Budzek closed out his career in sensational fashion at the NCAA Championships this past weekend. He won the individual National Championship in the 149 pound weight class. In doing so, he became the 23rd Individual National Champion in TCNJ wrestling’s history. Budzek went on an impressive run to the national title, as he went into the NCAA Championships unseeded. After three wins on day one to secure All-America status and a semifinal appearance, he punched his ticket to the championship bout by way of an 8-1 victory. In the finals, he prevailed by a 4-2 final score. Budzek concluded his career with a blistering record of 84-20. He goes out as a National Champion, All-American, and two-time national qualifier.
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