LARAMIE, Wyo. (Jan. 19, 2021) – The Wyoming Cowboy Wrestling squad features a diverse group of newcomers on the roster for the upcoming season. Get to know the Cowboy Newcomers through this Q&A series.
Freshman
Devin Gomez had a highly decorated prep career at Maize High School finishing as a four-year state placer and a two-time undefeated state champion.
How has practice and training differed from high school to college?
In college, it's breaking things down on a different level. It is very focused on positioning and fine tuning all of your technique
What are you most looking forward to going into your fist season at UW?
I am most excited to grow as a wrestler, compete hard and build friendships with the guys on the team.
What is one thing you learned in your high school career that will help you to compete at the college level?
Something very important I learned from my high school coach Mike Schauer is that it is very important to not have tunnel vision when I am wrestling. "When you open your eyes, and see the full picture, that's when the magic happens" he said. I will
never forget that
What is your favorite memory from your high school career?
There are so many but, my favorite memory from high school has to be capping off my career as a 2x state champ. looking up at the crowd and seeing all of the love and support I had was the best feeling ever.
Do your model style after any other wrestlers?
I wouldn't say that I model anyone specifically but I admire the wrestler who is always attacking and looking to score points.
Having back to back undefeated seasons to finish your high school career, how has that impacted your mindset now heading into your collegiate career?
What's the biggest goal you have set for yourself in your first year at UW?
Everything is a little bit confusing right now with COVID, but my goal is to be an NCAA All American
Having back to back undefeated seasons to finish your high school career, how has that impacted your mindset now heading into your collegiate career?
I would say honestly that it does not affect my attitude going into college. The reason my record was what it was is because i treated every tournament, every dual, every match and every opponent the same. I plan to bring that same energy into the start of my college career.
Do you have any pre-match or pre-tournament rituals and/or superstitions?
I always have to listen to "In the Air Tonight" by Phil Collins before I warm up for a tournament or dual.
Why did you decide to come to UW?
When it came down to choosing a college, I chose the place where I felt I could become the best wrestler I could be. That is why I chose to call Wyoming home.
