First African American Varsity Wrestler

Chris Winston became UT’s first varsity wrestler in 1974, the first winning season for the varsity team. Wrestling was dropped as an intercollegiate varsity sport in 1981.

  • Written by Betsey B. Creekmore

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  • Title First African American Varsity Wrestler
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  • Keywords First African American Varsity Wrestler
  • Website Name Volopedia
  • Publisher University of Tennessee Libraries
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  • Access Date January 9, 2026
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  • Date of Last Update October 7, 2018