Gable Steveson's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A success timeline featuring the most significant achievements of Gable Steveson.

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

2017: Junior Schalles Award

For his wrestling performance in 2017, Gable Steveson received the Junior Schalles Award for best high school pinner.

2018: Adam Coon's defeat

In 2018, Gable Steveson dismantled Adam Coon, two-time NCAA National champion Tony Nelson, two-time All-American Dom Bradley, and two-time All-American Nick Nevills

2019: NCAA Division I National Championships

At the 2019 NCAA Division I National Championships, Gable Steveson reached the semifinals, losing to Anthony Cassar and ultimately claiming third place, earning All-American status.

September 17, 2020: Beat The Streets Event Win

On September 17, 2020, Gable Steveson wrestled Trent Hillger at the annual Beat The Streets event, winning by technical fall.

2020: Summer Olympics Gold Medal

In 2020, Gable Steveson won a gold medal in freestyle wrestling at the Summer Olympics.

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.

2022: Big Ten Athlete of the Year

In 2022, Gable Steveson was named the Big Ten Athlete of the Year.

2023: US Open Wrestling Championships and Final X Win

In 2023, Gable Steveson returned to freestyle competition at the US Open Wrestling Championships, winning the tournament and the 2023 Final X, earning the right to represent the United States at the 2023 World Wrestling Championships, but later decided not to compete.

January 5, 2024: Defeats Cedric Alexander in SmackDown Dark Match

On January 5, 2024, Gable Steveson made his return by defeating Cedric Alexander in a dark match at SmackDown: New Year's Revolution.

2024: Return to wrestling for University of Minnesota

Gable Steveson returned to wrestling for University of Minnesota in 2024.

March 9, 2025: Four-Time Big Ten Heavyweight Champion

On March 9, 2025, Gable Steveson became the first four-time Big Ten heavyweight champion, defeating Greg Kerkvliet. He was named the tournament's most outstanding wrestler.