2008-09: Started his career at the Binghamton Open, where he won one match … Was knocked out of the tournament by fellow Bear Greg Einfrank … Also competed at the Keystone Classic and in a dual match against American.

Before Brown: Graduate of Shenendehowa High School, where he earned six letters in wrestling and four in soccer … Compiled a 190-25 overall record during his high school career … Was a two-time team captain, and led his team to the New York State Championship in each of those seasons … Was a three-time individual sectional champion, and finished in the top-10 in the state each of those years … Was also the Saratoga Region co-Player of the Year in soccer during his senior season.
Personal: Teodoro J. Popolizio is the son of Pasquale Popolizio and Lisa Stadtlander of Rexford, New York … Has one brother, Luke, and one sister, Molly … Teaches wrestling and volunteers as a soccer coach.