Spencer Lee is an American freestyle wrestler competing in the 57-kilogram weight class. Born in Denver, Colorado, and raised in Saegertown and Murrysville, Pennsylvania, Lee is a highly accomplished athlete with a remarkable career. At age 25, he has made significant strides in the sport, including being a three-time NCAA Champion and a three-time PIAA State Champion.
He attended the University of Iowa and has a strong international presence, highlighted by winning gold at the 2014 World Championships in the Cadet 50kg division. Lee is set to represent Team USA at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. His parents, Larry and Cathy, were both judokas, with Cathy being an Olympic alternate judoka for France.
Spencer Lee's Nationality
Spencer Lee is American. He was born on October 14, 1998, and hails from Denver, Colorado. His parents are Larry and Cathy Lee. Larry and Cathy have been married for over 30 years. Both were judoka before meeting in France, where Cathy famously threw Larry during a workout. He has a twin sister named Gabrielle (Gaby) Lee.
Spencer Lee's Hometown
Spencer Lee's hometown is Murrysville, Pennsylvania. His high school wrestling career at Franklin Regional was nothing short of phenomenal. A four-time Pennsylvania state qualifier, he emerged as a three-time state champion, dominating the 113 and 120-pound weight classes. He allowed only three takedowns in his entire four-year high school career, aside from the state finals in his senior year. He clinched the Cadet World Championship at 50kg and became a two-time Junior World Champion in the same weight class, making him the only world champion in his school's history.
Spencer Lee's Birthplace
Spencer Lee was born in Denver, Colorado. At the University of Iowa, Spencer had an outstanding wrestling career, compiling a 98-6 record with a 94.23 percent win rate. He consistently ranked #1 or #3 in his weight class and achieved remarkable success across his seasons. Highlights include a perfect 18-0 record in 2020, an undefeated 12-0 season in 2021, and a 20-1 record in 2023. Despite a COVID-affected 2020 season, he maintained his top ranking and demonstrated exceptional performance throughout his college career.
Spencer Lee ethnicity FAQs
A. Spencer Lee was born on October 14, 1998, making him 25 years old.
A. Spencer Lee stands 5 feet 3 inches (160 cm) tall.
A. Spencer Lee weighs 57 kg (126 lb).
A. Spencer Lee competes in both freestyle and folkstyle wrestling.
A. Spencer Lee wrestled for the University of Iowa.