Eli Leonard

My wrestling journey began with the Sugar River youth wrestling club. From a young age, I fell in love with the sport's competitive nature and the discipline it required.

In eighth grade, I had my turning point at the U.S. Open. That tournament showed me what it really took to be a champion and proved I could compete with the best kids in the state. This realization motivated me to work harder and refine my craft. I finished my high school career as an undefeated state champion with accolades including Fargo All-American (4th) and Super 32 All-American (5th).

I am currently a wrestler at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, where I continue to compete at the highest level. My collegiate career has been marked by dedication to both athletic and academic excellence.

I have coaching experience with the Sugar River youth program and SWA, where I focus on building that core foundation of excellence. At Mount Horeb youth program, I worked to develop young wrestlers with technical expertise and competitive spirit. I bring this experience to Gorilla Lab to inspire the next generation.