USA Wrestling reprimanded Nick Preston (Columbus, Ohio/Sunkist Kids), who competes in the 96 kg/211.5 lbs. division in men’s freestyle wrestling, concerning his behavior during a match at the U.S. National Wrestling Championships in Las Vegas, Nev., April 29-30. The reprimand was issued by the Athlete Advisory Committee and approved by the Executive Committee.
The behavior in question was during a match against Daniel Cormier (Stillwater, Okla./Gator WC) during the championship.
Preston has issued an apology to USA Wrestling. Any further incidents could result in additional sanctions against Preston.