His Legacy
Witness Grant’s incredible journey from novice to aspiring wrestler.

Grant Was Born
Grant: Nashville '99. Kyle & Jackie Brace's youngest, completing the family after big sis Kaylee

Grant Started Preschool
He was always so excited for school and quickly became the social butterfly and class clown

Started Wrestling Career
After the family's move to NY, Grant began wrestling, securing 1st place & his first pin at his very first tournament

Joined MJ Bear Club
Upon moving back to TN, Grant joined MJ Bear Club Wrestling and kicked off his football journey

Diagnosed with sleep disorder: Narcolepsy
Despite facing challenges (Narcolepsy & ADHD), Grant persisted & remained successful in wrestling, & began advocating for his medical needs in sports

All-American Wrestler
He became an All-American Wrestler at a national tournament

Becomes AAU TN State Champion in 5th Grade
This meant Grant was the #1 wrestler across all of TN for his age & weight class

Won Best Match Award
His tournament match was voted the most valiant & exciting of the day

8th Grade Regional Champion
He was the #1 wrestler in the Middle TN region in his age/weight class

Won his first Powerlifting Meet
At just 14, Grant dominated his first powerlifting meet, showcasing incredible physical strength beyond his years

Won State Football Championship
Grant moves with his family to East TN, seamlessly integrating into new football and wrestling teams while maintaining his dominance in both sports

Won 2nd Place in State Wrestling Championship
Grant stunned competitors, clinching 2nd place statewide among his weight class in Tennessee wrestling

Record of 128 wins/33 losses
High School total wrestling record of 128 wins/33 losses

Graduates High School
Grant Graduates high school with academic honor awards

Signs an athletic scholarship to wrestle in college.
Grant's dedication paid off as he signed to pursue his passion for wrestling in college

We lost Grant Brace
Grant passed away due to an exertional heat stroke during the first wrestling practice of his junior college season

He is never forgotten
Grant’s high school Alma Mater honored his life on the jumbotron during a football game

His Last Medal
Grant gave the gift of life by donating his organs and received his last medal

His Legacy Continues
The Brace Family presents “The Grant Brace Legacy Award” annually to a wrestler embodying Grant’s dedication and hard work