In 2025, RUDIS athletes didn’t just compete, they redefined what excellence looks like both on and off the mat. From world medals and signature shoe launches to historic firsts in women’s wrestling, Team RUDIS continued to lead the sport forward through performance and purpose.
Here’s a look at the Team RUDIS Athletes who made 2025 a landmark year for RUDIS.
Sarah Hildebrandt
Sarah Hildebrandt continued to push the sport forward as the face of women’s wrestling in 2025. RUDIS launched Sarah’s signature shoe and RUDIS’ first women’s wrestling shoe, setting a new standard for performance designed specifically for female athletes. Sarah also became a coach for USA Wrestling, pushing the future of women’s wrestling to new levels and impacting the next generation of female wrestlers.
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Kyle Snyder
Kyle Snyder delivered one of the most dominant performances of the year, capturing a Senior World Gold Medal in Zagreb, Croatia and reaffirming his place among the best in the world. His championship mindset continues to embody what it means to be a RUDIS athlete.
Jordan Burroughs
Jordan Burroughs continues to be a driving force in the wrestling community, truly embodying what it means to be ALL IN. He expanded his legacy beyond the mat with the launch of the JB-UltraLITE, his newest signature shoe. Built for speed and precision, the JB-UltraLITE reflects both JB’s elite career and RUDIS’ commitment to performance-driven design. In addition, the JB1 continued it’s legacy as a top pick of the season with popular colorway releases including JB1 Fire and Ice, JB1 South Beach and Flamingo, JB1 Pink Lemonade, and JB1 Naughty & Nice.
Cary Kolat
A legend of the sport, Cary Kolat added an incredible milestone in 2025 with the release of his own signature shoe. Blending tradition with innovation, the Kolat Wrestling shoe honors his influence in wrestling and honoring his legacy.
Kylie Welker
Kylie Welker had a standout year on the international stage. After signing with Team RUDIS, she earned a Senior World Bronze, and captured U23 World Gold. She continues to be a powerful force with her rise at the senior level and her dominance at the collegiate level.
Kennedy Blades
Kennedy Blades continued her upward momentum by earning Senior World Bronze, solidifying herself as a consistent threat on the global stage and a staple in women’s wrestling.
Spencer Lee
Spencer Lee represented the United States as a Senior World Team Member, showcasing elite-level consistency and grit against the world’s best competition.
Beka Melelashvili
Beka Melelashvili signed with Team RUDIS and competed as both a 2025 Senior World Team Member and U23 World Team Member, bringing a relentless spirit to the international scene.
Bo Bassett
Bo Bassett fulfilled incredible feats in 2025. He became a 4x Ironman Champion, 4x Super 32 Champion, claimed a Fargo title, and added a Bill Farrell Memorial International Championship. A historic run as a High School Senior that underscored his dominance across the nation.
Marcus Blaze
Marcus Blaze continued his rise after signing with Team RUDIS, capturing U20 World Gold and establishing himself as one of the most exciting young talents in the sport.
Ben Askren
Rebuilding your health from the ground up requires a level of grit most people never have to tap into. Ben attacked recovery the same way he attacked competition: with discipline, determination, and an unbreakable mindset. Ben Askren’s 2025 wasn’t defined by medals or match results. It was defined by spirit, resolve, and the refusal to stop moving forward. His fight wasn’t about returning to who he was; it was about becoming stronger through adversity.
Kayla Miracle
Kayla Miracle claimed the US Open Championship, adding another major title to her career and reinforcing her place among the nation’s elite.
Kaito Morikawa
Kaito joined Team RUDIS in 2025, representing the brand’s continued global reach and commitment to supporting elite talent worldwide.
Emily Shilson
Emily Shilson continued to push the pace in women’s wrestling through persistence and determination, securing a Bill Farrell Memorial International Championship.
Nick Feldman
Nick Feldman’s rise as a dominant force in collegiate wrestling continued in 2025, marked by statement wins and a level of consistency that separates contenders from leaders. Composed under pressure and relentless in his pursuit.
From world championships to signature shoes, 2025 highlighted how Team RUDIS is changing the sport every day. Each milestone reflects a shared commitment to performance, authenticity, and pushing wrestling to becoming its best.
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