Northern State University Athletics

2007-08: Welch had a short but very successful senior season. He went into the Regional Tournament after competing in just a few select matches during the regular season. Welch finished fourth in the Regional to advance to his third NCAA Tournament. Welch picked up two victories in the 125 lb. National Tournament and was able to claim an eighth place finish, becoming an All-American. Overall, Welch was 8-5 in his final year of competition.

2006-07: Wrestled off and on for the Wolves throughout the year due to injury ... posted an overall record of 20-5 on the year, including a 5-1 mark in duals ... was ranked nationally throughout much of the season, reaching as high as a #5 ranking at the 125-lb class ... was named NSIC Wrestler of the Week on Nov. 21 ... won both the SDSU and Dakota Wesleyan Opens ... made the cut for NCAA DII Nationals for the second time. 

2005-06: Redshirted with a 5-1 record at opens.

2004-05: Wrestled at 125 lb. weight class. Finished season with a 15-7 record. Qualified for NCAA National Tournament with a 4th place Regional finish. Opened season with a 3rd place finish at SDSU Open. Had 2 nd place finishes at the Dakota Wesleyan Open and the St. Cloud Invite.