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"Time to get this party started again"- 4x NCAA Champion Carter Starocci pens strong message as he is set to compete in his fifth year for Penn State
Carter Starocci penned a strong message as he is set to compete in his fifth year for Penn State in the upcoming NCAA season. The American wrestler surprised the wrestling community after announcing that he would return to Penn State for a fifth year, extending his eligibility as an NCAA athlete for one more year.
Starocci attempted to qualify for the Paris Olympics as a part of the U.S. Olympic wrestling team; however, he could not materialize his dream after he lost to Trent Hilay at the U.S. Olympic wrestling trials. Since then, Starocci has been preparing for his return to the mat in the upcoming NCAA season.
As the NCAA season is right around the corner, Carter Starocci took to Instagram to exclude excitement for his appearance and thanked his coaches for their constant support and encouragement. The 23-year-old expressed that despite winning his fourth individual NCAA title in the previous season, he had already moved on to his next challenge by being inspired by his father's words.
"Last year’s finish was one for the books. But never inhale on events that take place, it’s always on to the next thing. My father has always instilled in me from day one that a true champion gets it done no matter what," he wrote.
"I am blessed to be surrounded by such great people in my life with my family, team, Penn State, and doctors. Especially my coaches who truly make everything I and this team do, work, real leaders by example in all areas. They are the REAL champions. Most importantly, trainer Dan Monthly. He should have been in the video but yall don’t need to know his magic. Turn up the music, it's time to get this party started again," he added.
Carter Starocci on extending his NCAA wrestling eligibility for one more year
Carter Starocci took to X to pen a heartfelt note for his fans and well-wishers to announce his return to Penn State University for a fifth year. He reflected on his journey as a student-athlete at the university and thanked his family, coaches, and friends.
“My journey here at Penn State has meant the world to me. When I stepped foot in the PSU wrestling room, I set a goal to dominate, and that's what I have done for the past four years. Since being in Happy Valley, I have racked up 7 NCAA Championships - 3 team and 4 individual titles. Even though this is an individual sport, none of this would've been possible without the support of my teammates, coaches, staff, and family," he wrote.
Furthermore, Starocci stated that he was unsatisfied and wanted to conclude his collegiate career on his terms.
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