Les Gutches (2003) - Hall of Fame - Oregon State University Athletics

Les Gutches

Induction:
2003

Les was a four-year letterman who is considered the best OSU wrestler in modern history. He compiled a record of 134-10 and was named Outstanding Wrestler at the NCAA Championships as a senior. He was also named Outstanding Wrestler at the U.S. Nationals in 1996.

The Medford, Ore., native won two NCAA titles at 177 and was a three-time Academic All-American.

His post-collegiate career included numerous international competitions and titles. He was a gold medalist at the 1998 Goodwill Games, the bronze at the 1999 World Championships, and a member of the 1996 U.S. Olympic Team. He has coached internationally and assisted coaching at OSU.