Oklahoma State University Athletics
Ryan Freeman
October 10, 2007 | Cowboy Wrestling
2006-07 (R-Junior Year): Compiled a 3-5 overall record, including a 1-3 mark in dual matches ... Handed Michigan State's Eddie Skowneski a 10-4 defeat as part of OSU's 22-8 win over the Spartans on Nov. 16.
2005-06 (R-Sophomore Year): Put together a 7-3 record wrestling in open tournaments ... Went 3-1 in the Kaufman/Brand Open losing to top-ranked Joe Johnston of Iowa ... Was eliminated by teammate Sam Lewnes ... Posted a 4-2 record at the FHSU-Bob Smith Open.
2004-05 (R-Freshman Year): Posted an 18-4 record wrestling in open tournaments ... Had a busy day at the Central Missouri State Open where he wrestled 10 matches, winning nine of them to finish third ... Lost in the finals of the Fort Hays State Open to Central Oklahoma's Jerod Goodwin ... Recorded three falls on the season with his quickest coming in 16 seconds.
2004 (Redshirt Year): Went 11-9 wrestling in open tournaments as a 141-pounder ... Recorded two falls and a technical fall ... His quickest fall came in 4:29 ... Won three consecutive matches by shutout ... Wrestled his last two matches of the season at 149 pounds, losing both decisions.
High School: Attended Kickapoo HS in Springfield, Mo., where he was coached by Dustin Kinard ... Compiled a 131-30 record during his high school career ... Took second at the freestyle state championships ... Runner-up at the AAU Iron Man Championships ... A four-time state qualifier.
Personal: Born Jan. 30, 1985 ... Son of Kent and Laura Freeman ... Has a brother, Trent, and a sister, Shyanne ... Earned an undergraduate degree in business administration and is working on an MBA with an emphasis in finance.
Freeman Off The Mat
I Chose To Attend Oklahoma State Because: God provided me with an incredible opportunity to wrestle for the best team in the nation, and I couldn't turn that down.
If I Was To Describe Myself As A Wrestler, I'd Say: I may not be technically sound, but I find a way to make it happen despite my flaws.
If I Was To Describe Myself As A Person, I'd Say: I live my life to the full and enjoy every minute that God gives me. In everything I do, I want to honor Him.
If I Was To Describe John Smith, I'd Say: He finds a way to win and is successful at whatever he wants. I enjoy talking to Coach about life and learning new insight from him.
My Favorite Thing About Being In Stillwater Is: I love the small-town feel. Some say there isn't anything to do, but there are plenty of fun things to do if you look for them. I play volleyball, hang at the pool, ride horses, play pick-up basketball, have a jam session on my guitar or just have some friends over to play games or watch a movie.
My Favoring Thing About Being A Wrestler At Oklahoma State Is: I have been blessed with tremendous friends my age and older that have enriched my life in so many ways.
If I Was Talking To Someone Who Didn't Know About Wrestling And They Asked Me About The Oklahoma State Wrestling Program, I'd Say: We do alright (then usually someone says “Alright? They're the best ever!”)
I Have Been Told That I Look Like: Sylvester Stallone.
If I Could Compete In A Sport Other Than Wrestling, It Would Be: It would be sweet to be a successful golfer.
If I Could Trade Places With Anyone In The World For A Day, It Would Be: Myself in 10 years. That would be great to see what God has in store.
The Thing That Inspires Me When I Compete Is: I compete for God's glory. He's the one who allowed me to be here, and I owe it all to Him.
The Proudest Moment Of My Life So Far Was: I don't know. Every moment is special, whether I know it at the time or not.
When I'm Not Wrestling Or In School, I Enjoy: Writing and recording songs with the guitar.
2005-06 (R-Sophomore Year): Put together a 7-3 record wrestling in open tournaments ... Went 3-1 in the Kaufman/Brand Open losing to top-ranked Joe Johnston of Iowa ... Was eliminated by teammate Sam Lewnes ... Posted a 4-2 record at the FHSU-Bob Smith Open.
2004-05 (R-Freshman Year): Posted an 18-4 record wrestling in open tournaments ... Had a busy day at the Central Missouri State Open where he wrestled 10 matches, winning nine of them to finish third ... Lost in the finals of the Fort Hays State Open to Central Oklahoma's Jerod Goodwin ... Recorded three falls on the season with his quickest coming in 16 seconds.
2004 (Redshirt Year): Went 11-9 wrestling in open tournaments as a 141-pounder ... Recorded two falls and a technical fall ... His quickest fall came in 4:29 ... Won three consecutive matches by shutout ... Wrestled his last two matches of the season at 149 pounds, losing both decisions.
High School: Attended Kickapoo HS in Springfield, Mo., where he was coached by Dustin Kinard ... Compiled a 131-30 record during his high school career ... Took second at the freestyle state championships ... Runner-up at the AAU Iron Man Championships ... A four-time state qualifier.
Personal: Born Jan. 30, 1985 ... Son of Kent and Laura Freeman ... Has a brother, Trent, and a sister, Shyanne ... Earned an undergraduate degree in business administration and is working on an MBA with an emphasis in finance.
Freeman Off The Mat
I Chose To Attend Oklahoma State Because: God provided me with an incredible opportunity to wrestle for the best team in the nation, and I couldn't turn that down.
If I Was To Describe Myself As A Wrestler, I'd Say: I may not be technically sound, but I find a way to make it happen despite my flaws.
If I Was To Describe Myself As A Person, I'd Say: I live my life to the full and enjoy every minute that God gives me. In everything I do, I want to honor Him.
If I Was To Describe John Smith, I'd Say: He finds a way to win and is successful at whatever he wants. I enjoy talking to Coach about life and learning new insight from him.
My Favorite Thing About Being In Stillwater Is: I love the small-town feel. Some say there isn't anything to do, but there are plenty of fun things to do if you look for them. I play volleyball, hang at the pool, ride horses, play pick-up basketball, have a jam session on my guitar or just have some friends over to play games or watch a movie.
My Favoring Thing About Being A Wrestler At Oklahoma State Is: I have been blessed with tremendous friends my age and older that have enriched my life in so many ways.
If I Was Talking To Someone Who Didn't Know About Wrestling And They Asked Me About The Oklahoma State Wrestling Program, I'd Say: We do alright (then usually someone says “Alright? They're the best ever!”)
I Have Been Told That I Look Like: Sylvester Stallone.
If I Could Compete In A Sport Other Than Wrestling, It Would Be: It would be sweet to be a successful golfer.
If I Could Trade Places With Anyone In The World For A Day, It Would Be: Myself in 10 years. That would be great to see what God has in store.
The Thing That Inspires Me When I Compete Is: I compete for God's glory. He's the one who allowed me to be here, and I owe it all to Him.
The Proudest Moment Of My Life So Far Was: I don't know. Every moment is special, whether I know it at the time or not.
When I'm Not Wrestling Or In School, I Enjoy: Writing and recording songs with the guitar.
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