Colgate University Athletics

Charles Strack made his mark in amateur wrestling circles as an undergraduate. He competed in the National AAU championships for seven straight years between 1922 and 1928. He placed first in the heavyweight division in 1924 and 1926 and was runner-up on five occasions. Strack was selected for two Olympic teams, 1924 and 1928. During his Colgate days, he also played football and was a member of the boxing team. Strack played one year of professional football with the Chicago Cardinals and was a professional wrestler from 1928 to 1944.