University of Nebraska - Kearney Athletics

Recognition: Athlete

Brian Hagan was a two-time wrestling All-American and UNK’s first national champion during his career from 1986 to 1990. He captured the NAIA title at 118 pounds in 1990, his senior year.  Hagan also earned All-American honors by placing fifth as a junior. Hagan compiled a 96-33-1 career mark including a 29-4 record his senior year. In addition to winning a national championship, Hagan captured the RMAC title and the five-state regional title. He was named to the Lopers’ Team of the Decade for both the 1980’s and the 1990’s.