Northern Illinois University Athletics

2010-11: Finished the season with a record of 3-8 while wrestling at 174... had wins over Eastern Michigan[apos]s Chris Eggert, Indiana[apos]s Nick Avery, and Findlay[apos]s Mason True.

2009-10: Opened the season with a third place finish in the Frosh/Soph Division at the Michigan State Open winning four out of five matches... compiled five pins en route to a 12-16 record on the season while wrestling at 184 pounds... defeated wrestlers from Northwestern and Central Michigan to win his first two matches at the Midlands Championships... won his MAC dual match, defeating Dillon Kern of Central Michigan with a 9-8 decision.

High School: Three time varsity letterwinner freshman, sophomore, and junior seasons... Named Captain senior year... Finished first in sectionals sophomore season and second place freshman and junior year... Three-time varsity letterwinner in football freshman, sophomore, and junior years ... Placed fifth and seventh at the USA Wrestling Cadet Greco Roman Nationals ... Took third in the USA Wrestling Cadet Freestyle Nationals ... Participated in the Beast of the East Tournament and PowerAde Christmas Tournament.

Personal: Son of Benjamin and Donna Benzio...admires Chuck Norris and Kurt Angle. Birthdate: January 8, 1990. Major: Political Science.