling Championships
- 2006 Southern Iowa Wrestling Club
- 2nd Place 2006 Iowa AAU State Wrestling Championships
- 2005 Southern Iowa Wrestling Club
- 4th Place 2005 Iowa AAU State Wrestling Championships
Coach References
- High School Head Coach
- Denny Whitlow
- Club Coach
- Jamie Cochran
Training
- 2014 Luther College Wrestling Camp
- 1 year
- Outstanding Wrestler Award Winner. Camp Tournament Champion.
- 2012 & 2013 University of Nebraska Team Camp
- 2 years
- Named to All-Star Dual both years. Won both matches.
- 2011 Oklahoma State University Wrestling Camp
- 1 year
Additional Sports
- Baseball
- 4 years
- Varsity Team
- 2014 All-Conference HM, 2015 All-Conference (Infield)
- Football
- 4 years
- Varsity Team
- 2015 IHSAA State Playoffs; 2014 All District (2nd Team - QB)
Statistics
| Statistic | 2014 Varsity Team | 2013 Varsity Team |
|---|---|---|
| Record | 44-5 | 43-9 |
| Pins | 19 | 17 |
| Technical Falls | 3 | 5 |
Academics
Grades
Test Scores
Academic Accomplishments
Are you in honor classes?
Yes. I've been enrolled in an excelerated high school curriculum.Registered with the NCAA Eligibility Center?
YesAwards and Activities
- AwardsHonor Roll, National Honor Society, TAG
- ActivitiesBrain Bowl Team Member (4 years); Student Council (4 Years); Chorus
Top NCSA Athletes at Moravia Community School
Top NCSA Athletes in Area
