Three-time Ohio school champion at Maple Heights High, 1967-68-69, going undefeated through high school career. Continued undefeated in Big Ten competition for four years at Michigan State University, first wrestler ever to accomplish this feat. NCAA 142-pound champion in 1972 and three-time collegiate All-American. Twice named to East-West Collegiate All-Star team, he was named the Outstanding Wrestler in the Big Ten in 1973 after winning his fourth consecutive conference title.