Empire Academy Hall of Fame

From local wrestlers to national champions, EmpireWrestling Academy  athletes have gone on to compete -and win -at the highest levels of college wrestling.

A Legacy of Excellence

For over 25 years, Empire Wrestling Academy has built champions on and off the mat. More than 150 athletes have continued their careers at Division I programs, Ivy League schools, and top national universities. This Empire Academy Hall of Fame celebrates their dedication and achievement.

College Placements & Alumni

Explore our alumni roster and see where Empire wrestlers are competing today. These placements are more than names, they’re lasting Empire Wrestling Academy achievements that show how hard work in our program leads to success at the highest levels.

Jimmy Duckham

41-8(senior) 15-4 (sophmore)

2011 NY state champ

Joe Mazzurco

41-8(senior) 15-4 (sophmore)

3 time section champ…2000 NY State champ…3 time all-state…192 HS wins (most in section one history until brian)

Joey Grippi

N/A

2 time all-state (2009 runner up)…2 time section champ

Malcolm Allen

37-5 (senior)

2011 NY state champ

Penn Gottfried

N/A

5 time section champ…2010 NY state champ…two time all-state

Ryan Osleeb

N/A

2011 NY state champion…3 time all-state…4-time section champ

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