OKRTC Athletes Set to Compete at the US Open

The Oklahoma Regional Training Center (OKRTC) will be well represented this weekend as a group of rising athletes take the mat at the US Open. Competing in both Greco-Roman and Freestyle, these athletes will test themselves against some of the nation’s top talent in the U20 division.

The US Open serves as one of the premier events on the national calendar, offering valuable experience and an opportunity to make a statement on a big stage.

Greco-Roman Representation

OKRTC will be represented by two athletes in Greco-Roman competition:

• Will Deutschlander — 67kg
• Trae Rios — 77kg

Both athletes bring a physical, disciplined style to the mat and will look to make deep runs in their respective brackets.

Freestyle Lineup

The freestyle side features a deep and competitive group of OKRTC athletes:

• Mikey Ruiz — 57kg
• Alex Braun — 61kg
• Eric Casula — 61kg
• Dallas Russell — 70kg
• Bryce Burkett — 74kg
• Trae Rios — 79kg
• Mason Ontiveros — 86kg
• Anthony Harris Jr — 92kg

This group showcases a strong mix of experience, toughness, and versatility across multiple weight classes.

Opportunity on a Big Stage

For many of these athletes, the US Open is more than just another tournament it’s a proving ground. Strong performances here can build momentum, confidence, and position athletes for future national and international opportunities.

With multiple entries across both styles, OKRTC continues to demonstrate its commitment to developing high-level competitors and building depth within its program.

As the action unfolds, all eyes will be on this group as they represent OKRTC on one of wrestling’s biggest domestic stages.