Generations of Excellence: The Olympic Gold Heritage of Morgan State's Legendary Coach

At the tender age of ten, Kenny Monday, the head coach of wrestling at Morgan State University, was captivated by the 1972 Olympics, witnessing the remarkable feats that ignited his aspiration to become the ultimate wrestler and earn a gold medal. Fast-forward sixteen years, and he etched his name in history during the 1988 Seoul Olympics, becoming the first Black wrestler to secure the coveted honor. "I remember Team USA had only about three gold medalists that year—Dan Gable, Wayne Wells, and Ben Peterson," Monday reflected. "Watching them, I grasped that the Olympic gold represented the apex of wrestling, as no professional league exists. That realization fueled my determination: 'That’s what I want to achieve.'" His journey epitomizes the dedication required to reach the summit of this challenging sport.