While the move was reported at the end of May, former Utah Valley University All-American wrestler Taylor LaMont’s transfer to Wisconsin wasn’t made official until two weeks ago. “We are fired up to have Taylor join our program!” said UW head coach Chris Bono. “He has incredibly high goals and is passionate in his pursuit to be the best version of himself.”
Per a UW release, LaMont has competed at both 125 and 133 pounds, earning NCAA qualifications at both weights (three times at 125, once at 133). He qualified for the national tournament in 2018, 2020, 2021 and 2022, earning his All-American honor after finishing fifth in 2021 at 125 (he completed a redshirt year during the 2016-17 season and medical redshirt during 2018-19 season).