
Photo: Sam Janicki
ACC champ Hipolito commits to Oklahoma
Jun 02
Oklahoma has landed one of the most exciting middleweight wrestlers in college.
Raphael Hipolito, known for his wide-open, unique style, announced his commitment to the Sooners on Monday. He spent the previous two years at Virginia Tech, competing at 157 pounds. This past season, Hipolito won an ACC title and compiled a record of 18-5. He redshirted the previous season and posted a record of 11-4.
Hipolito is accomplished in the sport of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, winning multiple world titles, and only started wrestling in high school.
He is expected to compete at 165 pounds for the Sooners.