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
5/12/2016	Jayson Sykora	Baseball
5/12/2016	Dylan Harvey	Baseball
5/3/2016	Josh Hudson	Baseball
5/3/2016	Gjenine Galloway	Women's Track
4/27/2016	Brady Groesbeck	Baseball
4/27/2016	Mackenzie Wilson	Softball
4/19/2016	Matt Ryan	Golf
4/19/2016	Kylie Lang	Women's Track
4/12/2016	Luke Jobson	Men's Track
4/12/2016	Genna Trippett	Softball
4/6/2016	Megan Blythe	Softball
4/6/2016	Roy Suzuki	Baseball
3/31/2016	Daniel Lynch	Men's Track
3/31/2016	Genna Trippett	Softball
3/23/2016	Matt Ryan	Golf
3/23/2016	Nikki Aleshire	Women's Track
3/15/2016	Rachel Rusch	Softball
3/15/2016	Brady Groesbeck	Baseball
3/10/2016	Quentin Cooper	Men's Swimming
3/10/2016	Tommy Weaver	Baseball