Brett Garamella

Photo Stories: Chris vs Ricardo

Ricardo Lamas (left) demonstrates a move as the Elmhurst College wrestling team watches. After an All-America wrestling career at Elmhurst College, located near his home in Oak Brook, IL, Lamas returned to his alma mater as an assistant coach. During his senior year, he couldn't practice for two weeks before the national tournament because he had a dislocated shoulder. Despite wrestling with basically one arm, Lamas advanced to the All-American round. This competitive spirit helped him progress at a rapid rate since his first MMA fight in January 2007.
Ricardo Lamas (left) demonstrates a move as the Elmhurst College wrestling team watches. After an All-America wrestling career at Elmhurst College, located near his home in Oak Brook, IL, Lamas returned to his alma mater as an assistant coach. During his senior year, he couldn't practice for two weeks before the national tournament because he had a dislocated shoulder. Despite wrestling with basically one arm, Lamas advanced to the All-American round. This competitive spirit helped him progress at a rapid rate since his first MMA fight in January 2007.