Fairmont State University Athletics

Laya, a native of Fairmont, West Virginia, had a standout career at West Liberty University where he was a five-time All-American and two-time National Champion. Laya was MEC Wrestler of the Year twice.

Laya was a standout in the classroom as well where he was a five-time Academic All-American and MEC Student Athlete of the Year once. Laya also had a standout prep career at East Fairmont where he was a four-time State Finalist, three-time State Champion and three-time NHSCA's All-American.

"We're very excited with the addition of Cole Laya to our staff," head coach Gennaro Bonaventura said. "He will have an immediate impact and help elevate our program. He is a proven winner and has a tremendous amount of wrestling knowledge. Excited to get to work with him and keep building this program up."