
Lee Kemp is one of the greatest wrestlers in American history. Before a legendary college and international career, he found wrestling as a ninth grader in Chardon, Ohio. He won three NCAA titles for Wisconsin (1976-78), reaching the finals four straight years (1975-78). Kemp became the first U.S. wrestler to win three World titles (1978-79, '82) but faced heartache when the United States boycotted the 1980 Moscow Olympics due to the Soviet Union's invasion of Afghanistan.

Lee Kemp Wrestled Scared After Winning First NCAA Title
Aug 30, 2025
Lee Kemp won his first NCAA title in 1976, but he has two more to go. And Iowa State's Kelly Ward will do anything he can to stop the Badger star.


















