MATT RAMOS
"Mavatar"
Age: 22 (April 27, 2001)
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Hometown: Lockport, Illinois
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Height: 5’-7” (1.7 m)
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Weight: 125 lbs (57 kg)
High School
Statistics
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(2017) - Fargo Runner-up in freestyle and greco
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(2017) - 5th place at 106lbs in Illinois state high school tournament
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(2018) - 3rd place at 113lbs in Illinois state high school tournament
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(2018) - 1st place Illinois state high school championship in freestyle and Greco-Roman
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(2019) - 1st place 3A Illinois state high school at 120lbs
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(2019) - Lockport High School Athlete of the Year
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Four-year Varsity letter winner at Lockport High School
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Two-time placewinner at Cheesehead Invitational and Walsh Ironman
Professional
Statistics
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Named as Purdue's most Outstanding Freshman
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(2023) - NCAA All American
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(2023) - NCAA Runner-up at 125lbs (57kg)
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(2023) - Most wins in season for Big Ten at 26
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(2022) - U.S. Open Championship at 125 lbs (57kg)
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(2022) - NCAA Champion Round of 12 as 133 lbs (60kg)
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(2021) - 3rd place UWW Junior Freestyle Championship at 125lbs (57kg)
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(2021) - 7th place U23 Freestyle National Championship at 125lbs (57kg)
Early Life
Growing up in the Ramos household, meant instilling a life-long passion for wrestling from the very beginning. With parents Chris and Shelley providing a supportive environment that encouraged an appreciation for not just the sport, but the dedication and values that wrestling embodies.
High School
I am incredibly thankful for the supportive atmosphere and exceptional coaches that Lockport High School provided during my wrestling journey. Their dedication, guidance, and expertise not only helped me improve my skills on the mat, but also instilled invaluable life lessons and a lifelong love for the sport. During my high school years, I achieved a record of 152 wins and only 2 losses, a testament to the countless hours of hard work and dedication I put into honing my skills. The crowning achievements came in the form of three consecutive wrestling state championships, solidifying my position as a dominant force in the sport and leaving an indelible mark on my high school's wrestling legacy. I am proud of these accomplishments and immensely grateful for the unwavering support from my coaches, teammates, family, and the entire school community.
PROFESSIONAL
