Brandon Precin retires from wrestling after successful collegiate and international career
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by Richard Immel USA Wrestling
| Brandon Precin at the 2011 NCAA Championships. Photo: Tony Rotundo, WrestlersAreWarriors.com |
After an exceptional 20-plus-year career, U.S. lightweight Brandon Precin has announced his retirement from wrestling.
Precin was a three-time NCAA All-American for Northwestern University and has medaled at multiple senior level events in men’s freestyle for the U.S.
After much deliberation Precin feels the time is right to move on from active competition on the mat and pursue other opportunities.
“The last twenty years have been an incredible journey,” Precin said. “The countless hours I’ve put towards the sport have rewarded me with so much in my life. During this time, I traveled the world, made friends, created lasting memories, found glory, gained an education, given back to the community and in general had a lifetime of experiences.”
Precin has won medals at several international competitions including the Guelph Open, Cerro Pelado International, NYAC International and Dave Schultz Memorial International.
He was a University National champion in freestyle while attending Northwestern in 2011. In addition, he placed top eight at the U.S. Open three times, finished in fourth place at the U.S. World Team Trials in 2010 and qualified to compete at the U.S. Olympic Trials in 2012.
During his time at Northwestern Precin posted an overall record of 138-31 while winning two Midlands Championships and securing two third place finishes and a seventh place finish at the NCAA Championships.
He was a two-time Illinois state champion, four-time Illinois state place winner and All-American at both the Cadet and Junior National Championships while attending Carl Sandburg High School. His high school record was an impressive 186-6.
“Even though my competitive wrestling career didn’t end 100% as planned, I hold my head up high. I have much to be proud of, and I hope I have inspired others along my journey,” said Precin.
Moving forward, Precin intends to remain involved with the sport of wrestling in some capacity, coaching or otherwise. He has held several coaching positions, most notably at Northwestern and Stanford, in recent years.
“I am indebted to all those who have helped me along my journey, especially my family, friends, sponsors, practice partners and coaches. Thank you everyone for your help and support throughout the years,” said Precin.
Precin is planning to move back to his native town of Chicago, Ill. to pursue future endeavors.
