Few wrestlers have displayed the courage and determination that Liam Ollive has demonstrated in his life. At the age of four he was diagnosed with rhabdomyosarcoma, a rare cancer of the soft tissue, and he went through 11 months of chemotherapy and 6 weeks of radiation. Following his treatments Liam went back to a "somewhat" normal life. However, in 2005 while at his oncologist a tumor was found on his leg. Immediately he started another treatment of chemo and radiation but the tumor failed to be eradicated and an amputation at the knee level was needed to save his life. A few months after the first amputation another surgery was needed above his knee due to an infection and suspect growth in the leg. Liam's parents and doctors were astounded with his quick recovery ... ten days after the second surgery he was parasailing and displayed a strong desire to live a full and productive life. When Liam entered the 9th grade he went out for Ron Tompkins' Beacon City School's wrestling team and found that he loved the challenge of wrestling - he enjoyed the opportunity to compete as an individual and to contribute to his team. Coach Tompkins stated, "when Liam first came into the wrestling room, I had some reservations. But when practice started, Liam was the first to arrive and immediately began the daily preparation for practice; and it has been that way ever since. There is never any excuses or complaints that practice is too hard, he pushes through everyday figuring out how to work through any challenges that come his way." Liam not only participates in wrestling but he is also a member of the golf team, video club, culture club, the high school band and is a member of the National Honor Society. Dutchess Community College Statistics teacher, Robert Atwell summarizes Liam with this statement, "Liam succeeds with a combination of natural intelligence and an intense desire to succeed. He has a tremendous work ethic coupled with an aura that he will not be denied." The Upstate New York Chapter of the National Wrestling Hall of Fame is honored to present Liam Ollive with our Medal of Courage - a fitting award for all the courage and determination that he has demonstrated in his life.