Gordy Morgan
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Minneapolis, Minnesota, U.S.
| Personal information | |
|---|---|
| Born | August 12, 1966[1] Minneapolis, Minnesota, U.S. |
| Sport | |
| Country | United States |
| Sport | Wrestling |
| Event | Greco-Roman |
| College team | Minnesota |
| Club | Minnesota Storm |
| Team | USA |
Gordy Morgan (born August 12, 1966) is an American former wrestler. He wrestled in the 74 kg weight class at the 1996 Olympics, finishing ninth, and was a 1990 and 1993–95 world team member.[1][2] He was a 3-time National Greco-Roman champion (1991, 1993, 1994).[3] In NCAA competition, he was the 1989 Big Ten champion in the 158 pound class and an NCAA All-American.[4] He was also a 1985 Minnesota State High School champion in the 155 pound class.[5]
In 2004, the Minnesota Wrestling Coaches Association inducted Morgan into the Dave Bartelma Hall of Fame[6]
In 2006, Morgan was named USA Wrestling FILA Junior/University Person of the Year for his commitment to the sport and development of wrestlers.[3]
