MOCCO. Just the name would strike fear into opponents. He is maybe the most famous high school recruit of all-time, and maybe the most enigmatic college wrestler ever. For the first time Steve Mocco tells his story in his own words. From his father going to prison, to his transfer from Iowa to Oklahoma State, Mocco tells all.
Mocco's First Dual Back In Carver Hawkeye Arena
Oct 18, 2016
Steve Mocco came into Iowa as the #1 recruit in the country at any weight and had an immediate impact. He was an NCAA Runner-Up as a freshman and went on to win an NCAA title as a sophomore while going undefeated on the season.
After a redshirt season, Mocco decided to transfer to arch rival Oklahoma State. In his first dual meet back at Carver Hawkeye Arena it was a strange feeling for Steve Mocco being on the other side. He said he felt like he was "in the principal's office" when he ran into Iowa head coach Jim Zelesky.
