Dan Gable Autographs
Dan Gable, born on October 25, 1948, in Waterloo, Iowa, is regarded as one of the greatest wrestlers in American history. From a young age, Gable showed exceptional athletic talent, participating in wrestling during high school and ultimately making a name for himself at Iowa State University. He famously won three Big Eight titles while wrestling for the Cyclones and captured the NCAA championship in 1970, finishing his college career with an impressive record of 117-1. His only loss came in his final match, a heartbreaking defeat that fueled his intense drive for excellence and later shaped his coaching philosophy.
Gable's wrestling career reached its pinnacle when he dominated the international scene in the early 1970s. He won a gold medal at the 1972 Munich Olympics, showcasing unparalleled skill and resilience. Remarkably, he did not concede a single point throughout the tournament, solidifying his reputation as a fierce competitor. Gable’s Olympic victory was not only a personal achievement but also a defining moment in American wrestling, inspiring a generation of athletes. His commitment to the sport and his relentless work ethic became hallmarks of his persona, earning him the admiration of fans and fellow competitors alike.
Transitioning from athlete to coach, Gable took the reins of the wrestling program at the University of Iowa in 1976, where he transformed the team into a powerhouse. Under his leadership, the Hawkeyes captured 15 NCAA team championships in a span of 21 years, a testament to his coaching acumen and ability to nurture talent. Gable’s impact on wrestling transcends titles; he instilled a culture of hard work, discipline, and mental toughness that continues to resonate throughout the sport. His legacy endures as he remains a prominent figure in wrestling, and his contributions have greatly shaped the landscape of American wrestling at both the collegiate and international levels.
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Traded items with a signature of Dan Gable
The most expensive item with a signature of Dan Gable (Dan Gable Panini Olympic Games München 1972 RC Rookie PSA DNA Signed Auto GOAT) was sold in January 2021 for $1,500.00 while the cheapest item (Dan Gable Signed 4x6 Photo Olympic Gold Wrestling Iowa Hawkeyes Donald Trump) found a new owner for $0.01 in August 2023. The month with the most items sold (17) was March 2025 with an average selling price of $20.90 for an autographed item of Dan Gable. Sold items reached their highest average selling price in February 2008 with $112.25 and the month that saw the lowest prices with $1.73 was October 2008. In average, an autographed item from Dan Gable is worth $12.95.
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Latest News about Dan Gable
Stroker earns 3A Dan Gable Mr. Wrestler of Year award (02/25/2015): Bettendorf wrestler Fredy Stroker added another award to his collection Wednesday afternoon. Dan Gable opens up about life on, off mat in new book (02/18/2015): Gable’s new book, “A Wrestling Life: The Inspiring Stories of Dan Gable,” went on sale this week. Dan Gable to speak before 'Foxcatcher' screening (02/09/2015): Gable will join the final screening of "Foxcatcher" at 3 p.m. Saturday at FilmScene Dan Gable museum reflects on flooding one year ago (01/07/2015): On January 7, 2014, the Dan Gable Museum in downtown Waterloo saw extensive flooding due to a pipe bursting. Vikings hear message from Dan Gable about learning from loss (11/02/2014): Mike Zimmer had his idol address his team Saturday night. 
Older News Stories about Dan Gable
Dan Gable to be guest speaker in Des Moines (10/2014): DES MOINES -- Waterloo-born wrestling champion and coach Dan Gable will speak at 5:30 p.m. Thursday at The Latin King, 2200 Hubbell Ave., Des Moines. Cedar Valley 50: Dan Gable a hometown hero (08/2014): WATERLOO | His childhood home on Easley Street in Waterloo was a leisurely 200-yard stroll to West High School. Legendary wrestler, coach Dan Gable returns to the Lehigh Valley (02/2014): Loading headlines... Loading headlines... Loading headlines... Loading headlines... Andy Hamilton's 'Inside Wrestling:' Dan Gable's ideas on adding excitement to co (01/2014): The Register's award-winning wrestling reporter spoke with former Iowa coach Dan Gable this week about the Hawkeyes' recent performances as well as possible changes to increase scoring action at the college level. The day Dan Gable came to town (12/2013): For former Hawkeye wrestling coach and gold-medal Olympian Dan Gable, everything in his life comes down to one thing — family. Olympian Dan Gable to speak at conference at Lakeside Casino (10/2013): Olympic champion Dan Gable will speak at the second annual Southwest Iowa Workforce Summit slated Dec. 17 at Lakeside Casino. Dan Gable and Terry Brands will speak at the second Hometown Huddle (09/2013): The Iowa City Downtown District, the I-Club and the University of Iowa Spirit Squad will host the second Hometown Huddle of the season at 6 p.m. Friday on the Pedestrian Mall. On the Mat with Dan Gable (08/2013): This photo gallery shows how the Iowa legend has dedicated his life to wrestling. Dan Gable to appear in Sioux City (07/2013): SIOUX CITY | Legendary University of Iowa wrestling coach Dan Gable is scheduled to appear in Sioux City on Thursday. Iowa Icons: Dan Gable (06/2013): Over the years, Dan Gable has been the subject of seemingly countless articles, books and documentaries ... to the point where fans may think they know all there is to know about the iconic wrestler, coach and international ambassador for the sport. Dan Gable motivates a Le mars, IA crowd (04/2013): Olympic medalist and former Iowa Wrestling Coach Dan Gable, motivates the Le Mars Leadership Clinic. UPDATE: Iowa lawmakers honor Waterloo's Dan Gable (03/2013): DES MOINES --- Lawmakers in the Iowa House and the Iowa Senate approved separate resolutions Thursday opposing the decision of the International Olympic Committee to end wrestling as an Olympic event and another recognizing Oct. 25 as Dan Gable Day in Iowa. Video: Dan Gable talks about wrestling fight on Fox and Friends' (02/2013): Enter your email and we will send you a link to reset your password. We hope you have enjoyed your complimentary access. You now have full access. Thank you for subscribing. Dan Gable Experience auction will benefit museum (12/2012): WATERLOO, Iowa -- The National Wrestling Hall of Fame Dan Gable Museum and Mudd Advertising have partnered to release The Dan Gable Experience, an exclusive online auction. Dan Gable brings tough-guy image to North Mankato (11/2012): For those unfamiliar with the wrestling prowess of Dan Gable, this perspective might help: In his native state Iowans had a saying: "Michael Jordan is the Dan Gable of basketball." Iowa Scene: Iowa Energy, Dan Gable (10/2012): BASKETBALL: NBA veteran and fan favorite Othyus Jeffers will return to play for the Iowa Energy of the NBA Development League at the outset of the 2012-13 season, the team announced Wednesday. Laps Around London: Gabby Douglas, Liang Chow, Dan Gable, Lolo Jones (08/2012): Liang Chow can sleep more easily now that his gymnastics star, Gabby Douglas, has captured gold medals in the team and individual all-around competitions at the London Olympics. And it appeared that he could use a little rest on Friday morning.
