Tempe, Ariz. -- Wrestling is physically demanding: a sport that requires the speed of a track star, the endurance of a cross-country runner, and the strength of a weight trainer. Wrestlers train tirelessly, mastering each of these elements before facing their next opponent. For Jesse Vasquez, there are even more challenges that exist beyond the mat.
Since stepping foot on the Arizona State University campus in 2020, Vasquez has faced obstacles that challenged his body and mind. He has sustained multiple injuries throughout his college wrestling career, including a torn hamstring, a broken finger, and a broken elbow.