Before SDSU: Diaz was a two-time Iowa state champ competing at Waverly-Shell Rock H.S. ... finished fifth and second at USA Wrestling's Fargo Junior Nationals in the Greco-Roman division, gaining All-American status in 2024 (5th) and 2025 (2nd) ... won two state titles at 145 and 150 pounds his sophomore and junior seasons, respectively, and is a four-time podium finisher at the Iowa State tournament, taking third at 145 pounds his freshman year and second at 150 pounds his senior year.