Sometimes, a single incident is all it takes to flip an entire weight class on its head. That incident happened in January when the top 133-pounder from Lehigh suffered a broken elbow. Yet the All-American with a 5-0 record, sat on top of the InterMat NCAA rankings in February despite not competing since December 2024. Unfortunately, the wrestler himself has extinguished the final flame of hope that his fans held on to.
In a game-changing tweet for his division, star wrestler Ryan Crookham confirmed what many had feared. “I will not be competing this post season,” posted the 133 lb favorite. Despite his eagerness to get back to the mat and his best effort to bounce back, turns out you can’t overcome a broken elbow so easily. “I’ll be ready next fall to make a run for that title,” announced the sophomore.
Naturally, the college wrestling community was devastated to learn that the Lehigh star wouldn’t be back before 2026. However, no one wanted to see last year’s third place finisher put his entire career at risk just to chase this year’s title. “Prayers up,” one fan commented on the NCAA wrestler’s post on X, wishing him a swift recovery.
Unfortunately I will not be competing this post season. I’ll be ready next fall to make a run for that title. Appreciate all the support and love. Go hawks
— Ryan Crookham (@ryan_crookham) March 4, 2025
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