Order of Merit

The Order of Merit is presented to an individual who has made significant contributions to the advancement of the sport of wrestling, but who is not an athlete or a coach.

The Order of Merit recipient is determined in a vote of Distinguished Members.

Warren Tischler

Year: 1994
Award: Order of Merit
Chapter: National

Don Sayenga

Year: 1993
Award: Order of Merit
Chapter: National

Melvin Jones

Year: 1992
Award: Order of Merit
Chapter: National

Our Mission: Preserve wrestling history, recognize extraordinary achievement and inspire greatness

Our Vision: Be the definitive steward and champion of wrestling history and achievement

Our Values: Integrity, Excellence, Collaboration and Service