Oklahoma State University Athletics
Ben Ashmore
January 25, 2008 | Cowboy Wrestling
2006-07 (Redshirt Year): Compiled a 12-3 record competing in open tournaments, with seven of his wins coming by fall and an additional two by major decision.
High School: Attended Bishop Lynch HS in Dallas, Texas, where he was coached by Kenny Monday and Tim Matthews ... Four-time national prep champion and four-time Texas state champion ... Ranked No. 1 in the nation at 119 his senior year by USA Wrestling and Amateur Wrestling News ... Three-time USA Wrestling Junior Freestyle All-American ... Beast of the East champion in 2005 and 2006 ... Competed internationally in Mongolia and Russia ... Two-time Wrestler of the Year honoree by the Dallas Morning News ... Participated in community service projects that helped with the homeless and elderly in the Dallas area.
Personal: Ben Edward Ashmore III was born Nov. 20, 1987 in Dallas, Texas ... Son of Ben and Robin Ashmore ... Has two brothers, Garrett and Luke ... Luke is a freshman on the OSU wrestling team ... Father was a high school state champion.
Ashmore Off The Mat
I chose to attend Oklahoma State because: I love the wrestling program here, and the location of the school.
If I would describe myself as a wrestler, I would say: I am strong and I rely on my bread and butter. I love to perfect my moves which makes me somewhat technical.
If I were to describe myself as a person, I would say: I am a fun person once you get to know me. I will do anything for my friends and I love to try new things.
I would describe John Smith: As being a genius when it comes to wrestling. He is never stumped on a wrestling question. When I think of wrestling, I think of John Smith.
My favorite thing about being in Stillwater is: It's a fun town with a lot to do, but at the same time, it is not a big city so it's not too crazy.
My favorite thing about being a wrestler at Oklahoma State is: The fact that I have the best coaches and partners that a wrestler could ask for.
If I was talking to someone who didn't know about wrestling and they asked me about the Oklahoma State wrestling program, I would say: We are the number one program for Division I wrestling in the nation. We are the most accomplished team in the nation and you can't get better coaches or wrestling partners.
If I could compete in any other sport besides wrestling, it would be: Ultimate Fighting.
If I could trade places with anyone in the world for a day, it would be: Bill Gates.
The thing that inspires me when I compete is: God, my family and this wrestling program's name.
The proudest moment of my life so far was: Graduating from high school and accomplishing everything I wanted to in wrestling before college.
When I'm not wrestling or in school, I enjoy: Cars, girls, hanging out with friends and cooking out.
