2015-16: Held a 4-2 record while wrestling unattached at 157 pounds ... took first place at the Pointer Open with an unscathed 4-0 record ... was 0-2 at the MSU Open
High School: At 145 lbs., was a conference champion as a senior with a 29-4 record ... finished junior season as the state runner-up conference champion at 145 lbs. with a 47-5 record ... earned All-America honors at Junior Nationals in Virginia Beach, Virginia with a sixth-place finish ... state runner-up at 145 lbs. with a 46-8 record as a sophomore ... crowned the conference champion and regional champion at 138 lbs. with a 46-5 record and was a state qualifier in his freshman season ... exceeded 100 pins in career ... also lettered in football and baseball ... high school coaches were Bob Wozniak and Jason Ott
Personal: Parents are Bill and Sara Schmid ... has two siblings, Chris and Rachael ... intends to major in kinesiology ... involved in student council and the freshman mentor program in high school
Why Wisconsin?
"The academics, atmosphere and athletics are top notch."
Off the Mat with Eric
Favorite thing about Wisconsin wrestling: My favorite thing about Wisconsin wrestling is the guys on the team and the top-notch coaching staff.
Before each match, I: Become mentally prepared
Most memorable match: My state semifinals match sophomore year
A non-athletic talent I have is: Playing any sports game on any system
One thing I absolutely have to do before I turn 40: Fly in a fighter jet
Favorite quote: "Whether you think you can or you think you can't, you're right."
Greatest fear: Spiders, I cannot stand spiders
What song would you put on the soundtrack to your life? Paradise City
What is your favorite book? The Traveler's Gift by Andy Andrews
Favorite UW athlete? Melvin Gordon
Favorite athlete? Bo Jackson
What does it mean to be a Badger?
"To excel academically and athletically while growing into the best version of yourself."
