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Athlete Awards

Athletes of the Week

Adams S. Turpin-Abdulrazaaq Jr.

  • Award
    Athletes of the Week
  • Week Of
    1/19/2026
  • Sport
    Wrestling
  • Bio
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The WVU Tech Athletic Department has announced its Golden Bear Athletes of the Week for Jan. 12–18, 2026. This week’s honors go to sophomore Emily Wratchford (women’s basketball) and freshman Adams S. Turpin-Abdulrazaaq Jr. (wrestling) following strong performances in conference play and tournament competition.

Adams S. Turpin-Abdulrazaaq Jr. (Richmond, Va.)

Turpin-Abdulrazaaq turned in a dominant performance at the Builder Invite, capturing the heavyweight championship with three victories by fall. He went a perfect 3–0 on the day, ending each bout early to secure first place in a 15-team field.

The freshman’s strength and control were on display throughout the tournament, helping WVU Tech finish sixth overall and continuing a strong start to his collegiate career.



Athlete Awards
Date Athlete Sport
3/29/2022 Gregory Panther Men's Track
3/29/2022 Annmarie Gruttadauro Women's Track
3/10/2022 Donat Fabian Men's Swimming
3/10/2022 Ana Noguera Women's Swimming
3/9/2022 Keondre’ King Men's Basketball
3/7/2022 Jacey Bertalan Softball
2/28/2022 Thomas Hailey Men's Basketball
2/28/2022 Hayden Mathers Esports
1/23/2022 Gunner Short Men's Basketball
1/23/2022 Isaiha Casto Wrestling
1/16/2022 Jeffrey Bowles Wrestling
1/16/2022 Brittney Justice Women's Basketball
1/5/2022 Brianna Ball Women's Basketball
1/5/2022 Ashton Parker Men's Basketball
12/13/2021 Alanis Hill Women's Basketball
12/13/2021 Tamon Scruggs Men's Basketball
12/7/2021 David Rivera Lopez Men's Track
12/7/2021 Carson Casto Men's Track
12/3/2021 Andrew Work Men's Basketball
12/3/2021 Brittney Justice Women's Basketball
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