Michael Cain signs to wrestle at Wabash College

The REPORTER

Hamilton Heights senior Michael Cain has signed a letter of intent to wrestle for Wabash College in Crawfordsville. Wabash College is a member of the North Coast Athletic Conference (NCAC) and an NCAA Division III athletic institution. He is the son of Joshua Cain, Kelley Cain, and Sara Lefeavers.

Wabash College is a good fit for a student who wants to excel in both academics and athletics, offering a top-notch business program and a wrestling team renowned for its strong tradition and competitive spirit which is why it was Cain’s top pick. He plans to pursue a business degree and become an entrepreneur with the vision of developing his own wrestling club and coach wrestling.

Cain, who was also a four-year member of Hamilton Heights High School football team, is a highly recognized and successful wrestler at the local, regional, and state level who broke and now holds Heights’ all-time win record of 176-21. In addition, he is a three-time Hoosier Conference, Sectional and Regional champion, a four-time semi-state qualifier, two-time state qualifier, and a two-time member of the Academic All-State team.

Cain has been passionate about wrestling for about seven years and trained during the summers for the past four, His dedication to his sport has paid off during competitions at home and around the country and with the opportunity to wrestle at the college level.

He credits his father, Joshua, and HHMS Assistant Wrestling Coach Aaron Sheller as being important influences in developing his focus, skill, and talent on the mat. When he is not in class or on the mat, he volunteers for the Husky Wrestling Club and coaches at wrestling tournaments.

“Michael Cain becomes one if not the most dominant wrestler to ever compete for Hamilton Heights,” Hamilton Heights Head Wrestling Coach Gary Myers said. “Michael leaves with a Hamilton Heights record of 176 wins, placing fifth in the IHSAA State Championships, and two-time Academic All-State. He will represent the Little Giants of Wabash College well as he joins former Husky Wrestler Carson Fettig there!”

“If you watched Michael wrestle as a freshman, you knew he was going to be special,” Hamilton Heights Athletic Director Kurt Ogden said. “His record-breaking 176 career wins are a true testament to his work ethic and commitment to wrestling.  He will be a huge asset to the wrestling program at Wabash College.”