New Jersey City University Athletics

2024-25: Wrestled in 33 matches, leading the Gothic Knights will 26 wins ... finished with an overall record of 26-7, 17-6 at 149 pounds and 9-1 at 157 pounds ... posted seven pins, seven technical falls, and three major decisions ... placed fourth in 149-pound weight class at the Wildcat Open (1/25) ... secured a sixth-place finish in the149-pound class at the Wilkes Open (12/20).

2023-24: Finished 19-11 overall, 18-11 at 149 and 1-0 at 157 ... led the team in technical falls (2) ... recorded four falls, two technical falls, and one major decision ... notched eighth at NCAA Mideast Regional (3/1-2) ... consolation semifinalist at Wildcat Open (1/28) ... holds NJCU's individual season victories record (19).

2022-23: Competed 17 times as a freshman, primarily at 157 pounds ... amassed a 6-11 overall record, including 6-10 at 157 ... notched one win by technical fall.

High School: A 2022 graduate of Livingston High School ... wrestling team member ... captain as a senior ... won the individual country championship as a senior ... placed third in districts ... placed fifth in regions ... two-time regional qualifier ... team won State Sectional title ... also wrestled with Estebuilt Club.

Personal: Son of Kimberly and Rick Vera ... has one sister, Emily ... pursuing a career as a firefighter ... enjoys cooking ... chose NJCU for the coaching staff and close proximity to home ... Dean's List (Spring '25).