Campbell University

Prep: Attended Dracut high school where he wrestled for Coach Mike Riley … As a freshman wrestling in the 106 weight class he was the D2 north section and state champion as well as the all-state champion … During his sophomore year he claimed the D2 north section and state champion title for the second year and was an all-state finalist at 120 lbs. … He followed up his sophomore year with another successful junior year as he took the D2 north section champ title, was a D2 state finalist and was the all-state champ at 126 lbs. … For his senior year, Ryan achieved champion status again at the 132 lb weight class … He was the D2 north section and state champion as well as the all-state champion and tallied a 50-2 record as a senior … He finished his high school career with the most wins in school history at 217 and only 26 loses …

Personal: Son of Arthur and Judith Ryan … Younger brother of Erin (27) and James (21) Ryan … James is a wrestler at a division 3 college … Intends to major in communications …