Stanford freshman Slava Shahbazyan has been honored as the ACC Wrestler of the Week after an outstanding performance at the Princeton Open, where he won the 184-pound title in his collegiate debut.
Stanford freshman Slava Shahbazyan has made a remarkable entrance into collegiate wrestling, being named the ACC Wrestler of the Week following his impressive performance at the Princeton Open. Competing in the 184-pound weight class, Shahbazyan secured the title in his debut by achieving a flawless 5-0 record on Sunday. He showcased his dominance by outscoring his opponents 65-22 throughout the tournament, culminating in a hard-fought 9-6 victory against No. 13 Rylan Rogers of Lehigh in the final match.
This accolade is particularly significant for Shahbazyan, coming just eight months after he claimed a California state championship at 165 pounds while representing Birmingham High School. His swift transition from high school to collegiate wrestling has garnered attention, and his performance at Princeton Open suggests that he is a formidable competitor in the NCAA wrestling scene.
As Shahbazyan continues to build on this early success, he has set high expectations for his future endeavors in the sport. The wrestling community and fans are eager to see how he will progress throughout the season, following this impressive start.