Originally from North Chili, New York, Raines was a record-setting standout at Churchville-Chili High School. A four-time team captain and 2019 Section V champion, he set the program record with 196 career wins, earned All-Greater Rochester honors. A 2x NYS place finisher, placing 6th and 3rd at the NYS Championships. Graduated the winningest wrestler in program history and was named Churchville-Chili’s Athlete of the Year for his leadership and athletic excellence.
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Raines began his collegiate career at the University at Buffalo, redshirting in the 2019-20 season before establishing himself as a key contributor throughout his career in the Bulls’ lineup at 149, 157, 165, and 174 lbs. A two-year team captain at UB, he compiled notable wins in the Mid-American Conference (MAC), highlighted by multiple MAC dual victories, two Academic All-MAC honors, and the recipient of the Ideal Bull Award, given to the athlete who best exemplifies the program’s values of leadership, work ethic, and character. In the 2024-25 season, he returned from injury to post an impressive 11-3 record with two open tournament titles, including a championship at the Edinboro Open.
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Beyond his collegiate accomplishments, Raines has also proven himself on the national stage with top-12 finishes at the 2023 U23 Nationals and the 2025 US Open, competing against some of the top talent in the country.
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