
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 Is Ready To Take On The World
Sep 7, 2025
After winning three NCAA titles at Wisconsin, Lee Kemp trained for the 1978 World Championships, making history and rewriting the record book.


















