One of the great innovators of the sport of wrestling, 'Funky' Ben Askren pushed the limits of folkstyle scrambling during his incredible wrestling career at the University of Missouri. Askren was a four-time NCAA finalist and a two-time NCAA Champion, in 2006 and 2007 at 174-pounds, winning the Hodge Trophy in both seasons. Askren was instrumental in leading the Brian Smith-coached Tiger program to national prominence.
Ben Askren & Donny Pritzlaff On Tense Rivalry
Apr 16, 2026
Ben Askren and Donny Pritzlaff had an intense rivalry on the mat in 2007-2008. They break down what it was like wrestling each other and they feelings they had on and off the mat.
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