AOTW: Alaska wrestler Levi Hopkins takes gold at U23 Pan-American Games

Category: Sports

Palmer wrestler Levi Hopkins went from Alaska State Champion to U23 Pan-American Gold medalist by betting on himself and seizing the opportunity to compete internationally.

Keywords: Palmer wrestler, Levi Hopkins, U23 Pan-American Gold medalist, wrestling, international competition

Source: Alaska's News Source

Update At: 7/17/2024

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