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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
4/10/2013 Taylor Norman Softball
3/27/2013 Katie Campbell Softball
3/27/2013 Zach Sizemore Baseball
3/20/2013 Jose Soto Baseball
3/20/2013 Genna Trippett Softball
2/27/2013 Jacki Wood Softball
2/27/2013 Taylor Carter Baseball
2/20/2013 Amy Gardner Women's Basketball
2/6/2013 Amber Tully Women's Basketball
2/6/2013 Kornilous Donnell Men's Basketball
1/30/2013 John Walters Wrestling
1/23/2013 Mashya White Women's Basketball
1/16/2013 Conrad Lacey Wrestling
12/12/2012 Chance Smith Wrestling
12/12/2012 Nia Nolan Women's Basketball
12/5/2012 Jack Cavanagh Men's Swimming
12/5/2012 Courtney Sturdivant Women's Basketball
11/21/2012 Dirk Ponchak Wrestling
11/14/2012 Courtney Sturdivant Women's Basketball
11/14/2012 Terrale Clark Men's Basketball
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