Leroy Kemp

About

Amateur wrestler widely considered one of the most accomplished in United States history. He won three World Championships and four consecutive FILA Wrestling World Cups during his career.

Before Fame

He spent his early years in Cleveland and began wrestling after being dismissed from his high school basketball team.

Trivia

He won his first world title at 21, making him the youngest world champion in history.

Family Life

He is the adopted child of Leroy and Jessie Kemp.

Associated With

He and basketball legend Oscar Robertson are both members of the Wisconsin Athletic Hall of Fame.