[2] In 1982, Wells was inducted into the National Wrestling Hall of Fame as a Distinguished Member.

While turning his attention to law school and the foundation of his professional career, Wayne intensified his wrestling efforts.

In the months leading up to the 1972 Olympics, he completed his final year of law school, passed the state bar exam, assisted the OU coaching staff, and trained five hours a day.

At the 1972 Olympic Games in Munich, he earned a gold medal in freestyle wrestling in the welterweight class.

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