Dane Pestano '13 Recruiting Profile

Commitment, dedication, good work ethics and easy going are my finest qualities. I plan to attend college to pursue wrestling and get an education in mathematics and physical therapy. I have been wrestling since the age of 8 and it has always been a dream of mine to become an NCAA champion.I have also been taking judo from a very young age and have won numerous national championships and made the USA Jr. World Team twice. My dream was to make the Judo Olympic team in 2016 but I have to put that dream on hold until I finish my education and pursue a national championship in college wrestling. I eventually want to work as a physical therapist and coach wrestling/judo at my current highschool. Education is the key to my success in the classroom and on the mat. I have thrived on doing my best all my life and have always given my heart in everthing I do, but even in defeat I have always learned that losing builds character. I know not what the future holds for me, but I know it will be what I make of it.