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Three-time world medalist Ryder enters transfer portal

One of the nation's top recruits from the Class of 2024 has entered the transfer portal.

Zack Ryder entered the transfer portal after one redshirt season Penn State. He competed at 184 pounds, compiling a record of 8-0. Ryder was a champion at the Southern Scuffle.

This comes a week after Rocco Welsh, a national finalist at 184 pounds in 2024 for Ohio State, announced that he is transferring to Penn State.

Ryder was a four-time New York state champion. In addition he claimed a silver medal at the U20 World Championships last year and also won a pair of bronze medals at the U17 World Championships.