Parker Keckeisen, one of the most decorated collegiate wrestlers in recent memory, is officially making the jump to the professional scene. The five-time NCAA All-American and NCAA Champion has signed with Real American Freestyle (RAF), the new freestyle wrestling league launched by WWE Hall of Famer Hulk Hogan.
Keckeisen becomes the latest elite talent to join the RAF ahead of its debut event on August 30, 2025, in Cleveland, Ohio.
A Collegiate Career Defined by Consistency
Competing for Northern Iowa, Keckeisen was a model of excellence and reliability at 184 pounds. He earned All-American honors in every year of competition, placing as high as second on multiple occasions. Despite never capturing an NCAA title, he was a perennial threat in one of the most competitive weight classes in the country.
Keckeisen finishes his college career as a five-time NCAA medalist, known for his tough, grinding style and relentless pace that overwhelmed opponents.
Real American Freestyle Adds More Firepower
By signing with RAF, Keckeisen joins a stacked lineup of world-class talent, including:
- Kyle Snyder – Olympic gold and silver medalist
- Kyle Dake – Four-time World Champion
- Kennedy Blades – 2024 Olympic silver medalist
- David Carr – Two-time NCAA Champion
- Zahid Valencia – Final X qualifier and national champion
RAF promises to bring legitimate freestyle wrestling to a broader audience, combining authentic, unscripted matches with compelling storytelling and professional presentation.
Keckeisen’s Next Chapter
For Keckeisen, RAF offers a unique opportunity to extend his wrestling career at the highest level while building his brand in front of a growing national fanbase. Known for his intensity and focus, he is expected to be a key competitor in RAF’s 86 kg division.
As anticipation builds for RAF’s debut, Keckeisen’s presence adds even more legitimacy to a league packed with Olympic and World-level talent.
