Adams S. Turpin-Abdulrazaaq Jr. (1/19/2026) - Athlete Awards

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Adams S. Turpin-Abdulrazaaq Jr.

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Athletes of the Week
Week Of

1/19/2026
Sport

Wrestling
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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
9/19/2018	Jaelynn Parks	Women's XC
9/19/2018	Dan Nehnevaj	Men's XC
9/7/2018	Konstantina Pateli	Volleyball
9/7/2018	Gavin Shiels	Men's Soccer
8/29/2018	Sergio Sanchez	Men's Soccer
8/29/2018	Miriam Cortez	Women's Soccer
8/23/2018	Ana Monteiro	Volleyball
8/23/2018	Jesus Naves	Men's Soccer
6/5/2018	Coming Soon	Baseball
6/5/2018	Coming Soon	Baseball
5/2/2018	Allie White	Women's Track
5/2/2018	Alex Lee	Men's Track
4/26/2018	Kieren Samarakoon	Golf
4/26/2018	Hannah Calhoun	Softball
4/19/2018	Kayla Harbin	Softball
4/19/2018	Dan Nehnevaj	Men's Track
4/11/2018	Jerod Jobst	Baseball
4/11/2018	Skylar Connelly	Softball
4/5/2018	Karina Atanacio	Softball
4/5/2018	Alex Lim	Men's Track