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University of Wisconsin, Eau Claire

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2024-25 Wrestling

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Jan Hernandez-Soto

  • Weight 165
  • Year Senior
  • Hometown Minneapolis, Minn.
  • High School Patrick Henry

Biography

Awards & Honors

2023-24
Named an NWCA Scholar All-American...Season record of 15-10, including an 8-2 mark in dual matches...Won four times by fall, four times by technical fall and once by major decision.

2022-23
Named a NWCA Scholar All-American...Season record of 22-10, with six wins via fall...Placed fourth at the Don Parker Open at 157 pounds...Placed second at the 8 Man Battles.

2020-21

Move Well Spring Performance team award...Season record of 0-2.

High School

Attended Minneapolis-Patrick Henry High School...Wrestling: State qualifier in 2019...Two-time team captain...Three-time Academic Achievement Award winner for his school.

Personal
Why did you choose UW-Eau Claire?
It is very accessible and everything is so close.

Why did you choose Division III?
Because it builds character.

Who is your role model/mentor? Why are they important to you?
Alex Perera, he is very good at fighting in the UFC and kickboxing.

What is your pregame meal?
Hot Cheetos

What is your favorite movie/show/TV series?
As Above, So Below

Where is your favorite place to study on campus?
McPhee.

Historical Player Information

  • 2020-21Freshman

    157 lbs

  • 2021-22Freshman

    157 lbs

  • 2022-23Sophomore

    157 lbs

  • 2023-24Junior

    157 lbs

  • 2024-25Senior

    165 lbs