Western Illinois University Athletics

Rich Lafnitzegger wrestled for the Leathernecks from 1974-78. During his time at Western Illinois, he was a three-time national qualifier, finishing third in 1977-78, when he earned All-American status at 167 pounds. 
 
Lafnitzegger also earned All-Illinois honors twice during his career and won the Leatherneck Tournament in 1976 and 1978. He finished his career at WIU with a record of 50-17-3.