Born into the legacy of his family’s century-and-a-half-old ranch, Nash Singleton carries forward a legacy as the eighth generation built on hard work, family and faith.
“Nash was born on the 150th anniversary of the ranch, and I jokingly call him ‘The One,’” his father, Doug Singleton, told WLJ. “He has turned out to be everything a parent would want in a child and more. He does all the little things and is a valuable asset to anything he becomes involved in. He continues to amaze me in everything he does.”
The Singleton Ranch in Glide, OR, is more than just a workplace—it’s a multigenerational operation. Nash’s great-grandparents, grandparents and parents have all poured their lives into the land.
“My grandpa’s still out there every day, and my dad—he never stops,” Nash told WLJ. “They’ve set the standard for what hard work looks like. You can’t slack when you’ve seen that kind of dedication.”
Wrestling
As the oldest of four siblings, competition has never been in short supply. Whether it was feeding calves or racing to finish chores, the Singleton household thrives on energy and drive.
“We’re all super competitive,” Nash said. “It doesn’t matter if we’re playing basketball in the yard or doing schoolwork—nobody wants to lose. My sisters and brother are just as tough as I am.”
For Nash, wrestling isn’t just a sport—it’s a lifestyle, a mindset and a reflection of everything he’s been taught growing up on his family’s ranch.
“Wrestling is where I push myself the most,” Nash said. “It’s physical, it’s mental and there’s nowhere to hide. You find out what you’re made of real quick.”
Starting in grade school, Nash took to the mat with the same determination he showed in the branding pen. By high school, he competed at the state level and earned a reputation for being strong and disciplined. Nash wrestled for Roseburg High School, where he was a three-time 6A state champion. He also placed sixth at the USA Wrestling Junior Greco-Roman National Championships.
“I love the one-on-one nature of wrestling,” Nash said. “It’s just you and the other guy out there. You don’t get to blame anyone else. That accountability—it’s kind of like ranching. You get out what you put in.”
Nash is on the Oregon State University (OSU) wrestling team and finished the 2023-24 season with a 9-11 mark. Nash had an impressive 2024-25 wrestling season, finishing with a 9-9 regular season record and capturing the Pac-12 title at 141 pounds with two pins. His championship win earned him an automatic qualification to the 2025 NCAA Championships.
Faith and family
Faith has been the quiet force behind much of Nash’s success. He doesn’t flaunt it, but it’s a core part of his identity. “God is in everything I do,” Nash said. “Whether I’m wrestling, working or studying, I’m always trying to honor him through my actions.”
He finds strength in prayer and peace, knowing his purpose is bigger than any single win or loss.
His faith also gives him perspective, especially when things get tough. “There are days when nothing goes right—cattle get out, you lose a match, you bomb a test,” he said. “But I’ve learned that those days don’t define you. It’s how you respond that matters.”
That mindset has carried him through injuries, tough losses and the grind of balancing multiple responsibilities. And through it all, his family has remained a central pillar. “I’ve been blessed with a strong support system,” Nash said. “My parents, my siblings, my coaches—they’ve all believed in me even when I doubted myself.”
Nash’s younger brother, Gage, is also on the wrestling team at OSU, and his twin sisters, Ciera and Terra, play softball in high school.
As for his legacy, Nash doesn’t think in grand terms. “I just want to be known as someone who worked hard, treated people right and stayed true to his values,” he said. “If I can do that, I’ll be happy.”
Looking to the future, Nash hopes to continue his education in accounting and finance, gain more experience in ag management and eventually return full-time to the family operation. “I want to keep our traditions alive but also find new ways to improve,” he said. “We’ve got to be smart about it. The ag world is changing fast.”
Despite the challenges, Nash remains grounded in the values that shaped him. Hard work. Humility. Faith. Family. And a deep respect for the land and lifestyle that built him.
“There’s a responsibility that comes with being part of something this old,” Nash said. “But it’s not a burden—it’s an honor. I want to do right by those who came before me and those who come after.” — Charles Wallace, WLJ contributing editor
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