Zach Esposito: Record, Net Worth, Weight, Age & More!

Who is Zach Esposito?

Zach Esposito is a former NCAA Champion wrestler and long-time associate head coach for the Oklahoma State Cowboys wrestling team. He has been with the team for 13 years and has compiled an impressive list of achievements, including guiding 63 athletes to All American Selection and coaching 10 NCAA Champions. As a wrestler himself, Zach was also an impressive athlete who achieved exceptional accolades throughout his collegiate career, including an absurd four consecutive NCAA Team Championship wins, an individual championship title in 2005, and 3 consecutive Big 12 Championship titles.

Who is Zach Esposito?

Zach Esposito is a former NCAA Champion wrestler and long-time associate head coach for the Oklahoma State Cowboys wrestling team. He has been with the team for 13 years and has compiled an impressive list of achievements, including guiding 63 athletes to All American Selection and coaching 10 NCAA Champions. As a wrestler himself, Zach was also an impressive athlete who achieved exceptional accolades throughout his collegiate career, including an absurd four consecutive NCAA Team Championship wins, an individual championship title in 2005, and 3 consecutive Big 12 Championship titles.

What this article covers:

• Who is Zach Esposito?
• How Old is Zach Esposito?
• How Much Does Zach Esposito Weigh?
• Zach Esposito Fight List
• Zach Esposito's Best Fight of All Time
• Zach Esposito Record
• Is Zach Esposito Retired? 

He began his wrestling journey as a high school student in New Jersey. He attended Bergen Catholic High School, where he quickly established himself as a talented wrestler. Esposito's skills on the mat were apparent from the start, as he won the New Jersey state championship in his sophomore year. He followed this up with two more state championships in his junior and senior years, making him a three-time state champion. Esposito's success in high school earned him recognition as one of the top high school wrestlers in the country and caught the attention of college coaches across the nation.

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Esposito's freshman year at Oklahoma State was marked by great success on the mat. He had an impressive record of 33-7, which included several notable victories over tough opponents. Esposito's skills were immediately apparent to his coaches and teammates, and he quickly established himself as a key member of the team. His success during the season helped the Cowboys finish second in the NCAA team standings. Esposito's strong performance earned him recognition as the Big 12 Conference Freshman of the Year. His talent and potential were clear, and it was clear that he was destined for great things in the sport of wrestling.

During Zach’s sophomore year at Oklahoma State, Zach Esposito continued to establish himself as one of the top wrestlers in the country. He competed at 149 pounds and posted an impressive 29-4 record for the season. Esposito's strong performances helped lead the Oklahoma State Cowboys to a Big 12 Championship and a third-place finish at the NCAA Championships. He also earned All-American honors for the first time in his collegiate career, finishing in sixth place at the NCAA Championships. Esposito's tenacity and skill on the mat continued to make him a formidable opponent for anyone he faced, and he was quickly becoming a key member of the Cowboys' wrestling team.

Esposito had a successful junior year wrestling for Oklahoma State in 2005-06. He won his first Big 12 Conference title and helped lead the team to a Big 12 championship. He also placed third at the NCAA Championships, earning All-American honors for the first time in his collegiate career. In addition to his individual success, he played a key role in helping Oklahoma State win the NCAA team championship for the fourth consecutive year. Overall, Esposito continued to establish himself as one of the top wrestlers in the country and helped solidify Oklahoma State's dominance in the sport.

As a senior, Zach Esposito continued his impressive wrestling career at Oklahoma State. He had an outstanding season, finishing with a record of 36-1, and earned the title of Big 12 Conference champion for the third consecutive year. Esposito's only loss came in the NCAA finals against Ryan Lewis of Minnesota, but he still finished as a runner-up and earned All-American honors for the second time in his college career. Throughout his senior year, Esposito was ranked as one of the top wrestlers in the nation and his outstanding performance helped the Oklahoma State Cowboys win their fourth straight NCAA team championship. His senior year was a fitting end to a remarkable college wrestling career, which saw him achieve numerous individual and team accolades, and cement his place as one of Oklahoma State's greatest wrestlers of all time.

After graduating from Oklahoma State University, Zach Esposito continued to compete in wrestling by transitioning to freestyle wrestling. He had a successful career as a freestyle wrestler, winning multiple national and international tournaments, and even competed for a spot on the United States Olympic team in 2008. However, he ultimately fell short of making the team. After his competitive career, Esposito began coaching and has become a highly respected figure in the wrestling world.

Zach Esposito began his coaching career as a graduate assistant coach at the University of Wyoming in 2007. He then joined the Oklahoma State Cowboys wrestling team as an assistant coach in 2008, where he has remained ever since. In his 13-year tenure at Oklahoma State, Zach Esposito has established himself as one of the most successful coaches in college wrestling history. He has coached 63 athletes to All-American selections and 10 NCAA champions. Under his guidance, the Oklahoma State Cowboys have won four NCAA team championships. In addition to his team successes, Esposito has also received personal recognition for his coaching achievements. He was named the NWCA Assistant Coach of the Year in 2014 and has been a finalist for the award on four other occasions.

All told, Zach is one of the most talented and acclaimed coaches that we’ve had the pleasure of working with here at BJJ Fanatics. His induction into the National Wrestling Hall of Fame in 2021 speaks for itself.

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How Old is Zach Esposito? 

At the time of writing in 2023, Zach is 39 years old. He was born in the fall of 1983.

Zach Esposito Family

Not much has been published about Zach Esposito’s family. He prefers to focus on wrestling when interviewed, and leads a private life. He has always lived in Japan, and still does today.

How Much is Zach Esposito Worth?

Zach Esposito’s net worth is not public information, but he is a very well-known figure in the world of collegiate wrestling who was both a champion himself, and the coach of many more champions.

How Tall is Zach Esposito?

Zach Esposito’s height was never recorded for competition because he is and was a wrestler.

How Much Does Zach Esposito Weigh? 

Esposito wrestled in the 149-pound weight class during his freshman and sophomore years at Oklahoma State. He then moved up to the 157-pound weight class for his junior and senior years.

Zach Esposito Fight List

Zach Esposito has competed in so many matches that we’d never have time to list them all. He also has coached for exponentially more time than he competed. Here is a brief rundown of why Zach is so well respected in the grappling community:

• Four-time NCAA All-American
• 2005 NCAA individual champion at 149 pounds
• Two-time Oklahoma State University - Most Outstanding Wrestler
• Oklahoma State University record holder for total wins and total major decisions
• Four-time NCAA team champion as a member of the Oklahoma State Cowboys
• Coached 63 athletes to All-American selection
• Coached 10 NCAA champions at Oklahoma State
• 3x Big 12 Conference Champion (2003, 2004, 2005)
• 2x NCAA runner-up (2004, 2005)
• 3x NWCA All-Academic Team (2003, 2004, 2005)
• 2x Academic All-Big 12 First Team (2004, 2005)
• U.S. Olympic Trials Qualifier (2008)
• Assistant coach for the U.S. World University Games team (2018)
• Inducted into the Oklahoma Wrestling Hall of Fame (2018)
• Inducted into the National Wrestling Hall of Fame (2021)

Zach Esposito's Best Fight of All Time

Zach Esposito's 2005 NCAA championship win was a significant milestone in his wrestling career. In the 149-pound weight class, he won the individual title by defeating Troy Letters of Lehigh University in the final match. It was a closely contested match with Esposito eventually winning by a score of 6-4. Esposito had an outstanding tournament, winning his first three matches by technical falls and then defeating top-seeded Ryan Bertin of the University of Michigan in the semi-finals. The victory gave Esposito his fourth All-American selection and secured his place in Oklahoma State wrestling history.

Who Did Zach Esposito Lose To?

Zach Esposito faced a lot of tough competition in his day, and surely had many losses. None of them stand out the way his championship win does, though.

Zach Esposito Record

Zach Esposito's collegiate wrestling record at Oklahoma State over his entire career was 123 wins and 12 losses.

Zach Esposito Injuries

There is no information available that suggests Zach Esposito suffered any significant injuries during his collegiate wrestling career or coaching career. However, it's common for wrestlers to experience minor injuries such as sprains, strains, and bruises due to the physical nature of the sport.To avoid injuries, wrestlers take several precautions such as practicing proper techniques, conditioning their bodies, wearing protective gear, and having regular check-ups with medical professionals. They also follow strict nutrition plans to maintain a healthy weight and minimize the risk of injury

Is Zach Esposito Retired?

Zach Esposito retired from competition after the 2006 NCAA championships. He was inducted into the Oklahoma State University Athletics Hall of Honor in 2015, The Oklahoma State Wrestling Hall of Fame in 2018, and the National Wrestling Hall of Fame in 2021. He’s one of the most pedigreed athletes to work with us here at BJJ Fanatics.

He’s got two products available through BJJ Fanatics. His first offering, “Introduction to Youth Wrestling”, focuses on teaching fundamental wrestling skills to young athletes. In the video, Esposito shares his expertise on how to teach kids the basics of wrestling in a safe and fun environment. The series covers a range of techniques, from stance and motion to takedowns and escapes, and includes tips on how to motivate and inspire young wrestlers. The product is designed for coaches, parents, and anyone interested in introducing children to the sport of wrestling.

His other Fanatics series is called "The Complete Over-Under System” and is designed to teach wrestlers the techniques and strategies of the over-under position. This position is highly effective in controlling opponents and scoring points in wrestling. The video series includes over 60 lessons, which covers various topics such as the introduction to the over-under position, basic techniques and positioning, setups and entries, finishing techniques and combinations, counters and defenses, and drills and training tips. With this comprehensive video series, wrestlers can learn from one of the best in the sport and take their skills to the next level.

Make sure you take a look at this material while you have the chance: if it’s good enough for the U.S. Olympic Wrestling team, then it’s good enough for you!

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