Class Of 2024 Standout Ty Watson Commits To Penn State Wrestling
The best wrestling team in the country is only getting better, folks.
Class of 2024 standout Ty Watson committed to Penn State wrestling, he announced Thursday.
My childhood dream has been fulfilled, and I am so grateful that the Lord has given me this blessing. I’d like to thank my family for getting me to where I am today, because of them I will be furthering my academic and athletic career at Penn State University! #weare
— Ty Watson (@Tywatson_21) November 9, 2023pic.twitter.com/djCyAinouT
Watson, a student at Penns Valley High School, chose to pursue wrestling over football, which he is the Centre County’s all-time leading scorer.
On the mat, Watson holds an overall record of 88-15 over his high school career, spending time wrestling at both 160 and 152 pounds.
Watson is a two-time regional champion and a two-time PIAA medalist, finishing sixth both times.
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