Childhood and Education Journey of Gable Steveson in Timeline

Discover the defining moments in the early life of Gable Steveson. From birth to education, explore key events.

Gable Steveson is a highly decorated American wrestler known for his achievements in both freestyle and folkstyle wrestling. He won a gold medal at the 2020 Summer Olympics. In freestyle, he's a three-time age-group world champion. In folkstyle, representing the University of Minnesota, Steveson was a two-time Dan Hodge Trophy winner, a two-time NCAA Division I national champion, a four-time Big Ten Conference champion, and a five-time All-American. His accomplishments highlight his dominance and versatility across different wrestling styles.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

May 31, 2000: Gable Steveson Born

Gable Dan Steveson was born on May 31, 2000, in the United States. He is an American wrestler known for his freestyle achievements, including an Olympic gold medal and multiple age-group world championships.

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April 2020: Postponement of 2020 US Olympic Team Trials

In April 2020, the 2020 US Olympic Team Trials were postponed to 2021 due to the COVID-19 pandemic, preventing Gable Steveson from competing as planned.

October 2020: NCAA Extra Year of Eligibility

In October 2020, the NCAA granted winter athletes an extra year of eligibility, which benefited Gable Steveson.

2020: Pursuing WWE Career

In late 2020, Gable Steveson expressed his dream of pursuing a career in WWE as a professional wrestler.

August 15, 2021: Rejection of 2021 World Championships Bid

On August 15, 2021, Gable Steveson rejected the bid to represent the United States at the 2021 World Championships to pursue other ventures.

September 2021: Return to College Wrestling under NIL Deal

In September 2021, it was announced that Gable Steveson would return to college wrestling under an NIL (Name, Image, Likeness) deal, despite signing with WWE.

2021: Postponement of Summer Olympics

In April 2020, the Summer Olympics were postponed to 2021 due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

2021: NIL Marketing Deal with Dave Martin

Prior to the Tokyo Olympics in 2021, Gable Steveson signed a Name, Image and Likeness (NIL) marketing deal with MMA manager Dave Martin.

2022: NCAA Division I National Championships Win and Retirement

At the 2022 NCAA Division I National Championships, Gable Steveson won the tournament, defeated Cohlton Schultz in the final, and then signaled retirement from amateur wrestling by leaving his shoes on the mat.