Legendary Greenbush wrestler and coaching legend honored

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Raphael "Raph" Gonshorowski, an 81-year-old wrestling legend from Greenbush, was recently inducted into the Eddyville-Blakesburg-Fremont Wrestling Hall of Fame in Iowa. Gonshorowski was a dominant wrestler in the 1960s, known for his aggressive style and grinding out matches to the final buzzer, both in high school and college at Moorhead State.

Why it matters

Gonshorowski is considered the "Godfather of Eddyville wrestling" and his induction into the local hall of fame recognizes his lasting impact on the sport and the community. His aggressive and relentless wrestling style made him a force to be reckoned with during his competitive days.

The details

As a wrestler, Gonshorowski was known for his refusal to give an inch to his opponents, often grinding out matches to the final buzzer. He was a standout in high school and continued his dominant wrestling career at Moorhead State University.

• Gonshorowski was recently inducted into the Eddyville-Blakesburg-Fremont Wrestling Hall of Fame in 2026.