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
11/25/2014	Rocio Ruiz-Berdejo	Women's Basketball
11/25/2014	Jauries Thomas	Men's Basketball
11/18/2014	Cheyanna Lusk	Women's Basketball
11/18/2014	Alexandre Quintão	Men's Swimming
11/11/2014	Hunter Moles	Men's Soccer
11/11/2014	Sierrah Soto	Women's Soccer
11/4/2014	Noelle Day	Volleyball
11/4/2014	Conrad Lacey	Wrestling
10/28/2014	Kendra Monnin	Women's Swimming
10/28/2014	Manuel Serrano Laguna	Men's Swimming
10/21/2014	Tristen Kilman	Women's Soccer
10/21/2014	Steven Han	Golf
10/14/2014	Creshana Jones	Women's Soccer
10/14/2014	Sam Laughton	Men's Soccer
10/7/2014	Alex Pastor	Men's Soccer
10/7/2014	Mackenzie Snare	Volleyball
9/30/2014	Chelsea Dean	Volleyball
9/30/2014	Sven Biansumba	Men's Soccer
9/23/2014	Hannah Atkins	Volleyball
9/23/2014	Gerardo Flores	Golf