As the breakout star of the latter half of Penn State’s wrestling season, Shakur Rasheed has burst onto the scene, racking up bonus points — including 12 pins — in 16 of his 19 matches this season.
The junior’s signature move — the cross-face cradle — has been causing his opponents pain all season long.
Despite the cross-face having been Rasheed’s go-to move since at least high school, his opponents still find themselves wrapped up in it. Coach Cael Sanderson has said it’s Rasheed’s versatility and ability to turn guys other ways — such as with strong tilts and in scrambles — that has contributed to his continued success with the move.