Dustin Finn (2022) - Hall of Fame - University of Central Oklahoma Athletics

Hall of Fame

Dustin Finn

Induction

2022
Sport(s)

Football, Wrestling

Dustin Finn was a two-sport standout for the Bronchos from 2005-10, lettering in both wrestling and football. In 2005-06, he lettered in football as reserve defensive lineman and worked out with wrestling team in the second semester, but didn’t compete. In 2006-07, he lettered in football on the defensive line, playing in all 11 games. He joined wrestling team in second semester and went 6-1 in back-up role.

Finn switched to offensive line in 2007-08 and played every snap as a starter. He then joined the wrestling team in late November. Finn won the Midwest Regional title and finished NCAA II runner-up – equaling the best-ever finish by a UCO heavyweight. He went 29-6 with 13 falls that season, winning two duals for UCO with overtime wins in the final match. He lost a 4-1 decision in the national finals to Nebraska-Kearney’s unbeaten Tervel Dlagnev, who made the U.S. Olympic Team twice and was the bronze medal winner in 2012.

In 2008-09, Finn led the UCO football team to the LSC North Division title and was named LSC North Division Offensive Lineman of the Year. He also won a second-straight Midwest Regional title and again made it to NCAA II finals, where he finished runner-up. Finn went 26-4 with 12 falls.

In his final year at UCO, 2009-10, Finn was done with football but finished his wrestling career. He was the Midwest Regional runner-up and placed third in the NCAA II tournament after losing a last-second decision in the semifinals. He finished 28-6 with 10 falls, beat the defending NCAA Division I national champion during the season, and was runner-up for LSC Male Athlete of the Year.

Finn finished his career with an 89-17 record and 35 falls. He is the only three-time heavyweight All-American in UCO history.

Explore HOF Explore Hall of Fame Members