SGT Ellis Coleman
Greco-Roman Wrestling
67kg
Hometown: Oak Park, Illinois
High School: Oak Park and River Forest High Schools
College: Northern Michigan University
Joined Army: October 2013
MOS: 88M, Motor Transport Operator
“My stepdad forced my brother and me to wrestle because we were at home playing video games all the time,” says Ellis. That began a career that has taken him to the highest levels of sport. As a youth, he won nationals twice. After joining the Army in 2013, he earned placement on two world teams and has won three national titles.
Regardless of the situation, I will fight to the end, wear my colors on my sleeve and always represent my country with gratitude.
Career Highlights
2019
U.S. World Team Member
Pan American Games Bronze Medalist
U.S. Greco-Roman National Champion
Pan-American Games Qualifier Silver medalist
2018
World Team Member
US National Champion 2013, 2016, 2017, 2018
2012
Member, US Olympic Team
2011
2x Junior World Bronze Medalist