Dillon Messick
Dillon Messick
Weight: 133
Year: Sr.
Hometown: Newport News, VA
High School: Warwick HS
Bats/Throws: Sheet Metal
Trade: Sheet Metal Worker

2021-22: ALL-AMERICAN. Dill entered the National Championships as the top seed at 133 lbs after defeating the defending National Champion as well as the current top-ranked wrestler to claim his first MAC conference title. He would advance to the National Semi-finals before dropping into the consolation bracket where he would come back to place 5th for his first spot on the podium. Apprentice Athlete of the Week on two occasions.  MAC Champ, 3rd Star City Classic. Led the team in total wins with a 28-7 season record, including 5 major decisions and 7 pins.  

2019-20:  Advanced to blood-round at NCWA National Championships, one win shy of All-American honors before Apprentice withdrew from the tournament due to COVID-19 concerns.  Entered as the #7 seed, advancing to the quarter-finals before falling to #2 from Grand Valley.  22 wins on the season, including a 12-2 NCWA record. Builder Invite Champ.  3rd Star City Classic. MAC runner-up.