The Boilermakers were victimized by a video review in the first session of the national championships.
2011-2012 (REDSHIRT)
Did not compete during initial season at Purdue.
HIGH SCHOOL
Finished 178-14 at Castle High School, including a perfect 51-0 mark as a senior ... won the 2011 Indiana High School State Championship at 160 lbs., setting the Castle record for wins in a season (51) ... finished third at the state championship at 152 pounds in his junior season, going 48-1 and suffering his only loss in the state semifinals ... was a four-time Indiana High School State Championship qualifier ... won the 2011 NHSCA Senior National Championships at 152 pounds, going 5-0 with three falls and a major decision and not allowing a point in the semifinals and finals.
PERSONAL
Chad Geoffrey Welch was born May 30, 1992 in Newburgh, Ind. ... is the son of Curt and Dawn Welch ... has two brothers, Doug, who is also on the Purdue Wrestling team, and Luke, and one sister, Courtney ... enjoy baseball and wood working ... majoring in law and society.
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