"As far as being a part of rebuilding a program, I think that is what made me tougher. I didn't have any footsteps to follow, I had to learn everything the hard way. Now I am trying to pass down some of the things I have learned to other UD wrestlers". Williams noted.
Williams' college training often included three to four work outs per day. His relentless style and extra gear in the closing minutes have become trademarks of his wrestling success. Williams still enjoys running and lifting weights to maintain top condition and is also looking to begin competing in Mixed Martial Arts events.
Williams completed his college eligibility last season with his second straight trip to the NCAA Division III National Tournament at 165lbs. Far from a household name, Williams established himself as the leader of the University of Dubuque Spartans over the last four years and now holds school records for season and career wins, 44 and 107 respectively.
Williams' other collegiate accolades include: two-time team captain and outstanding wrestler, as well as UD Athlete of the Year.
Williams now accepts the challenge of competing in RealProWrestling's Season 2 at the North Regional qualifying tournament on Saturday, November 4 at Cornell College in Mount Vernon, IA. Williams will wrestle at 163lbs. Williams realizes his collegiate accomplishments are behind him and the RPW competition will be tougher as well.
"I think RPW is a great way to promote our sport and having the chance to wrestle in it is a great honor. In high school I never had much talent. I believe that hard work is the key to success..."
Williams is easy to find prior to his matches. You'll see him stomping around the arena, getting mentally prepared with his headphones on, blasting Metallica or Linkin Park. Williams is ready to challenge all entrants in a loaded weight class which includes NCAA All-Americans Ryan Churella(MI) and Tyrone Woodley(MO).
"I want to wrestle against the best guys."
Post collegiate wrestlers from all NCAA divisions as well as NAIA and Junior Colleges will be competing in each of the four regional tournaments starting with San Jose on October 28. The other events will be held November 11 in Philadelphia and November 18 in Tulsa.
Regional champions will advance to The Super Challenge on January 7 in San Jose for the right to represent one of the eight teams for the dual meet portion of the season which will be in the Spring of 2007.
Mark your calendar, and help support the world's oldest and greatest sport by attending one or more of these events. Applications to compete are still being accepted, contact Dean Morrison at dean@realprowrestling.com.
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