Boys Results

106 lbs

Championship: Nelson Villafane III (Pennsylvania) fall Luke Loren (California)  2:24

Third Place: Derik Kiefer (Georgia) Sebastian Gutierrez (California)

Fifth Place: Cyrus Millage (Iowa) MedFFT Max Lindquist (Missouri) 

Seventh Place: Ausome Guillermo (California) dec Knox Ayala (Iowa)  8-4

113 lbs

Championship: Caleb Noble (Illinois) dec Kooper Deputy (Pennsylvania)  15-10

Third Place: Michael Bernabe (California) Turner Ross (Oklahoma)

Fifth Place: Jax Vang (California)  Connor Maddox (Indiana)

Seventh Place: Arav Pandey (Pennsylvania) Thomas Blewett (New Jersey)

120 lbs

Championship: Cam Sontz (New Jersey) dec Anthony Garza (California)  6-2

Third Place: Aiden Garcia (California) maj  Lazarus McEwen (Washington)  11-0

Fifth Place: Chase Karenbauer (Pennsylvania) maj Liam McGettigan (Florida)  13-2

Seventh Place: Edward George (New Jersey) decPatrick Bulger (Pennsylvania)  8-4

126 lbs

Championship: Mateo Gallegos (Pennsylvania) dec Miklo Hernandez (Minnesota)  4-2

Third Place: Justin Farnsworth (Pennsylvania) dec Hayden Schwab (Iowa)  4-3

Fifth Place: Case Bell (Indiana) dec Gabe Benyo (Pennsylvania)  1-0

Seventh Place: Nico Emili (Pennsylvania) fall Tommy Gretz (Pennsylvania)  :31

132 lbs

Championship: Israel Borge (Missouri) dec Paul Ruiz (California) 5-2

Third Place: Oleksandr Havrylkiv (Illinois) dec Reef Dillard (Pennsylvania)  4-1

Fifth Place: Alex Marchetti (Pennsylvania) FFT Aaron Meza (California) 

Seventh Place: Aidan Yarussi (New Jersey) dec Slater Hicks (Oklahoma)  8-5

138 lbs

Championship:  Dean Anderson (Arizona) dec Dawson Youngblut (Iowa)  7-1

Third Place: Dale Corbin (Pennsylvania) dec Austin Ellis (Utah)  7-2

Fifth Place: Caleb Schaefer (Indiana) MedFFT Declan O’Byrne (Pennsylvania)

Seventh Place: Bryar Hooks (Oklahoma) dec Emilio Albanese (Pennsylvania)  7-2

144 lbs

Championship: Matthew O’Neill (Pennsylvania) dec Jovani Solis (Florida)  2-0

Third Place: Jensen Boyd (Indiana) dec Braylon Reynolds (Indiana)  11-6

Fifth Place: Gavin Landers (Iowa) dec Konner Larkin (Arizona)  7-1

Seventh Place: Kavin Garvey (California) dec Stefano Garcia Valdes (Florida)  5-4

150 lbs

Championship: Arseni Kikiniou (California) dec Peyton Hornsby (Indiana)  4-1

Third Place: Gabe Ballard (Pennsylvania) dec Greyson Music (Pennsylvania)  12-5

Fifth Place: Colin Rutlin (Missouri) MedFFT Jason Dube (Ohio)

Seventh Place: Grayson Fuchs (Michigan) dec Xavier Chavez (Arizona)  4-1

157 lbs

Championship: Mac Crosson (Iowa) dec Camryn Howard (New York)  2-1

Third Place: Chris Arreola (California) maj Aiden Arnett (Illinois)  10-0

Fifth Place: Michael Ruane (Pennsylvania) dec Dominic Way (West Virginia)  7-2

Seventh Place: Gage Lohr (South Dakota) dec Luke Knox (Pennsylvania)  7-4

165 lbs

Championship: Melvin Miller (Pennsylvania) dec Matty Staples (Indiana)  7-3

Third Place: Harrison Murdock (Georgia) maj Devon Webber (New York)  12-3

Fifth Place: Thunder Page (Kansas) MedFFT Landen McDowell (Missouri)

Seventh Place: Kadin Mulford (Colorado) MedFFT Mason Horwat (Pennsylvania)

175 lbs

Championship: Lucas Boe (Florida) dec Max Fortier (Pennsylvania)  6-5

Third Place: Justus Heeg (Illinois) maj Kobe Cunanan (Arizona)  11-2

Fifth Place: Nathaniel Replogle (Pennsylvania) MedFFT Kyler Crooks (Ohio)

Seventh Place: Ibrahim Dheel (Virginia) MedFFT Braylen Yates (North Carolina)

190 lbs

Championship: Tanner Hodgins (New Jersey) dec Mario Hutcherson (Pennsylvania)  5-4

Third Place: Mason Savidan (California) InjDef Ryder Schulte (Arizona)

Fifth Place: Braeden Simoneaux (Louisiana) dec Joseph Heim (Minnesota)  6-5

Seventh Place: Kyle Gallo (Florida) maj Ryland Walters (Oregon)  14-5

215 lbs

Championship: Maximus Konopka (Connecticut) dec Ladd Holman (Utah)  5-0

Third Place: Decker Bechtold (Pennsylvania) dec Peter Mocco (Florida)  4-2

Fifth Place: Colton Bell (Florida) fall Cody Savage (Texas)  Fall 3:08

Seventh Place: Dominic Darch (New York) dec Budder Manley (Ohio)  2-1

285 lbs

Championship: Satoshi Davis (Nevada) dec Kendahl Hoare (Pennsylvania)  4-2

Third Place: Carter Brown (Missouri) fall John Montgomery (Pennsylvania)  :27

Fifth Place: Adan Castillo (California) MedFFT Matthew Cooley (California)

Seventh Place: Sammy Seja (California) dec Andrew Arroyo (California)  9-3

Girls Results

95 lbs

Championship: Julianna Lasavage (Wisconsin) over Olivia Davalos (California)  14-4

Third Place: Sophia Valdez (Colorado) over Brooklyn Murray (New Hampshire)  4-1

Fifth Place: Markee Gomez (Iowa) over Lanaia Selig (Washington)  5-2

Seventh Place: Mackenzie Amidon (California) over Lindsey Lau (Hawaii)  Fall 2:54

100 lbs

Championship: Abigail Peterson (Iowa) over Samantha Massey (New York)  2:38

Third Place: Olivia Hernandez (Oregon) over Paola Perez (Florida)  6-0

Fifth Place: Regan Kinneman (Arizona) over Cidney Schaffer (Pennsylvania)  8-6

Seventh Place: Jenna Greer (Pennsylvania) over Piper Full (Pennsylvania)  12-10

106 lbs

Championship: Jaclyn Bouzakis (North Carolina) over Bella Manno (Arizona)  5-2

Third Place: Amaya Hoku Kapihe (Hawaii) over Sky Ramos (California)  6-4

Fifth Place: Dilynn Albrecht (Wisconsin) over Cameron Hodge (Texas)  Fall 2:32

Seventh Place: Marcia Nunez (California) over Kayne-Lin Chun (Hawaii)  7-3

112 lbs

Championship: Christian Estrada (California) over Riley Karwowski (Pennsylvania)  12-2

Third Place: Daphney Gomez (Arizona) over Auriana Wakinekona (Hawaii)  10-8

Fifth Place: Daynah Gomez (Arizona) over Morgan Hyland (Pennsylvania)  4-2

Seventh Place: Grace Jawulski (Florida) over Brylee Irsik (Nebraska)  Fall :42

118 lbs

Championship: Abigail Gonzalez (Florida) over Reagan Mathers (Arizona)  4-1

Third Place: Isla Silva (Pennsylvania) over Sophia Marie Gonzales (California)  Fall 1:56

Fifth Place: Aubree Storm Gutierrez (California) over Kaylee Vera (Ohio)  Fall 1:56

Seventh Place: Xuan Graham (Pennsylvania) over Malia Ottow (Washington)  5-0

124 lbs

Championship: Mackenzie Carder (Ohio) over Raenah Smith (Pennsylvania)  6-0

Third Place: Epenesa Elison (California) over Neve O’Byrne (Pennsylvania)  8-3

Fifth Place: Hailey Delgado (Texas) over Amelia Nidelea-Polanin (Illinois)  10-0

Seventh Place: Gail Sullivan (New York) over Remington Zimmerer (Montana)  10-2

132 lbs

Championship: Marlee Solomon (Pennsylvania) over Marie Sharp (New Jersey)  4-0

Third Place: Lauren Samuel (North Carolina) over Olivia Bezdicek (Idaho)  10-0

Fifth Place: Rachel Garcia (Oklahoma) over Mila Mantanona (California)  Fall 3:53

Seventh Place: Victoria Carbonaro (New Jersey) over Sara Pauls (New York)  12-1

138 lbs

Championship: Sussette Bell (California) over Isabella Miller (Iowa)  3-2

Third Place: Emma Chacon (Arizona) over Noli Paddock (New York)  Fall 3:50

Fifth Place: Erika Sleznikow (Wisconsin) over Saige McCleery (Washington)  Fall :29

Seventh Place: Lucia Crossken (Pennsylvania) over Ava Strayer (Indiana)  Fall 2:56

148 lbs

Championship: Taina Fernandez (Maryland) over Landi Von Gonten (Texas)  9-1

Third Place: Audrey Robinson (Oregon) over Eve Skrocki (Iowa)  12-2

Fifth Place: Layla Risler (Wisconsin) over Giavonna Good (Utah)  Fall 3:57

Seventh Place: Hayden Bratland (Iowa) over Yamilett Cortez (Arizona)  InjDef

160 lbs

Championship: Kaili Manuel (Michigan) over Natalie Blanco (California)  Fall 1:56

Third Place: Janiya Johnson (Tennessee) over Ella Poalillo (New Jersey)  6-0

Fifth Place: Alexis Penley (Illinois) over Camilla Hathaway (Pennsylvania)  Fall 2:55

Seventh Place: Scarlett Yeager (Kansas) over Olivia Faust (California)  10-2

175 lbs

Championship: Ciyanna Okocha (Pennsylvania) over Remington LaFlamme (Pennsylvania)  10-0

Third Place: Aisha Williams Bautista (Texas) over Mya Dobrinski (Oklahoma)  Fall 2:03

Fifth Place: Isabella McFarlane (Florida) over Madelyn Oliver (Arizona)  10-1

Seventh Place: Juliet Alt (Pennsylvania) over Kate Donahue (Virginia)  Fall :46

200 lbs

Championship: Zeinab Mourad (Florida) over Lyla Hensen (Michigan)  4-2 

Third Place: Ella Taylor (North Carolina) over Autumn King (Wisconsin)  5-0

Fifth Place: Makayla Vasser (South Carolina) over Delina Gritz (New York)  10-1

Seventh Place: Blake Baker (Texas) over Annette Preston (Arizona)  Fall 1:54

One of the crown jewels of the high school wrestling calendar got underway on Saturday as the Super 32 kicked off from Greensboro, North Carolina. The Super 32 has been the place for the collegiate and international stars of tomorrow to do battle in search of the exclusive Super 32 championship belt. 

Today’s boys high school action was wrestled all the way up until the quarterfinals. Below are the matchups for Sunday’s quarters. 

106 lbs

Luke Loren (California) vs. Ausome Guillermo (California)

Max Lindquist (Missouri) vs. Cyrus Millage (Iowa)

John Ross (New Jersey) vs. Derik Kiefer (Georgia)

Marcarlo Mannello (New York) vs. Nelson Villafane III (Pennsylvania)

113 lbs

Kooper Deputy (Pennsylvania) vs. Branden Eisenhour (Pennsylvania)

Michael Bernabe (California) vs. Jax Vang (California)

Turner Ross (Oklahoma) vs. Connor Maddox (Indiana)

Caleb Noble (Illinois) vs. Nathan Schuman (Pennsylvania)

120 lbs

Cam Sontz (New Jersey) vs. Gavin Lewis (Indiana)

Liam McGettigan (Florida) vs. Chase Karenbauer (Pennsylvania)

Anthony Garza (California) vs. Lucas Copper (New Hampshire)

Aiden Garcia (California) vs. Lazarus McEwen (Washington)

126 lbs

Hayden Schwab (Iowa) vs. Dominick Morrison (Pennsylvania)

Nathan Reynolds (California) vs. Miklo Hernandez (Minnesota)

Mateo Gallegos (Pennsylvania) vs. Case Bell (Indiana)

Kash Larkin (Arizona) vs. Justin Farnsworth (Pennsylvania)

132 lbs

Israel Borge (Missouri) vs. Aidan Yarussi (New Jersey)

Reef Dillard (Pennsylvania) vs. Owen Marshall (Washington)

Paul Ruiz (California) vs. Aaron Meza (California)

Alex Marchetti (Pennsylvania) vs. Slater Hicks (California)

138 lbs

Dean Anderson (Arizona) vs. Caleb Schaefer (Indiana)

Shamus Regan (Florida) vs. Austin Ellis (Utah)

Dawson Youngblut (Iowa) vs. Jack Simpson (Colorado)

Emilio Albanese (Pennsylvania) vs. Dale Corbin (Pennsylvania)

144 lbs

Matthew O’Neill (Pennsylvania) vs. Roman Stewart (Missouri)

Jensen Boyd (Indiana) vs. Gavin Landers (Iowa)

Braylon Reynolds (Indiana) vs. Stefano Garcia Valdes (Florida)

Konner Larkin (Arizona) vs. Jovani Solia (Florida)

150 lbs

Jason Dube (Ohio) vs. Aiden Kunes (Pennsylvania)

Arseni Kikiniou (California) vs. Grayson Fuchs (Michigan)

Peyton Hornsby (Indiana) vs. Jaimon Mogard (Iowa)

Greyson Music (Pennsylvania) vs. Gabriel Ballard (Pennsylvania)

157 lbs

Mac Crosson (Iowa) vs. Michael Ruane (Pennsylvania)

Aiden Arnett (Illinois) vs. Lincoln Robideau (Minnesota)

Chris Arreola (California) vs. Dominic Way (West Virginia)

Jerin Coles (Pennsylvania) vs. Camryn Howard (New York)

165 lbs

Melvin Miller (Pennsylvania) vs. Collin Hamm (Wisconsin)

Landen McDowell (Missouri) vs. Thunder Page (Kansas)

Harrison Murdock (Georgia) vs. Zane Gerlach (Alaska)

Mason Horwat (Pennsylvania) vs. Matty Staples (Indiana)

175 lbs

Justus Heeg (Illinois) vs. Brock Frable (Pennsylvania)

Ibrahim Dheel (Virginia) vs. Max Fortier (West Virginia)

Joel Welch (Ohio) vs. Kobe Cunanan (Arizona)

Gary High (Tennessee) vs. Lucas Boe (Florida)

190 lbs

Tanner Hodgins (New Jersey) vs. Braeden Simoneaux (Louisiana)

Kyle Gallo (Florida) vs. Mason Savidan (California)

Ryder Schulte (Arizona) vs. Carter Lester (Ohio)

Mario Hutcherson (Pennsylvania) vs. Joseph Heim (Minnesota)

215 lbs

Maximus Konopka (Connecticut) vs. Cody Savage (Texas)

Budder Manley (Ohio) vs. Decker Bechtold (Pennsylvania)

Peter Mocco (Florida) vs. Colton Bell (Florida)

Dominic Darch (New York) vs. Ladd Holman (Utah)

285 lbs

Carter Brown (Missouri) vs. Andrew Arroyo (California)

John Montgomery (Pennsylvania) vs. Kendahl Hoare (Indiana)

Matthew Cooley (California) vs. Adan Castillo (California)

Sammy Seja (California) vs. Satoshi Davis (Nevada)

After this year's edition of Who's #1, the guys discuss whether the event is needed or has it run its course. Is there a better location or date for the event? Is it about determining Who's #1 anymore or do we even care who is #1?

Who’s #1 took place on Saturday and we’ve already posted the results from that event. Today, we’re going a little deeper and looking at some of the trends and developments that emerged from the 2026 event. We’re also viewing it from a historical perspective, as the boys version of this event started back in 2013, so there’s plenty of records and data associated with Who’s #1.

Boys Event

There were two wrestlers who appeared on previous WNO cards and had wins but lost in 2026 (Landon Sidun/Camryn Howard).

Melvin Miller was the only wrestler who earned his second win at the event (defeated Max Dhabolt in 2025). He has three total appearances at WNO.

Interestingly enough, Grey Burnett was the first wrestler from Ohio to get a win at this event since 2021 (Dylan Fishback).

Mac Crosson was the first Iowa native to win at Who’s #1 since Nate Jesuroga in 2021.

Pennsylvania had four winners at this dual. They’ve had multiple winners in every year since 2020. The highwater mark is five - a total they touched in both 2021 and 2025.

As of now, Penn State leads the way with two recruits earning wins on Saturday (Grey Burnett and Gavin Mangano). No other school has more than one - though others could commit and change this.

This is the second straight year in which New Jersey wrestlers were held without a win. This is only the second time in the history of the event that New Jersey has been shut out in back-to-back years (2015-16 is the other).

The 2026 dual had three matches go to sudden victory or tiebreakers. The last time the event had that many was in 2015 when they also had three.

Paul Kenny has the distinction of suffering losses in three different Who’s #1 events. (2024-25-26).

25 former WNO participants have gone on to claim 40 NCAA titles during their collegiate careers.

Andrew Alirez, Josh Barr, Roman Bravo-Young (x2), David Carr (x2), Yianni Diakomihalis (x4), Richie Figueroa, Jax Forrest, Patrick Glory, Shane Griffith, Seth Gross, Levi Haines (x2), Mark Hall, Caleb Henson, Vincenzo Joseph (x2), Nick Lee (x2), Luke Lilledhal, Myles Martin, Jesse Mendez (x2), Jason Nolf (x3), Keegan O’Toole (x2), Landon Robideau, Gable Steveson (x2), Nick Suriano (x2), Zahid Valencia (x2), Sergio Vega

Girls Event

Taina Fernandez joins Everest Leydecker as girls who participated in the dual all four years of high school. Fernandez has shut out her opponents in three of the four contests.

Jaclyn Bouzakis registered her third victory. She has not been scored upon in any of her WNO matches.

Sarissa Tucker (Virginia) and Kaylyn Harrill (Nebraska) are the first WNO girls participants from their respective states.

For a second straight year, traditional power California was held without a winner.

The 125 lb matchup pitted a pair of 2026 U17 world champions against each other. Marlee Solomon prevailed 6-6 on criteria over Epenesa Elison.

Along with Fernandez and Bouzakis, Landri Von Gonten (140) and Riley Hanrahan (145) joined the ranks of multiple-time WNO’s winners, as each was also victorious in 2025.

The 2026 event was the first girls WNO event with multiple falls since having two in 2022.

Stillwater, Oklahoma was the site for 2026’s Who’s #1 Dual. Who’s #1 has been a staple of one the high school wrestling calendar and a home for the future stars of our sport to compete. In most cases, the top two wrestlers at a particular weight are pitted against each other in a fight for the top spot in the country. 

As expected, there were some great matches and some great upsets and new #1’s. We’ll have more about Who’s #1 from a historical perspective in the next few days; however, for now, here are the final results from both the girls and boys duals. 

Girls Matches

100 lbs - Abigail Peterson (Iowa) fall Madi Healey (Pennsylvania)  4:15

105 lbs - Jaclyn Bouzakis (Pennsylvania) over Emma Faczak (Colorado)  11-0

110 lbs - Isla Silva (Pennsylvania) over Sarissa Tucker (Virginia)  4-2

115 lbs - Abigail Gonzalez (Florida) over Aubree Gutierrez (California)  8-1

120 lbs - Hailey Delgado (Texas) over Kaylyn Harrill (Nebraska)  11-0

125 lbs - Marlee Solomon (Pennsylvania) over Epenesa Elison (California)  6-6

130 lbs - Marie Sharp (New Jersey) over Emma Bacon (Pennsylvania)  10-8

135 lbs - Camila Torres (Arizona) over Bella Miller (Iowa)  10-4

140 lbs - Landri Von Gonten (Texas) over Maddie Marsh (Indiana)  11-6

145 lbs - Riley Hanrahan (Wisconsin) fall Eve Skrocki (Iowa)  5:00

155 lbs - Taina Fernandez (Maryland) over Ella Poalillo (Arizona)  10-0

Boys Matches

120 lbs - Brayden Wenrich (Pennsylvania) dec Mikey Bastista (New Jersey)  4-2

126 lbs - Sammy Sanchez (California) dec Landon Sidun (Pennsylvania)  2-2TB

132 lbs - Grey Burnett (Ohio) maj Paul Kenny (New Jersey)  13-1

138 lbs - Gavin Mangano (New York) dec Dean Anderson (Arizona)  9-4

144 lbs - Jesse Grajada (California) dec Braylon Reynolds (Indiana)  7-5

150 lbs - Jason Dube (Pennsylvania) dec Clinton Shepherd (Indiana)  4-3

157 lbs - Mac Crosson (Iowa) dec Michael Romero (California)  2-1SV

165 lbs - Melvin Miller (Pennsylvania) dec Camryn Howard (New York)  10-3

175 lbs - Jayden O’Farrill (Pennsylvania) maj Zack Aquila (Ohio)  17-8

190 lbs - Salah Tsarni (Maryland) dec Mario Carini (California)  10-5SV

215 lbs - Jimmy Mastny (Illinois) maj Mick Moylan (California)  9-0

In our latest episode of Over-Reaction Time, the guys talk about the difference between public and private schools and why parents and students might be attracted to private schools. With his experience coaching at various private schools, Coach Green is able to give the viewers a taste of what is different between each type of private school.

In the aftermath of Fargo, we’ve been sifting through the results and noticed that some of the Junior freestyle champions had absurd paths to their stop signs.

Ok, winning a Fargo title, under any circumstances, is impressive and requires plenty of challenging matchups. However, some of these were ridiculous, even for Fargo standards. Look at the 113 lb champion Analu Woode - he beat a returning Junior champion, both finalists from 113 lbs, and a U17 Greco world team member. Plus another returning All-American for good measure.

Woode’s path to a title was amazing! Can anyone else stack up? We’ve listed the opponents for each Junior freestyle champion from 113 to 285 lbs below (under 113 lbs doesn’t have as much of a track record for these comparisons).

113 lbs

Analu Woode (Hawaii)

• Elijah Algien (Colorado)
• Kaden Haakinson (South Dakota)
• Nathan Schuman (Pennsylvania) - 2025 Fargo Junior Freestyle 1st, Pennsylvania 3rd Place
• Connor Maddox (Indiana) - #12 at 113 lbs, 2025 16U Freestyle 7th, Indiana State Champ
• Turner Ross (Oklahoma - #3 at 113 lbs, #47 2027 Big Board, 2025 Junior Freestyle 1st, 4x Fargo AA, Illinois commit
• Cason Craft (Oklahoma - 3rd) - #4 at 113 lbs, #72 2027 Big Board, 2x Junior Greco 1st, 8x Fargo AA, Missouri commit
• Thales Silva (California - 2nd) - #16 at 120 lbs, 3x Fargo AA, 2025 UWW U17 Double AA, U17 Greco World Team member

120 lbs

Brayden Wenrich (Pennsylvania)

• Luke Jennings (Colorado)
• Caden Herrera (California)
• Alejandro Vargas (Oregon) -
• Shea Richter (South Dakota) - 2024 16U Freestyle 6th, Augustana commit
• Tyler Verceles (Maryland - 8th) - 2026 Double AA, 2024 16U Double AA
• Brand’n Edstrom (Idaho - 6th) - 2025 16U Freestyle 7th
• Michael Batista (New Jersey - 2nd) - #6 at 126 lbs, #42 2027 Big Board, UWW FR 3rd, Maryland commit

126 lbs

Samuel Sanchez (California)

• Caleb Kirk (Louisiana)
• Tanner Stone (Illinois)
• Preston Waughtel (Illinois) - 2x Illinois State Champ
• Allen Woo (Illinois) - 2x Illinois State Champ, Princeton commit
• Titan Friedrichs (Minnesota) - #200 2026 Big Board, 2x 16U Fargo AA, 3x UWW Trials AA, Minnesota commit
• Matthew Mulligan (New Jersey - 6th) - New Jersey State 6th
• Hayden Schwab (Iowa - 2nd) - #5 at 126 lbs, #7 2027 Big Board, 2025 UWW FR 2nd, 2024 16U Double Champion, 2023 16U Double AA, Northern Iowa commit

132 lbs

Antonio Mills (Georgia)

• Elijah Lofton (Minnesota)
• Andrew Bonita (New Jersey)
• Luke Schoch (California)
• Jason Hampton (Illinois) - 2x Illinois State Runner-Up, Missouri commit
• Miklo Hernandez (Minnesota - 6th) - #12 at 132 lbs, #31 2028 Big Board, 2025 16U freestyle 1st
• Tommy Wurster (Ohio - 5th) - #9 at 132 lbs, 4x Fargo AA, 4x UWW Trials AA
• Paul Kenny (New Jersey - 2nd) - #2 at 138 lbs, #8 2027 Big Board, 2025 Junior freestyle 3rd, 2025 UWW FR 2nd, 2023 U17 World Champion, Iowa commit

138 lbs

Tyler Dekraker (Florida)

• Grant Bergeron (Minnesota)
• Gavin Culloty (Michigan)
• Reid Yakes (Florida)
• Landyn Shaffer (New York) - #18 at 138 lbs, #144 2027 Big Board, New York State Champ, Binghamton commit
• Urijah Lopez (Ohio - 5th) - #15 at 138 lbs, Ohio State Runner-Up
• Gage Bjerga (Minnesota - 6th) - #7 at 138 lbs, #55 2028 Big Board, UWW U17 Freestyle 2nd, 2025 Double 16U AA
• Dawson Youngblut (Iowa - 2nd) - #4 at 144 lbs, #37 2027 Big Board, 2024 Double 16U AA, Iowa commit

144 lbs

Jesse Grajada (California)

• Aiden Stephenson (Texas)
• James Sievers (Georgia) - 3x Georgia Champion, North Dakota State commit
• Landen Fick (Wisconsin)  - Wisconsin-Parkside commit
• Mason Goelz (Indiana) - Indiana State Runner-Up, Indiana commit
• Adante Washington (Illinois) - Illinois State 3rd
• Michael Lopez (Colorado - 5th) - USAW Preseason Nationals Champion, Adams State commit
• Braylon Reynolds (Indiana - 2nd) - #5 at 144 lbs, #21 2027 Big Board, Ironman Placer, UWW U17 Freestyle 8th, North Carolina commit

150 lbs

Davis Parrow (Minnesota)

• Bennett Lerch (Kansas)
• Alexander Shvartsman (Illinois)
• Brendan Nardin (Illinois)
• Bobby Duffy (New Jersey - 8th) - 2025 Junior Freestyle 6th, Iowa commit
• Xavier Chavez (Arizona) - #15 at 150 lbs, #124 2027 Big Board, NHSCA All-American
• Deacon Morgan (Michigan - 6th) - 2x Michigan runner-up
• Jason Dube (Pennsylvania - 2nd) - #6 at 150 lbs, #44 2028 Big Board, UWW U17 Freestyle 2nd, 2025 16U Freestyle 4th

157 lbs

Charlie DeSena (Florida)

• Greyson Nielson (South Dakota)
• Cruz Morales (Texas)
• Isaac Balden (Nevada)
• Michael Ruane (Pennsylvania) - #14 at 157 lbs, Pennsylvania Runner-Up, Pittsburgh commit
• Jake Miller (Oklahoma - 8th) - #44 2026 Big Board, 5x Fargo AA, Iowa State commit
• Jet Brown (Missouri - 4th) - #5 at 157 lbs, #69 2027 Big Board, 4x Fargo AA, Navy commit
• Mac Crosson (Iowa - 2nd) - #7 at 165 lbs, #34 2027 Big Board, 2x 16U Freestyle All-American, UWW U17 Freestyle 7th, Nebraska commit

165 lbs

Melvin Miller (Pennsylvania)

• Holden Hawkins (South Dakota)
• Kingsley Mincer (Florida)
• Jacob Weaver (Indiana)
• Calvin Rathjen (Iowa) - #48 2028 Big Board
• Grayson Eggum (Minnesota - 7th) - #13 at 165 lbs, #13 2028 Big Board
• Aiden Arnett (Illinois - 4th) - #63 2028 Big Board, Double Junior Fargo AA, UWW U17 Greco 2nd
• Rocco Cassioppi (Illinois - 2nd) - #3 at 165 lbs, #29 2027 Big Board, 5x Fargo AA, UWW U17 Freestyle 2nd, Wisconsin commit

175 lbs

Zack Aquila (Ohio)

• Ryan Fencil (Arizona)
• Jamari Powell (Michigan)
• Nolan Owen (Wisconsin)
• Jordan Fincher (Missouri) - Kent State commit
• Brody Sendele (Illinois) - #11 at 175 lbs, ##106 2027 Big Board, 2024 16U Freestyle 3rd, Wisconsin commit
• Bruno Cassioppi (Illinois - 5th) - #4 at 165 lbs, #40 2027 Big Board, 6x Fargo All-American, Wisconsin commit
• Mario Carini (California - 2nd) - #1 at 175 lbs, #13 2027 Big Board, Super 32 3rd, 2025 Fargo JR Greco 3rd, Virginia Tech commit

190 lbs

Waylon Cressell (Iowa)

• Rock Shurette (Tennessee)
• Snowden Gabrielsen (Oregon)
• Max Sundquist (Michigan)
• John Manley (Ohio)
• Riley Johnson (Nebraska) - #175 2026 Big Board, 3x Fargo AA, South Dakota State commit
• Kyle Gallo (Florida - 5th) - #187 2027 Big Board, 2025 16U Double AA
• Nicholas Singer (Pennsylvania - 2nd) - #4 at 190 lbs, #24 2027 Big Board, 2025 Junior Freestyle 1st, 4x Fargo AA, UWW U17 freestyle 8th, Ohio State commit

215 lbs

Sam Howard (Indiana)

• Eli Anderson (Washington)
• Joaquin Ruiz (Utah) - 2026 UWW U17 Greco 4th, 2025 16U Greco 6th
• Carter Vannest (California) - #245 2026 Big Board, 3x NHSCA All-American, Oklahoma commit
• Ladd Holman (Utah - 5th) - #3 at 190 lbs, #28 2027 Big Board, 2026 Fargo Junior Greco 1st, 6x Fargo AA, Oklahoma State commit
• Decker Bechtold (Pennsylvania - 6th) - #11 at 215 lbs, UWW U17 Freestyle 8th, Super 32 6th
• Mick Moylan (California - 2nd) - #9 at 215 lbs, #91 2027 Big Board, 3x Fargo AA, North Carolina commit

285 lbs

Michael Mocco (Florida)

• Brody Jakubowski (Nebraska)
• To’o Grover (Washington)
• Riley Harmon (Oregon)
• Xander Rose (Colorado) - NHSCA Junior All-American
• Ashton Honnold (Iowa - 3rd) - #123 2026 Big Board, 2026 Junior Greco Champion, Northern Iowa commit
• Kal-El Fluckiger (Arizona - 4th) - #33 2026 Big Board, Super 32 Champion, Arizona State commit
• Tyson Martin (Wisconsin - 2nd) - #143 2026 Big Board, 2023 16U Freestyle 5th, South Dakota State commit

Last week, one of the biggest events on the high school wrestling calendar took place: the 16U and Junior National Championships, affectionately known as simply “Fargo” for its longtime host city. It’s been a rite of passage for wrestlers of multiple generations to compete in the FargoDome for coveted “stop signs,” the large octagonal plaque awarded to winners of each weight class.

Here are the wrestlers who battled through the grueling tournament and came away from Fargo as national champions.
 

16U Boys Freestyle

88 lbs: Kai McDonald (Iowa)

94 lbs: Johnathan Tompson (Iowa)

100 lbs: Cyrus Millage (Iowa)

106 lbs: Sebastian Gutierrez (California)

113 lbs: Michael Bernabe (California)

120 lbs: Cohen Reer (Ohio)

126 lbs: Jeremy Carver (Indiana)

132 lbs: Alex Marchetti (Pennsylvania)

138 lbs: Bryar Hooks (Oklahoma)

144 lbs: Reece Movahed (Pennsylvania)

150 lbs: Illia Kyrianenko (Florida)

157 lbs: Jaimon Mogard (Iowa)

165 lbs: Harrison Murdock (Georgia)

175 lbs: Layden Acevedo (Pennsylvania)

190 lbs: Bryce Collins (Pennsylvania)

215 lbs: Kade Splinter (Wisconsin)

285 lbs: Sawyer Schendel (Minnesota)

Junior Boys Freestyle

100 lbs: Ty Martin (Iowa)

106 lbs: Luke Loren (California)

113 lbs: Analu Woode (Hawaii)

120 lbs: Brayden Wenrich (Pennsylvania)

126 lbs: Sammy Sanchez (California)

132 lbs: Antonio Mills (Georgia)

138 lbs: Tyler Dekraker (Florida)

144 lbs: Jesse Grajada (California)

150 lbs: Davis Parrow (Minnesota)

157 lbs: Charlie DeSena (Florida)

165 lbs: Melvin Miller (Pennsylvania)

175 lbs: Zack Aquila (Ohio)

190 lbs: Waylon Cressell (Iowa)

215 lbs: Sam Howard (Indiana)

285 lbs: Michael Mocco (Florida)

16U Boys Greco-Roman

88 lbs: Giovanni Nix (Illinois)

94 lbs: Chase Smith (Tennessee)

100 lbs: Shay Lundvall (Iowa)

106 lbs: Jack Holman (Utah)

113 lbs: Evan Cies (Pennsylvania)

120 lbs: Diego Robertty (Iowa)

126 lbs: Trestin Houck (Alaska)

132 lbs: Obadiah Willis (Illinois)

138 lbs: Austin Schield (Washington)

144 lbs: Shane Ostermiller (Alaska)

150 lbs: Lincoln Steele (Idaho)

157 lbs: Jaimon Mogard (Iowa)

165 lbs: Jaiden Finger (Arizona)

175 lbs: Tyde Nelsen (Iowa)

190 lbs: Mason McDonnell (California)

215 lbs: Kade Splinter (Wisconsin)

285 lbs: Sawyer Schendel (Minnesota)

Junior Boys Greco-Roman

100 lbs: Logan Raske (Tennessee)

106 lbs: Ty Martin (Iowa)

113 lbs: Cason Craft (Oklahoma)

120 lbs: Michael Rundell (Illinois)

126 lbs: Cruzer Dominguez (Nebraska)

132 lbs: Jamiel Castleberry (Illinois)

138 lbs: Nick Sorrow (Michigan)

144 lbs: Ned Kauffman (Pennsylvania)

150 lbs: Gavin Weichelt (Colorado)

157 lbs: Jacob Morris (Alaska)

165 lbs: Jared Remington (Texas)

175 lbs: Ivan Ivanov (Idaho)

190 lbs: Waylon Cressell (Iowa)

215 lbs: Ladd Holman (Utah)

285 lbs: Ashton Honnold (Iowa)

16U Girls Freestyle

95 lbs: Brooklyn Murray (Massachusetts)

100 lbs: Abigail Peterson (Iowa)

105 lbs: Bella Manno (Arizona)

110 lbs: Riley Karwowski (Pennsylvania)

115 lbs: Kaylee Vera (Ohio)

120 lbs: McKenna Wilson (Oklahoma)

125 lbs: Winter West (Florida)

130 lbs: Rachel Garcia (Oklahoma)

135 lbs: Rain Scott (Illinois)

140 lbs: Kesi Tsarni (Maryland)

145 lbs: Gray Joyce (Kansas)

155 lbs: Ava Guilmette (New York)

170 lbs: Siobhan Flanner (Kansas)

190 lbs: Kaylee Thompson (Kansas)

207 lbs: Lyla Hensen (Michigan)

235 lbs: Taya Maumausolo Matagi (California)

Junior Girls Freestyle

95 lbs: Francesca Gusfa (New Jersey)

100 lbs: Lilee Denson (Michigan)

105 lbs: Jaclyn Bouzakis (Pennsylvania)

110 lbs: Sarissa Tucker (Virginia)

115 lbs: Abigail Gonzalez (Florida)

120 lbs: Marlee Solomon (Pennsylvania)

125 lbs: Mackenzie Carder (Ohio)

130 lbs: Madilyn Peach (Wisconsin)

135 lbs: Emma Bacon (Pennsylvania)

140 lbs: Maddie Marsh (Indiana)

145 lbs: Nora Akpan (Minnesota)

155 lbs: Eloise Woolsey (New Mexico)

170 lbs: Kaili Manuel (Michigan)

190 lbs: Brooke Huffman (Wisconsin)

207 lbs: Phoenix Molina (Illinois)

235 lbs: Aubrey Bartkowiak (Indiana)

Fargo, North Dakota – Pennsylvania remained atop of the women’s wrestling world when the nine-day marathon that is Fargo came to a close.

But it was by the slimmest of margins.

With three individual champions, the Keystone State won the Junior Girls team championship and the Battles Won Award with 165 points, one point ahead of second place Michigan on Saturday afternoon at the 2026 U.S. Marine Corps Junior Nationals in the Fargodome in Fargo, North Dakota.

New Mexico’s Eloise Woolsey was named the Outstanding Wrestler, winning the 155-pound title with an 8-5 decision over New Jersey’s Ella Poalillo, becoming the state’s first women’s freestyle champion in either the Junior or 16U divisions. Woolsey went 6-0 and beat four previous Fargo finalists en route to the title including a win over Connecticut’s Sarah Henckel, a 2022 16U champion, and Poalillo, a U17 World bronze medalist.

Jaclyn Bouzakis and Emma Bacon both won their second Junior titles and third overall, while Marlee Solomon won her first stop sign to highlight Pennsylvania’s 11 All-Americans.

Michigan, with a pair of champions and a state-record five Junior Girls finalists, will have to wait at least another year to try to claim its second title. The state won the unofficial title in 2003. The Mitten was paced by 100-pound champion Lillee Denson and 170-pound champion Kaili Manuel.

Bouzakis’ third all-time title in Fargo was a 12-2 technical superiority victory over Colorado’s Emma Faczak at 105 pounds. A three-time National Preps champion at Wyoming Seminary and two-time U17 World bronze medalist, Bouzakis now has four total medals here in Fargo. As tradition with the family of Bouzakis wrestlers, Jaclyn honored the memory of her late brother, Greco-Roman Bouzakis, who passed away in 2016, by kissing a pair of wrestling shoes and hanging them around her neck after the championship.

Solomon’s 120-pound title came with a controlled 4-0 win over Texas’ Hailey Delgado, last year’s 16U champion at 105 pounds. Solomon’s title is her first after finishing as the runner-up in the 16U division the past two years. She’s a two-time PIAA champion at Canon-McMillan in Western Pennsylvania.

The third PA title came with authority as Bacon pinned Arizona’s Camila Torres 27 seconds into the 135-pound final. Bacon quickly transitioned from a takedown to turn Torres with a bar and half to get the fall. The win gave Pennsylvania a six-point lead, a lead that would be trimmed, but never relinquished.

Michigan had its chances to grab the team title and started off strong as Denson won her first Junior title with an 11-3 victory over Colorado’s Justice Gutierrez at 100 pounds. Denson was rolling, but nearly saw it evaporate as Gutierrez reversed Denson to her back for a two-point exposure. Denson recovered and cruised the rest of the way.

Manuel won her first Junior title to go with a pair of 16U titles in a dominant 11-0 technical fall win over Pennsylvania’s Ciyanna Okocha. With Pennsylvania up by just one point and no more finalists, it left Michigan’s championship hopes in the hands of 207-pound finalist Maddie Hayden. Illinois’ Phoenix Molina dashed Michigan’s championship hopes, shutting out Hayden 6-0, and winning Illinois’ only title of the night.

Third-place Indiana and Wisconsin each crowned two individual champions. The third-place finish was Indiana’s highest in state history in the Junior Girls division. The first Indiana title came at 140 pounds where Maddie Marsh decisioned Michigan’s Alexis Lazar 5-2. The Hoosier State closed out the night with Aubrey Bartkowiak’s 25-second gold medal fall over Texas’ Alyciana Rogers at 235 pounds – one of the six falls in Saturday’s Junior finals.

Both Wisconsin champs scored falls in the finals as 130-pounder Madilyn Peach pinned Texas’ Kailin Sebert at 2:21 and Brooke Huffman pinned Utah’s Tevia Nau Rarick in 73 seconds in a matchup between past 16U champions at 190 pounds.

The other three falls came from Bacon, 115-pound champion Abigail Gonzalez of Florida, and 125-pound champion Mackenzie Carder of Ohio. Gonzalez pinned Idaho state champion Kinzie Williams at 1:48, while Carder took out Arizona’s Martynique Davis at 1:05.

Not to be lost in all the team race talk and historic achievements is the performance from 145-pound champion Nora Akpan of Minnesota, who repeated as a Junior champion with an 11-5 win over Michigan’s Belicia Manuel, the oldest of the two Manuel sisters in the finals. Earlier in the day, Akpan defeated returning champion Violette Lasure of Pennsylvania 7-5 in the semifinals.

Virginia’s Sarissa Tucker won the Commonwealth’s fifth ever title in the division, topping Indiana’s Isabel Kaplan 4-0. It was Tucker’s third medal in Fargo and second in the Junior division after she took fifth last year.

At 95 pounds, New Jersey’s Francesca Gusfa won the state’s fourth ever Junior Girls title with a 14-3 technical fall over Indiana’s Katelyn Rowles. It was Gusfa’s second career placement in Fargo after finishing fifth in the Junior division last year. A New Jersey state champion this past year at Ridgewood, Gusfa represented the U.S. at the 2024 U17 World Championships in Amman, Jordan, finishing seventh. It was Rowles second medal in Fargo. She finished third in 2024 at 88 pounds in 16U.

Junior Girls Results

Team Standings 

1. Pennsylvania, 165

2. Michigan, 164

3. Indiana, 117

4. Texas, 84

T5. California, 68

T5. Arizona, 68

T7. Ohio, 61

T7. Wisconsin, 61

9. Iowa, 60

10. New Jersey 57

Placement Matches

95 pounds 
1st - Francesca Gusfa (New Jersey) tech. fall Katelyn Rowles (Indiana), 14-3

3rd - Leivelle Alejado (Hawaii) dec. Aaliyah Brown (Indiana), 12-6

5th - McKenzie Mantei (Michigan) dec. Alliya Walker (Virginia), 6-5

7th - Mya Van Beek (Iowa) fall Alexandra Thomas (Florida), 5:27

100 pounds 
1st - Lillee Denson (Michigan) dec. Justice Gutierrez (Colorado), 11-3

3rd - Abigail Peterson (Iowa) dec. Sky Ramos (Hawaii), 13-6

5th - Maisie Elliott (Washington) fall Vina Nguyen (Washington), 2:07

7th - Lilly Breeden (Missouri) fall Noah Kovach (Texas), 0:29

105 pounds 
1st - Jaclyn Bouzakis (Pennsylvania) tech. fall Emma Faczak (Colorado), 12-2

3rd - Ryleigh Sturgill (Tennessee) tech. fall Grace Jawulski (Florida), 10-0 (0:31)

5th - Kyrstan Perez (Oklahoma) dec. Kiana Lien (California), 13-7

7th - Katie Biscoglia (Iowa) dec. Dilynn Albrecht (Wisconsin), 7-3

110 pounds 
1st - Sarissa Tucker (Virginia) dec. Isabel Kaplan (Indiana), 4-0

3rd - Eva Zimmerman (Utah) dec. Summer Mutschler (Maryland), 15-10

5th - Jayden Keller (Missouri) For. Julia Horger (Pennsylvania)

7th - Elizabeth Valenzuela Smith (Arizona) dec. Kayleigh Milam (Missouri), 14-8

115 pounds 
1st - Abigail Gonzalez (Florida) fall Kinzie Williams (Idaho), 1:48

3rd - Malia Ottow (Washington) dec. Hepua Salter (Hawaii), 4-0

5th - Daynah Gomez (Arizona) dec. Morgan Hyland (Pennsylvania), 9-8

7th - Ali Svancara (Idaho) fall Jaydin Cuevas (Colorado), 1:04

120 pounds 
1st - Marlee Solomon (Pennsylvania) dec. Hailey Delgado (Texas), 4-0

3rd - Aubree Gutierrez (California) dec. Cheyenne Frank (Michigan), 10-7

5th - Kaylyn Harrill (Nebraska) fall Reagan Mathers (Arizona), 1:36

7th - Angelina Gochis (Illinois) fall Violet Diaz (Iowa), 0:19

125 pounds 
1st - Mackenzie Carder (Ohio) fall Martynique Davis (Arizona), 1:05

3rd - Raenah Smith (Pennsylvania) dec. Neve O'Byrne (Pennsylvania), 12-8

5th - Me'kala James (California) fall Kylee Kurszewski (Wisconsin), 3:33

7th - Cameron Leng (Ohio) tech. fall Samiyah Rahming (Pennsylvania), 10-0 (2:19)

130 pounds 
1st - Madilyn Peach (Wisconsin) fall Kailin Sebert (Texas), 2:21

3rd - Olivia Bezdicek (Idaho) fall Haley Smarsh (Pennsylvania), 1:16

5th - Kayla Moroschan (Ohio) tech. fall Emma Chacon (Arizona), 10-0 (3:10)

7th - Willow White (Florida) forfeit Riley Drennan (Texas)

135 pounds 
1st - Emma Bacon (Pennsylvania) fall Camila Torres (Arizona), 0:27

3rd - Naima Ghaffar (Indiana) fall Kaison Miller (Kansas), 1:14

5th - Nia Hagler (Utah) fall Chloe Wehry (Minnesota), 0:49

7th - Iyanna Crawford (North Carolina) tech. fall Eva Garcia (California), 10-0 (1:57)

140 pounds 
1st - Maddie Marsh (Indiana) dec. Alexis Lazar (Michigan), 5-2

3rd - Jordyn Parker (Texas) fall Ema Durst (Illinois), 0:37

5th - Timberly Martinez (Colorado) dec. Clover Williams (Oklahoma), 9-2

7th - Keanna Conrad (Idaho) dec. Saige McCleery (Washington), 8-3

145 pounds 
1st - Nora Akpan (Minnesota) dec. Belicia Manuel (Michigan), 11-5

3rd - Violette Lasure (Pennsylvania) fall Greta Brus (Iowa), 1:43

5th - Emily Beckley (Oklahoma) forfeit Hayden Bratland (Iowa)

7th - Chloe Sanders (Iowa) tech. fall Natalin Hout (California), 11-0 (2:13)

155 pounds 
1st - Eloise Woolsey (New Mexico) dec. Ella Poalillo (New Jersey), 8-5

3rd - Sarah Henckel (Connecticut) tech. fall Symone Jewell (California), 10-0 (1:07)

5th - Julia Araujo (North Dakota) fall Mary Snider (California), 0:43

7th - Matilda Hruby (Colorado) fall Skylar Slade (Iowa), 0:11

170 pounds 
1st - Kaili Manuel (Michigan) tech. fall Ciyanna Okocha (Pennsylvania), 11-0

3rd - Kiley Dillow (Kansas) dec. Olivia Georges (New Jersey), 11-5

5th - Sarah Pulk (Minnesota) forfeit Elizabeth Madison (Ohio)

7th - Rylynn Keziah (North Carolina) fall Clarion Fager (Utah), 1:04

190 pounds 
1st - Brooke Huffman (Wisconsin) fall Tevia Nau Rarick (Utah), 1:13

3rd - Irelynn Laurin (Tennessee) tech. fall Ava Asing (Hawaii), 10-0 (3:19)

5th - Kanata Richardson (Michigan) dec. Autumn Elsbury (Iowa), 7-6

7th - Jaida Kuntz (Texas) forfeit JayaShree Bray (Nebraska)

207 pounds 
1st - Phoenix Molina (Illinois) dec. Maddie Hayden (Michigan), 6-0

3rd - Deionna Borders (Ohio) fall Isabella Lorenzana (California), 2:30

5th - Lulu Kirk (Kansas) fall Vivianna Scott (Oregon), 4:43

7th - Sophiea Quinn (Missouri) fall Kimura Segerson-Hutter (Wisconsin), 3:16

235 pounds 
1st - Aubrey Bartkowiak (Indiana) fall Alyciana Rogers (Texas), 0:25

3rd - Mya Brandenburg (Michigan) dec. Peyton Mullin (New York), 5-1

5th - Halle Spears (Michigan) dec. Jasmine Enriquez (Illinois), 7-2

7th - Angela Bereuter (Missouri) fall Katherine Luna (California), 1:23

FARGO, N.D. – It is the 20th year of the USA Wrestling Triple Crown program in the Junior Boys division. Iowa’s Waylon Cressell added his name to the exclusive list of winners, becoming just the 10th individual, and first since 2022, to win a USA Wrestling folkstyle, freestyle and Greco-Roman national title in the Junior Boys division during the same year.

The Cressell triple stamp came on Wednesday evening at the FARGODOME in the 190-pound Greco-Roman finals. Cressell toughed out a 4-3 decision over returning All-American Victor Marks-Jenkins of Maryland in the championship match. Prior to the finals, neither Cressell nor Marks-Jenkins had surrendered a point in the tournament and pinned or teched all comers—a worthy matchup for the moment.

This is one of the unique Triple Crowns in Junior Boys history. All past winners have come from the edges of the weight class bell curve—either under 112 pounds or at heavyweight. Cressell is the first Triple Crown winner in the upper weights that isn’t a heavyweight. The list of heavyweight Triple Crown winners is impressive—Adam Coon of Michigan (2012, 2013), Anthony Cassioppi of Illinois (2017, 2018) and Aden Attao of Idaho (2022)—a promising sign for Cressell’s upcoming college career with Northern Iowa and in the Olympic styles.

Cressell was one of two freestyle champions to double up in Fargo. Iowa teammate Ty Martin took a 1-1 criteria win over Dakota Harmer of Michigan to capture the 106-pound title. Martin was the 100-pound champion in freestyle earlier in the week. A third Iowa champion was guaranteed at 285 pounds, with Ashton Honnold edging Joe Constable by two points in an all-Iowa final.  

No repeats were had in the Junior Greco-Roman division. Illinois’ Wyatt Medlin, the only returning champion to make the finals, was stopped by Alaska’s Jacob Morris at 157 pounds by a single point. It was Medlin’s third-straight Junior Greco-Roman finals appearance, and fifth overall Fargo final. The win bolsters Morris’ already solid Greco-Roman resume. He owns third-place finishes from the 2025 U17 World Team Trials and 2025 Junior Nationals prior to this Fargo run.

The Outstanding Wrestler award for the division went to 175-pound champion Ivan Ivanov of Idaho, who was a 16U Greco-Roman champion the past two years. Ivanov made quick work of Tennessee’s Gary High, 8-0, less than a minute and a half into the championship match. Up next for Ivanov is a trip to the U17 World Championships in Baku, Azerbaijan, representing Team USA at 80 kg.

2025 U17 World bronze medalist Michael Rundell of Illinois put up a 14-4 technical fall over his Illinois teammate Ray Long in the 120-pound finals. He finished his run in Fargo with seven wins by technical fall, shutting out his first six opponents, and outpacing the opposition by a combined 65-4 score.

Joining Ivanov and Rundell with technical falls in the finals were Cruzer Dominguez of Nebraska at 126 pounds, Ned Kauffman of Pennsylvania at 144 pounds and Ladd Holman of Utah at 215 pounds.

Additional champions include Logan Raske of Tennessee at 100 pounds, Cason Craft of Oklahoma at 113 pounds, Jamiel Castleberry of Illinois at 132 pounds, Nicholas Sorrow of Michigan at 138 pounds, Gavin Weichelt of Colorado at 150 pounds and Jared Remington of Texas at 165 pounds.

Taking the top spot in the team standings and earning the Battles Won Award was Illinois, which amassed 249 team points from two champions and 17 All-Americans. Iowa finished in second place with 112 team points. Rounding out the top five teams were Oklahoma, Minnesota and California.

The U.S. Marine Corps Junior Nationals continues on Thursday with the start of the Junior and 16U women’s freestyle tournaments.

Junior Greco-Roman Results 

Team Standings 
1. Illinois, 249

2. Iowa, 112

3. Oklahoma, 84

4. Minnesota, 80

5. California, 64

6. Maryland, 63

7. Colorado, 61

T8. Ohio, 59

T8. Florida, 50

10. Utah, 56

Placement Matches 
100 pounds 
1st - Logan Raske (Tennessee) dec. Symon Woods (Illinois), 6-4

3rd - Eldon Roth (Wisconsin) tech. fall David Serrano (Florida), 14-6 (3:54)

5th - Jackson Taylor (Kentucky) fall Rocco Valvano (Illinois), 0:31

7th - Jayland Davis (Indiana) tech. fall Logan Wray (Washington), 11-2 (1:35)

106 pounds 
1st - Ty Martin (Iowa) dec. Dakota Harmer (Michigan), 1-1

3rd - Aidan Ortega (Illinois) dec. Derik Kiefer (Georgia), 9-7

5th - Stephano Calderon (South Carolina) dec. DeVaughn Miller (Alabama), 5-2

7th - Parker Williams (Florida) tech. fall Grady Swalberg (Utah), 10-2 (2:03)

113 pounds 
1st - Cason Craft (Oklahoma) dec. Niko Odiotti (Illinois), 8-2

3rd - Austin Hayes (Maryland) tech. fall Blackburn Savage (Ohio), 8-0 (2:59)

5th - Koa DeLoach (Florida) tech. fall RJ Phelan (Florida), 8-0 (0:44)

7th - Evan Centeno (Utah) tech. fall Rowdy Angst (Missouri), 12-2 (3:40)

120 pounds 
1st - Michael Rundell (Illinois) tech. fall Ray Long (Illinois), 14-4 (3:00)

3rd - Brendon Oehme (South Dakota) fall Dustin John Snider (Colorado), 4:12

5th - Kaleb Blackner (Utah) fall Tyler Verceles (Maryland), 3:49

7th - Joel Friederichs (Minnesota) dec. Lazarus McEwen (Washington), 8-6

126 pounds 
1st - Cruzer Dominguez (Nebraska) tech. fall Isaiah Jones (Oklahoma), 10-1 (2:33)

3rd - Nicolas Enzminger (North Dakota) tech. fall Titan Friederichs (Minnesota), 9-0 (1:44)

5th - Thiago Silva (California) forfeit Loc Webber (Ohio)

7th - Kai Plinski (West Virginia) tech. fall Jesse Landtroop (Oregon), 8-0 (0:24)

132 pounds 
1st - Jamiel Castleberry (Illinois) dec. Tommy Wurster (Ohio), 6-5

3rd - Kaleb Pratt (Illinois) dec. Caleb Schaefer (Indiana), 5-1

5th - Robert Ruscitti (Illinois) tech. fall Jr Ortega (Colorado), 9-0 (2:01)

7th - Aidan McClure (Illinois) fall Chase Kastner (Connecticut), 2:42

138 pounds 
1st - Nicholas Sorrow (Michigan) dec. Thomas Banas (Illinois), 4-1

3rd - Gage Bjerga (Minnesota) tech. fall Matthew Orbeta (California), 9-1 (4:05)

5th - Jensen Boyd (Indiana) tech. fall Louden Elliott (New York), 9-1 (3:53)

7th - Blake Nevils (Idaho) tech. fall William Christopher (Wisconsin), 9-0 (5:42)

144 pounds 
1st - Ned Kauffman (Pennsylvania) tech. fall Liam Collins (Minnesota), 8-0 (1:39)

3rd - Mason Goelz (Indiana) dec. Tyler Stephens (Maryland), 8-6

5th - Adante Washington (Illinois) dec. Mason DesRochers (Washington), 4-1

7th - Garrison Sartain (Oklahoma) dec. Anthony Severino (New York), 11-8

150 pounds 
1st - Gavin Weichelt (Colorado) dec. Legend Ellis (Oklahoma), 6-0

3rd - Austin Collins (Colorado) tech. fall Bennett Kujawa (Minnesota), 13-0 (1:07)

5th - Dimitri Kizer (Oklahoma) fall Hayden Reuter (Alaska), 1:09

7th - Samson McKissick Staley (New York) dec. David Burchett (Colorado), 9-7

157 pounds 
1st - Jacob Morris (Alaska) dec. Wyatt Medlin (Illinois), 5-4

3rd - Gregory Torosian (California) tech. fall Daniel Acosta (Texas), 8-0 (4:47)

5th - Dominic Way (West Virginia) dec. Donald Jackson (Kansas), 10-9

7th - Parker Casey (Iowa) fall Micah McCaskill (Texas), 0:34

165 pounds 
1st - Jared Remington (Texas) dec. Cael Gilmore (Ohio), 5-3

3rd - Tre Haines (Washington) dec. Thunder Page (Kansas), 3-0

5th - Emerson Tjaden (Kansas) tech. fall Drake Morrison (Idaho), 9-0 (0:45)

7th - Preston Scott (Oklahoma) fall Aiden Arnett (Illinois), 2:58

175 pounds 
1st - Ivan Ivanov (Idaho) tech. fall Gary High (Tennessee), 8-0 (1:25)

3rd - Lucas Boe (Florida) dec. Mason Carnrite (California), 6-5

5th - Noah Tucker (Maryland) dec. Grady Weinbrenner (Minnesota), 8-8

7th - Ty'Quavion Smart (Illinois) dec. Jad Urribarri (Florida), 6-4

190 pounds 
1st - Waylon Cressell (Iowa) dec. Victor Marks-Jenkins (Maryland), 4-3

3rd - Shepard Stephens (Utah) fall Hugh Meyer (North Dakota), 2:45

5th - Kyle Gallo (Florida) tech. fall Caden Grenier (Minnesota), 9-0 (2:09)

7th - Andy Franke (Iowa) tech. fall Gabriel Cohn (Minnesota), 12-3 (3:55)

215 pounds 
1st - Ladd Holman (Utah) tech. fall Jaxon Penovich (Illinois), 8-0 (1:54)

3rd - Gage Ponton (Idaho) dec. Cooper Reves (Kansas), 9-5

5th - Carter Brown (Missouri) dec. Xander Dossett (Georgia), 7-3

7th - Carter Vannest (California) tech. fall Layne O'Neil (Michigan), 17-6 (2:24)

285 pounds 
1st - Ashton Honnold (Iowa) dec. Joe Constable (Iowa), 2-0

3rd - Kade West (Washington) dec. Jeremy Marshall (Illinois), 5-0

5th - Matthew Cooley (California) dec. JT Kelso (Iowa), 2-1

7th - Damian Bodiu (Texas) forfeit Noah Larios (California)

Junior Freestyle Final Results

The first set of Fargo Finals saw two repeat champions from last year with Antonio Mills and Melvin Miller adding another Stop Sign to their collections. 

Mills took out two 2025 champions-- Miklo Hernandez in the quarterfinals and Tommy Wurster in the semifinals--before taking a 12-9 decision over former World Champion Paul Kenny in one of the most entertaining matches of the evening session. 

Miller had a tight win over Grayson Eggum in the quarterfinals in an otherwise dominant tournament showing from the future Hokie. He turned in a 10-0 win over Aiden Arnett in the semifinals and a 7-4 decision in the finals over a very scrappy Rocco Cassioppi. 

We also saw an impressive finals victory from U17 World Champion Sammy Sanchez over multiple time Fargo Champion Hayden Schwab with the 11-1 Technical Fall. Fellow World Champion Michael Mocco capped off the evening with a decision win over Wisconsin State Champion Tyson Martin. 

Action continues from Fargo on Monday with Men’s Beach Wrestling, while Greco action starts on Tuesday. 

Junior Freestyle Finals 

100 Ty Martin (IA) def. Symon Woods (IL) TF 10-0 (3:22)
106 Luke Loren (California) def. Cache Williams (Oklahoma) Dec 12-8
113 Analu Woode (Hawaii) def Thales Silva (California) Fall 3:15
120 Brayden Wenrich (Pennsylvania) def. Michael Batista (New Jersey) TF 14-2 (2:06)
126 Samuel Sanchez (California) def. Hayden Schwab (Iowa) TF 11-1 (3:45)
132 Antonio Mills (Georgia) def. Paul Kenny (New Jersey) Dec 12-9
138 Tyler Dekraker (Florida) def. Dawson Youngblut (Iowa) Dec 10-2
144 Jesse Grajeda (California) def. Braylon Reynolds (Indiana) TF 11-0 (5:37)
150 Davis Parrow (Minnesota) def. Jason Dube (Pennsylvania) Dec 9-7
157 Charlie DeSena (Florida) def. Mac Crosson (Iowa) Dec 3-2
165 Melvin Miller (Pennsylvania) def. Rocco Cassioppi (Illinois) Dec 7-4
175 Zack Aquila (Ohio) def. Mario Carini (California) Dec 9-8
190 Waylon Cressell (Iowa) def. Nicholas Singer (Pennsylvania) Dec 8-3
215 Sam Howard (Indiana) def. Daniel Moylan (California) Dec 11-10
285 Michael Mocco (Florida) def. Tyson Martin (Wisconsin) Dec 9-6

Junior Freestyle Final Placements 

100 

1. Ty Martin (Iowa)
2. Symon Woods (Illinois)
3. DeVaughn Miller (Alabama)
4. Logan Raske (Tennessee)
5. Ryker Leonard (Ohio)
6. David Serrano (Florida)
7. Parker Williams (Florida)
8. Jaxson Tocco (New York)

106 

1. Luke Loren (California)
2. Cache Williams (Oklahoma)
3. Jackson Thorn (Minnesota)
4. Frank Fuentes (California)
5. Aidan Ortega (Illinois)
6. Alex Huddleston (Indiana)
7. Dakota Harmer (Michigan)
8. Michael Densmore (Georgia)

113 

1. Analu Woode (Hawaii)
2. Thales Silva (California)
3. Cason Craft (Oklahoma)
4. Camden Rugg (Wisconsin)
5. Koa DeLoach (Florida)
6. Niko Odiotti (Illinois)
7. Turner Ross (Oklahoma)
8. Traevon Ducking (Indiana)

120 

1. Brayden Wenrich (Pennsylvania)
2. Michael Batista (New Jersey)
3. Thiago Silva (California)
4. Landon Thoennes (Minnesota)
5. Loc Webber (Ohio)
6. Brand'n Edstrom (Idaho)
7. Aiden Garcia (California)
8. Tyler Verceles (Maryland)

126 

1. Samuel Sanchez (California)
2. Hayden Schwab (Iowa)
3. Mateo Gallegos (Pennsylvania)
4. Cale Vandermark (Iowa)
5. Van Smith (Oklahoma)
6. Matthew Mulligan (New Jersey)
7. Cody Clarke (Georgia)
8. Isaiah Jones (Oklahoma)

132 

1. Antonio Mills (Georgia)
2. Paul Kenny (New Jersey)
3. Nathan Rioux (Indiana)
4. Blaze Van Gundy (Ohio)
5. Tommy Wurster (Ohio)
6. Miklo Hernandez (Minnesota)
7. Jamiel Castleberry (Illinois)
8. Eddie Woody, Jr. (Iowa)

138 

1. Tyler Dekraker (Florida)
2. Dawson Youngblut (Iowa)
3. Nicholas Sorrow (Michigan)
4. Tanner Guenot (Pennsylvania)
5. Urijah Lopez (Ohio)
6. Gage Bjerga (Minnesota)
7. Austin Ellis (Utah)
8. Shamus Regan (Florida)

144 

1. Jesse Grajeda (California)
2. Braylon Reynolds (Indiana)
3. Dale Corbin (Pennsylvania)
4. Cole Speer (Ohio)
5. Michael Lopez (Colorado)
6. Cody Trevino (Iowa)
7. Gavin Landers (Iowa)
8. Nico DeSalvo (Iowa)

150 

1. Davis Parrow (Minnesota)
2. Jason Dube (Pennsylvania)
3. Peyton Hornsby (Indiana)
4. Austin Collins (Colorado)
5. Matthew O'Neill (Pennsylvania)
6. Deacon Morgan (Michigan)
7. Bennett Kujawa (Minnesota)
8. Bobby Duffy (New Jersey)

157 

1. Charlie DeSena (Florida)
2. Mac Crosson (Iowa)
3. Lincoln Robideau (Minnesota)
4. Jet Brown (Missouri)
5. Wyatt Medlin (Illinois)
6. Mason Petersen (Nebraska)
7. Brooklyn Pickett (Maryland)
8. Jake Miller (Oklahoma)

165 

1. Melvin Miller (Pennsylvania)
2. Rocco Cassioppi (Illinois)
3. Jacob Perez (California)
4. Aiden Arnett (Illinois)
5. Joe Bachmann (Pennsylvania)
6. Declan Koch (Wisconsin)
7. Grayson Eggum (Minnesota)
8. David Ogunsanya (Illinois)

175 

1. Zack Aquila (Ohio)
2. Mario Carini (California)
3. Tomm Heiser (Wisconsin)
4. Lucas Boe (Florida)
5. Bruno Cassioppi (Illinois)
6. Jakob Hoke (Ohio)
7. Maximus Dhabolt (Iowa)
8. Noah Tucker (Maryland)

190 

1. Waylon Cressell (Iowa)
2. Nicholas Singer (Pennsylvania)
3. Mason Ontiveros (California)
4. Jaxon Penovich (Illinois)
5. Kyle Gallo (Florida)
6. Everett Joyce (Kansas)
7. Eli Leonard (Wisconsin)
8. Victor Marks-Jenkins (Maryland)

215 

1. Sam Howard (Indiana)
2. Daniel Moylan (California)
3. William Ward (North Dakota)
4. Ceasar Salas (Indiana)
5. Ladd Holman (Utah)
6. Decker Bechtold (Pennsylvania)
7. Maximus Konopka (Connecticut)
8. Carter Brown (Missouri)

285 

1. Michael Mocco (Florida)
2. Tyson Martin (Wisconsin)
3. Ashton Honnold (Iowa)
4. Kal-El Fluckiger (Arizona)
5. Cael Leisgang (Wisconsin)
6. Kaz Morosetti (Rhode Island)
7. Kade West (Washington)
8. William Glesing (Indiana)

Team Scores

1. Blair Academy  250

2. Lake Highland Prep  247

3. Malvern Prep  233

4. Bishop McCort  176.5

5. Notre Dame-Green Pond  147

6. Brecksville  133

7. Bethlehem Catholic  110

7. St. Peters Prep  110

9. Grassfield  99.5

10. Nazareth  94

106 lbs

Championship - Evan Cies (Malvern Prep) dec Maximus Quarry (Notre Dame-Green Pond)  6-1

3rd Place - Shaefer Hoffman (Downingtown West) dec Jack Anello (Blair Academy)  6-1

5th Place - Forest Rose (Immaculata) dec Ryan Halal (Bergen Catholic)  7-6

7th Place - Stephen Bagocius (Camden Catholic) maj Charles Cooper (Loyola Blakefield)  10-1

113 lbs

Championship - Rylan Seacrist (Brecksville) fall Justin Farnsworth (Malvern Prep)  5:40

3rd Place - Liam McGettigan (Lake Highland Prep) dec Killian Coluccio (Lacey)  8-4

5th Place - Cael Muller (Notre Dame-Green Pond) dec David Dight (Thomas Edison)  4-0

7th Place - Paden Alyea (Skyline) dec Benjamin Donato (Cesar Rodney)  10-3

120 lbs

Championship - Landon Sidun (Norwin) dec Mikey Batista (Blair Academy)  5-1

3rd Place - Alex Rozas (Teurlings Catholic) dec Dunia Sibomana (Long Beach)  5-3

5th Place - Dominick Morrison (Hatboro Horsham) dec Sam Wolford (Northern Lebanon)  1-0

7th Place - Liam Davis (Lake Highland Prep) dec Ethan Michaels (Colts Neck)  5-2
 

126 lbs

Championship - Mason Jakob (Dobyns Bennett) maj Jack Baron (Germantown Academy)  9-1

3rd Place - Carter Chunko (Saucon Valley) dec Finnegan O’Brien (Blair Academy)  5-0

5th Place - Jack Cole (Bethlehem Catholic) dec Jayden Jackson (Loyola Blakefield)  7-5

7th Place - Sean Elliott (Howell) dec Joseph Pellicci (Paramus Catholic)  3-0
 

132 lbs

Championship - Vincenzo Anello (Blair Academy) dec Anthony DiAndrea (Watchung Hills)  1-0

3rd Place - Willmont Kai (Whitehall) dec Kavin Muyleart (Cedar Cliff)  4-1SV

5th Place - Richard DeLorenzo (Toms River East) dec Colton Hagerty (Washington)  7-1

7th Place - Dalton Weber (Pope John XXIII) MedFFT Lukas Littleton-Mascaro (Malvern Prep)
 

138 lbs

Championship - Keanu Dillard (Bethlehem Catholic) dec Tyler Conroy (Malvern Prep)  1-1UTB

3rd Place - Yandel Morales (Lake Highland Prep) dec Cole Speer (Brecksville)  5-4

5th Place - Blake Boyer (Kennett) dec Aiden Herndon (Cedar Cliff)  4-0

7th Place - Ozias Gray (Arcdiana) maj Jack Abramson (Pingry School)  8-0
 

144 lbs

Championship - Tyler Dekraker (Lake Highland Prep) dec Matthew O’Neill (Malvern Prep)  7-2UTB

3rd Place - Weston Borgers (Blair Academy) dec Jackson Butler (Bishop McCort)  7-5TB

5th Place - Grayson Davis (Cape Henlopen) FFT Laudan Henry (St. Peters Prep)

7th Place - Benjamin Aguilar (Mountain View) dec Lincoln Kelley (Loudoun County)  7-5

150 lbs

Championship - Bo Bassett (Bishop McCort) tech Charlie DeSena (Lake Highland Prep)  15-0

3rd Place - Sonny Amato (Rumson-Fair Haven) dec Tyler Traves (Mountain View)  6-1

5th Place - Brady Hand (Christiansburg) maj Brooklyn Pickett (Mount St. Joseph)  10-1

7th Place - Maverick Beckwith (Norwich) FFT Joseph Petriello (Dumont)

157 lbs

Championship - Zeno Moore (Lake Highland Prep) dec Joey Monticello (Hanover Park)  4-0

3rd Place - Brian Chamberlain (Wyoming Seminary) dec Cade Campbell (Nazareth)  4-2

5th Place - Drew Moro (Brecksville) dec Zane Leitzel (Archbishop Spalding)  4-1

7th Place - Matthew Arndt (Battlefield) dec Zachery Little (Summit, TN)  4-1

165 lbs

Championship - Melvin Miller (Bishop McCort) tech Josh Piparo (St. Peters Prep)  17-1

3rd Place - Arment Waltenbaugh (The Hill School) dec Lucas Boe (Lake Highland Prep)  5-1

5th Place - Billy Tyler (Brentsville) fall Morgan Schwarz (St. Joseph Metuchen)  4:49

7th Place - Ryan Gavrish (St. John Vianney) FFT Zack Aquila (Brecksville)

175 lbs

Championship - Santino Rodriguez (Don Bosco Prep) dec Jackson Angelo (Lake Highland Prep)  5-2SV

3rd Place - Noah Tucker (Bullis School) dec Jake Robie (Christiansburg)  10-7SV

5th Place - Nate Moore (Grassfield) dec Brock Frable (Southern Lehigh)  4-2

7th Place - Tyler Whitford (St. Joseph Metuchen) dec Anthony Verdi (St. Peters Prep)  7-2
 

190 lbs

Championship - Dom Sumpolec (Notre Dame-Green Pond) dec Salah Tsarni (Blair Academy)  8-4

3rd Place - Tanner Hodgins (Howell) dec Nevin Mattesich (Don Bosco Prep)  9-3

5th Place - Brayden Zuercher (Nazareth) dec Braeden Simoneaux (NY Military Academy)  4-0

7th Place - Alexander Reyes (Holmdel) dec Colton Bell (Lake Highland Prep)  4-1

215 lbs

Championship - Cash Colbert (Paul VI) dec Rocco Salerno (Seton Hall Prep)  7-2

3rd Place - Tyler Palumbo (Christian Brothers) dec Devin Downes (Plainedge)  10-4

5th Place - Connor Smalley (Notre Dame-Green Pond) dec Bradley DiMiglio (Malvern Prep)  9-3

7th Place - EJ German (Brecksville) fall Brian Bland (Fauquier)  :20

285 lbs

Championship - Lukas Zalota (Malvern Prep) dec Mateo Vinciguerra (Woodstown)  1-0

3rd Place - Cael Mielnik (Blair Academy) fall Isaiah Taylor (AIM Academy)  3:58

5th Place - Caleb Rodriguez (Bishop McCort) maj Christopher Funches (Grassfield)  8-0

7th Place - Noah Knorp (Notre Dame-Green Pond) dec Izaque Tomaz (Cox)  3-2UTB

Team Scores

1. Faith Christian Academy (PA) - 141

2. Blair Academy (NJ) - 129

3. Delbarton (NJ) - 122

4. Lake Highland Prep (FL) - 120

5. Malvern Prep (PA) - 112

6. Bishop McCort (PA) - 88.5

7. Wyoming Seminary (PA) - 85

8. Christian Brothers (NJ) - 80.5

9. Perrysburg (OH) - 72.5

10. Edmond North (OK) - 70

106 lbs 

Championship: Connor Maddox (Westfield, IN) dec Cohen Reer (Edison, OH)  9-6SV

Third Place: Lincoln Valdez (Pomona, CO) dec Jack Anello (Blair Academy, NJ)  2-1

Fifth Place: Niko Odiotti (Loyola Academy, IL) dec Max Quarry (Notre Dame-Green Pond, PA)  4-3

Seventh Place: Ace Chittum (Cleveland, TN) dec Onofre Gonzales (Ponderosa, CO)  1-0
 

113 lbs

Championship: Rylan Seacrist (Brecksville, OH) maj Justin Farnsworth (Malvern Prep, PA)  11-3

Third Place: Caleb Noble (Warren Township, IL) dec Jarreau Walker (Streetsboro, OH)  2-1

Fifth Place: Cason Craft (Coweta, OK) fall Turner Ross (Edmond North, OK)  2:48

Seventh Place: Loc Webber (Dublin Coffman, OH) fall Liam McGettigan (Lake Highland Prep, FL)  2:46

120 lbs

Championship: Dom Munaretto (St. Charles East, IL) dec Jovanni Tovar (Miami Southridge, FL)  13-11

Third Place: Mikey Batista (Blair Academy, NJ) dec Cam Sontz (Delbarton, NJ)  2-1TB

Fifth Place: Alex Rozas (Teurlings Catholic, LA) dec Case Bell (Brownsburg, IN)  4-2TB

Seventh Place: Liam Davis (Lake Highland Prep, FL) dec Brandon Bickerton (Highland, OH)  4-1SV
 

126 lbs

Championship: Grey Burnett (Perrysburg, OH) dec Paul Kenny (Christian Brothers, NJ)  4-2

Third Place: Nicholas Garcia (Marmion Academy, IL) dec Ignacio Villasenor (Stillwater, OK)  4-2

Fifth Place: Mikey Ruiz (Canyon Randall, TX) dec Tommy Wurster (Dublin Coffman, OH)  5-2

Seventh Place: Isaiah Jones (Bixby, OK) maj Nic Enzminger (Bismarck Legacy, ND)  12-2
 

132 lbs

Championship: Jayden Raney (Union County, KY) dec Nathan Rioux (Avon, IN)  8-3

Third Place: Vincenzo Anello (Blair Academy, NJ) dec Eric Casula (Stillwater, OK)  1-0

Fifth Place: Chris Noto (Honeoye Falls-Lima, NY) maj Jensen Boyd (Delta, IN)  14-1

Seventh Place: Stephen Myers (Parkersburg, WV) dec Zion Borge (Bixby, OK)  4-2
 

138 lbs

Championship: Karson Brown (St. Edward, OH) dec Israel Borge (Bixby, OK)  6-5TB

Third Place: Dale Corbin (Wyoming Seminary, PA) dec Keanu Dillard (Bethlehem Catholic, PA)  3-2TB

Fifth Place: Liston Seibert (Massillon Perry, OH) dec Garrison Weisner (Clay, OH)  4-1

Seventh Place: Evan Stanley (Lowell, IN) MedFFT Tyler Conroy (Malvern Prep, PA)
 

144 lbs

Championship: Jordyn Raney (Union County, KY) dec Tyler Dekraker (Lake Highland Prep, FL)  4-0

Third Place: Clinton Shepherd (Crown Point, IN) tech Robert Duffy (Christian Brothers, NJ)  15-0

Fifth Place: Matthew O’Neill (Malvern Prep, PA) maj Braylon Reynolds (Brownsburg, IN)  14-2

Seventh Place: Gavin Mangano (Shoreham-Wading River, NY) tech Miller Sipes (Staley, MO)  18-2

150 lbs

Championship: Bo Bassett (Bishop McCort, PA) maj Joe Bachmann (Faith Christian Academy, PA)  14-6

Third Place: Rocco Cassioppi (Hononegah, IL) dec Bentley Sly (Stuart W. Cramer, NC)  8-3

Fifth Place: Jason Dube (SPIRE Academy, OH) dec Colin Rutlin (Christian Brothers, MO)  2-1TB

Seventh Place: Tyler Traves (Mountain View, VA) dec Garrison Sartain (Edmond North, OK)  6-1SV
 

157 lbs

Championship: Wyatt Medlin (Washington, IL) dec Justus Heeg (Providence Catholic, IL)  2-1

Third Place: Zeno Moore (Lake Highland Prep, FL) dec Jake Miller (Broken Arrow, OK)  6-1

Fifth Place: Austin Paris (Layton, UT) dec Griffin LaPlante (St. Francis, NY)  7-2

Seventh Place: Justin Wardlow (Lockport, IL) dec Gabriel Ballard (Northampton, PA)  4-2

165 lbs

Championship: Jayden James (Delbarton, NJ) dec Melvin Miller (Bishop McCort, PA)  8-5SV

Third Place: Liam Kelly (Mount Carmel, IL) maj Bruno Cassioppi (Hononegah, IL)  13-2

Fifth Place:  Lucas Boe (Lake Highland Prep, FL) dec Zack Aquilla (Brecksville, OH)  4-1

Seventh Place: Titus Norman (Baylor School, TN) fall Barry Norman (Blair Academy, NJ)  4:51

175 lbs

Championship: Joey Jeter (Edmond North, OK) dec Nick Singer (Faith Christian Academy, PA)  6-4

Third Place: Brody Kelly (IC Catholic Prep, IL) dec Gabriel Logan (Delbarton)  6-5SV

Fifth Place: Brennan Warwick (Massillon Perry, OH) maj Luke Hamiti (Stillwater, OK)  10-1

Seventh Place: Ryan Meier (Blair Academy, NJ) fall Jackson Angelo (Lake Highland Prep, FL)  2:40

190 lbs

Championship: Michael White (Lawrence North, IN) maj CJ Betz (Delbarton, NJ)  14-6

Third Place: Jimmy Mastny (Marian Central Catholic, IL) dec Salah Tsarni (Blair Academy, NJ)  5-3

Fifth Place: Dominic Sumpolec (Notre Dame-Green Pond, PA) MedFFT Adam Waters (Faith Christian Academy, PA)

Seventh Place: Jaxon Penovich (St. Viator, IL) dec Frankie Pieffer (St. Edward, OH)  2-1
 

215 lbs

Championship: Maximus Konopka (Greens Farms Academy, CT) dec Cael Weidemoyer (Faith Christian Academy, PA)

Third Place: Cash Cooley (Allen, TX) dec Ceasar Salas (Crown Point, IN)  4-3

Fifth Place: Carter Brown (Lafayette, MO) MedFFT Xander Horak (Massillon Perry, OH)

Seventh Place: Daniel Hoke (Graham, OH) MedFFT Devin Downes (Plainedge, NY)

285 lbs

Championship: Mark Effendian (Faith Christian Academy, PA) dec Alex Taylor (Mount Vernon, OH)  5-2

Third Place: Lukas Zalota (Malvern Prep, PA) dec Isaiah Taylor (AIM Academy, PA)  2-1TB

Fifth Place: Kameron Hazelett (Lowell, IN) fall Trayvn Boger (South Summit, UT)  4:00

Seventh Place: Zayne Candelaria (Sunnyside, AZ) dec Cael Mielnik (Blair Academy, NJ)  4-2

2025 Walsh Ironman Semifinal Matchups

106 lbs

#8 Jack Anello (Blair Academy, NJ) vs. Cohen Reer (Edison, OH)

#3 Lincoln Valdez (Pomona, CO) vs. Connor Maddox (Westfield, IN)
 

113 lbs

#1 Rylan Seacrist (Brecksville, OH) vs. #4 Turner Ross (Edmond North, OK)

#3 Caleb Noble (Warren Township, IL) vs. #2 Justin Farnsworth (Malvern Prep, PA)
 

120 lbs

#1 Dom Munaretto (St. Charles East, IL) vs. #5 Mikey Batista (Blair Academy, NJ)

#3 Jovanni Tovar (Miami Southridge, FL) vs. #2 Cam Sontz (Delbarton, NJ)
 

126 lbs

#1 Paul Kenny (Christian Brothers, NJ) vs. #4 Ignacio Villasenor (Stillwater, OK)

#3 Nicholas Garcia (Marmion Academy, IL) vs. #2 Grey Burnett (Perrysburg, OH)
 

132 lbs

#1 Jayden Raney (Union County, KY) vs. #4 Vince Anello (Blair Academy, NJ)

Jensen Boyd (Delta, IN) vs. #2 Nathan Rioux (Avon, IN)
 

138 lbs

#1 Keanu Dillard (Bethlehem Catholic, PA) vs. #4 Karson Brown (St. Edward, OH)

#3 Dale Corbin (Wyoming Seminary, PA) vs. #2 Israel Borge (Bixby, OK)
 

144 lbs

#1 Jordyn Raney (Union County, KY) vs. #5 Matthew O’Neill (Malvern Prep, PA)

#3 Clinton Shepherd (Crown Point, IN) vs. #2 Tyler Dekraker (Lake Highland Prep, FL)
 

150 lbs

#1 Bo Bassett (Bishop McCort, PA) vs. #5 Bentley Sly (Stuart W. Cramer, NC)

#3 Rocco Cassioppi (Hononegah, IL) vs. #2 Joey Bachmann (Faith Christian Academy, PA)
 

157 lbs

#1 Wyatt Medlin (Washington, IL) vs. #4 Jake Miller (Broken Arrow, OK)

#3 Zeno Moore (Lake Highland Prep, FL) vs. #2 Justus Heeg (Providence Catholic, IL)
 

165 lbs

#1 Melvin Miller (Bishop McCort, PA) vs. #4 Bruno Cassioppi (Hononegah, IL)

#6 Liam Kelly (Mt. Carmel, IL) vs. #2 Jayden James (Delbarton, NJ)
 

175 lbs

#1 Nick Singer (Faith Christian Academy, PA) vs. #4 Gabe Logan (Delbarton, NJ)

#6 Brody Kelly (IC Catholic Prep, IL) vs. #2 Joey Jeter (Edmond North, OK)
 

190 lbs

#1 Adam Waters (Faith Christian Academy, PA) vs. #5 CJ Betz (Delbarton, NJ)

#6 Michael White (Lawrence North, IN) vs. #2 Jimmy Mastny (Marian Central Catholic, IL)
 

215 lbs

#1 Max Konopka (Greens Farms Academy, CT) vs. #5 Ceasar Salas (Crown Point, IN)

#6 Cash Cooley (Allen, TX) vs. #7 Cael Weidemoyer (Faith Christian Academy, PA)
 

285 lbs

#1 Mark Effendian (Faith Christian Academy, PA) vs. #4 Trayvn Boger (South Summit, UT)

#3 Kameron Hazelett (Lowell, IN) vs. #2 Alex Taylor (Mount Vernon, OH)

The 2025 Walsh Ironman is underway this morning. The stars of tomorrow are in action at the toughest in-season high school tournament in the nation. The wrestlers who make the podium in Ohio (and some that don’t) will be the same ones making an impact on the college scene, some as early as 2026-27. 

Of the 80 All-Americans from the 2025 NCAA Championships, 22 of them got on the Ironman podium at least once during their high school careers. Here are those placements:

125 lbs

Champion: Vincent Robinson (NC State) - 2x Placewinner (4th/2022, 1st/2021)

Runner-Up: Troy Spratley (Oklahoma State) - 1x Placewinner (3rd/2018)

3rd Place: Luke Lilledahl (Penn State) - 3x Placewinner (1st/2023, 1st/2022, 2nd/2021)

4th Place: Matt Ramos (Purdue) - 2x Placewinner (5th/2018, 7th/2017)
 

133 lbs

Champion: Lucas Byrd (Illinois) - 3x Placewinner (2nd/2018, 5th/2017, 2nd/2016)

4th Place: Zan Fugitt (Wisconsin) - 2x Placewinner (3rd/2022, 3rd/2021)
 

141 lbs

Runner-Up: Brock Hardy (Nebraska) - 1x Placewinner (1st/2017)

3rd Place: Beau Bartlett (Penn State) - 4x Placewinner (2nd/2019, 5th/2018, 3rd/2017, 1st/2016)
 

149 lbs

3rd Place: Shayne Van Ness (Penn State) - 1x Placewinner (1st/2018)

4th Place: Dylan D’Emilio (Ohio State) - 3x Placewinner (4th/2018, 4th/2016, 2nd/2015)

5th Place: Lachlan McNeil (North Carolina) - 2x Placewinner (1st/2019, 4th/2018)

6th Place: Ethan Stiles (Oregon State) - 1x Placewinner (1st/2022)
 

157 lbs

Runner-Up: Joey Blaze (Purdue) - 1x Placewinner (5th/2021)

3rd Place: Tyler Kasak (Penn State) - 1x Placewinner (1st/2021)

4th Place: Trevor Chumbley (Northwestern) - 1x Placewinner (7th/2018)
 

165 lbs

3rd Place: Peyton Hall (West Virginia) - 3x Placewinner (3rd/2019, 7th/2018, 7th/2017)
 

174 lbs

8th Place: Danny Wask (Navy) - 2x Placewinner (4th/2021, 8th/2018)
 

197 lbs

3rd Place: AJ Ferrari (CSU Bakersfield) - 2x Placewinner (1st/2018, 1st/2017)

6th Place: Stephen Little (Little Rock) - 1x Placewinner (5th/2021)

8th Place: Camden McDanel (Nebraska) - 1x Placewinner (2nd/2022)
 

285 lbs

3rd Place: Cohlton Schultz (Arizona State) - 4x Placewinner (1st/2018, 1st/2017, 2nd/2016, 2nd/2015)

5th Place: Owen Trephan (Lehigh) - 2x Placewinner (2nd/2018, 3rd/2017)

The Premier National League Fall Championships are set to take place November 1-2 at North Central College in Naperville, Illinois, and while the event is still accepting registrations through October 28th, one weight class has already emerged as a must-watch bracket. Being that this is the last national level event on the preseason schedule, the Junior 132-pound bracket could put on a show that reverberates through April.

Brady Collins from Askren Wrestling Academy in Wisconsin, Konner Larkin representing Valiant Prep out of Arizona, Maximus Hay also from AWA, and Lander Bosh from Sanderson Wrestling Academy will square off in what promises to be one of the most competitive weight classes of the weekend. With rankings spanning from #11 to #18 across different national ranking systems, this bracket has the potential to shake up the national landscape heading into the heart of the season.

Collins enters the tournament as the #11 ranked wrestler and brings serious credentials to the mat. He's wrestling up a weight class from Fargo, where he finished sixth at 126 pounds in the Junior division this past summer. That Fargo run included an incredible quarterfinal battle with Bosh, who has also moved up to 132 pounds for this event. The match showcased Collins' technical precision and tactical approach.

Unlike some wrestlers who rely on volume shooting, Collins is more selective with his attacks. When he decides to go, though, he almost always scores. My personal favorite of his attacks involves pushing the elbow across the body with his left hand while simultaneously picking the ankle with his right. It's a technique that requires strength, length, and impeccable timing. At the 45-second mark of his Fargo match with Bosh, you can see all three elements working in perfect harmony.

Konner Larkin, ranked #12, brings the classic Valiant Prep style to the bracket. If you've watched Valiant wrestlers compete, you know that means he's going to live on your legs and figure everything out once he gets there. His right-handed single leg is his weapon of choice, and once he elevates that leg off the mat, whether it's out the back door or up to his feet with your ankle tucked under his armpit, the likelihood of him scoring is extremely high. Larkin's scrambling ability and relentless leg attacks make him a dangerous opponent for anyone.

Maximus Hay rounds out the Askren Wrestling Academy contingent at #17. The senior from AWA may be built more for freestyle competition, as he uses the out-of-bounds line exceptionally well and possesses a double leg that can rack up points quickly. In a folkstyle tournament like PNL Fall Nationals, his success may hinge on the bracket seeding. If Hay lands on the same side as Larkin AND (that's a big ‘AND’) he can secure both legs with his double, he has a legitimate shot at pulling off an upset. However, he may face a tougher challenge against Collins, who stays in better defensive position and could neutralize Hay's offensive attacks.

Hay and Bosh had a wild one at Junior Duals this summer. The match stared as a 1-1 snoozefest, but then in the last 75seconds they rattled off 14 points. 

Lander Bosh is ranked #18, and headed to NC State next year. If Konner Larkin is the quintessential Valiant wrestler, Bosh is the quintessential Sanderson product. He hand fights from a collar tie really well, he can attack both of his opponent's legs from (seemingly) anywhere, and his pace is always impressive, no matter what time of the year it is. Bosh suffered a minor injury at Super 32 last week but has received medical clearance and confirmed his registration for the event. His addition to the bracket elevates an already elite field.

The stylistic matchups here are fascinating. Collins' selective but devastating attacks versus Larkin's high-volume leg game create an intriguing contrast. Hay's ability to score in bunches with his double leg adds another dimension to the bracket. And now with Bosh's relentless pace and ability to attack from anywhere, the tactical chess match becomes even more complex. The rematch potential between Collins and Bosh alone makes this bracket appointment viewing, but throw in Larkin's scrambling prowess and Hay's explosive offense, and you have a recipe for one of the most memorable brackets of the fall season.

As someone who enjoys the historical aspect of our sport, it was a must to be in Greensboro, North Carolina over the weekend for the latest edition of the Super 32. For a tournament that dates back to the 1990’s and has featured countless NCAA All-Americans, national champions, and even Olympic medalists, the Super 32 never had a wrestler win four championships at the high school level. Now there are two.

Bo Bassett and Taina Fernandez both dominated their way through Super 32 brackets over the weekend and won their fourth championship belt.

In her five bouts, Fernandez only was pushed past the two-minute mark on one occasion. She only allowed a single point while scoring 40 of her own.

Bassett made the finals after six straight tech falls. In the championship match, he defeated Penn commit, Charlie DeSena, via a 13-4 major decision. Two of Bassett’s titles have come over wrestlers that either already earned, or would go on to win, Super 32 titles themselves.

The tournament organizers were prepared in the event that Bassett and Fernandez would win their fourth titles and hand personalized statues made of the two competitors. While each was wrestling in the finals, the tournament stopped so that fans could direct the fullest extent of their attention to these young stars and their attempt at chasing history.

The girls portion of this tournament has only been in existence since 2017, so there isn’t as much history associated with that competition. But for Bassett to be the four-time, in today’s wrestling landscape is quite remarkable. The quality of wrestling and the readiness of young wrestlers is at a much higher level today compared to the early 2000’s.

This should be a high school season full of such milestones for Bassett. He is also on pace to win his fourth title at the Ironman and Powerade. Fernandez has another year of high school and could become the first wrestler to win five times at the Super 32. 

Congratulations to Bassett and Fernandez on their piece of history over the weekend. Also, kudos to the Super 32 staff on being aware of the potential for history at their event and making arrangements so that these wrestlers and their accomplishments are treated with the reverence and respect that they deserve.

106 lbs

Championship: Ariah Mills (Georgia) dec Kooper Deputy (Pennsylvania)  4-2

3rd Place: Michael Bernabe (California) dec Luke Loren (California)  6-2

5th Place: Thiago Silva (California) techNoah Watkins (Tennessee)  19-4

7th Place: Hudson Chittum (Tennessee) dec Connor Maddox (Indiana)  4-1

113 lbs

Championship: Jorje Rios (California) dec Sean Kenny (New Jersey)  2-1

3rd Place: Caleb Noble (Illinois) dec Keegan Bassett (Pennsylvania)   6-2

5th Place: Cody Clarke (Georgia) MedFFT Anthony Garza (California)

7th Place: Braiden Lotier (Pennsylvania) MedFFT Brayden Wenrich (Pennsylvania)

120 lbs

Championship: Rocklin Zinkin (California) Mason Jakob (Tennessee)  18-3

3rd Place: Johnathan McGinty (New Jersey) dec Jovanni Tovar (Florida)  3-2

5th Place: Alex Rozas (Louisiana) MedFFT Anthony Ryan (New York)

7th Place: Brock Rothermel (Pennsylvania) dec Nic Enzminger (South Dakota)  7-1

126 lbs

Championship: Antonio Mills (Georgia) dec Ignacio Villasenor (Oklahoma)  3-2TB

3rd Place: Joe Uhorchuk (Tennessee) maj Ellijah Collick(Maryland)  10-0

5th Place: Paul Ruiz (California) dec Sean Willcox (California)  4-2

7th Place: Braiden Weaver (Pennsylvania) dec Cael Floerchinger (Montana)  5-4
 

132 lbs

Championship: Moses Mendoza (California) dec Israel Borge (Missouri)  8-3

3rd Place: Dale Corbin (Wisconsin) dec Fred Bachmann (Pennsylvania)  4-0

5th Place: Shamus Regan (South Carolina) dec Chris Huerta (California)  1-0

7th Place: Slater Hicks (California) maj Deven Lopez (Colorado)  14-2

138 lbs

Championship: Tyler Dekraker (Florida) dec Sam Herring (Pennsylvania)  1-0

3rd Place: Gavin Mangano (New York) dec Dean Anderson (Arizona)  1-0

5th Place: Matthew Orbeta (California) maj Dawson Youngblut (Iowa)  12-4

7th Place: Camden Baum (Pennsylvania) Valentine Popadiuc (New Mexico)  8-6
 

144 lbs

Championship: Brandt Harer (Pennsylvania) dec Clinton Shepherd (Indiana)  4-0

3rd Place: Hunter Stevens (Wisconsin) dec Joseph Toscano (California)  5-3

5th Place: Ivan Arias (California) MedFFT Michael Romero (California)

7th Place: Tyler Traves (Virginia) dec Grayson Fuchs (Michigan)  4-2

150 lbs

Championship: Bo Bassett (Pennsylvania) maj Charlie DeSena (Florida)  13-4

3rd Place: Rocco Cassioppi (Illinois) fall Bentley Sly (North Carolina)  3:56

5th Place: Michael Turi (Pennsylvania) dec Mason Petersen (Nebraska)  6-1

7th Place: Brady Hand (Virginia) dec Joey Joyce (Rhode Island)  4-1SV
 

157 lbs

Championship: Justus Heeg (Illinois) over Matty Staples (Indiana)  7-0

3rd Place: Zeno Moore (Florida) dec Griffin LaPlante (New York)  4-0

5th Place: Cooper Rowe (Minnesota) dec Liam Kelly (Illinois)  4-0

7th Place: Jake Hughes (Ohio) MedFFT Josiah Sykes (Virginia)  

165 lbs

Championship: Melvin Miller (Pennsylvania) maj Maximus Dhabolt (Iowa)  16-6

3rd Place: Lucas Boe (Florida) dec Nadav Nafshi (Florida) 5-1

5th Place: Arment Waltenbaugh (Pennsylvania) maj Samuel Almedina (Pennsylvania)  10-0

7th Place: Liam Crook (Wisconsin) maj Jaelen Culp (South Carolina)  9-0

175 lbs

Championship: Waylon Cressell (Iowa) maj Jayden O’Farrill (Pennsylvania)  13-4

3rd Place: Mario Carini (California) fall Salah Tsarni (Maryland)  4:55

5th Place: Eli Leonard (Wisconsin) dec Brennan Warwick (Ohio)  7-2

7th Place: Santino Rodriguez (New Jersey) dec Gage Wentzel (Pennsylvania)  4-1

190 lbs

Championship: Jimmy Mastny (Illinois) maj William Ward (Minnesota)  14-4

3rd Place: Ryder Wilder (Georgia) dec Luke Ricketts (Kentucky)  1-0

5th Place: Michael White (Indiana) dec dec Alex Reyes (New Jersey)  12-9

7th Place: Devin Downes (New York) tech Ladd Holman (Utah)  19-3

215 lbs

Championship: Kal-El Fluckiger (Arizona) fall Kendahl Hoare (Pennsylvania)  3:20

3rd Place: Mick Moylan (California) fall Carter Brown (Missouri)  1:49

5th Place: Ceasar Salas (Indiana) dec Decker Bechtold (Pennsylvania)  8-3

7th Place: Peter Mocco (Florida) dec Colton Tupper (Pennsylvania)  4-2

285 lbs

Championship: Michael Mocco (Florida) tech Kameron Hazelett (Indiana)  20-4

3rd Place: Preston Wagner (Nebraska) dec Isaiah Taylor (Pennsylvania)  5-4

5th Place: Logan Tollison (Michigan) MedFFT Cael Leisgang (Wisconsin) 

7th Place: Zayne Candelaria (Arizona) dec Kaden Stitt (Iowa)  7-2

106 lbs

Ariah Mills (Georgia) maj Noah Watkins (Tennessee)  11-1

Luke Loren (California) dec Tyler Sweet (California)  5-1

Michael Bernabe (California) dec Thales Silva (California)  8-4

Kooper Deputy (Pennsylvania) tech Cache Williams (Oklahoma)  21-2

113 lbs

Sean Kenny (New Jersey) dec Anthony Garza (California)  5-1

Cody Clarke (Georgia) dec Brayden Wenrich (Pennsylvania)  8-7

Keegan Bassett (Pennsylvania) dec Liam Davis (Florida)  9-3

Jorje Rios (California) dec Erik Klichurov (Illinois)  5-1

120 lbs

Rocklin Zinkin (California) dec Jovanni Tovar (Florida)  12-6

Johnathan McGinty (New Jersey) dec Brock Rothermel (Pennsylvania)  4-1

Alex Rozas (Louisiana) dec Dunia Sibomana (New York)  5-3

Mason Jakob (Tennessee) maj Anthony Ryan (New York)  11-2

126 lbs

Antonio Mills (Georgia) dec Elijah Collick (Maryland)  4-1

Joe Uhorchuk (Tennessee) dec Mikey Ruiz (Texas)  1-0

Sean Willcox (California) dec Dom Deputy (Pennsylvania)  2-1

Ignacio Villasenor (Oklahoma) dec Miklo Hernandez (Minnesota)  10-3

132 lbs

Moses Mendoza (California) dec Shamus Regan (South Carolina)  7-3

Dale Corbin (Pennsylvania) dec Nathan Rioux (Indiana)  7-0

Freddy Bachmann (Pennsylvania) dec Chris Huerta (California)  4-2 

Israel Borge (Missouri) tech Deven Lopez (Colorado)  15-0

138 lbs

Tyler Dekraker (Florida) dec Dawson Youngblut (Iowa)  8-4

Dean Anderson (Arizona) dec Camden Baum (Pennsylvania)  4-1

Gavin Mangano (New York) dec Braylon Reynolds (Indiana)  10-3

Sam Herring (Pennsylvania) dec John Stewart (Alabama)  4-0

144 lbs

Brandt Harer (Pennsylvania) dec Tyler Traves (Virginia)  5-0

Michael Romero (California) dec Arseni Kikiniou (California)  7-2

Joseph Toscano (California) tech Samson McKissick Staley (New York)  16-0

Clinton Shepherd (Indiana) dec Grayson Fuchs (Michigan)  6-1

150 lbs

Bo Bassett (Pennsylvania) tech Brady Hand (Virginia)  19-4

Rocco Cassioppi (Illinois) maj Colin Rutlin (Missouri)  15-3

Mason Petersen (Nebraska) fallJoseph Joyce (Rhode Island)  5:34

Charlie DeSena (Florida) dec Michael Turi (Pennsylvania)  5-2

157 lbs

Matty Staples (Indiana) dec Josiah Sykes (Virginia)  6-5

Cooper Rowe (Minnesota) dec Liam Kelly (Illinois)  1-0

Justus Heeg (Illinois) decZachery Little (Tennessee)  5-1

Griffin LaPlante (New York) tech Billy Tyler (Virginia)  19-3

165 lbs

Melvin Miller (Pennsylvania) tech Liam Crook (Wisconsin)  17-2

Nadav Nafshi (Florida) dec David Perez (Rhode Island)  7-5

Arment Waltenbaugh (Pennsylvania) MedFFT Josh Piparo (New Jersey)  

Maximus Dhabolt (Iowa) maj Jaelen Culp (South Carolina)  16-5

175 lbs

Salah Tsarni (Maryland) maj Brennan Warwick (Ohio)  21-10

Jayden O’Farrill (Pennsylvania) dec  Isai Fernandez (California)  3-2

Mario Carini (California) dec Eli Leonard (Wisconsin)  4-2

Waylon Cressell (Iowa) tech Brock Oizerowitz (New Jersey)  19-3

190 lbs

Luke Ricketts (Kentucky) dec Alex Reyes (New Jersey)  6-2

William Ward (Minnesota) fall Ladd Holman (Utah)  1:28

Ryder Wilder (Georgia) dec Michael White (Indiana)  11-5

Jimmy Mastny (Illinois) tech Devin Downes (New York)  15-0

215 lbs

Ceasar Salas (Indiana) dec Cooper Roscosky (Pennsylvania)  9-5

Kendahl Hoare (Pennsylvania) dec Decker Bechtold (Pennsylvania)  8-7

Carter Brown (Missouri) fall Cael Dunn (North Carolina)  2:39

Kal-El Fluckiger (Arizona) dec Peter Mocco (Florida)  6-1

285 lbs

Michael Mocco (Florida) tech Zayne Candelaria (Arizona)  18-5

Cael Leisgang (Wisconsin) dec Logan Tollison (Michigan)  4-1

Preston Wagner (Nebraska) dec James Hartleroad (Indiana)  1-0

Kameron Hazelett (Indiana) dec Isaiah Taylor (Pennsylvania)  8-6

Super 32 Quarterfinals Matchups

106 lbs

Ariah Mills (Georgia) vs. Noah Watkins (Tennessee)

Luke Loren (California) vs. Tyler Sweet (California)

Michael Bernabe (California) vs. Thales Silva (California)

Kooper Deputy (Pennsylvania) vs. Cache Williams (Oklahoma)

113 lbs

Sean Kenny (New Jersey) vs. Anthony Garza (California)

Cody Clarke (Georgia) vs. Brayden Wenrich (Pennsylvania)

Keegan Bassett (Pennsylvania) vs. Liam Davis (Florida)

Erik Klichurov (Illinois) vs. Jorje Rios (California)

120 lbs

Rocklin Zinkin (California) vs. Jovanni Tovar (Florida)

Brock Rothermel (Pennsylvania) vs. Johnathan McGinty (New Jersey)

Alex Rozas (Louisiana) vs. Dunia Sibomana (New York)

Anthony Ryan (New York) vs. Mason Jakob (Tennessee)

126 lbs

Antonio Mills (Georgia) vs. Elijah Collick (Maryland)

Mikey Ruiz (Texas) vs. Joe Uhorchuk (Tennessee)

Dom Deputy (Pennsylvania) vs. Sean Willcox (California)

Miklo Hernandez (Minnesota) vs. Ignacio Villasenor (Oklahoma)

132 lbs

Moses Mendoza (California) vs. Shamus Regan (South Carolina)

Nathan Rioux (Indiana) vs. Dale Corbin (Pennsylvania)

Freddy Bachmann (Pennsylvania) vs. Chris Huerta (California)

Deven Lopez (Colorado) vs. Israel Borge (Missouri)

138 lbs

Tyler Dekraker (Florida) vs. Dawson Youngblut (Iowa)

Camden Baum (Pennsylvania) vs. Dean Anderson (Arizona)

Gavin Mangano (New York) vs. Braylon Reynolds (Indiana)

John Stewart (Alabama) vs. Sam Herring (Pennsylvania)

144 lbs

Brandt Harer (Pennsylvania) vs. Tyler Traves (Virginia)

Michael Romero (California) vs. Arseni Kikiniou (California)

Joseph Toscano (California) vs. Samson McKissick Staley (New York)

Grayson Fuchs (Michigan) vs. Clinton Shepherd (Indiana)

150 lbs

Bo Bassett (Pennsylvania) vs. Brady Hand (Virginia)

Colin Rutlin (Missouri) vs. Rocco Cassioppi (Illinois)

Joseph Joyce (Rhode Island) vs. Mason Petersen (Nebraska)

Charlie DeSena (Florida) vs. Michael Turi (Pennsylvania)

157 lbs

Josiah Sykes (Virginia) vs. Matty Staples (Indiana)

Cooper Rowe (Minnesota) vs. Liam Kelly (Illinois)

Justus Heeg (Illinois) vs. Zachery Little (Tennessee)

Billy Tyler (Virginia) vs. Griffin LaPlante (New York)

165 lbs

Melvin Miller (Pennsylvania) vs. Liam Crook (Wisconsin)

Nadav Nafshi (Florida) vs. David Perez (Rhode Island)

Josh Piparo (New Jersey) vs. Arment Waltenbaugh (Pennsylvania)

Jaelen Culp (South Carolina) vs. Maximus Dhabolt (Iowa)

175 lbs

Salah Tsarni (Maryland) vs. Brennan Warwick (Ohio)

Jayden O’Farrill (Pennsylvania) vs. Isai Fernandez (California)

Eli Leonard (Wisconsin) vs. Mario Carini (California)

Brock Oizerowitz (New Jersey) vs. Waylon Cressell (Iowa)

190 lbs

Luke Ricketts (Kentucky) vs. Alex Reyes (New Jersey)

William Ward (Minnesota) vs. Ladd Holman (Utah)

Ryder Wilder (Georgia) vs. Michael White (Indiana)

Devin Downes (New York) vs. Jimmy Mastny (Illinois)

215 lbs

Cooper Roscosky (Pennsylvania) vs. Ceasar Salas (Indiana)

Kendahl Hoare (Pennsylvania) vs. Decker Bechtold (Pennsylvania)

Cael Dunn (North Carolina) vs. Carter Brown (Missouri)

Peter Mocco (Florida) vs. Kal-El Fluckiger (Arizona)

285 lbs

Michael Mocco (Florida) vs. Zayne Candelaria (Arizona)

Logan Tollison (Michigan) vs. Cael Leisgang (Wisconsin)

Preston Wagner (Nebraska) vs. James Hartleroad (Indiana)

Isaiah Taylor (Pennsylvania) vs. Kameron Hazelett (Indiana)

A few weeks ago, we posted an article highlighting the ranked wrestlers who have already committed to wrestle at the next level and have registered to compete at the Super 32. Well, there’s been a ton of movement on the recruiting front since then, so we needed an update. There have been plenty of new commitments and a few flips in the interim. 

With so much talent headed to Greensboro, North Carolina for the tournament, it seems appropriate to look at the tournament from a collegiate perspective. Which squads have the most talent in the 2025 Super 32? We’ve combed through the entries and separated wrestlers via their future homes. The numbers next to a wrestler's name are their ranking within their respective recruiting class. 

Air Force

120 lbs: NR Jake Landis (Graham, OH)

126 lbs: NR Samuel Comes (Lakeway Christian, TN)

138 lbs: NR Vincent Rosas (Maize, KS) - Class of 2027

150 lbs: NR Bryce Palmer (Smithson Valley, TX)

165 lbs: #176 Arment Waltenbaugh (The Hill School, PA)

175 lbs: #8 Salah Tsarni (Blair Academy, NJ) - Class of 2027

175 lbs: NR Jackson Moffit (East Forsyth, GA)
 

American

138 lbs: NR Blake Boyer (Kennett, PA)

157 lbs: #40 Reagan Milheim (Warrior Run, PA)
 

Appalachian State

138 lbs: #238 Roman Belardo (Jefferson, GA)

144 lbs: #77 Bentley Sly (Stuart Cramer, NC)

144 lbs: #139 Brady Hand (Christiansburg, VA)

175 lbs: NR Jesse Adams (Parkersburg South, WV)

190 lbs: NR Deacon Moran (Ft. Zumwalt North, MO)
 

Arizona State

126 lbs: #72 Nico DeSalvo (Southeast Polk, IA) - Class of 2027

150 lbs: #148 Travis Cardenas (Chandler, AZ)

157 lbs: #58 Justin Wardlow (Lockport, IL)

215 lbs: #240 Kal-El Fluckiger (Valiant Prep, AZ)
 

Army West Point

120 lbs: #16 Joe Uhorchuk (Signal Mountain, TN)

120 lbs: #100 Cooper Merli (New York Military Academy, NY)

132 lbs: #47 Ashton Besmer (Buchanan, CA)

132 lbs: #101 Evan Sanati (Brentsville, VA)

144 lbs: #129 Maverick Beckwith (Norwich, NY) - Class of 2027

157 lbs: #169 Billy Tyler (Brentsville, VA)

165 lbs: NR Ryker Cox (Coxsackie-Athens, NY) - Class of 2027

215 lbs: #50 Cash Colbert (Paul VI, VA)
 

Ashland

157 lbs: NR Louden Dixon (West Holmes, OH)
 

Brown

132 lbs: NR Charlie Trujillo (Vandegrift, TX)

150 lbs: #45 Joey Joyce (Ponaganset, RI)
 

Bucknell

113 lbs: #60 Braiden Lotier (Bishop McDevitt, PA) - Class of 2027

132 lbs: NR Antonio Boni (Central Valley, PA)

150 lbs: #164 Hudson Hohman (Grove City, PA)

157 lbs: #198 Brian Chamberlain (Wyoming Seminary, PA)
 

Buffalo

126 lbs: #235 Braiden Weaver (Altoona, PA)

126 lbs: NR Cullen Edwards (St. Francis, NY)

144 lbs: #217 Anthony DePaul (Delsea, NJ)

150 lbs: NR Emmett Logan (Lowell, MA)

165 lbs: NR Rory White (St. Francis, NY)

215 lbs: NR Cooper Roscosky (Kiski Area, PA)
 

California Baptist

126 lbs: NR Carlos Melgoza (Kingsburg, CA)

165 lbs: #59 Kalob Ybarra (Pomona, CO)

175 lbs: #236 Max Wirnsberger (Warrior Run, PA)
 

Cal Poly

120 lbs: NR Zack Samano (Chino, CA) - Class of 2027

132 lbs: NR Zaydrien Hernandez (St. John Bosco, CA)

150 lbs: NR Sergio Gomez (St. John Bosco, CA) - Class of 2027

285 lbs: NR Troy Ceja (Pitman, CA)
 

Chattanooga

113 lbs: #167 Tanner Tran (Father Ryan, TN)

138 lbs: #225 John Stewart (Scottsboro, AL)
 

Central Missouri

126 lbs: NR Bryson Rockers (Paola, KS)
 

Clarion

175 lbs: NR Ethan Secoy (Columbus, GA)

175 lbs: NR Tyler Whitford (St. Joseph Metuchen, NJ)
 

Colorado School of Mines

144 lbs: NR Cooper Smith (Steubenville, OH)
 

Columbia

150 lbs: Will Sakoutis (Christian Brothers, NJ)

165 lbs: Ryan Gavrish (St. John Vianney, NJ) - Class of 2027
 

Cornell

138 lbs: #68 Tommy Verrette (Edmond North, OK)

144 lbs: #22 Joe Toscano (Buchanan, CA)

144 lbs: #97 Tyler Traves (Mountain View, VA)

144 lbs: #163 Samson McKissick-Staley (Pittsford Mendon, NY)

150 lbs: #82 Michael Turi (Wyoming Seminary, PA)

175 lbs: #144 Santino Rodriguez (Don Bosco Prep, NJ)
 

Davidson

138 lbs: NR Cody Trevino (Bettendorf, IA)
 

Drexel

165 lbs: NR Tyson Seesholtz (South Range, OH)
 

Ferrum

126 lbs: NR Carson Miller (Cox, VA)
 

George Mason

120 lbs: NR Scotty Fuller (Genoa, OH)

150 lbs: #247 Jeffrey Huyvaert (New Prairie, IN)
 

Harvard

138 lbs: #141 Nathan Braun (Bergen Catholic, NJ)
 

Illinois

157 lbs: #130 Liam Kelly (Mt. Carmel, IL)

Indiana

120 lbs: #211 Peyton Schoettle (Roncalli, IN)

150 lbs: #162 Tommy Gibbs (Brownsburg, IN)
 

Iowa

144 lbs: #154 Owen McMullen (Bishop McCort, PA)

150 lbs: #3 Sonny Amato (Rumson-Fair Haven, NJ) - Class of 2027

285 lbs: #12 Michael Mocco (Cardinal Gibbons, FL)
 

Iowa State

138 lbs: NR Valentine Popadiuc (St. Pius X, NM)

190 lbs: #30 Jimmy Mastny (Marian Central, IL) - Class of 2027
 

Lehigh

132 lbs: #19 Keanu Dillard (Bethlehem Catholic, PA)

285 lbs: #15 Dean Bechtold (Owen J. Roberts, PA)
 

Little Rock

126 lbs: #65 Justyce Zuniga (Gilroy, WA)

138 lbs: #250 DJ Clarke (Buford, GA)

144 lbs: #159 Ivan Arias (Buchanan, CA)

157 lbs: NR Mason Wagner (Faith Christian Academy, PA)

165 lbs: NR Shane Wagner (Faith Christian Academy, PA)
 

Lock Haven

132 lbs: NR Christopher Noto (Honeoye Falls-Lima, NY)
 

Lynchburg

120 lbs: NR Emmons Tewalt (Hanover, VA)
 

Mary

120 lbs: #139 Nic Enzminger (Legacy, ND)

132 lbs: NR Joey Enzminger (Legacy, ND)
 

Maryland

132 lbs: #71 Liston Seibert (Massillon Perry, OH)

157 lbs: #243 Bradley Williams (Spain Park, AL)

165 lbs: NR Josh Piparo (St. Peter’s Prep, NJ) - Class of 2027

215 lbs: #76 Devin Downes (Plainedge, NY)

285 lbs: #177 Mateo Vinciguerra (Woodstown, NJ)
 

Mercyhurst

120 lbs: NR Brett Crawford (St. Anthony’s, NY)

215 lbs: NR Julian Burgett (Fishers, IN)

215 lbs: NR Zachary Caldwell (St. Francis, NY)
 

Michigan

132 lbs: #14 Moses Mendoza (Gilroy, CA)

138 lbs: #149 Bodie Abbey (Hartland, MI)

157 lbs: #18 Blake Cosby (Dundee, MI)
 

Michigan State

132 lbs: #111 Nicholas Sorrow (Hudson, MI)
 

Minnesota

120 lbs: #75 Drake Vombaur (Severance, CO) - Class of 2027

120 lbs: #121 Titan Friederichs (Watertown-Mayer, MN)

120 lbs: NR Joel Friederichs (Watertown-Mayer, MN)

132 lbs: #79 Mason Carlson (Syracuse, UT)

138 lbs: #25 Tyler Dekraker (Lake Highland Prep, FL)

157 lbs: #93 Cooper Rowe (Westonka, MN)

190 lbs: #91 John Murphy (St. Michael-Albertville, MN)
 

Missouri

113 lbs: #124 Teequavious Mills (Athens Christian, GA)

138 lbs: #115 Zion Borge (Westlake, MO)

190 lbs: NR Trey Craig (Christian Brothers, MO)

215 lbs: #60 Cash Cooley (Allen, TX)
 

Navy

120 lbs: #226 Sam Wolford (Northern Lebanon, PA)

132 lbs: #212 Nathan Attisano (Legacy Christian Academy, OH)

144 lbs: NR Collier Hartman (Canon McMillan, PA)

165 lbs: #74 Jon Smith (Oxford Area, PA) - Class of 2027

165 lbs: #189 McKaden Speece (Wilson, PA)

165 lbs: NR Jack Chamberlain (Malvern Prep, PA) - Class of 2027
 

NC State

126 lbs: #42 Dom Deputy (Chestnut Ridge, PA)

126 lbs: #98 Lander Bosh (Layton, UT)

126 lbs: #171 Sean Willcox (St. John Bosco, CA)

157 lbs: #84 Griffin LaPlante (St. Francis, NY)

157 lbs: #104 Lorenzo Alston (Uwharrie Charter, NC)
 

Nebraska

150 lbs: #42 Mac Crosson (Indianola, IA) - Class of 2027

150 lbs: #146 Davis Parrow (Farmington, MN)

150 lbs: #186 Mason Petersen (Columbus, NE)
 

North Carolina

120 lbs: #48 Dunia Sibomana (Long Beach, NY)

157 lbs: NR Ben Ziola (Skutt Catholic, NE) - Class of 2027

165 lbs: #65 Steel Meyers (Allen, TX) - Class of 2027

175 lbs: NR Ronin Gault (Lake Highland Prep, FL)

190 lbs: #113 Lincoln Jipp (Bettendorf, IA)
 

Northern Iowa

157 lbs: #136 Declan Koch (Neenah, WI)

175 lbs: #53 Waylon Cressell (Janesville, IA)

190 lbs: NR Keaton Moeller (Starmont, IA)
 

Northwestern

113 lbs: #222 Liam Davis (Lake Highland Prep, FL)

126 lbs: #26 Will Detar (Trinity, PA)

190 lbs: #28 Ryder Wilder (Camden County, GA)

190 lbs: NR Peter Snyder (Stephen Decatur, MD)
 

NYU

215 lbs: NR Rocco Salerno (Seton Hall Prep, NJ)
 

Ohio State

120 lbs: #9 Dom Munaretto (St. Charles East, IL)

126 lbs: #11 Antonio Mills (Athens Christian, GA)
 

Oklahoma

120 lbs: #33 Johnathan McGinty (St. Joseph Regional, NJ)

126 lbs: #87 Mikey Ruiz (Randall, TX)

126 lbs: NR Eric Casula (Stillwater, OK)

144 lbs: #137 Christian Jelle (Grand Rapids, MN)

157 lbs: NR Will Deutschlander (Edmond North, OK)

175 lbs: #41 Mason Ontiveros (Pitman, CA)

190 lbs: #195 Carter Vannest (Pitman, CA)
 

Oklahoma State

120 lbs: #30 Rocklin Zinkin (Buchanan, CA)

126 lbs: #23 Ignacio Villasenor (Stillwater, OK) - Class of 2027

190 lbs: #39 Michael White (Lawrence North, IN)
 

Oregon State

165 lbs: #52 Travis Grace (Gilroy, CA)
 

Penn

132 lbs: #140 Anthony DiAndrea (Watchung Hills, NJ)

150 lbs: #153 Charlie DeSena (Lake Highland Prep, FL)

157 lbs: #142 Gus Cardinal (Valiant Prep, AZ)

157 lbs: NR Ezra Swisher (Bellefonte, PA)

190 lbs: #166 CJ Betz (Delbarton, NJ)
 

Penn State

120 lbs: #4 Landon Sidun (Norwin, PA) - Class of 2027

138 lbs: #13 Gavin Mangano (Shoreham-Wading River, NY) - Class of 2027

138 lbs: #24 Sam Herring (Bishop McCort, PA)
 

Pittsburgh

165 lbs: #76 Mason Horwat (Derry Area, PA) - Class of 2027

190 lbs: #51 Caige Horak (Massillon Perry, OH) - Class of 2027

190 lbs: #120 Hunter Snyder (Greater Latrobe, PA) - Class of 2027
 

Princeton

144 lbs: #152 George Dennis (Harrison County, KY)

150 lbs: #126 Jackson Weller (Delran, NJ) - Class of 2027
 

Purdue

132 lbs: #74 Nathan Rioux (Avon, IN)

138 lbs: #31 Camden Baum (Bishop McDevitt, PA)

138 lbs: #66 Zach Stewart (Marmion Academy, IL)

138 lbs: #99 Drake Hooiman (SLAM Academy, NV)

150 lbs: #112 Parker Reynolds (Brownsburg, IN)

190 lbs: #70 Brady Brown (Derry Area, PA) - Class of 2027
 

Roanoke

165 lbs: NR Cole Wilson (Paul VI, VA)
 

Rutgers

144 lbs: #10 Brandt Harer (Montgomery, PA)

190 lbs: #135 Alex Reyes (Holmdel, NJ)
 

SIU Edwardsville

113 lbs: NR Austin Brown (Hannibal, MO)

138 lbs: #229 Kiernan Mienk (Creighton Prep, NE)
 

South Dakota State

120 lbs: NR Cole Caniglia (Creighton Prep, NE) - Class of 2027

190 lbs: #241 Riley Johnson (Skutt Catholic, NE)

Stanford

120 lbs: #126 Julian Rios (Phillips Andover, MA)

120 lbs: NR Cameron Jackson (Kennedy, CA)

126 lbs: #157 Siraj Sidhu (Clovis North, CA)

138 lbs: #116 Kai Vielma (Connellsville, PA) - Class of 2027

157 lbs: #20 Zeno Moore (Lake Highland Prep, FL)
 

Utah Valley

120 lbs: NR Thunder Beard (Central Dauphin, PA)

175 lbs: NR Chris Dennis (Central Bucks West, PA)

285 lbs: NR Elijah Schunke (Brandon Valley, SD)
 

Virginia

120 lbs: #120 Alexander Pierce (Iowa City West, IA)

165 lbs: #69 Liam Crook (Kaukauna, WI)

165 lbs: #108 Jaelen Culp (Indian Trail, SC)

190 lbs: NR Will Etu (Stafford, VA)

285 lbs: NR Preston Wagner (Fremont, NE)
 

Virginia Tech

120 lbs: #38 Alex Rozas (Teurlings Catholic, LA)

150 lbs: #2 Bo Bassett (Bishop McCort, PA)

165 lbs: #1 Melvin Miller (Bishop McCort, PA) - Class of 2027

165 lbs: NR Blake Jacobson (Greens Farms Academy, CT/VA) 

190 lbs: #37 Jonathan Rocha (Clovis North, CA)
 

VMI

132 lbs: NR Jared Goodson (Poquoson, VA)

138 lbs: NR Chris LaLonde (Roosevelt, CO)

144 lbs: NR EJ Sheeran (Pitman, CA)
 

West Virginia

120 lbs: #125 Mason Jakob (Dobyns Bennett, TN)

150 lbs: NR Dominic Way (Parkersburg, WV) - Class of 2027

175 lbs: #88 Gage Wentzel (Montoursville, PA)

175 lbs: #199 Brennan Warwick (Massillon Perry, OH)
 

Wisconsin

144 lbs: #147 Hunter Stevens (Mount Horeb, WI)

144 lbs: NR Cade Aaberg (Oregon, WI) - Class of 2027

175 lbs: #183 Eli Leonard (Mount Horeb, WI)
 

Wyoming

138 lbs: #86 Derek Barrows (Pomona, CO) 

138 lbs: NR Blake Bartos (Medina Buckeye, OH)

144 lbs: #43 Austin Paris (Layton, UT)

150 lbs: #175 Dom Wilson (Rockwall, TX)

165 lbs: NR Kyler Walters (Shakopee, MN)

Who’s #1 Girls High School Results

100 lbs: Ryleigh Sturgill (Tennessee) over Bella Manno (New Jersey)  9-4

110 lbs: Kayla Batres (Connecticut) over Sophia Marie Gonzales (California)  10-0

130 lbs: Landri Von Gonten (Texas) over Taina McGowan (New Jersey)  16-3

170 lbs: Kaili Manuel (Michigan) over Autumn Elsbury (Iowa)  10-0

115 lbs: Taylor Whiting (Wisconsin) over Reagan Mathers (Arizona)  7-6

140 lbs: Riley Hanrahan (Wisconsin) over Nora Akpan (Minnesota)  17-12

155 lbs: Ella Poalillo (New Jersey) over Janiya Johnson (Tennessee)  9-2

125 lbs: Caley Graber (Minnesota) over Emma Bacon (Pennsylvania)  13-6

105 lbs: Jaclyn Bouzakis (Pennsylvania) over Hailey Delgado (Texas)  10-0

145 lbs: Violette Lasure (Pennsylvania) over Eve Skrocki (Iowa)  Fall :46

135 lbs: Taina Fernandez (Maryland) over Morgan Lucio (Arizona)  10-0

120 lbs: Everest Leydecker (Arizona) over Epenesa Elison (California)  9-6

Who’s #1 Boys High School Results

165 lbs: Melvin Miller (Pennsylvania) maj Maximus Dhabolt (Iowa)  19-8

120 lbs: Rocklin Zinkin (California) fall Dom Munaretto (Illinois)  3:57

126 lbs: Antonio Mills (Georgia) dec Paul Kenny (New Jersey)  7-6

157 lbs: Camryn Howard (New York) dec Wyatt Medlin (Illinois)  7-6

190 lbs: Adam Waters (Pennsylvania) dec Tanner Hodgins (New Jersey)  4-2

106 lbs: Ariah Mills (Georgia) maj Turner Ross (Oklahoma)  11-1

175 lbs: Nick Singer (Pennsylvania) dec Joey Jeter (Oklahoma)  12-5

138 lbs: Tyler Dekraker (Virginia) dec Kellen Wolbert (Wisconsin)  4-3

132 lbs: Jayden Raney (Kentucky) fall Moses Mendoza (California)  Fall 6:02

120 lbs: Landon Sidun (Pennsylvania) maj Rocklin Zinkin (California)  13-4

285 lbs: Coby Merrill (California) dec Michael Mocco (Florida)  4-1

150 lbs: Bo Bassett (Pennsylvania) InjDef Jordyn Raney (Kentucky)

Tonight, the eyes of the high school wrestling world turn to Iowa for IA Wrestle's annual Night of Conflict, an event that pits the state's finest against premier talent from across the nation. While the card is stacked, the 111 pound bracket offers a compelling preview of the future of the lighter weight classes in the years to come. A three man gauntlet featuring two world medalists and a Fargo champ will unfold.

The night will kick off with a highly anticipated premier matchup between Mike "MJ" Rundell and Diego Robertty. The winner of this bout will earn the right to face U17 World Champion Keegen Bassett in the main event.

Mike Rundell, currently ranked #4 in the nation at 106 pounds, enters the contest with a formidable resume. A 2025 U17 World bronze medalist in Greco Roman, Rundell is known for his relentless pressure and tactical prowess. While his greatest success has come in Greco, his length and size could present significant challenges for opponents in the top and bottom positions of a Folkstyle match. His style is built on forcing opponents out of position, often using a punishing two on one tie up to control the mat. His tenacity was on full display at the U17 World Championships, where he battled back from a 6 to 0 deficit to win his bronze medal match, a performance that earned him USA Wrestling Athlete of the Week honors. Fans can get a glimpse of his Greco Roman expertise in this dominant performance.

Across the mat stands Diego Robertty, ranked #26 nationally and eager to jump in the rankings. While Rundell has the greco world medal, Robertty is no stranger to upperbody wrestling. Robertty secured a tech on the big stage at Fargo this summer with a 10-2 victory over Utah's Blake Mauch. While greco doesn't always translate to Freestyle/Folkstyle success, Robertty does a good job of keeping his leg attacking opponents off guard by ripping lefty head locks like this.

Wrestling is in Robertty's blood; his father, Ricardo Robertty, represented Venezuela at the 2011 World Championships, where he advanced to the semifinals before falling to the legendary Jordan Burroughs in a memorable match. The key question tonight will be how Robertty's explosive, Freestyle oriented attacks translate against Rundell's size and mat wrestling in a Folkstyle setting.

Waiting for the victor is the #3 ranked wrestler in the country, Keegen Bassett. A 2025 U17 World Champion in Freestyle, Bassett has already proven he can perform under the brightest lights. His confidence is backed by a relentless work ethic and a devastating offensive arsenal. He captured his world title with authority, securing a pin in the finals against his Iranian opponent, which can be seen in this clip from the world championships.

Adding to the drama, Bassett and Rundell have a history. The two met in the finals of the USAW Central Regional, where Bassett secured a decisive 10 to 0 technical fall. While that match was in Freestyle, it adds a compelling narrative to a potential rematch tonight. Can Rundell close the gap in a Folkstyle bout, or will Bassett prove his dominance once again?

Sunday's Journeymen Fall Classic in Schenectady, New York promises to deliver fireworks across multiple weight classes, but none more explosive than the loaded 113 pound division. What we're witnessing isn't just a tournament bracket; it's a preview of the future of American wrestling at the lighter weights

The depth at this weight class reads like a who's who of prep wrestling royalty. Xavier Seabury, Chase Dubuque, Anthony Curlo, Jake Benyo, Paden Alyea, and Reid Grandmason headline a field that could legitimately produce six different champions on any given day. 

Each brings unique credentials and proven ability to perform under pressure.

The Frontrunner

Xavier Seabury of North Babylon enters Sunday as the wrestler to beat. His US Open National Championship at U15 Freestyle, where he dominated elite competition, represents the most impressive individual achievement in this loaded field. While freestyle and folkstyle present different challenges, a Fargo-level championship carries tremendous weight in assessing elite talent.

The New York freshman's technical arsenal translates perfectly between wrestling styles, and his Section 11 championship proves his folkstyle credentials remain elite. His victory over Paden Alyea at Fargo showcased his ability to score consistently against top competition, though the 11-2 result requires context. 

Nine of his eleven points came from stepouts, non-controlled exposures, a step-over leg laces, and feet-to-back takedowns out of bounds. While these scoring opportunities won't exist in Sunday's folkstyle event, Seabury's underlying technical ability and competitive drive remain formidable.

His consistent national rankings and ability to peak for major tournaments make him the logical favorite entering Schenectady.

The Physical Advantage

Chase Dubuque represents perhaps the most dangerous wrestler in the bracket, and his physical maturity sets him apart in a significant way. As a senior competing at 113 pounds, Dubuque brings a level of physical development that carries tremendous weight at this level. 

The Delran, New Jersey product's strength and conditioning advantages become magnified against younger competition.

What makes Dubuque particularly dangerous is his southpaw attack. As one of the pure lefties in the field, he presents unique challenges that many opponents rarely face. His ability to score from the outside with a lefty swing single creates constant threat, while his lefty high crotch provides close-quarters offense. These techniques, refined through his Fargo Junior Freestyle All-American experience, give him multiple pathways to points against any opponent.

His NJ high school record includes quality victories over nationally-ranked opponents, and his recent performances suggest he's hitting peak form at the perfect time. The combination of physical maturity, technical versatility, and championship experience makes him a legitimate threat to emerge from this loaded field.

The Blair Effect

Anthony Curlo brings the pedigree and training that comes with representing perennial powerhouse Blair Academy. The New Jersey prep school has a long history of producing some of the best young talent in the country, and Curlo exemplifies the technical precision and tactical awareness that defines Blair wrestling.

What sets Curlo apart is his positional wrestling and defensive awareness. He holds position exceptionally well and relies on his Blair training to avoid coming out of position and giving up meaningless points. This defensive foundation was on full display in his NHSCA finals appearance against Jake Benyo, where only one point was scored in the entire match. Interestingly, that lone point came when Curlo made the tactical decision to cut Benyo loose for an escape in the second period, demonstrating the calculated risk-taking.

The daily training environment at Blair, facing elite competition in practice, provides preparation that should serve him well against this loaded field.

The Eastern PA Grinder

Jake Benyo of West Scranton embodies everything that makes eastern Pennsylvania wrestling legendary. The stereotypical eastern PA wrestler, Benyo's cross wrist tilts are absolutely elite, as demonstrated in his performance against Vincenzo Mannello where his top prowess was on full display.

His NHSCA Freshman National Championship victory over Anthony Curlo tells a fascinating story of tactical wrestling. The only point scored came when Curlo cut Benyo loose for an escape in the second period, meaning Benyo's ability to neutralize Curlo's offense and force that tactical decision proved decisive. This type of grinding, positional wrestling exemplifies the eastern PA style that has produced countless champions.

The Pennsylvania sophomore's training at Mat Assassins Wrestling Club has refined his natural grinding ability into a complete skill set. His cross wrist tilts provide a constant threat from top position, while his defensive awareness and ability to win low-scoring matches make him dangerous against any style of wrestler.

The Multi-Style Master

Paden Alyea's dual-style state championships in both freestyle and Greco demonstrate technical versatility that makes him dangerous in any format. The Skyline High School junior's victory over Anthony Curlo at the America's Cup Fall Duals proved his ability to score consistently against elite competition.

His dominant 10-0 tech over the number one seed at Fargo showcased the offensive firepower that makes him dangerous in any bracket. While his loss to Seabury in freestyle competition might raise questions, the format differences and his proven folkstyle credentials suggest Sunday could produce different results.

The Perfect Foundation

Reid Grandmason's undefeated freshman season and New Hampshire state championship represent the type of consistent excellence that often translates to breakthrough performances at national events. 

The Exeter High School product's perfect record demonstrates both technical proficiency and the mental approach necessary for sustained success.

His regular participation in national-level tournaments provides the experience base necessary to compete with this elite field, while his youth suggests significant upside potential.

The Format Factor

Sunday's folkstyle format creates fascinating strategic considerations for wrestlers accustomed to competing across multiple styles. The emphasis on control, riding time, and traditional takedowns favors wrestlers with strong positional awareness and grinding ability. This could particularly benefit wrestlers like Curlo, whose Blair Academy training emphasizes positional control and avoiding unnecessary risks.

The absence of freestyle's step-out and exposure scoring removes some weapons from wrestlers like Seabury, while potentially favoring the grinding, positional style that characterizes elite folkstyle wrestling. Dubuque's lefty attack becomes even more valuable in folkstyle, where opponents have less time to adjust and adapt.

Championship Implications

What makes this bracket particularly compelling is its preview of the future 106-pound landscape. Many of these wrestlers have the ability to drop down for the postseason, making Sunday's results a potential roadmap for state tournaments and beyond. The head-to-head results and stylistic matchups provide crucial data points for coaches and wrestlers preparing for championship season.

Dubuque's physical advantages as a junior could become even more pronounced at 106 pounds, while Seabury's technical ability and championship experience translate to any weight class. The Blair Academy system that has shaped Curlo's approach will be tested against diverse styles and backgrounds.

The Verdict

The Journeymen Fall Classic has consistently produced breakthrough performances and established new hierarchies within weight classes. Sunday's 113-pound bracket possesses all the ingredients for another classic chapter in the tournament's storied history.

With Seabury's championship pedigree leading the way, Dubuque's physical and technical advantages creating intrigue, and proven competitors like Curlo bringing elite program training, Sunday's 113 pound division promises to deliver the type of elite competition that defines championship wrestling. The future of 106 pounds will be on full display in Schenectady.

Team Race

1. Iowa  138

2. Washington 94

2. Idaho 94

2. Utah  94

4. Pennsylvania  94

6. California  87

6. Illinois 87

8. Ohio  76

9. Wisconsin  74

9. Missouri  74

Championship Finals

88 lbs - Ty Martin (Iowa) over Cyrus Millage (Iowa)  9-0

94 lbs - Miro Parr-Coffin (Washington) over Cody Bakhsh (Delaware)  9-0

100 lbs -Wyatt Dannegger (Missouri) over Alexander Hall (Missouri)  8-0

106 lbs - Diego Robertty (Iowa) over Blake Mauch (Utah)  10-2

113 lbs - Kacen Jones (Utah) over Zachary Donalson (Arkansas)  9-0

120 lbs - Ryder Owen (Washington) over Tommy Wurster (Ohio)  11-0

126 lbs - Robert Ruscitti (Illinois) over Cooper Mathews (Colorado)  5-4

132 lbs - Gage Bjerga (Minnesota) over Blake Nevils (Idaho)  10-2

138 lbs - Caden Yanarella (Pennsylvania) over Mihai Necula (Georgia)  8-0

144 lbs - Gideon Gonzalez (New Jersey) over Hayden Reuter (Alaska)  5-4

150 lbs - Gregory Torosian (California) over Colin Rutlin (Missouri)  3-1

157 lbs - Asher Bacon (Pennsylvania) over Kayden Hanlon (Nevada)  5-1

165 lbs - Harrison Smith (Nevada) over Braylon Stewart (Louisiana)  Fall 1:26

175 lbs - Ivan Ivanov (Idaho) over Tate Sailer (North Dakota)  8-0

190 lbs - Peter Mocco (Florida) over Will Etu (Virginia)  12-3

215 lbs - Gage Ponton (Idaho) over Xander Horak (Ohio)  7-3

285 lbs - Lucas Feuerbach (Iowa) over Rhodes Molenda (Oklahoma)  Fall :54

Third Place Bouts

88 lbs - Leo Murillo (Pennsylvania) over Aiden Rosewarne (California)  9-0

94 lbs - Jack Thrush (Arizona) over Dominic DeMarco (Illinois)  9-0

100 lbs - AJ Woerpel (Wisconsin) over Garrett Bjerga (Minnesota)  8-5

106 lbs - Arav Pandey (California) over Holten Crane (Idaho)  8-0

113 lbs - Ray Long (Illinois) over Greysen Packer (Idaho)  8-0

120 lbs - Corey Brown (Maryland) over Weston Porter (Iowa)  8-0

126 lbs - Trestin Houck (Alaska) over Jaxsen Bailey (Connecticut)  Fall 1:12

132 lbs - Reza Massjouni (Virginia) over Thomas Banas (Illinois)  14-11

138 lbs - Cael Humphrey (California) over Riker Ohearon (Utah)  13-2

144 lbs - Hunter Gordon (Texas) over Diego Valdiviezo (California)  3-0

150 lbs - Dayton Fitzgibbon (Washington) over Thunder Page (Kansas)  10-0

157 lbs - Emerson Tjaden (Kansas) over Kaleb Griffin (Nebraska)  10-2

165 lbs - Max Harris (Kansas) over Preston Burroughs (Massachusetts)  Fall 1:09

175 lbs - Duane Leslie (Washington) over Shepard Stephens (Utah)  Fall :57

190 lbs - Carter Lester (Ohio) over Braylen Bieber (California)  2-1

215 lbs - Elliot Havlish (Wisconsin) over Bruno Pallone (Montana)  12-8

285 lbs - Jaden Wesley Rakestraw (Georgia) over Leland Day (Colorado)  12-2

Fifth Place Bouts

88 lbs - Caleb Heyder (Utah) over Parker Wingen (South Dakota)  8-0

94 lbs - Xander Webber (Ohio) over Rylan Sandoval (Oklahoma)  7-4

100 lbs - Jantz Greenhalgh (Utah) over Derik Kiefer (Georgia)  11-2

106 lbs - Colton Wyller (Illinois) over Tristan Pino (Colorado)  11-9

113 lbs - Jeremy Carver (Indiana) over Lazarus McEwen (Washington)  6-6

120 lbs - Anthony Valls (New York) over Aiden Jalajel (Oklahoma)  9-5

126 lbs - Abraham Coronado (Nevada) over Martez Sheard (Wisconsin)  9-1

132 lbs - Bryson Burton (Oklahoma) over Alex Gau (Minnesota)  18-7

138 lbs - Jack Simpson (Colorado) over Jake Nieto (New York)  8-0

144 lbs - Alexander Penzkover (Wisconsin) over Isaac Conner (Oregon)  9-0

150 lbs - Marcus Killgore (Arizona) over Diesel Pedersen (Oklahoma)  10-2

157 lbs - Kale Davis (Missouri) over Kobe Cunanan (Arizona)  Fall :51

165 lbs - Jesus Guzman (California) over Deacon Dressler (Indiana)  8-0

175 lbs - Tyde Nelsen (Iowa) over Jakob Hoke (Ohio)  8-0

190 lbs - Ibrahim Zaky (Virginia) over Kannon Freschette (Washington)  10-1

215 lbs - Kade Splinter (Wisconsin) over Joaquin Ruiz (Utah) MedFFT

285 lbs - Andrew Olson (Minnesota) over Noah Larios (California)  MedFFT

Seventh Place Bouts

88 lbs - Logan Raske (Tennessee) over Jude Goss (Georgia)  Fall 1:23

94 lbs - Gavin Boller (Michigan) over Eldon Roth (Wisconsin)  8-4

100 lbs - Brody Compau (Michigan) over Dylan Phillips (Michigan)  10-0

106 lbs - Shawn Coffel (Colorado) over Evan Cies (Pennsylvania)  10-2

113 lbs - Thiago Silva (California) over Griffin Sensintaffer (Oklahoma)  8-0

120 lbs - Mateo Gallegos (Pennsylvania) over Aidan McClure (Illinois)  8-1

126 lbs - Jordan Manyette (Pennsylvania) over Evan Schomburg (Pennsylvania)  3-2

132 lbs - Tyler Yancey (Texas) over Shane Stream (Illinois)  

138 lbs - Aspen Tritz (Wisconsin) over Brody Schmitt (Nebraska)  Fall 1:10

144 lbs - Carson Neubert (Wisconsin) over Josiah Beltran (Wisconsin)  8-0

150 lbs - Tommy Rowlands (Ohio) over Aaron Ellison (North Carolina)  11-10

157 lbs - Parker Casey (Iowa) over Mason McDonnell (California)  7-5

165 lbs - Radic Dvorak (Illinois) over Jacob Hodge (Michigan)  10-1

175 lbs - Arkail Griffin-Edwards (Illinois) over Kyle Gallo (Florida)  10-2

190 lbs - Reed Falk (Wisconsin) over Brecken Wacholz (Minnesota)  10-2

215 lbs - Satoshi Davis (Nevada) over Zach Leftwich (Virginia)  MedFFT

285 lbs - Joe Constable (Iowa) over Hans Wiederkehr (New York)  2-1

Team Race

1. Illinois  190

2. Utah  89

3. Oklahoma  71

4. Minnesota  70

4. Pennsylvania  70

6. California  68

6. Ohio  68

8. Iowa  66

9. Colorado  65

10. Nebraska  62

Championship Finals

100 lbs - Kaden Oldroyd (Utah) over Onofre Gonzales (Colorado)  8-0

106 lbs - Vincent DeMarco (Illinois) over Xzander Donner (Kansas)  9-0

113 lbs - Kaleb Pratt (Illinois) over Daniel Goodwin (Illinois)  7-1

120 lbs - Roman Luttrell (New Mexico) over Joel Friederichs (Minnesota)  8-7

126 lbs - Van Smith (Oklahoma) over Paliku Chang (Hawaii)  9-1

132 lbs - Manny Saldate (Nevada) over Brian Grabner (Alaska)  8-7

138 lbs - Thomas Verrette (Oklahoma) over Ned Kauffman (Pennsylvania)  9-0

144 lbs - Luis Alberto-DeSilva (Pennsylvania) over Maksym Chubenko (Ohio)  6-3

150 lbs - Matthew Martino (Idaho) over Dmytro Chubenko (Ohio)  6-5

157 lbs - Wyatt Medlin (Illinois) over Bas Diaz (Iowa)  5-1

165 lbs - Will Scherer (Missouri) over JayDen Williams (Michigan)  5-5

175 lbs - Lincoln Jipp (Iowa) over Ladd Holman (Utah)  10-0

190 lbs - Adonis Bonar (Nebraska) over Lucas Ricketts (Kentucky)  Fall 1:09

215 lbs - Josh Hoffer (Illinois) over Evan McGuire (Minnesota)  7-0

285 lbs - Hunter Vander Heiden (Wisconsin) over Kade West (Washington)  8-0

Third Place Bouts

100 lbs - Frank Fuentes (California) over Quentin Williams (Illinois)  Fall 1:10

106 lbs - Niko Odiotti (Illinois) over Ace Schweitzer (Nebraska)  10-2

113 lbs - Cameron Jackson (California) over Caden Correll (Illinois)  9-5

120 lbs - Carter Wallis (Missouri) over Dunia Sibomana (New York)  4-4

126 lbs - Boden Banta (Idaho) over Kellen Downing (Montana)  Fall 1:29

132 lbs - Nathan Rioux (Indiana) over Josiah Boyden (Georgia)  Fall 2:17

138 lbs - Isaiah Schaefer (Indiana) over Geromino Rivera (Utah)  9-7

144 lbs - Jordyn Raney (Kentucky) over Austin Collins (Colorado)  5-4

150 lbs - Jacob Morris (Alaska) over Brandon Dean (Colorado)  6-5

157 lbs - Logan Glynn (Nebraska) over Cael Gilmore (Ohio)  11-10

165 lbs - Sullivan Ramos (Wisconsin) over Jared Remington (Texas)  9-0

175 lbs - Mario Carini (New Jersey) over Trae Rios (Oklahoma)  7-1

190 lbs -Aidan Squire (New Jersey) over Jimmy Mastny (Illinois)  11-1

215 lbs - Myron Mendez (Florida) over Cash Cooley (Texas)  7-5

285 lbs -  Ashton Honnold (Iowa) over Trayvn Boger (Utah)  Fall 1:59

Fifth Place Bouts

100 lbs - Symon Woods (Illinois) over Simon Carter (Colorado)  7-5

106 lbs - RJ Phelan (Florida) over Camron Smith (Pennsylvania)  10-0

113 lbs - Jose Cordero (Tennessee) over Mason Brayfield (Missouri)  8-0

120 lbs - Joshua Enoch (Oregon) over Nic Enzminger (North Dakota)  Fall :48

126 lbs - Czar Quintanilla (Washington) over Jack Baker (California)  8-0

132 lbs - Mason Carlson (Utah) over Lawson Eller (Minnesota)  8-0

138 lbs - Dale Corbin (Pennsylvania) over Anthony Delgado (Nevada)  9-0

144 lbs - Josh Requena (California) over Jet Brown (Missouri)  9-0

150 lbs - Colton Weiler (Wisconsin) over Donald Jackson (Kansas)  8-0

157 lbs - Will Deutschlander (Oklahoma) over David Burchett (Colorado)  2-2

165 lbs - Luke Hoag (Minnesota) over Daniel Acosta (Texas)  Fall :41

175 lbs - Cody Kirk (Alabama) over Waylon Cressell (Alabama)  9-7

190 lbs - Jarrett Wadsen (Minnesota) over Cooper Reves (Kansas)  12-3

215 lbs - Michael Boyle (Ohio) over Leimana Fager (Utah)  MedFFT

285 lbs - Caleb Rodriguez (Pennsylvania) over Preston Krueger (Wisconsin)  16-5

Seventh Place Bouts

100 lbs - Aidan Ortega (Illinois) over Jaxsen Vestal (Iowa)  8-0

106 lbs - Casey McElligott (Georgia) over Damian Trujillo (New Mexico)  13-4

113 lbs - Koa DeLoach (Florida) over Braydon Studer (Ohio)  8-0

120 lbs - Cruzer Dominguez (Nebraska) over Kaleb Blackner (Utah)  Fall :35

126 lbs - Saxton Scott (Idaho) over Jake Knight (Iowa)  13-5

132 lbs - Kiernan Meink (Nebraska) over TJ Koester (Iowa)  5-2

138 lbs - Deven Casey (Illinois) over Austin Ellis (Utah) MedFFT

144 lbs - Derek Barrows (Colorado) over Dominic Way (West Virginia)  Fall 2:14

150 lbs - Evan Boblits (Maryland) over Bryce Palmer (Texas)  9-0

157 lbs - Eli Esguerra (Ohio) over Gabriel Delgado (Nevada)  8-0

165 lbs - Colton Loween (Minnesota) over Jozeph Valenzuela Smith (Arizona)  13-11

175 lbs - Logan Bruce (California) over Kalob Ybarra (Colorado)  Fall 2:03

190 lbs - Victor Marks-Jenkins (Maryland) over Ethan Osburn (Virginia)  4-1

215 lbs - Lusiano Lopez (Oregon) over Daniel Moylan (California)  7-4

285 lbs - Zayne Candelaria (Arizona) over Darion Bitz (North Dakota)  Fall 1:20

On Wednesday evening, we saw a whole new crop of competitors who etched their names into high school wrestling history by winning stop sign, signifying a Junior National freestyle championship. A Junior freestyle title is one of the most coveted championships in high school wrestling and it generally precludes success at the collegiate and international levels. 

We’ve gone through the last 10 tournaments (there was no tournament in 2020) to see which states have produced the most Junior freestyle championships. If you follow the action in Fargo, the results aren’t too surprising. 

Illinois (19)

2024: Michael Rundell (100 lbs)

2023: Rocco Hayes (100 lbs)

2023: Kannon Webster (145 lbs), 2021 (120 lbs)

2021: Nasir Bailey (132 lbs)

2019: Daniel Sheen (100 lbs)

2019: Anthony Molton (120 lbs)

2019: Abe Assad (182 lbs)

2019: Luke Luffman (285 lbs), 2018 (220 lbs)

2018: Danny Braunagel (160 lbs)

2018: Jack Jessen (182 lbs)

2018: Tony Cassioppi (285 lbs), 2017 (285 lbs)

2017: Will Lewan (152 lbs)

2017: Jacob Warner (195 lbs)

2016: Austin Gomez (126 lbs)

2015: Louie Hayes (106 lbs)

2015: Larry Early (152 lbs)
 

Pennsylvania (14)

2025: Nathan Schuman (100 lbs)

2025: Bo Bassett (144 lbs)

2025: Melvin Miller (165 lbs), 2024 (157 lbs)

2025: Nicholas Singer (175 lbs)

2024: Gauge Botero (120 lbs)

2024: Aaron Seidel (126 lbs)

2024: Jax Forrest (132 lbs), 2023 (126 lbs)

2023: Vince Bouzakis (152 lbs)

2022: Mason Gibson (126 lbs)

2018: Joey Fischer (100 lbs)

2016: Gavin Teasdale (120 lbs)

2015: Jordan Wood (220 lbs)

Iowa (13)

2025: Dreshaun Ross (285 lbs)

2023: Ryder Block (138 lbs), 2022 (138 lbs)

2023: Tate Naakgteboren (182 lbs)

2022: Nate Jesuroga (120 lbs)

2022: Aiden Riggins (160 lbs)

2022: Bradley Hill (195 lbs)

2021: Drake Ayala (126 lbs), 2019 (113 lbs)

2018: Cullan Schriever (113 lbs)

2017: Max Lyon (182 lbs)

2016: Gannon Gremmel (285 lbs)

2015: Fredy Stroker (145 lbs)
 

Ohio (11)

2025: Rylan Seacrist (113 lbs)

2021: Dylan Fishback (195 lbs)

2019: Angelo Rini (126 lbs)

2019: Paddy Gallagher (160 lbs)

2018: Jordan Decatur (132 lbs)

2018: Bryce Andonian (145 lbs)

2018: Carson Kharchla (170 lbs)

2017: Drew Mattin (126 lbs)

2017: David Carr (160 lbs)

2016: Ben Darmstadt (195 lbs)

2015: Austin Assad (126 lbs)
 

California (10)

2025: Rocklin Zinkin (120 lbs) 

2025: Moses Mendoza (132 lbs)

2024: Daniel Zepeda (144 lbs)

2024: Angelo Posada (215 lbs)

2023: Cody Merrill (220 lbs), 2022 (195 lbs)

2019: Andre Gonzales (106 lbs)

2019: Jace Luchau (152 lbs)

2019: Jonovan Smith (195 lbs)

2016: Nic Aguilar (113 lbs)
 

Wisconsin (10)

2023: Haakon Peterson (106 lbs)

2023: Brayden Scoles (160 lbs)

2023: Noah Mulvaney (170 lbs)

2023: Connor Mirasola (195 lbs), 2022 (182 lbs)

2023: Koy Hopke (285 lbs)

2021: Ben Kawczynski (285 lbs)

2018: Eric Barnett (120 lbs)

2018: Keegan O’Toole (138 lbs)

2015: Beau Breske (170 lbs)
 

New Jersey (9)

2024: Alessio Perentin (165 lbs)

2024: Ryan Burton (175 lbs)

2024: Harvey Ludington (190 lbs)

2024: Rocco Dellagatta (285 lbs)

2023: Leo DeLuca (120 lbs)

2018: Wil Guida (106 lbs), 2017 (100 lbs)

2018: Michael Colaiocco (126 lbs)

2015: Matt Kolodzik (138 lbs)
 

Arizona (7)

2024: Sergio Vega (138 lbs)

2023: Kyler Larkin (132 lbs)

2019: Anthony Echemendia (145 lbs)

2017: Atilano Escobar (132 lbs)

2016: Jason Holmes (106 lbs), 2015 (100 lbs)

2015: Brandon Courtney (113 lbs)
 

Missouri (7)

2025: David Gleason (157 lbs)

2022: Hunter Taylor (113 lbs), 2021 (106 lbs)

2022: Kyle Dutton (144 lbs)

2019: Joshua Saunders (138 lbs)

2017: Zach Elam (220 lbs)

2016: Canten Marriott (170 lbs)
 

Michigan (6)

2022: Josh Barr (170 lbs), 2021 (160 lbs)

2021: Braeden Davis (113 lbs)

2021: Manny Rojas (170 lbs)

2017: Ben Freeman (138 lbs)

2016: Ian Parker (132 lbs)
 

Minnesota (6)

2024: Landon Robideau (150 lbs)

2019: Patrick Kennedy (170 lbs)

2017: Patrick McKee (120 lbs)

2016: Griffin Parriott (152 lbs)

2016: Jake Allar (160 lbs)

2016: Owen Webster (182 lbs)
 

Oklahoma (6)

2025: Turner Ross (106 lbs)

2023: Chris Kiser (113 lbs)

2021: Zane Donley (100 lbs)

2021: Jordan Williams (145 lbs)

2015: Daton Fix (120 lbs)

2015: Joseph Smith (160 lbs)
 

Georgia (4)

2025: Antonio Mills (126 lbs)

2025: Logan Paradice (150 lbs)

2024: Christopher Swann (106 lbs)

2021: Caleb Henson (152 lbs)
 

Indiana (4)

2021: Christian Carroll (215 lbs)

2018: Brayton Lee (152 lbs)

2018: Lucas Davison (195 lbs)

2016: Nick Lee (138 lbs)
 

Colorado (3)

2019: Dominick Serrano (132 lbs)

2016: Malik Heinselman (100 lbs)

2015: Jacob Seely (195 lbs)
 

Maryland (3)

2022: Tyler Garvin (100 lbs)

2021: TJ Stewart (182 lbs)

2017: Aaron Brooks (170 lbs)

 

Alabama (2)

2022: Cory Land (132 lbs)

2017: Sam Latona (106 lbs)
 

Florida (2)

2017: Anthony Artalona (145 lbs), 2016 (145 lbs)
 

Idaho (2)

2022: Mack Mauger (106 lbs)

2022: Aden Attao (285 lbs)
 

Kentucky (2)

2025: Jordyn Raney (138 lbs)

2025: Lucas Ricketts (190 lbs)

Oregon (2)

2016: Sammy Colbray (220 lbs)

2015: Osawaru Odighizuwa (285 lbs)

 

Texas (2)

2021: Tagen Jamison (138 lbs)

2015: Nick Reenan (182 lbs)
 

Nebraska

2025: Cade Ziola (215 lbs)
 

Nevada

2017: Ty Smith (113 lbs)
 

New York

2024: Dunia Sibomana (113 lbs)

Tennessee

2022: Cody Chittum (152 lbs)
 

Utah 

2015: Taylor LaMont (132 lbs)
 

West Virginia

2019: Braxton Amos (220 lbs)

Championship Finals

88 lbs - Leo Murillo (Pennsylvania) over Johnathan Thompson (Iowa)  11-0

94 lg - Miro Parr-Coffin (Washington) over Carter Smith (Ohio)  3-2

100 lbs - Kooper Deputy (Pennsylvania) over Jack Stonebraker (Pennsylvania)  10-0

106 lbs - Thiago Silva (California) over William Soto (New York)  12-2

113 lbs - Sean Kenny (New Jersey) over Oliver Pulliam (Texas)  11-1

120 lbs - Tommy Wurster (Ohio) over Mateo Gallegos (Pennsylvania)  4-2

126 lbs - Miklo Hernandez (Minnesota) over Tommy Marchetti (New Jersey)  7-0

132 lbs - Angel Cejudo Jr. (Arizona) over Finnegan O’Brien (New York)  5-2

138 lbs - Jovani Solis (Florida) over Landyn Shaffer (New York)  6-1

144 lbs - Peyton Hornsby (Indiana) over Lincoln Robideau (Minnesota)  8-6

150 lbs - Colin Rutlin (Missouri) over Dylan Villers (Tennessee)  10-0

157 lbs - Camryn Howard (New York) over Asher Bacon (Pennsylvania)  5-0

165 lbs - Ethan Sonne (Illinois) over Chris Anguiano (California)  10-8

175 lbs - Jayden O’Farrill (Pennsylvania) over Salah Tsarni (Maryland)  6-5

190 lbs - Mario Hutcherson (Pennsylvania) over Caden Krueger (Michigan)  10-0

215 lbs - Satoshi Davis (Nevada) over Ceasar Salas (Indiana)  9-4

285 lbs - Noah Larios (California) over Joe Constable (Iowa)  7-2

Third Place Matches

88 lbs - Cyrus Millage (Iowa) over Grady Moos (Ohio)  9-8

94 lg - Knox Ayala (Iowa) over Stephen Bagocius (New Jersey)  8-5

100 lbs - Cohen Reer (Ohio) over Ausome Guillermo (California)  8-5

106 lbs - Arav Pandey (Pennsylvania) over Traevon Ducking (Indiana)  6-2

113 lbs - Chase Karenbauer (Pennsylvania) over Braiden Lotier (Pennsylvania)  9-1

120 lbs - Jovanni Tovar (Florida) over Izayiah Chavez (Texas)  6-5

126 lbs - Jaxon Lane (Tennessee) over Paul Ruiz (California)  13-12

132 lbs - Gage Bjerga (Minnesota) over Cole Speer (Ohio)  10-0

138 lbs - Gage Lohr (South Dakota) over Riker Ohearon (Utah)  6-2

144 lbs - Greyson Music (Pennsylvania) over Jason Dube (Pennsylvania)  7-5

150 lbs - Marcus Killgore (Arizona) over Gregory Torosian (California)  10-8

157 lbs - Justus Heeg (Illinois) over Izaac Gaines (Illinois)  13-0

165 lbs - Easton Kammerud (Wisconsin) over Kingston Sikes (Oklahoma)  11-0

175 lbs - Ryder Schulte (Arizona) over Tomm Heiser (Wisconsin)  17-13

190 lbs - Peter Mocco (Florida) over Frankie Pieffer (Ohio)  2-1

215 lbs - Bruno Pallone (Montana) over Xander Horak (Ohio)  12-2

285 lbs - Kameron Hazelett (Indiana) over Rhodes Molenda (Oklahoma)  Fall 3:59

Fifth Place Bouts

88 lbs -Ty Martin (Iowa) over Jaxon Holtz (Ohio)  14-8

94 lg - Cody Bakhsh (Delaware) over Dakota Harmer (Michigan)  9-4

100 lbs - Brody Compau (Michigan) over Shiloh Joyce (New Jersey)  7-6

106 lbs - Diego Robertty (Iowa) over Michael Bernabe (California)  12-1

113 lbs - Cody Clarke (Georgia) over Jeremy Carver (Indiana)  Fall 1:45

120 lbs - Corey Brown (Maryland) over Nathan Reynolds (California)  10-0

126 lbs - Jordan Manyette (Pennsylvania) over Parker Wickam (Colorado)  7-2

132 lbs - Grayson Davis (Pennsylvania) over Shai Sabag (Pennsylvania)  11-0

138 lbs - Weston Borgers (Ohio) over Joaquin Chacon (Arizona)  6-4

144 lbs - Gideon Gonzalez (New Jersey) over Calvin Rathjen (Iowa)  Fall 3:25

150 lbs - Tommy Rowlands (Ohio) over Joab Carrillo (UST)  8-5

157 lbs - Zane Engels (Minnesota) over Nick Schwartz (New Jersey)  14-4

165 lbs - Deacon Dressler (Indiana) over Will Fullhart (Iowa)  20-17

175 lbs - Tate Sailer (North Dakota) over Kyle Gallo (Florida)  8-6

190 lbs - Will Etu (Virginia) over Kannon Freschette (Washington)  10-0

215 lbs - Kade Splinter (Wisconsin) over Camden Williams (Indiana)  11-0

285 lbs - Lucas Feuerbach (Iowa) over Jaden Wesley Rakestraw (Georgia)  8-4

Seventh Place Bouts

88 lbs - Shay Lundavall (Iowa) over Dominick Sindone (Michigan)  6-3

94 lbs - Riley Crandall (Pennsylvania) over Damian DuChez (Maryland)  3-2

100 lbs - Lincoln Valdez (Colorado) over Shaefer Hoffman (Pennsylvania)  Fall :52

106 lbs - Connor Maddox (Indiana) over Evan Cies (Pennsylvania)  12-2

113 lbs - Brand’n Edstrom (Idaho) over Erik Klichurov (Illinois)  6-0

120 lbs - Noel Verduzco (Indiana) over Martez Sheard (Wisconsin)  8-3

126 lbs - Jaxsen Bailey (Connecticut) over Jack Cole (New Jersey)  Fall :35

132 lbs - Illia Kyryianenko (Florida) over Thomas Lindsay (Ohio) FFT

138 lbs - Vincent Rosas (Kansas) over Bruce Li (Florida)  6-4

144 lbs - Maverick Beckwith (New York) over Alexander Penzkover (Wisconsin)  7-2

150 lbs - Thunder Page (Kansas) over Kaygen Roberts (Kentucky)  5-2

157 lbs - Parker Casey (Iowa) over Colten Jones (Virginia)  15-4

165 lbs - Radic Dvorak (Illinois) over Layden Acevedo (Pennsylvania)  4-0

175 lbs - Holden Hoiness (Montana) over James Capasso (New York)  Fall 1:54

190 lbs - Reed Falk (Wisconsin) over Mason Chamberlain (Pennsylvania)  17-15

215 lbs - Kendahl Hoare (Pennsylvania) over Michael Garcia (Colorado)  11-0

285 lbs - Leland Day (Colorado) over Andrew Olson (Minnesota)  7-6

Championship Finals

100 lbs - Nathan Schuman (Pennsylvania) over Onofre Gonzales (Colorado)  13-0

106 lbs - Turner Ross (Oklahoma) over Cason Craft (Oklahoma)  6-6

113 lbs - Rylan Seacrist (Ohio) over Justin Farnsworth (Pennsylvania)  6-1

120 lbs - Rocklin Zinklin (California) over Cam Sontz (New Jersey)  11-0

126 lbs - Antonio Mills (Georgia) over Nicholas Garcia (Illinois)  10-8

132 lbs - Moses Mendoza (California) over Isaiah Cortez (California)  6-6

138 lbs - Jordyn Raney (Kentucky) over Kellen Wolbert (Wisconsin)  19-14

144 lbs - Bo Bassett (Pennsylvania) over Clinton Shepherd (Indiana)  Fall 1:23

150 lbs - Logan Paradice (Georgia) over Dallas Russell (Georgia)  Fall 5:07

157 lbs - David Gleason (Missouri) over Wyatt Medlin (Illinois)  10-6

165 lbs - Melvin Miller (Pennsylvania) over Sullivan Ramos (Wisconsin)  13-2

175 lbs - Nicholas Singer (Pennsylvania) over Mason Ontiveros (California)  10-0

190 lbs - Lucas Ricketts (Kentucky) over Jarrett Wadsen (Minnesota)  5-5

215 lbs - Cade Ziola (Nebraska) over Michael Boyle (Ohio)  15-4

285 lbs - Dreshaun Ross (Iowa) over Coby Merrill (California)  3-2

Third Place Matches

100 lbs - Symon Woods (Illinois) over Jackson Thorn (Minnesota)  12-0

106 lbs - Landon Thoenns (Minnesota) over Niko Odiotti (Illinois)  13-8

113 lbs - Jarrett Smith (Michigan) over Liam Davis (Florida)  6-2

120 lbs - Brock Rothermal (Pennsylvania) over Mason Jakob (Tennessee)  12-1

126 lbs - Paul Kenny (New Jersey) over Mikey Ruiz (Texas)  Fall 1:43

132 lbs - Dale Corbin (Pennsylvania) over Slater Hicks (California)  10-0

138 lbs - Tyler Dekraker (Pennsylvania) over Sam Herring (Pennsylvania)  11-0

144 lbs - Jake Miller (Oklahoma) over Michael Romero (California)  7-3

150 lbs - Matthew Martino (Idaho) over Brandon Dean (Colorado)  10-0

157 lbs - Gabriel Delgado (Nevada) over Zeno Moore (Florida)  5-5

165 lbs - Maximus Dhabolt (Iowa) over Liam Carlin (Connecticut)  13-2

175 lbs - Waylon Cressell (Indiana) over Eli Leonard (Wisconsin)  10-0

190 lbs - Michael White (Indiana) over Jaxon Penovich (Illinois)  Fall 1:10

215 lbs - Kai Calcutt (Illinois) over Levi Bussey (California)  10-0

285 lbs - Michael Mocco (Florida) over Mark Effendian (Pennsylvania)  5-2

Fifth Place Bouts

100 lbs - Bennett Wachter (Ohio) over Joey Synan (Pennsylvania)  13-3

106 lbs - Michael Salas-Sanchez (Oregon) over Daniel Romero (Colorado)  Fall 4:13

113 lbs - Kaleb Pratt (Illinois) over Loc Webber (Ohio)  10-0

120 lbs - Alex Rozas (Louisiana) over Ayden Dodd (Ohio)  10-0

126 lbs - Vincent Anello (New Jersey) over Brady Collins (Wisconsin)  8-0

132 lbs - Manny Saldate (Nevada) over Justyce Zuniga (Washington)  9-6

138 lbs - Maximus Brady (Florida) over Elijah Cortez (California)  9-7

144 lbs - Haakon Peterson (Wisconsin) over Bobby Duffy (New Jersey)  Fall 2:33

150 lbs - Gus Cardinal (Arizona) over Davis Parrow (Minnesota)  12-2

157 lbs - Bruno Cassioppi (Illinois) over Reagan Milheim (Pennsylvania)  FFT

165 lbs - Arment Woltenbaugh (Pennsylvania) over JayDen Williams (Michigan)  Fall 2:18

175 lbs - Ladd Holman (Utah) over Maximus Norman (Tennessee)  10-0

190 lbs - Robert Kucharczk (Florida) over Alex Reyes (New Jersey)  14-7

215 lbs - Cash Cooley (Texas) over Alex Smith (Florida)  12-2

285 lbs - Dean Bechtold (Pennsylvania) over Jacob Levy (Florida)  11-0

Seventh Place Bouts

100 lbs - Aidan Ortega (Illinois) over Alex Huddleston (Indiana)  8-2

106 lbs - Vincent DeMarco (Illinois) over Kaiden Belinsky (Iowa)  17-10

113 lbs - Layne Martin (Michigan) over Camden Rugg (Wisconsin)  10-6

120 lbs - Cael Vandermark (Iowa) over Zaiyahn Ornelas (Nebraska)  4-0

126 lbs - Siraj Sidhu (California) over Lander Bosh (Utah)  16-5

132 lbs - TJ Koester (Iowa) over Vince Jasinski (Illinois)  14-3

138 lbs - Isaiah Schaefer (Indiana) over Valentine Popadiuc (New Mexico)  FFT

144 lbs - Jet Brown (Missouri) over Jesse Grajeda (California) FFT

150 lbs - Maksim Mukhamedaliyev (Illinois) over Conlan Carlson (Minnesota)  14-4

157 lbs - Declan Koch (Wisconsin) over Silas Stits (Indiana)  11-1

165 lbs - Lucas Boe (Florida) over Israel Ibarra (Arizona)  13-2

175 lbs - Lincoln Jipp (Iowa) over Keenan Sheridan (South Dakota)  FFT

190 lbs - John Murphy (Minnesota) over Sutton Kenning (Minnesota)  8-7

215 lbs - Josh Hoffer (Illinois) over Ronan An (Georgia)  8-5

285 lbs - Travyn Boger (Utah) over Micah Hach (South Dakota) FFT

Two days of competition are in the books at the crown jewel of high school wrestling - the Junior Men’s freestyle tournament from Fargo, North Dakota. There have been plenty of surprises and upsets, while at the same time, there have been superstars who have solidified their lofty rankings. 

Wrestling at this tournament has produced quarterfinals matchups for tomorrow morning. A win on the championship side, or two in the consolation bracket, will confirm a coveted place on the Fargo podium. 

Here are tomorrow’s quarterfinal matchups. 

100 lbs

Nathan Schuman (Pennsylvania) vs. Aidan Ortega (Illinois)

Jackson Thorn (Minnesota) vs. Symon Woods (Illinois)

Alex Huddleston (Indiana) vs. Bennett Wachter (Ohio)

Joey Synan (Pennsylvania) vs. Onofre Gonzales (Colorado)

106 lbs

Turner Ross (Oklahoma) vs. Niko Odiotti (Illinois)

Vincent DeMarco (Illinois) vs. Daniel Romero (Colorado)

Landon Thoennes (Minnesota) vs. Michael Salas-Sanchez (Oregon)

Kaiden Belinsky (Iowa) vs. Cason Craft (Oklahoma)

113 lbs

Loc Webber (Ohio) vs. Oumar Tounkara (New York)

Rylan Seacrist (Ohio) vs. Cruzer Dominguez (Nebraska)

Christopher Swann (Georgia) vs. Kaleb Pratt (Illinois)

Julian Rios (Massachusetts) vs. Justin Farnsworth (Pennsylvania)

120 lbs

Case Bell (Indiana) vs. Brock Rothermel (Pennsylvania)

Cam Sontz (New Jersey) vs. Titan Friederichs (Minnesota)

Zaiyahn Ornelas (Nebraska) vs. Mason Jakob (Tennessee)

Rocklin Zinklin (California) vs. JoJo Uhorchuk (Tennessee)

126 lbs

Paul Kenny (New Jersey) vs. Antonio Mills (Georgia)

Brady Collins (Wisconsin) vs. Lander Bosh (Utah)

Mikey Ruiz (Texas) vs. Vincent Anello (New Jersey)

Siraj Sidhu (California) vs. Nicholas Garcia (Illinois)

132 lbs

Isaiah Cortez (California) vs. Nicholas Sorrow (Michigan)

Justyce Zuniga (Washington) vs. Dale Corbin (Pennsylvania)

Manny Saldate (Nevada) vs. Slater Hicks (California)

Moses Mendoza (California) vs. TJ Koester (Iowa)

138 lbs

Kellen Wolbert (Wisconsin) vs. Dean Anderson (Arizona)

Tyler Dekraker (Pennsylvania) vs. Sam Herring (Pennsylvania)

Valentin Popadiuc (New Mexico) vs. Jordyn Raney (Kentucky)

Maximus Brady (Iowa) vs. Elijah Cortez (California)

144 lbs

Bo Bassett (Pennsylvania) vs. Ryan Kennedy (Ohio)

Haakon Peterson (Wisconsin) vs. Jet Brown (Missouri)

Bobby Duffy (New Jersey) vs. Derek Barrows (Colorado)

Clinton Shepherd (Missouri) vs. Jake Miller (Oklahoma)

150 lbs

Logan Paradice (Georgia) vs. Maksim Mukhamedaliy (Illinois)

Thomas Gibbs (Indiana) vs. Matthew Martino (Idaho)

Grayson Eggum (Minnesota) vs. Dallas Russell (Georgia)

Brandon Dean (Colorado) vs. Davis Parrow (Minnesota)

157 lbs

Bruno Cassioppi (Illinois) vs. Bas Diaz (Iowa)

David Gleason (Missouri) vs. Declan Koch (Wisconsin)

Zeno Moore (Florida) vs. Wyatt Medlin (Illinois)

Reagan Milheim (Pennsylvania) vs. Cole Dummer (Wisconsin)

165 lbs

Melvin Miller (Pennsylvania) vs. Liam Crook (Wisconsin)

Maximus Dhabolt (Iowa) vs. Chris Dennis (Pennsylvania)

Lucas Boe (Florida) vs. Liam Carlin (Connecticut)

JayDen Williams (Michigan) vs. Sullivan Ramos (Wisconsin)

175 lbs

Ladd Holman (Utah) vs. Mason Ontiveros (California)

Brennan Warwick (Ohio) vs. Eli Leonard (Wisconsin)

Waylon Cressell (Indiana) vs. Lincoln Jipp (Iowa)

Maximus Norman (Tennessee) vs. Nicholas Singer (Pennsylvania)

190 lbs

Adam Waters (Pennsylvania) vs. Michael White (Indiana)

Jarrett Wadsen (Minnesota) vs. Jaxon Penovich (Illinois)

Alex Reyes (New Jersey) vs. John Murphy (Minnesota)

Lucas Ricketts (Kentucky) vs. Jimmy Mastny (Illinois)

215 lbs

Levi Bussey (California) vs. Noah Weaver (Indiana)

Michael Boyle (Ohio) vs. Alex Smith (Florida)

Cade Ziola (Nebraska) vs. Evan Perez (Colorado)

Daniel Moylan (California) vs. Kai Calcutt (Illinois)

285 lbs 

Dreshaun Ross (Iowa) vs. Micah Hach (South Dakota)

Mark Effendian (Pennsylvania) vs. Tyson Martin (Wisconsin)

Trayvn Boger (Utah) vs. Coby Merrill (California)

Jacob Levy (Florida) vs. Michael Mocco (Florida)

We're less than a week away from the 2025 16U and Junior National Championships - affectionately known as "Fargo." Thousands of wrestlers will descend upon the FargoDome in search of "Stop Signs" representing national championships. They will seek to etch their names next to some of the already-legendary names below which are the Junior National Champions from Fargo for the last 15 years. 

Junior Men's Freestyle

Junior Greco-Roman

Junior Women's Freestyle

The National Wrestling Hall of Fame on Wednesday announced that Marcus Blaze of Perrysburg, Ohio is the 2025 national winner of the Dave Schultz High School Excellence Award (DSHSEA). 

The Hall of Fame’s High School Excellence Awards are proudly sponsored by the Hyman Family, whose generous support and passion for the sport help ensure the continued recognition and development of wrestling’s next generation. 

“I’m incredibly honored to receive the Dave Schultz High School Excellence Award,” said Blaze. “Dave Schultz was not only a phenomenal wrestler, but a phenomenal person. 

“I am thankful for my family, coaches and friends. Grateful for all the opportunities and mentors I have today. Blessed for the moments God gives me,” he added. “Being recognized in Dave Schultz’s name means a lot to me and I’m really thankful, grateful and blessed.” 

The DSHSEA was established in 1996 to honor Olympic and World champion Dave Schultz, whose career was cut short when he was murdered in January 1996. He was inducted into the National Wrestling Hall of Fame as a Distinguished Member in 1997 and as a member of the United World Wrestling Hall of Fame in 2016. 

The DSHSEA recognizes and celebrates the nation’s most outstanding high school senior male wrestlers for their excellence in wrestling, scholastic achievement, citizenship, and community service. 

The Hall of Fame on Tuesday announced that Piper Fowler of Cleveland, Tennessee is the 2025 national winner of the Tricia Saunders High School Excellence Award (TSHSEA). The TSHSEA recognizes and celebrates the nation’s most outstanding high school senior female wrestlers for their excellence in wrestling, scholastic achievement, citizenship, and community service. 

Blaze and Fowler will be honored during the 48th Honors Weekend at the National Wrestling Hall of Fame & Museum on June 6 and 7 in Stillwater, Oklahoma. To purchase tickets for Honors Weekend, visit https://bit.ly/2025NWHOFHonorsWeekendTickets.

“Marcus should be incredibly proud of the remarkable accomplishments he’s achieved during his high school career,” said Hall of Fame Executive Director Lee Roy Smith. “His dedication on the wrestling mat, combined with his excellence in the classroom and commitment to his community, truly sets him apart.

“As the newest recipient of the Dave Schultz High School Excellence Award, Marcus joins an elite group of young men whose achievements reflect the very best of our sport,” he added. “We look forward to seeing all that he will accomplish in the future as he continues to embody the values and spirit this award represents.” 

The son of Joe and Addie Blaze, Marcus will continue his career at Penn State University. His older brother, Joey, was an NCAA runner-up for Purdue University in 2025 and was the Ohio winner of the DSHSEA in 2023 and a three-time Ohio state champion. 

Marcus was a four-time Ohio state champion for Perrysburg High School. He had a career record of 200-2, including a 55-0 record as a freshman and 43-0 as a senior, while winning four sectional and four district titles. 

He finished third at 61 kg at last weekend’s Senior National men’s freestyle tournament. 

A gold medalist at the 2023 U17 World Championships, he finished second at the 2024 U.S. World Team Trials and earned a bronze medal at the 2024 U20 World Championships. His most impressive performance, however, was finishing third at the 2024 U.S. Olympic Team Trials. 

He was a Fargo champion and named Outstanding Wrestler in 2022 and was named Outstanding Wrestler at the Ohio state tournament in 2025. Blaze is a four-time champion and two-time Outstanding Wrestler at the Brecksville Holiday Tournament while also winning the Walsh Ironman tournament twice and finishing second and third the other two years. 

He earned Academic All-Ohio honors and was a member of the High Honor Roll all four years. 

Blaze is also a member of DECA, which prepares emerging leaders and entrepreneurs in marketing, finance, hospitality and management in high schools and colleges around the globe. 

He becomes the sixth national winner from Ohio, joining NCAA champion and Junior World Champion David Carr, Distinguished Member, World Champion and four-time NCAA champion Logan Stieber, Olympic gold medalist, three-time World champion and two-time NCAA champion David Taylor, C.P. Schlatter, and Jeff Knupp. 

Ohio has the most national winners with six followed by Oklahoma and Pennsylvania with three and California, Michigan, Minnesota and Wisconsin with two winners each. Alabama, Colorado, Florida, Iowa, Kansas, New Jersey, New York, South Carolina, Utah and West Virginia have each had one winner. 

The Hall of Fame accepts nominations for its high school excellence awards from state chapters and coaches. The nominations are reviewed by a committee, which selects state and regional winners. The committee then determines the national winners from the regional winners. 

Coleman Scott (2004) and Logan Stieber (2010) became the first DSHSEA national winners to be inducted as Distinguished Members of the Hall of Fame when they were inducted in 2024. 

Cael Sanderson, who was the Utah and West Region winner of the DSHSEA in 1997, and Jake Varner, who was the California winner of the DSHEA in 2005, are also Distinguished Members of the Hall of Fame. 

National winners of the DSHSEA have combined to win 20 NCAA Division I individual titles led by four-time champion Logan Stieber (2010), three-time winner Zain Retherford (2013) and two-time winners David Carr (2018), Steven Mocco (2001), David Taylor (2009), Teyon Ware (2002) and Zahid Valencia (2015).

All-Time National Winners of Dave Schultz High School Excellence Award

2025 - Marcus Blaze, Perrysburg High School, Perrysburg, Ohio
2024 - Aeoden Sinclair, Milton High School, Edgerton, Wisconsin
2023 - Cael Hughes, Stillwater High School, Stillwater, Oklahoma
2022 - Cory Land, Moody High School, Moody, Alabama
2021 - Alex Facundo, Davison High School, Essexville, Michigan
2020 - Braxton Amos, Parkersburg South High School, Mineral Wells, West Virginia (Freestyle Junior World Champion and Greco-Roman Junior World Bronze Medalist)
2019 - Cohlton Schultz, Ponderosa High School, Parker, Colorado (Greco-Roman Cadet World Champion)
2018 - David Carr, Perry High School, Massillon, Ohio (NCAA Champion and Junior World Champion)
2017 - Daton Fix, Charles Page High School, Sand Springs, Oklahoma (World Silver Medalist, Junior World Champion and 2X Junior World Bronze Medalist)
2016 - Mark Hall II, Apple Valley High School, Apple Valley, Minnesota (NCAA Champion, 2X Junior World Champion and Cadet World Champion)
2015 - Zahid Valencia, St. John Bosco High School, Bellflower, California (2X NCAA Champion and Junior World Silver Medalist)
2014 - Chance Marsteller, Kennard-Dale High School, Fawn Grove, Pennsylvania
2013 - Zain Retherford, Benton Area High School, Benton, Pennsylvania (3X NCAA Champion)
2012 - Taylor Massa, St. Johns High School, St. Johns, Michigan
2011 - Morgan McIntosh, Calvary Chapel High School, Santa Ana, California
2010 - Logan Stieber, Monroeville High School, Monroeville, Ohio (World Champion and 4X NCAA Champion)
2009 - David Taylor, Graham High School, St. Paris, Ohio (Olympic Gold Medalist, 3X World Champion, World Silver Medalist, World Bronze Medalist and 2X NCAA Champion)
2008 - Jason Chamberlain, Springville High School, Springville, Utah
2007 - Zachary Sanders, Wabasha-Kellogg High School, Wabasha, Minnesota
2006 - David Craig, Brandon High School, Brandon, Florida
2005 - Troy Nickerson, Chenango Forks High School, Chenango Forks, New York (NCAA Champion)
2004 - Coleman Scott, Waynesburg High School, Waynesburg, Pennsylvania (NCAA Champion and Olympic bronze medalist)
2003 - C.P. Schlatter, St. Paris Graham High School, Urbana, Ohio
2002 - Teyon Ware, Edmond North High School, Edmond, Oklahoma (2X NCAA Champion)
2001 - Steven Mocco, Blair Academy, Blairstown, New Jersey (2X NCAA Champion and Olympian)
2000 - Ben Connell, Lugoff-Elgin High School, Lugoff, South Carolina
1999 - Zach Roberson, Blue Valley North West High School, Overland Park, Kansas (NCAA Champion)
1998 - Garrett Lowney, Freedom High School, Appleton, Wisconsin (2X Olympian) and Justin Ruiz, Taylorsville High School, Salt Lake City, Utah (Olympian)
1997 - Jeff Knupp, Walsh Jesuit High School, Akron, Ohio
1996 - David Kjeldgaard, Lewis Central High School, Council Bluffs, Iowa

2025 Dave Schultz High School Excellence Award Regional Winners

Central Region – LaDarion Lockett, Stillwater, Oklahoma, Stillwater High School, Oklahoma State University 
Midwest Region – Marcus Blaze, Perrysburg, Ohio, Perrysburg High School, Penn State University 
Northeast Region – PJ Duke, Slate Hill, New York, Minisink Valley High School, Penn State University 
Southeast Region – Dominic Bambinelli, Hoschton, Georgia, Mill Creek High School, University of Missouri 
West Region – Daniel Zepeda, Gilroy, California, Gilroy High School, North Carolina State University

2025 Dave Schultz High School Excellence Award State Winners 

State - Name, High School, Hometown, College Attending
Alabama - Yanik Simon, Huntsville High School, Huntsville
Alaska - Jacob Strausbaugh, Soldotna High School, Soldotna, Cornerstone University (Not for Wrestling)
Arizona - Sergio Vega, Sunnyside High School, Tucson, Oklahoma State University
Arkansas - Ryan Rogers, Central Arkansas Christian School, Little Rock, McKendree University
California - Daniel Zepeda, Gilroy High School, Gilroy, North Carolina State University
Colorado - Traven Sharon, Home Schooled, Ordway, University of Wyoming
Connecticut - Scott Romano, Joel Barlow High School, West Redding
Delaware - Malachi Stratton, Sussex Central High School, Frankford
Florida - Maximus Brady, Mariner High School, Cape Coral, University of Northern Iowa
Georgia - Dominic Bambinelli, Mill Creek High School, Hoschton, University of Missouri
Hawaii - Tyger Ta'am, Moanalua High School, Honolulu, Menlo College
Idaho - Matthew Martino, Bishop Kelly High School, Eagle, Princeton University
Illinois - Seth Mendoza, Mount Carmel High School, Mokena, University of Missouri
Indiana - Jake Hockaday, Brownsburg High School, Pittsboro, Nebraska University
Iowa - Kyler Knaack, Don Bosco High School, Gilbertville, University of Northern Iowa
Kansas - Taye Wilson, Pratt High School, Pratt, University of Arkansas at Little Rock
Kentucky - Isaac Johns, Woodford County High School, Nicholasville, Bellarmine University
Louisiana - Richie Clementi, Brother Martin High School, Slidell, California Baptist University
Maine - Eli Potter, Wells High School, Wells
Maryland - Calvin Kraisser, Centennial High School, Ellicott City, Frostburg State University
Massachusetts - Sid Tildsley, Shawsheen Tech, Billerica
Michigan - Sebastian Martinez, Gabriel Richard Catholic High School, Lincoln Park, United States Air Force Academy
Minnesota - Landon Robideau, St. Michael-Albertville High School, St. Michael, Oklahoma State University
Mississippi - Jaiden Gipson, Oxford High School, Oxford
Missouri - Hank Benter, Hickman High School, Columbia, University of Missouri
Montana - Zach Morse, Billings West High School, Billings, Northern State University, Aberdeen South Dakota
Nebraska - Tyson Terry, Omaha North High School, Omaha, University of Nebraska
Nevada - Manuel Saldate, Sports Leadership & Management of Nevada, Las Vegas, Oregon State
New Hampshire - David Pento Jr., Londonderry High School, Londonderry
New Jersey - Harvey Ludington, Brick Memorial High School, Brick, University of Iowa
New Mexico - Mason Posa, La Cueva High School, Albuquerque, Wisconsin (Football)
New York - PJ Duke, Minisink Valley High School, Slate Hill, Penn State University
North Carolina - Liam Hickey, Cardinal Gibbons High School, Raleigh, University of North Carolina
North Dakota - Ben DeForest, Bismarck High School, Bismarck, University of Mary
Ohio - Marcus Blaze, Perrysburg High School, Perrysburg, Penn State University
Oklahoma - LaDarion Lockett, Stillwater High School, Stillwater, Oklahoma State University
Oregon - Oscar Doces, West Linn High School, West Linn
Pennsylvania - Aaron Seidel, Northern Lebanon High School, Jonestown, Virginia Tech
Rhode Island - Preston Marchessault, Ponaganset High School, Cranston, Brown University
South Carolina - Cason Howle, Greenwood High School, Greenwood, North Carolina State University
South Dakota - Moses Gross, Huron High School, Huron
Tennessee - Maximus Norman, Baylor School, Abingdon, Brown University
Texas - Caio Aron, The Woodlands College Park High School, Willis, California Baptist University
Utah - Geronimo Rivera, Layton High School, Hooper, Utah Valley University
Vermont - Elias Kalat, Spaulding High School, Rochester
Virginia - Tyler Hood, St. Christopher's School, Chesterfield, United States Naval Academy
Washington - Alan Salguero Jr., Orting High School, Puyallup, Colorado Mesa University
West Virginia - Brock Kehler, University High School, Morgantown, West Virginia University
Wisconsin - Daniel Heiser, Evansville High School, Oregon, University of Missouri
Wyoming - Liam Fox, Cheyenne East High School, Cheyenne, Western Wyoming Community College

STILLWATER, Okla. - The National Wrestling Hall of Fame on Thursday announced the state winners of the Dave Schultz High School Excellence Award (DSHSEA).

The Hall of Fame’s High School Excellence Awards are proudly sponsored by the Hyman Family, whose generous support and passion for the sport help ensure the continued recognition and development of wrestling’s next generation.

The DSHSEA was established in 1996 to honor Olympic and World champion Dave Schultz, whose career was cut short when he was murdered in January 1996. He was inducted into the National Wrestling Hall of Fame as a Distinguished Member in 1997 and as a member of the United World Wrestling Hall of Fame in 2016.

The DSHSEA recognizes and celebrates the nation’s most outstanding high school senior male wrestlers for their excellence in wrestling, scholastic achievement, citizenship, and community service.

“The recipients of our Dave Schultz High School Excellence Award represent an exceptional group of young men who have set the standard for achievement — excelling not only in the classroom and on the wrestling mat, but also through leadership and service to their communities,” said NWHOF Executive Director Lee Roy Smith. “We are incredibly grateful to our selection committees for their thoughtful and dedicated efforts in choosing such outstanding ambassadors for our sport.

“It’s a privilege to honor these student-athletes, and we take great pride in following their continued success at the collegiate and international levels — both in competition and academics — as they grow into the next generation of leaders and role models in wrestling.”

DSHSEA winners are evaluated and selected on the basis of three criteria: success and standout performances and sportsmanship in wrestling; review of GPA and class rank, academic honors and distinctions; and participation in activities that demonstrate commitment to character and community.

The Central Region, Midwest Region, Northeast Region, Southeast Region and West Region winners will be announced on April 24 and the national winner will be announced on April 30.

The Hall of Fame announced the state winners of the Tricia Saunders High School Excellence Award (TSHSEA) on Wednesday. The TSHSEA recognizes and celebrates the nation’s most outstanding high school senior female wrestlers for their excellence in wrestling, scholastic achievement, citizenship, and community service. The TSHSEA regional winners will be announced on April 23 and the national winner will be announced on April 29.

Regional winners for both awards are selected from state winners, and the national winners will be chosen from the regional winners.

The regions and the states that they are comprised of are:

West (11) - Alaska, Arizona, California, Hawaii, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, Oregon, Utah, Washington and Wyoming

Midwest (10) - Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Michigan, Minnesota, Nebraska, North Dakota, Ohio, South Dakota and Wisconsin

Central (7) - Arkansas, Colorado, Kansas, Missouri, New Mexico, Oklahoma and Texas

Southeast (11) - Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia and West Virginia

Northeast (11) - Connecticut, Delaware, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island and Vermont

The TSHSEA and DSHSEA national winners will be honored during the 48th Honors Weekend at the National Wrestling Hall of Fame & Museum on June 6 and 7 in Stillwater, Oklahoma. To purchase tickets for Honors Weekend, visit https://bit.ly/2025NWHOFHonorsWeekendTickets.

The Hall of Fame accepts nominations for its high school excellence awards from state chapters and coaches. The nominations are reviewed by a committee, which selects state and regional winners. The committee then determines the national winners from the regional winners.

Coleman Scott (2004) and Logan Stieber (2010) became the first DSHSEA national winners to be inducted as Distinguished Members of the Hall of Fame when they were inducted in 2024.

Cael Sanderson, who was the Utah and West Region winner of the DSHSEA in 1997, and Jake Varner, who was the California winner of the DSHEA in 2005, are also Distinguished Members of the Hall of Fame.

National winners of the DSHSEA have combined to win 20 NCAA Division I individual titles led by four-time champion Logan Stieber (2010), three-time winner Zain Retherford (2013) and two-time winners David Carr (2018), Steven Mocco (2001), David Taylor (2009), Teyon Ware (2002) and Zahid Valencia (2015).

2025 Dave Schultz High School Excellence Award State Winners

State - Name, High School, Hometown, College Attending

Alabama - Yanik Simon, Huntsville High School, Huntsville

Alaska - Jacob Strausbaugh, Soldotna High School, Soldotna, Cornerstone University (Not for Wrestling)

Arizona - Sergio Vega, Sunnyside High School, Tucson, Oklahoma State University

Arkansas - Ryan Rogers, Central Arkansas Christian School, Little Rock, McKendree University

California - Daniel Zepeda, Gilroy High School, Gilroy, North Carolina State University

Colorado - Traven Sharon, Home Schooled, Ordway, University of Wyoming

Connecticut - Scott Romano, Joel Barlow High School, West Redding

Delaware - Malachi Stratton, Sussex Central High School, Frankford

Florida - Maximus Brady, Mariner High School, Cape Coral, University of Northern Iowa

Georgia - Dominic Bambinelli, Mill Creek High School, Hoschton, University of Missouri

Hawaii - Tyger Ta'am, Moanalua High School, Honolulu, Menlo College

Idaho - Matthew Martino, Bishop Kelly High School, Eagle, Princeton University

Illinois - Seth Mendoza, Mount Carmel High School, Mokena, University of Missouri

Indiana - Jake Hockaday, Brownsburg High School, Pittsboro, Nebraska University

Iowa - Kyler Knaack, Don Bosco High School, Gilbertville, University of Northern Iowa

Kansas - Taye Wilson, Pratt High School, Pratt, University of Arkansas at Little Rock

Kentucky - Isaac Johns, Woodford County High School, Nicholasville, Bellarmine University

Louisiana - Richie Clementi, Brother Martin High School, Slidell, California Baptist University

Maine - Eli Potter, Wells High School, Wells

Maryland - Calvin Kraisser, Centennial High School, Ellicott City, Frostburg State University

Massachusetts - Sid Tildsley, Shawsheen Tech, Billerica

Michigan - Sebastian Martinez, Gabriel Richard Catholic High School, Lincoln Park, United States Air Force Academy

Minnesota - Landon Robideau, St. Michael-Albertville High School, St. Michael, Oklahoma State University

Mississippi - Jaiden Gipson, Oxford High School, Oxford

Missouri - Hank Benter, Hickman High School, Columbia, University of Missouri

Montana - Zach Morse, Billings West High School, Billings, Northern State University, Aberdeen South Dakota

Nebraska - Tyson Terry, Omaha North High School, Omaha, University of Nebraska

Nevada - Manuel Saldate, Sports Leadership & Management of Nevada, Las Vegas, Oregon State

New Hampshire - David Pento Jr., Londonderry High School, Londonderry

New Jersey - Harvey Ludington, Brick Memorial High School, Brick, University of Iowa

New Mexico - Mason Posa, La Cueva High School, Albuquerque, Wisconsin (Football)

New York - PJ Duke, Minisink Valley High School, Slate Hill, Penn State University

North Carolina - Liam Hickey, Cardinal Gibbons High School, Raleigh, University of North Carolina

North Dakota - Mark DeForest, Bismarck High School, Bismarck, University of Mary

Ohio - Marcus Blaze, Perrysburg High School, Perrysburg, Penn State University

Oklahoma - LaDarion Lockett, Stillwater High School, Stillwater, Oklahoma State University

Oregon - Oscar Doces, West Linn High School, West Linn

Pennsylvania - Aaron Seidel, Northern Lebanon High School, Jonestown, Virginia Tech

Rhode Island - Preston Marchessault, Ponaganset High School, Cranston, Brown University

South Carolina - Cason Howle, Greenwood High School, Greenwood, North Carolina State University

South Dakota - Moses Gross, Huron High School, Huron

Tennessee - Maximus Norman, Baylor School, Abingdon, Brown University

Texas - Caio Aron, The Woodlands College Park High School, Willis, California Baptist University

Utah - Geronimo Rivera, Layton High School, Hooper, Utah Valley University

Vermont - Elias Kalat, Spaulding High School, Rochester

Virginia - Tyler Hood, St. Christopher's School, Chesterfield, United States Naval Academy

Washington - Alan Salguero Jr., Orting High School, Puyallup, Colorado Mesa University

West Virginia - Brock Kehler, University High School, Morgantown, West Virginia University

Wisconsin - Daniel Heiser, Evansville High School, Oregon, University of Missouri

Wyoming - Liam Fox, Cheyenne East High School, Cheyenne, Western Wyoming Community College

All-Time National Winners of Dave Schultz High School Excellence Award

2024 - Aeoden Sinclair, Milton High School, Edgerton, Wisconsin

2023 - Cael Hughes, Stillwater High School, Glencoe, Oklahoma

2022 - Cory Land, Moody High School, Moody, Alabama

2021 - Alex Facundo, Davison High School, Essexville, Michigan

2020 - Braxton Amos, Parkersburg South High School, Mineral Wells, West Virginia (Freestyle Junior World Champion and Greco-Roman Junior World Bronze Medalist)

2019 - Cohlton Schultz, Ponderosa High School, Parker, Colorado (Greco-Roman Cadet World Champion)

2018 - David Carr, Perry High School, Massillon, Ohio (NCAA Champion and Junior World Champion)

2017 - Daton Fix, Charles Page High School, Sand Springs, Oklahoma (World Silver Medalist, Junior World Champion and 2X Junior World Bronze Medalist)

2016 - Mark Hall II, Apple Valley High School, Apple Valley, Minnesota (NCAA Champion, 2X Junior World Champion and Cadet World Champion)

2015 - Zahid Valencia, St. John Bosco High School, Bellflower, California (2X NCAA Champion and Junior World Silver Medalist)

2014 - Chance Marsteller, Kennard-Dale High School, Fawn Grove, Pennsylvania

2013 - Zain Retherford, Benton Area High School, Benton, Pennsylvania (3X NCAA Champion and World Silver Medalist)

2012 - Taylor Massa, St. Johns High School, St. Johns, Michigan

2011 - Morgan McIntosh, Calvary Chapel High School, Santa Ana, California

2010 - Logan Stieber, Monroeville High School, Monroeville, Ohio (World Champion and 4X NCAA Champion)

2009 - David Taylor, Graham High School, St. Paris, Ohio (Olympic Gold Medalist, 2X World Champion, World Silver Medalist and 2X NCAA Champion)

2008 - Jason Chamberlain, Springville High School, Springville, Utah

2007 - Zachary Sanders, Wabasha-Kellogg High School, Wabasha, Minnesota

2006 - David Craig, Brandon High School, Brandon, Florida

2005 - Troy Nickerson, Chenango Forks High School, Chenango Forks, New York (NCAA Champion)

2004 - Coleman Scott, Waynesburg High School, Waynesburg, Pennsylvania (NCAA Champion and Olympic bronze medalist)

2003 - C.P. Schlatter, St. Paris Graham High School, Urbana, Ohio

2002 - Teyon Ware, Edmond North High School, Edmond, Oklahoma (2X NCAA Champion)

2001 - Steven Mocco, Blair Academy, Blairstown, New Jersey (2X NCAA Champion and Olympian)

2000 - Ben Connell, Lugoff-Elgin High School, Lugoff, South Carolina

1999 - Zach Roberson, Blue Valley North West High School, Overland Park, Kansas (NCAA Champion)

1998 - Garrett Lowney, Freedom High School, Appleton, Wisconsin (2X Olympian) and Justin Ruiz, Taylorsville High School, Salt Lake City, Utah (Olympian)

1997 - Jeff Knupp, Walsh Jesuit High School, Akron, Ohio

1996 - David Kjeldgaard, Lewis Central High School, Council Bluffs, Iowa

National Wrestling Hall of Fame & Museum

America’s shrine to the sport of wrestling, the National Wrestling Hall of Fame & Museum was founded as a nonprofit organization in 1976 to honor the sport of wrestling, preserve its history, recognize extraordinary individual achievements, and inspire future generations. The National Wrestling Hall of Fame has museums in Stillwater, Oklahoma, and Waterloo, Iowa. The Stillwater, Oklahoma, location reopened in June 2016 following a $3.8 million renovation and now features interactive exhibits and electronic kiosks, as well as the opportunity to watch NCAA Championship matches from the 1930s to present day. It also has the John T. Vaughan Hall of Honors where the greatest names in wrestling are recognized, including iconic granite plaques presented to Distinguished Members since the Hall of Fame opened in 1976. The museum has the largest collection of wrestling artifacts and memorabilia in the world, including the most collegiate and Olympic wrestling uniforms. Wrestling truly is for everyone and the diversity and accessibility of the sport continues to be highlighted through exhibits featuring females, African-Americans, Asian Americans, Native Americans, and Latino Americans. There is also a library featuring historical documents, including NCAA guides and results, as well as books on the sport. For more information about the Hall of Fame, please visit www.NWHOF.org.

Over the next few days, you’ll hear the Walsh Ironman referred to as featuring the “stars of tomorrow.” Just to reinforce that saying, we’ve taken a look at the 2024 NCAA DI All-Americans and flipped through the pages of Ironman records to see if they placed at this major high school tournament. 

I’m not sure what you’d expect, but these are the results. Just be aware that many states have travel restrictions, so there are plenty of collegiate stars who never had the opportunity to compete in the tournament, much less place. 

125 lbs

Champion: Richie Figueroa (Arizona State)  1st - 113 lbs (2018)

8th Place: Tanner Jordan (South Dakota State)  4th - 113 lbs (2017)
 

133 lbs

3rd Place: Ryan Crookham (Lehigh)  2nd - 126 lbs (2019), 3rd - 120 lbs (2018)

4th Place: Nasir Bailey (Little Rock)  6th - 138 lbs (2022), 1st - 132 lbs (2021), 5th - 120 lbs (2019)

5th Place: Dylan Ragusin (Michigan)  4th - 126 lbs (2019), 7th - 126 lbs (2018), 3rd - 113 lbs (2017)

7th Place: Dylan Shawver (Rutgers)  3rd - 126 lbs (2019), 5th - 126 lbs (2018)

8th Place: Kai Orine (NC State)  3rd - 126 lbs (2018)

141 lbs

Runner-Up: Beau Bartlett (Penn State)  2nd - 138 lbs (2019), 5th - 132 lbs (2018), 3rd - 126 lbs (2017), 1st - 120 lbs (2016)

3rd Place: Brock Hardy (Nebraska)  1st - 145 lbs (2017)

4th Place: Real Woods (Iowa)  2nd - 132 lbs (2017), 4th - 126 lbs (2016), 1st - 113 lbs (2015), 4th - 106 lbs (2014)

6th Place: Lachlan McNeil (North Carolina)  1st - 145 (2019), 4th - 120 (2018)
 

149 lbs

3rd Place: Tyler Kasak (Penn State)  1st - 138 lbs (2021)
 

157 lbs

4th Place: Daniel Cardenas (Stanford)  1st - 150 lbs (2021)

6th Place: Bryce Andonian (Virginia Tech)  6th - 145 lbs (2018), 3rd - 120 (2016)
 

165 lbs

Champion: David Carr (Iowa State)  1st - 152 lbs (2017), 2nd - 152 lbs (2016), 1st - 145 lbs (2015), 5th - 138 lbs (2014)

7th Place: Peyton Hall (West Virginia)  3rd - 152 lbs (2019), 7th - 138 lbs (2018), 7th - 126 lbs (2017)
 

174 lbs

Runner-Up: Rocco Welsh (Ohio State)  1st - 175 lbs (2022), 1st - 165 lbs (2021), 5th - 126 lbs (2019)
 

184 lbs

7th Place: TJ Stewart (Virginia Tech)  1st - 215 lbs (2021)

197 lbs

7th Place: Stephen Little (Little Rock)  5th - 190 lbs (2021)

8th Place: Michael Beard (Lehigh)  1st - 195 lbs (2017), 1st - 182 lbs (2016), 3rd - 182 lbs (2015), 6th - 160 lbs (2014)
 

285 lbs

5th Place: Nick Feldman (Ohio State)  1st - 285 lbs (2021), 2nd - 195 lbs (2019)

6th Place: Cohlton Schultz (Arizona State)  1st - 285 lbs (2018), 1st - 285 lbs (2017), 2nd - 220 lbs (2016), 2nd - 220 lbs (2015)

By Kelley S. Hughes

NCAA wrestling champion John Hughes was eager and enthusiastic to come back to Happy Valley for another competition.

This time, however, he wasn’t back to wrestle.

Instead, his journey is that of pursuing excellence: bringing quality wrestling into Pennsylvania. The competition was fierce, with high-level action and great sportsmanship displayed by coaches, wrestlers, and fans, according to head official Brad Strubel, who officiated the event.

More than 400 spectators came to watch America’s Wrestling Cup’s inaugural competition unfold at the Nittany Valley Sports Centre October 25-27, according to John Hughes, Executive Director, America’s Wrestling Cup.

Hughes’ determination and grit secured more than 1,665 individual wrestling matches which included 75 exhibition matches to Happy Valley.

“Pursuing excellence (Consequi Excellentiam-our motto) is a journey, not a destination,” said Hughes. “My parents, Scotty and Tucker Hughes, taught me the meaning of hard work on our family farm, Never Done Farm, where there’s always more to be done. Growing up at the farm inspired me to dream big. It still does. It shows me that with effort and the right attitude, anything is possible. Through wrestling, I’ve built core values like character, integrity, dedication, punctuality, grit, determination, and resilience – qualities every CEO in America seeks."

Hughes’ first leg of the AWC journey was to provide quality over quantity in wrestling competition. He secured 6 mats and 300 wrestlers, with the help of many coaches. Hughes also contacted and received assistance from PAUSA State Chairman Joe Stabilito, Sr. “I’ve been friends with John’s family since he was 10.”  Hughes’ aim: provide the best pre-season competition they could find on the East Coast.

 Additionally, he wanted to ensure those wrestlers and their families would enjoy their time in Happy Valley. Hughes succeeded partnering with the Happy Valley Adventure Bureau, USA Wrestling, PAUSA Wrestling, Happy Valley Sports & Entertainment Alliance, Nittany Valley Sports Centre, RUDIS and EventPipe.

Wrestling club teams were diverse and represented more than 12 states, reaching as far as west as Kentucky and far north as Massachusetts. Representation came from MA, CT, NY, NJ, PA, DE, MD, VA, NC, WV, OH, and KY. Hughes’ alma mater wrestlers, K-8 and some high school wrestlers also made the 2-hour drive from Benton.

“Teams were from all over...a lot of great wrestlers at both (K-8 and high school) levels), said Benton High School head wrestling coach B.J. Wise who attended the event. “I can’t wait to see what John does with this,” said Wise, a former 2X PIAA state place runner up and 2X All-American for Delaware Valley University.

Team Mahindra, coached by Greg Humphreys and his son Josh Humphreys, NCAA wrestling runner-up and 3rd place winner, traveled from West Virginia. “Anytime our guys can compete with high-level competition, we want to be part of it…we knew we need to make the trip!”
Humphreys said.

“Our parents said they really enjoyed the convenience to the venue to the restaurants, hotels and PSU itself.”

Coaches and officials feedback seemed positive as well. Anthony Ciolino, head coach of Team Kong, Long Island, NY, expressed he enjoyed his first time to Happy Valley and the Penn State campus. “I have been coaching for more than 40 years and have never been here! I love it!” Ciolino said.

“Coach Ciolino and his talented Kong wrestlers brought some grit and fun to Happy Valley – true champions,” said Hughes. Team Kong wrestlers were victorious for AWC’s inaugural event. Handcrafted AWC authentic, rustic barnwood trophies Hughes designed were awarded to champions of boys K-8 division and boys high school division and outstanding wrestlers of each division. Future AWC events will include girls K-8 and high school division as Hughes’ program develops and grows.

“Wrestling started promptly on time which is always important. John Hughes was very accessible, on top of things and made sure all the wrestlers got as many matches as possible (8-9) matches.” added Strubel.

Noting the event was punctual, ending on time was important for visiting wrestlers and families as well. “The event ended on time giving us the ability to take in the Penn State experience and catch a PSU Ice Hockey and Soccer game experience on the same day, “said Chris Wagner, father of son Trey who competed for Team Kong. The Wagners are residents of Nazareth, Pa. 

“We’re thrilled with the success of the inaugural America’s Wrestling Cup this past weekend,” said Eric Engelbarts, STS – Executive Director, Happy Valley Sports & Entertainment Alliance.

The event showcased incredible athleticism and drew an enthusiastic crowd, proving passion for wrestling here in Happy Valley, according to Engelbarts.

“This partnership between the Happy Valley Sports & Entertainment Alliance and America’s Wrestling Cup has truly strengthened our commitment to supporting premiere events that bring excitement to our community,” added Engelbarts.

Hughes’ vision for America’s Wrestling Cup, one built on relationships and a shared journey is off to a great start. He welcomes everyone who wants to be part of the America’s Wrestling Cup experience.
 

106 lbs

Championship: Caleb Noble (Illinois) fall Sean Kenny (New Jersey)  5:45

Third place: Hayden Schwab (Iowa) fall Julian Rios (Massachusetts)  5:12

Fifth place: Brayden Wenrich (Pennsylvania) dec Turner Ross (Oklahoma)  4-0

Seventh place: Chase Karenbauer (Pennsylvania) dec Keegan Bassett (Pennsylvania)  4-0

113 lbs

Championship: Freddy Bachmann (Pennsylvania) over Johnathon McGinty (New Jersey)  4-2

Third place: Bradley Patterson (Georgia) maj CJ Caines (Pennsylvania)  12-3

Fifth place:Ignacio Villasenor (Oklahoma) maj Dunia Sibomana (New York)  13-2

Seventh place: Nikos Filipos (Pennsylvania) dec Oumar Tounkara (New York)  5-3

120 lbs

Championship: Christian Castillo (Iowa) dec Antonio Mills (Georgia)  6-5TB

Third place: Joseph Uhorchuk (Tennessee) dec Joe Bachmann (Pennsylvania)  6-0

Fifth place: Aydan Thomas (Oklahoma) dec Gauge Botero (Pennsylvania)  7-5

Seventh place: Grey Burnett (Ohio) dec Sean Willcox (California)  8-5

126 lbs

Championship: Anthony Knox (New Jersey) dec Aaron Seidel (Pennsylvania)  3-2

Third place: Moses Mendoza (California) dec Nathan Desmond (Pennsylvania)  7-4

Fifth place: Colin Martin (Virginia) MedFFT Ronnie Ramirez (California)

Seventh place: Nathan Carrillo (California) dec Dom Deputy (Pennsylvania)  5-2

132 lbs

Championship: Jax Forrest (Pennsylvania) dec Seth Mendoza (Illinois)  9-3

Third place: Jake Hockaday (Indiana) dec Layne Kleimann (Utah)  5-2

Fifth place: Zach Stewart (Illinois) MedFFT Gavin Mangano (New York)

Seventh place: Adrian DeJesus (New Jersey) maj Manuel Saldate (Nevada)  11-2

138 lbs

Championship: Sergio Vega (Arizona) maj Dalton Perry (Pennsylvania)  18-5

Third place: Tahir Parkins (Pennsylvania) dec Sam Herring (Pennsylvania)  11-5

Fifth place: Jayce Paridon (Florida) dec Tyler Traves (Virginia)  8-3

Seventh place: Jason Worthley (Utah) dec Eren Sement (Pennsylvania)  6-4
 

144 lbs

Championship: Bo Bassett (Pennsylvania) dec Daniel Zepeda (California)  10-7SV

Third place: Logan Paradice (Georgia) dec Joseph Toscano (California)  10-7

Fifth place: Noah Nininger (Virginia) dec Nikade Zinkin (California)  4-1

Seventh place: Mitchell Younger (Ohio) dec Nate Askew IV (North Carolina)  4-1
 

150 lbs

Championship: Landon Robideau (Minnesota) tech Blake Cosby (Michigan)  20-5

Third place: Dorian Olivarez (Texas) maj Chase Van Hoven (Virginia)  8-0

Fifth place:Collin Gaj (Pennsylvania) dec Devon Magro (Pennsylvania)  7-3

Seventh place: Zeno Moore (Florida) dec Beau Hickman (Oklahoma)  2-0
 

157 lbs

Championship: Will Denny (Illinois) dec Kollin Rath (Pennsylvania)  7-3

Third place: Melvin Miller (Pennsylvania) dec Brogan Tucker (Ohio)  5-4

Fifth place: Jacob Herm (Wisconsin) dec Ben Weader (Virginia)  9-8

Seventh place: Joey Canova (New Jersey) fall Leo Contino (California)  1:39

165 lbs

Championship: Asher Cunningham (Pennsylvania) dec Dominic Bambinelli (Georgia)  12-11

Third place: Salah Tsarni (Maryland) dec Liam Carlin (New York)  6-5

Fifth place: Aidan Costello (Indiana) fall Travis Grace (California)  Fall 2:27

Seventh place: Claudio Torres (Florida) maj Mario Carini (California)  11-3

175 lbs

Championship: Tyler Eise (California) fall Jordan Chapman (New Jersey)  2:45

Third place: Dylan Pile (California) MedFFT Jonathan Rocha (California)

Fifth place: Tyler Morrison (Pennsylvania) maj Waylon Cressell (Indiana)  11-3

Seventh place: Brian Heard (Pennsylvania) MedFFT Ethan Teague (Oklahoma)

190 lbs

Championship: Carson Thomas (Ohio) dec Vincenzo Lavalle (New Jersey)  7-1

Third place: Ryder Wilder (Georgia) dec Levi Bussey (California)  4-1SV

Fifth place: Brokton Borelli (California) MedFFT Lane Foard (Virginia)

Seventh place: Elijah Brown (Pennsylvania) Fall Alex Reyes (New Jersey)  Fall 3:47

215 lbs

Championship: Angelo Posada (California) fall Noah Weaver (Indiana)  Fall 1:56

Third place: Cade Ziola (Nebraska) maj Khale McDonnell (California)  10-2

Fifth place: Conor Delaney (New Jersey) dec Jason Singer (Pennsylvania)  5-2

Seventh place: Ashton Honnold (Iowa) maj Lincoln Carlson (Connecticut)  13-2

285 lbs

Championship: Dean Bechtold (Pennsylvania) dec Michael Mocco (Florida)  5-0

Third place: Mark Effendian (Pennsylvania) dec Jacob Levy (Georgia)  1-0

Fifth place: Mark Marin (California) MedFFT Landon Jobber-Spence (Virginia)

Seventh place: James Hartleroad (Indiana) MedFFT Mateo Vinciguerra (New Jersey)

Hunter Catka photo courtesy of Sam Janicki; SJanickiPhoto.com

The Super 32 begins tomorrow and it has become one of the marquee events in the high school wrestling landscape. Though most high schools don’t actually begin competition for another month and a half, the tournament serves as the unofficial starting point for another high school season. 

Looking back through the past medalists is like a who’s who of high school and collegiate wrestling. 

That’s exactly what we did as we looked at the last five years of Super 32 medalists and who they signed with (or will sign) to wrestle collegiately. 

We have listed the teams with the greatest number of Super 32 placewinners first and the number they have recruited is next to the school name in parentheses. If there is an asterisk next to a wrestler, that means they are committed to that program, but have yet to sign. If a wrestler has transferred, we have listed them with the school the originally signed with. 

Virginia Tech (20)

*Ryan Burton (NJ) - 2023 1st

Hunter Catka (PA) - 2019 1st

Dillon Campbell (OH) - 2021 6th, 2020 7th

Mac Church (PA) - 2022 5th, 2021 6th, 2020 4th, 2019 8th

Tom Crook (FL) - 2021 4th

Parker Ferrell (VA) - 2022 1st, 2021 3rd

Cooper Flynn (TN) - 2020 1st

*Drew Gorman (GA) - 2023 5th

Matt Henrich (NJ) - 2023 5th

Caleb Henson (GA) - 2020 1st

Sam Hillegas (PA) - 2019 8th

*Jayden James (NJ) - 2022 4th

Trey Kibe (PA) - 2019 4th

Aiden Lacoma (VA) - 2021 3rd

Hunter Mason (TN) - 2020 6th

*Noah Nininger (VA) - 2022 7th

*Aaron Seidel (PA) - 2023 1st, 2022 3rd

*Claudio Torres (FL) - 2023 5th

Clayton Ulrey (PA) - 2019 3rd

Nathan Warden (VA) - 2019 4th

NC State (17)

Jackson Arrington (PA) - 2021 2nd, 2020 5th

Koy Buesgens (MN) - 2022 3rd, 2021 2nd

*Will Denny (IL) - 2023 6th

*Dom Deputy (PA) - 2023 4th

Derek Fields (OH) - 2020 8th

Louie Gil (PA) - 2022 6th, 2021 8th

Chase Horne (GA) - 2021 1st, 2019 2nd

AJ Kovacs (CT) - 2019 5th

Gavin Linsman (MO) - 2023 8th

Joey Milano (PA) - 2020 3rd, 2019 7th

Vincent Robinson (IL) - 2021 4th

Latrell Schafer (GA) - 2023 4th, 2022 5th

Ed Scott (PA) - 2019 4th

Matthew Singleton (GA) - 2021 1st, 2020 2nd

Skylar Smith (TX) - 2019 7th

Isaac Trumble (NE) - 2019 3rd

*Brogan Tucker (OH) - 2023 5th
 

Iowa State (15)

*Christian Castillo (AZ) - 2023 4th, 2022 1st, 2021 6th

Cody Chittum (TN) - 2021 1st

Evan Frost (LA) - 2020 8th

Jacob Frost (LA) - 2020 4th

MJ Gaitan (CA) - 2021 1st, 2020 5th

Daniel Herrera (CA) - 2023 2nd

Paniro Johnson (PA) - 2020 4th

Conor Knopick (NE) - 2020 5th

Adrian Meza (AZ) - 2023 6th

Tate Naaktgeboren (IA) - 2022 2nd, 2021 5th

*Carter Pearson (IA) - 2022 7th

Zach Redding (NY) - 2019 7th

Cameron Robinson (PA) - 2019 6th

Manny Rojas (MI) - 2020 1st

Casey Swiderski (MI) - 2020 4th
 

Michigan (14)

Joel Adams (NE) - 2022 6th, 2021 2nd

Cam Catrabone (MI) - 2023 2nd, 2022 6th, 2021 3rd

*Jude Correa (NH) - 2022 1st, 2021 4th

Dylan Gilcher (MI) - 2022 1st, 2021 7th, 2019 4th

*Cooper Hilton (TN) - 2021 7th

Caden Horwath (MI) - 2020 1st

Chance Lamer (OR) - 2020 2nd

Sergio Lemley (IN) - 2022 1st, 2021 5th

Beau Mantanona (CA) - 2021 1st

Brock Mantanona (CA) - 2022 2nd

Rylan Rogers (ID) - 2021 1st

Nick Sahakian (CA) - 2023 1st, 2022 7th

Joseph Walker (IN) - 2019 3rd

Hayden Walters (OR) - 2022 1st, 2021 5th, 2020 5th
 

Ohio State (14)

Gavin Bell (OH) - 2019 5th

Ethan Birden (OH) - 2023 3rd

Nic Bouzakis (PA) - 2021 1st, 2020 1st, 2019 1st

*Vince Bouzakis (PA) - 2023 3rd, 2022 2nd

Gavin Brown (OH) - 2021 6th

Ben Davino (IL) - 2023 3rd, 2022 1st

Vinny Kilkeary (PA) - 2022 5th, 2022 4th, 2020 1st

Jesse Mendez (IN) - 2019 5th

Michael Misita (NJ) - 2019 7th

Carter Neves (OH) - 2020 8th

Ryder Rogotzke (MN) - 2022 1st, 2021 1st

*Maddox Shaw (PA) - 2023 1st

Seth Shumate (OH) - 2020 5th

Rocco Welsh (PA) - 2022 1st, 2021 2nd, 2020 2nd
 

Stanford (13)

Daniel Cardenas (CO) - 2020 7th

Grigor Cholakyan (CA) - 2022 4th

Jack Darrah (MO) - 2021 4th

Hunter Garvin (IA) - 2020 3rd

Collin Guffey (CA) - 2022 8th

Cole Han-Lindemyer (MN) - 2023 2nd, 2022 5th

Zach Hanson (MN) - 2022 4th

Jacob Joyce (RI) - 2022 7th

EJ Parco (CA) - 2023 7th

Dylan Pile (CA) - 2023 8th

Nico Provo (CT) - 2019 1st

Aden Valencia (CA) - 2022 4th, 2021 2nd

Abe Wójcikiewicz (IL) - 2022 6th
 

Penn State (12)

Austin Boone (MI) - 2019 3rd

Braeden Davis (MI) - 2022 3rd, 2020 2nd

*Nathan Desmond (PA) - 2023 2nd, 2022 5th, 2021 5th

*PJ Duke (NY) - 2022 1st, 2021 1st, 2020 2nd

Erik Gibson (PA) - 2020 7th

Levi Haines (PA) - 2021 2nd, 2020 2nd

Tyler Kasak (PA) - 2021 5th, 2020 7th

Luke Lilledahl (MO) - 2022 1st, 2021 1st

Mitchell Mesenbrink (WI) - 2021 7th, 2020 6th

*Dalton Perry (PA) - 2023 8th, 2021 4th

Zack Ryder (NY) - 2021 5th

Joe Sealey (PA) - 2022 3rd, 2021 2nd

 

Nebraska (11)

LJ Araujo (ND) - 2023 1st

Omar Ayoub (OH) - 2022 5th, 2021 5th

Jagger Condomitti (PA) - 2019 7th

Weston Dalton (CO) - 2022 2nd

*Tyler Eise (CO) - 2022 3rd

Alan Koehler (MN) - 2021 7th

Kael Lauridsen (NE) - 2021 7th, 2020 7th

Camden McDanel (OH) - 2022 4th

Matthew Moore (CO) - 2022 3rd, 2021 5th

Lenny Pinto (PA) - 2019 5th

*Cade Ziola (NE) - 2023 7th

 

Cornell (10)

Lou Cerchio (NJ) - 2022 4th

Vince Cornella (CO) - 2020 3rd

*Adrian DeJesus (NJ) - 2023 3rd, 2021 3rd

Aiden Hanning (NH) - 2020 4th

Jaxon Joy (OH) - 2023 3rd

*Anthony Knox (NJ) - 2023 1st, 2022 2nd, 2021 1st, 2020 4th

Marcello Milani (MI) - 2022 4th

*Alessio Perentin (NJ) - 2023 5th, 2022 7th

Joshua Saunders (MO) - 2019 2nd

*Sergio Vega (AZ) - 2023 2nd
 

Indiana (10)

*Jackson Blum (MI) - 2023 7th

Santos Cantu (OR) - 2019 1st

Jake Evans (OH) - 2019 6th

Derek Gilcher (MI) - 2019 5th

Sam Goin (IN) - 2022 4th

Tyler Guerra (IL) - 2023 7th

Nick Pavlechko (PA) - 2023 4th

Henry Porter (CA) - 2020 7th

Gabe Sollars (IN) - 2021 4th

*Carson Thomas (OH) - 2023 5th
 

Missouri (10)

*Dom Bambinelli (GA) - 2023 2nd, 2022 6th

Jake Crapps (GA) - 2023 8th, 2022 6th, 2021 2nd

Joshua Edmond (MI) - 2019 4th

Carter McCallister (MO) - 2022 7th, 2019 7th

*Seth Mendoza (IL) - 2023 5th, 2022 2nd, 2021 4th

Nate Pulliam (MO) - 2020 8th

*Kollin Rath (PA) - 2023 1st, 2022 3rd, 2021 7th, 2020 8th

Zeke Seltzer (IN) - 2021 5th, 2020 3rd

Aeoden Sinclair (WI) - 2023 1st, 2022 2nd, 2021 7th

Clayton Whiting (WI) - 2021 2nd, 2020 3rd
 

North Carolina (10)

Gavin Kane (GA) - 2019 2nd

Caden McCrary (GA) - 2020 1st, 2019 6th

Lachlan McNeil (ON) - 2019 1st

Spencer Moore (KY) - 2020 6th, 2019 6th

Danny Nini (FL) - 2021 3rd

Nik O’Neill (PA) - 2023 4th

Noah Pettigrew (GA) - 2020 2nd

Aidan Schlett (NJ) - 2022 4th

Jayden Scott (NY) - 2020 7th

Luke Simcox (PA) - 2023 6th, 2022 8th
 

Oklahoma State (10)

Christian Carroll (IN) - 2021 1st, 2020 1st

AJ Heeg (OK) - 2022 3rd

*Ladarion Lockett (OK) - 2023 1st, 2022 1st

JJ McComas (OK) - 2023 2nd

*Beau Hickman (OK) - 2023 7th

*Ronnie Ramirez (CA) - 2023 3rd

*Landon Robideau (MN) - 2023 2nd, 2022 7th

*Kody Routledge (OK) - 2023 2nd

Brayden Thompson (IL) - 2021 3rd

Jordan Williams (OK) - 2019 1st
 

Rutgers (10)

Luke Gayer (CA) - 2021 4th

Mason Gibson (PA) - 2022 2nd, 2020 2nd, 2019 1st

Conner Harer (PA) - 2023 3rd, 2022 3rd

Alex Nini (NJ) - 2021 8th

*Tahir Parkins (PA) - 2023 8th, 2022 8th

Dean Peterson (NJ) - 2019 5th

John Poznanski (NJ) - 2019 2nd

Ayden Smith (PA) - 2023 5th

Brian Soldano (NJ) - 2021 3rd, 2020 1st, 2019 3rd

Tony White (NJ) - 2020 4th

Wisconsin (10)

Braxton Amos (WV) - 2019 1st

Graham Calhoun (IN) - 2019 7th

Lucas Condon (CA) - 2022 7th

Zan Fugitt (MO) - 2022 4th, 2021 3rd, 2020 6th

Julian George (NJ) - 2022 8th

Dean Hamiti (IL) - 2020 1st

Felix Lettini (NJ) - 2021 8th

James Rowley (OR) - 2020 2nd

Dylan Russo (OH) - 2022 2nd, 2021 5th

Mikey Tal-Shahar (FL) - 2021 8th
 

Arizona State (9)

Carter Dibert (PA) - 2019 3rd

Michael Kilic (GA) - 2021 6th, 2020 3rd

Kaleb Larkin (AZ) - 2021 7th

Kyler Larkin (AZ) - 2023 4th, 2022 6th

*Harvey Ludington (NJ) - 2023 6th

Jacob Meissner (MN) - 2021 5th

Mykey Ramos (AZ) - 2020 6th

Nicco Ruiz (CA) - 2022 2nd, 2021 1st

Cael Valencia (CA) - 2019 1st
 

Princeton (9)

Anthony Clark (NJ) - 2019 6th

Xavier Giles (NY) - 2023 6th

Drew Heethuis (MI) - 2022 6th

*Vincenzo Lavalle (NJ) - 2022 8th

Jacob Mann (MO) - 2020 7th

Kole Mulhauser (NY) - 2021 6th

Eligh Rivera (FL) - 2021 7th

Ethan Rivera (FL) - 2023 5th

Ty Whalen (NJ) - 2021 3rd, 2020 6th
 

South Dakota State (9)

Bennett Berge (MN) - 2020 2nd, 2019 8th

Alek Martin (OH) - 2020 1st, 2019 3rd

Quin Morgan (MN) - 2023 4th

Roman Rogotzke (MN) - 2020 7th

Cael Swensen (MN) - 2020 5th

Logan Swensen (MN) - 2023 7th

Jared Thiry (IA) - 2022 5th

Caleb Thoennes (MN) - 2020 8th

Kail Wynia (MN) - 2021 6th

Iowa (8)

Drake Ayala (IA) - 2020 1st

Angelo Ferrari (TX) - 2021 3rd

Kolby Franklin (PA) - 2021 3rd

Mickey Griffith (IA) - 2021 7th

Wyatt Henson (PA) - 2019 3rd

Bretli Reyna (FL) - 2019 1st

Nate Jesuroga (IA) - 2021 1st, 2020 3rd

Kael Voinovich (IA) - 2023 4th
 

Army West Point (7)

Joseph Antonio (CA) - 2023 2nd

Andrew Christie (PA) - 2022 6th

Gage Cook (WA) - 2020 5th

Charlie Farmer (IL) - 2019 5th

Gunner Filipowicz (GA) - 2021 6th

Cooper Haase (FL) - 2022 4th

Dakota Morris (NJ) - 2021 7th
 

Oklahoma (7)

Alex Braun (MN) - 2023 3rd

*Sebastian DeGenarro (FL) - 2022 3rd

*Anthony Harris (NJ) - 2023 1st

Beric Jordan (OH) - 2020 5th

Grayden Penner (MO) - 2019 1st

Caleb Tanner (OK) - 2019 4th

Andres Thompson (MT) - 2023 5th
 

Penn (7)

Alex Almeyda (NJ) - 2019 3rd

Martin Cosgrove (NJ) - 2021 2nd, 2020 3rd

Kelly Dunnigan (NJ) - 2020 8th

Max Gallagher (NY) - 2022 5th

Nico Nardone (NJ) - 2020 2nd

*Eren Sement (PA) - 2023 6th

Nathan Taylor (CT) - 2022 8th
 

Virginia (7)

Michael Gioffre (CA) - 2021 6th

*Rocco Hayes (IL) - 2023 2nd

Dom Isola (FL) - 2019 8th

Kyle Monteperto (NC) - 2020 5th

Patrick Noonan (PA) - 2019 4th

Erik Roggie (VA) - 2019 6th

Keyveon Roller (TN) - 2020 6th
 

Lehigh (6)

Carter Bailey (CA) - 2020 7th

Manzona Bryant (OH) - 2019 5th

Dom Federici (PA) - 2023 3rd, 2022 5th

Kelvin Griffin (ME) - 2020 8th

Calvin Lachman (PA) - 2023 6th

Thayne Lawrence (PA) - 2019 2nd
 

Maryland (6)

Braxton Brown (TX) - 2019 4th

Branson John (CA) - 2023 8th

Garrett Kappes (MD) - 2019 6th

Dario Lemus (CA) - 2021 4th

Jaxon Smith (GA) - 2019 4th

Oscar Williams (OK) - 2023 3rd
 

Minnesota (6)

Blaine Brenner (WI) - 2020 8th

Leo Contino (CA) - 2023 4th

Hunter Lyden (MN) - 2020 4th

Gavin Nelson (MN) - 2020 2nd

Troy Spratley (OK) - 2020 2nd, 2019 7th

Bennett Tabor (MN) - 2020 1st, 2019 4th
 

Navy (6)

Brennan Cernus (IN) - 2021 6th

Josh Koderhandt (IL) - 2020 5th

Elijah Penton (FL) - 2023 7th

Spencer Lanosga (LA) - 2023 3rd

Jonathan Ley (FL) - 2021 4th, 2020 3rd

Sammy Starr (PA) - 2020 8th

Northwestern (6)

Evan Bates (IN) - 2020 7th, 2019 5th

Sam Cartella (OH) - 2022 7th

August Hibler (NJ) - 2023 6th

Joseph Martin (CA) - 2019 7th

Dirk Morley (CO) - 2022 6th

Joel Vandevere (IL) - 2019 1st
 

Wyoming (6)

Garrison Dendy (TN) - 2020 6th

Mason Ding (TX) - 2020 3rd

*Gunner Henry (IN) - 2023 8th

Joey Novak (MN) - 2022 5th

Quayin Short (MN) - 2019 8th

Jore Volk (MN) - 2020 4th
 

Air Force (5)

John Martin Best (WV) - 2019 6th

Bryan Burburija (IL) - 2022 6th

Myles Johnson (OH) - 2022 7th

*Rylan Kuhn (MO) - 2023 6th

Karson Tompkins (TX) - 2023 4th
 

Bucknell (5)

Dillon Bechtold (PA) - 2023 5th

Dorian Crosby (PA) - 2019 4th

Noah Mulvaney (WI) - 2022 8th

Logan Shepherd (OH) - 2021 2nd

Austin Walley (PA) - 2019 8th
 

Campbell (5)

Wynton Denkins (OH) - 2022 8th

Brandon Hoselton (IL) - 2019 2nd

Conor Maslanek (NH) - 2020 6th

Chad Nix (FL) - 2019 3rd

Justin Rivera (FL) - 2019 2nd

Harvard (5)

Kenny Herrmann (PA) - 2019 2nd

Nolan Liess (NY) - 2023 8th

Hudson Skove (NJ) - 2023 8th

Diego Sotelo (IL) - 2020 3rd

Alex Whitworth (TN) - 2020 4th
 

Northern Iowa (5)

Adam Ahrendsen (IA) - 2020 6th

Julian Farber (GA) - 2019 8th

Cory Land (AL) - 2021 2nd, 2020 3rd, 2019 2nd

Logan Paradice (GA) - 2023 4th

CJ Walrath (IA) - 2022 7th, 2021 8th

Pittsburgh (5)

Mick Burnett (OH) - 2019 5th

Dylan Evans (PA) - 2021 5th

Ethan Finch (PA) - 2020 4th

Grant Mackay (PA) - 2020 8th

Colby Whitehill (PA) - 2019 5th
 

Purdue (5)

Joey Blaze (OH) - 2022 1st, 2021 8th

Greyson Clark (WI) - 2022 3rd, 2021 8th

Hayden Copass (IL) - 2019 2nd

Gerrit Nijenhuis (PA) - 2019 1st

Jake Rundell (IL) - 2019 3rd
 

West Virginia (5)

Peyton Hall (WV) - 2019 2nd

Rune Lawrence (PA) - 2023 2nd, 2022 3rd, 2021 4th

Brayden Roberts (WV) - 2019 3rd

Jordan Titus (NY) - 2019 4th

Ty Watters (PA) - 2022 2nd
 

Appalachian State (4)

Carson Floyd (NC) - 2021 7th

Francis Morrissey (GA) - 2019 6th

Triston Norris (NC) - 2020 4th

Ethan Oakley (NC) - 2019 8th
 

Illinois (4)

Marko Ivanisevic (IL) - 2023 7th

Luke Odom (IL) - 2019 4th

Maximo Renteria (CA) - 2019 2nd

Kannon Webster (IL) - 2023 3rd

Little Rock (4)

Brendon Abdon (FL) - 2021 8th

KJ Miley (MO) - 2021 2nd, 2019 7th

Jeremiah Reno (MO) - 2019 5th

Jake Stacey (TN) - 2023 6th
 

Michigan State (4)

Caleb Fish (MI) - 2019 8th

Darius Marines (MI) - 2023 6th

Chase Saldate (CA) - 2019 1st

Cory Thomas (MI) - 2023 7th
 

North Dakota State (4)

Fernando Barreto (CA) - 2021 8th

Michael Caliendo (IL) - 2020 6th

Max Magayna (IA) - 2022 7th

Zeke Witt (KS) - 2023 7th

Oregon State (4)

Isaiah Anderson (WA) - 2020 8th

Aden Attao (ID) - 2022 4th

TJ McDonnell (CA) - 2022 6th 

Justin Rademacher (OR) - 2021 6th
 

Binghamton (3)

Will Ebert (CT) - 2021 5th

Nate Lucier (PA) - 2020 5th

Charlie Tibbitts (NY) - 2021 8th
 

California Baptist (3)

Max Acciardi (NJ) - 2021 4th

Paul Kelly (CA) - 2023 4th

Carter Schubert (NY) - 2022 5th
 

Columbia (3)

Aaron Ayzerov (NJ) - 2020 5th

Nick Babin (NJ) - 2019 8th

Richard Fedalen (MD) - 2021 4th
 

Northern Colorado (3)

Benji Alanis (AZ) - 2020 5th

Xavier Doolin (MO) - 2020 6th

Brady Hankin (CO) - 2019 8th
 

American (2)

JJ Peace (SC) - 2023 6th

Lucas White (MO) - 2020 7th
 

Cal Poly (2)

Daschle Lamer (OR) - 2022 2nd

Dom Mendez (CA) - 2021 6th
 

Central Michigan (2)

Caden Ferris (MI) - 2021 8th

Aidan Fockler (OH) - 2022 2nd, 2021 6th
 

Chattanooga (2)

Cole Cochran (GA) - 2021 8th

Landon Jones (GA) - 2023 4th
 

Kent State (2)

Enrique Munguia (OH) - 2020 3rd

Riley Ucker (OH) - 2021 7th
 

Lock Haven (2)

Tucker Hogan (PA) - 2023 3rd

Tyler Stoltzfus (PA) - 2019 6th
 

Presbyterian (2)

Nathan Carnes (NC) - 2022 7th

Dominic Chavez (TX) - 2019 6th

Rider (2)

Hunter Mays (NJ) - 2021 3rd

Brock Zurawski (NJ) - 2022 4th, 2021 8th

 

Bloomsburg (1)

Antoine Allen (OH) - 2019 6th
 

Brown (1)

Dom Frontino (PA) - 2022 8th
 

Clarion (1)

John Meyers (PA) - 2019 6th
 

Davidson (1)

Bryce Griffin (IL) - 2023 7th
 

Drexel (1)

Kyle Hauserman (PA) - 2020 4th
 

Duke (1)

Jack Wimmer (MD) - 2019 6th
 

George Mason (1)

Avery Bassett (PA) - 2019 8th
 

Hofstra (1)

Danny Church (PA) - 2022 6th
 

SIU Edwardsville (1)

Collin Arch (MO) - 2022 5th
 

Utah Valley (1)

Jax Garoutte (CO) - 2019 7th
 

We’re officially into Super 32 week! The nation’s toughest preseason high school event will kick off on Friday from Greensboro, North Carolina. On our sister site, MatScouts, Willie has posted seeds for each weight class, videos detailing the seeding, and notable entries by weight. Surely he'll have more content this week. 

As we typically focus on the collegiate game, the question was, “How does success at the Super 32 correlate to NCAA success?” 

The two generally go hand-in-hand. The wrestlers you’ll see this week placing in the top ten and winning the coveted championship belts are typically the same ones winning at the DI level. 

In fact, 41 of the 80 2024 All-Americans finished in the top eight at the Super 32 at least once in their high school careers. Seven of the ten NCAA champions were medalists at the tournament. 

That isn’t to say that the Super 32 is the be-all, end-all when it comes to determining a high school prospect’s future. NCAA champions Jesse Mendez and Greg Kerkvliet topped out at fifth and fourth place, respectively. 

Below, we’ve gone weight-by-weight to review the 2024 DI All-Americans who placed in the top eight at the Super 32 at least once in their high school careers. They are listed by their NCAA placement along with their 2024 school - followed by their Super 32 placement and year(s). 
 

125 lbs

Champion: Richie Figueroa (Arizona State) -1st (2018), 2nd (2017)

Runner-Up: Drake Ayala (Iowa) - 1st (2020), 2nd (2018)

Third Place: Anthony Noto (Lock Haven) - 7th (2017)

Fourth Place: Eric Barnett (Wisconsin) - 2nd (2017)

Seventh Place: Jore Volk (Wyoming) - 4th (2020)

 

133 lbs

Champion: Vito Arujau (Cornell) - 1st (2016), 3rd (2015)

Runner-Up: Daton Fix (Oklahoma State) - 4th (2015), 2nd (2014)

Third Place: Ryan Crookham (Lehigh) - 1st (2017)

Fourth Place: Nasir Bailey (Little Rock) - 8th (2018)

Sixth Place: Evan Frost (Iowa State) - 8th (2020)

Eighth Place: Kai Orine (NC State) - 5th (2018)

 

141 lbs

Champion: Jesse Mendez (Ohio State) - 5th (2019)

Runner-Up: Beau Bartlett (Penn State) - 2nd (2018), 2nd (2019)

Sixth Place: Lachlan McNeil (North Carolina) - 1st (2019)

Seventh Place: Ryan Jack (NC State) - 2nd (2018)
 

149 lbs

Champion: Caleb Henson (Virginia Tech) - 1st (2020), 6th (2018)

Third Place: Tyler Kasak (Penn State) - 5th (2021), 7th (2020)

Fourth Place: Ty Watters (West Virginia) - 2nd (2022)

Seventh Place: Casey Swiderski (Iowa State) - 4th (2020)

Eighth Place: Quinn Kinner (Rider) - 3rd (2017), 4th (2015)
 

157 lbs

Champion: Levi Haines (Penn State) - 2nd (2021), 2nd (2020)

Runner-Up: Jacori Teemer (Arizona State) - 3rd (2016)

Fourth Place: Daniel Cardenas (Stanford) - 7th (2020), 5th (2018)
 

165 lbs

Champion: David Carr (Iowa State) - 1st (2015)

Runner-Up: Mitchell Mesenbrink (Penn State) - 7th (2021), 6th (2020)

Third Place: Keegan O’Toole (Missouri) - 1st (2018)

Fourth Place: Mikey Caliendo (Iowa) - 6th (2020)

Sixth Place: Hunter Garvin (Stanford) - 3rd (2020)

Seventh Place: Peyton Hall (West Virginia) - 2nd (2019), 5th (2018)
 

174 lbs

Runner-Up: Rocco Welsh (Ohio State) - 1st (2022), 2nd (2021), 2nd (2020)

Third Place: Shane Griffith (Michigan) - 1st (2015)

Fourth Place: Mekhi Lewis (Virginia Tech) - 6th (2016)
 

184 lbs

Runner-Up: Dustin Plott (Oklahoma State) - 1st (2018), 2nd (2017)

Fourth Place: Bennett Berge (South Dakota State) - 2nd (2020), 8th (2019)

197 lbs

Runner-Up: Trent Hidlay (NC State) - 4th (2017), 3rd (2016), 7th (2015)

Fourth Place: Jacob Cardenas (Cornell) - 1st (2018)

Sixth Place: Rocky Elam (Missouri) -3rd (2018)
 

285 lbs

Champion: Greg Kerkvliet (Penn State) - 4th (2016)

Runner-Up: Lucas Davison (Michigan) - 2nd (2017)

Third Place: Wyatt Hendrickson (Air Force) - 2nd (2018)

Seventh Place: Yaraslau Slavikouski (Rutgers) - 6th (2017)

Sunday’s Who’s Number One dual marked the 12th time that FloWrestling has put on their annual dual meet pitting top high school wrestlers against each other. With 12 years of data at our disposal, there are some interesting facts and trends that have developed regarding the event. That’s where we come in today. 

In addition, the 2024 edition marked the fourth year of full girls' dual meet competition (prior to that a few girls' matches were sprinkled in) - which means we can start to evaluate the girls' event in the same way. 

Along with the trends that emerged from the 2024 dual, we have also included some facts about the famous alumni from Who’s Number One’s of the past. How many NCAA champions have participated? Have there been any previews of NCAA finals? Those and more:

Anthony Knox’s win made him the first wrestler to earn wins at four different Who’s #1 events. Jax Forrest has an opportunity to join him next year as he won for the third straight year. 

Bo Bassett also joined the exclusive club of wrestlers who have won in multiple years at Who’s #1. In 2022, he defeated Seth Mendoza. 

Jayden James joined Angelo Ferrari (2022), Gabe Arnold (2021), Jesse Mendez (2020), Shayne Van Ness (2019), JoJo Aragona (2018), and Chad Red Jr (2015) as wrestlers who have won multiple Who’s #1 match on the same night. 

Ignacio Villasenor is the first Colorado native to win a match at Who’s #1 since Andrew Alirez in 2018 and only the second all-time. 

Cade Ziola became the first Nebraska native to earn a win at Who’s #1. 

Jude Correa’s win at heavyweight marked the first time a New Hampshire native earned a win or was even selected (for the boy’s event). 

Now that we’ve had a few years of girls' WNO events, we can find some trends within their competition. 

The most glaring is that Everest Leydecker is the first girl to earn wins at three different Who’s #1 events. 

In addition, Morgan Turner, Isabella Marie Gonzales, and Taina Fernandez all won their second Who’s #1 match. 

Bella Williams (Oklahoma) and Janiya Johnson (Tennessee) are the first girls from their respective states to compete in Who’s Number One and obviously the first to earn wins. 

Sarah Henckel is the first Connecticut native to post a win in the girl's event; however, she competed in the 2022 version. 

Since the advent of full WNO cards for girls (2021), this is the first year without a fall in any match. That likely speaks to the increased level of competition and talent in girls' high school wrestling. 

With Taina McGowan participating in the girls event, it marks the fourth time that a brother/sister combination has been part of this event. Her brother, Marc-Anthony, wrestled in the 2022 dual. Other past combinations include Sarah and Will Henckel, Gabriella and Austin Gomez, and Gracie and Richie Figueroa. 

Some fun historical notes related to Who’s Number One and their alumni (for the boys event - at this time). 

NCAA Champions who have wrestled in Who’s Number One? (20)

Andrew Alirez (Northern Colorado)

Roman Bravo-Young (Penn State)

David Carr (Iowa State)

Yianni Diakomihalis (Cornell)

Richie Figueroa (Arizona State)

Pat Glory (Princeton)

Shane Griffith (Stanford/Michigan)

Seth Gross (Iowa/South Dakota State/Wisconsin)

Levi Haines (Penn State)

Mark Hall (Penn State)

Caleb Henson (Virginia Tech)

Vincenzo Joseph (Penn State)

Nick Lee (Penn State)

Myles Martin (Ohio State)

Jesse Mendez (Ohio State)

Jason Nolf (Penn State)

Keegan O’Toole (Missouri)

Gable Steveson (Minnesota)

Nick Suriano (Penn State/Rutgers/Michigan)

Zahid Valencia (Arizona State)
 

NCAA Championships without a win at Who’s Number One? (5)

Roman Bravo-Young, Yianni Diakomihalis, Shane Griffith, Seth Gross, Myles Martin
 

Eventual NCAA finals previews at Who’s Number One (2)

Nick Suriano (NJ) over Daton Fix (OK) - 2015

Drake Ayala (IA) over Richie Figueroa (CA) - 2020
 

Matches between eventual NCAA finalists at Who’s Number One? (7)

Jason Nolf (PA) over Joey McKenna (NJ) - 2013

Zahid Valencia (CA) over Myles Martin (NJ) - 2014

Nick Suriano (NJ) over Daton Fix (OK) - 2014

Luke Pletcher (PA) over Yianni Diakomihalis (NY) - 2015

Nick Lee (IN) over Sammy Sasso (PA) - 2016

Daton Fix (OK) over Austin Gomez (IL) - 2016

Drake Ayala (IA) over Richie Figueroa (CA) - 2020

Matches between eventual NCAA All-Americans at Who’s Number One? (20)

Jason Nolf (PA) over Joey McKenna (NJ) - 2013

Zahid Valencia (CA) over Myles Martin (NJ) - 2014

Mark Hall (MN) over Anthony Valencia (CA) - 2014

Larry Early (IL) over Joseph Smith (OK) - 2014

David McFadden (NJ) over Isaiah White (IL) - 2014

Kaid Brock (OK) over Nick Piccininni (OK) - 2014

Nick Suriano (NJ) over Daton Fix (OK) - 2014

Gable Steveson (MN) over Jordan Wood (PA) - 2015

Chad Red Jr. (IN) over Luke Pletcher (PA) - 2015

Luke Pletcher (PA) over Yianni Diakomihalis (NY) - 2015

Chad Red Jr. (IN) over Taylor LaMont (UT) - 2015

Mikey Labriola (PA) over Travis Wittlake (OR) - 2016

Nick Lee (IN) over Sammy Sasso (PA) - 2016

Daton Fix (OK) over Austin Gomez (IL) - 2016

Gavin Hoffman (PA) over Michael Beard (PA) - 2017

Keegan O’Toole (WI) over Jaden Abas (CA) - 2018

Shayne Van Ness (NJ) over Jesse Mendez (IN) - 2019

Jesse Mendez (IN) over Ryan Jack (CT) - 2019

Drake Ayala (IA) over Richie Figueroa (CA) - 2020

Casey Swiderski (MI) over Jesse Mendez (IN) - 2021
 

Who’s Number One Matches Between Eventual College Teammates (4)

Oklahoma State: Kaid Brock (OK) over Nick Piccininni (OK) - 2014

Penn State: Gavin Teasdale (PA) over Roman Bravo-Young (AZ) - 2015

Penn State: Levi Haines (PA) over Josh Barr (MI) - 2021

Penn State: Joe Sealey (NC) over Will Henckel (CT) - 2023 (Henckel has yet to sign)

Senior World/Olympic medalists who have competed at Who’s Number One? (6)

Zahid Valencia (CA) - 2014

Daton Fix (OK) - 2014, 2015

Gable Steveson (MN) - 2015

Yianni Diakomihalis (NY) - 2015

Macey Kilty (WI) - 2018

Kennedy Blades (IL) - 2018

DI All-Americans who have competed at Who’s Number One (67)

Grant Leeth (MO) - 2013

Jason Nolf (PA) - 2013

Joey McKenna (NJ) - 2013

Michael Kemerer (PA) - 2013

Seth Gross (MN) - 2013

Ryan Millhof (GA) - 2013

Sean Russell (GA) - 2013

Zahid Valencia (CA) - 2014

Myles Martin (NJ) - 2014

Mark Hall (MN) - 2014

Anthony Valencia (CA) - 2014

Larry Early (IL) - 2014

Joseph Smith (OK) - 2014

David McFadden (NJ) - 2014

Isaiah White (IL) - 2014

Vincenzo Joseph (PA) - 2014

Matt Kolodzik (NJ) - 2014

Mitch McKee (MN) - 2014

Kaid Brock (OK) - 2014

Nick Piccininni (NY) - 2014

Nick Suriano (NJ) - 2014

Daton Fix (OK) - 2014, 2015, 2016

Gable Steveson (MN) - 2015

Jordan Wood (PA) - 2015

Dakota Geer (PA) - 2015

Hayden Hidlay (PA) - 2015

Chad Red Jr. (IN) - 2015

Luke Pletcher (PA) - 2015

Yianni Diakomihalis (NY) - 2015

Taylor LaMont (UT) - 2015

Roman Bravo-Young (AZ) - 2015, 2017

Michael Beard (PA) - 2016, 2017

Mikey Labriola (PA) - 2016

Travis Wittlake (OR) - 2016

Shane Griffith (NJ) - 2016

David Carr (OH) - 2016, 2017

Nick Lee (IN) - 2016

Sammy Sasso (PA) - 2016, 2017

Austin Gomez (IL) - 2016

Gavin Hoffman (PA) - 2017

Trent Hidlay (PA) – 2017

Brayton Lee (IN) - 2017

Jacori Teemer (NY) - 2017

Pat Glory (NJ) - 2017

Patrick McKee (MN) - 2017

Carson Kharchla (OH) - 2018

Andrew Alirez (CO) - 2018

Keegan O’Toole (WI) - 2018, 2019

Jaden Abas (CA) - 2018

Eric Barnett (WI) - 2018

Richie Figueroa (CA) - 2018, 2019, 2020

Anthony Echemendia (AZ) - 2019

Beau Bartlett (AZ) - 2019

Shayne Van Ness (NJ) - 2019

Jesse Mendez (IN) - 2019, 2020, 2021

Ryan Jack (CT) - 2019

Nick Feldman (PA) - 2020

Drake Ayala (IA) - 2020

TJ Stewart (VA) - 2021

Rocco Welsh (PA) - 2021, 2022

Levi Haines (PA) - 2021

Caleb Henson (GA) - 2021

Hunter Garvin (IA) - 2021

Casey Swiderski (MI) - 2021

Meyer Shapiro (MD) - 2022

Tyler Kasak (PA) - 2022

Nasir Bailey (IL) - 2022

The 12th edition of Who’s Number One proved to be one of the best as a star-studded group of the top high school wrestlers in the nation descended upon Johnstown, Pennsylvania. As you would expect from prior editions of this event, there were some upsets, star-making performances, and plenty of great action. 

Before we get to the five takeaways from this event, give credit to Anthony Knox as he became the first wrestler to win at four different Who’s Number One events! That’s truly a remarkable achievement as you need to get over a couple of high hurdles just to be in contention for that number. One, you need to be well-known as one of the best in the country - before ever wrestling a high school match. You also need to beat some great competitors. In Knox’s four wins, he has two over age-group world champions (Luke Lilledahl and Christian Castillo). Knox completed his quest for four with a clutch takedown over Aaron Seidel with :12 left in their bout. 

Ok, now to the five takeaways:

Ladarion Lockett Moves up and Cruises

Let’s get past Willie Saylor’s issues with the original intent of the event (finding out the true #1 wrestler at as many weights as possible) and just focus on a pair of wrestlers ranked #1 overall at their respective weights clashing in a super-match. That was the case with Ladarion Lockett (#1 at 165) moving up to face Ryan Burton (#1 at 175). Although, I suppose you can call Lockett a 175 lber after his impressive win over Burton. 

Lockett is no stranger to moving up in weight and finding success. Just last year, he won the Super 32 at 157 lbs and then took third at the Walsh Ironman at 165 lbs a few months later. 

On Sunday, Lockett was tasked with facing a Fargo Junior freestyle national champion who recently moved up to 190 lbs for a match at the Elite 8 Duals and downed a ranked opponent. Burton is battle-tested and capable of dealing with the strength and physicality of opponents significantly larger than Lockett. 

Lockett earned his first takedown after an excellent flurry that featured near-takedowns from both wrestlers. Later in the contest, Lockett showed he wasn’t concerned about choosing bottom on the larger opponent and even picked up a reversal when he was close to an escape. Lockett demonstrated he had plenty left in the tank when he was deftly able to stay in bounds, avoid a Burton attack, and circle for a final takedown right before the buzzer sounded in the third period. 

While we’re still months away from Lockett working officially with his future collegiate head coach (David Taylor/Oklahoma State), one can only imagine the magic these two can make working together. Taylor knows a thing or two about moving up in weight while still maintaining a dynamic offensive arsenal. 
 

The Battle of the Michigan Big Men

I admit I was kind of curious how Jude Correa and Nick Sahakian would fit into the Michigan lineup after Sahakian flipped his commitment from Arizona State to the Wolverines in late-May. I suppose the question still remains after Who’s Number One, but for a different reason. 

Correa is the top-ranked 215 lber in the nation and committed to Michigan in November of 2023. He’s the smaller of the two, but still projects as a heavyweight in college. Seeing Sahakian flip to Michigan makes you wonder if the California native is a more promising prospect than Correa. Does the Michigan staff prefer Sahakian? Do they see Correa as a 197 lber? 

Well, Correa made his case in Johnstown! Correa got on the scoreboard first with a go-behind after an errant Sahakian shot at the edge. He then started a punishing ride which was cut short by an injury to Sahakian’s knee. Upon the restart, Correa chose down and escaped. 

In the final period, Correa scored after a prolonged scramble - one that you rarely see between heavyweights. He was also able to handle a desperate Sahakian, who was furiously looking for a way to score late in the content. 

Correa got his hand raised and won on Sunday evening, but we’ll have to monitor this situation as it continues to evolve.
 

Jayden James’ Arsenal Too Much for Two PA Champs

Every year Who’s Number One seems to have a three-or-four-man bracket. That proved to be the case at 150 lbs as 2024 Pennsylvania state champion, Maddox Shaw, awaited the winner of the first bout of the day between two-time Fargo 16U champion Jayden James and another PA champion Collin Gaj. 

While Shaw had the advantage of waiting until a challenger emerged from the James/Gaj bout, it ultimately didn’t matter as James proved his mettle with not just one signature win, but two. 

James set the tone immediately in the final matchup versus Shaw with a takedown via single leg shortly after the opening whistle. It displayed his versatility in attacks as a duck under was the primary weapon in his win over Gaj. 

In the second period, James threw by an underhook for another takedown. Throughout the Shaw match, James displayed solid defense and nearly scored from crackdown positions. 

Ultimately, James’ array of attacks was too much for either of the Pennsylvania state champions and he earned the #1 ranking at 150 lbs in the hard way. James was one of the first elite recruits from the Class of 2026 to announce his commitment (to Virginia Tech). Tony Robie’s team has a potential superstar to couple with another impressive recruiting Class of 2025. 
 

Bassett Wins Round Two

The shocker from the 2023 edition of Who’s Number One was a Daniel Zepeda win via fall over Bo Bassett. Bassett was a more widely known prospect and was coming up a few weight classes to meet the NC State recruit. 

Since then, Zepeda dominated his way to a Fargo stop sign and Bassett earned a bronze medal at the U20 World Championships. After Zepeda won in Fargo, FloWrestling announced a rematch between the two as one of the main events at Who’s Number One 2024. 

In front of a partisan home crowd on the campus of Pitt-Johnstown, Bassett got on the scoreboard first with a low leg attack for a three-point takedown (remember high school has switched to this rule for the 2024-25 season). Bassett would add a second takedown after a go-behind attempt that morphed into a high-crotch with a high-amplitude finish. One difference between Sunday’s matchup and the 2023 meeting was Bassett’s willingness to work from the top. He amassed almost a minute and a half of riding time after the first period. 

After a scoreless second period, the pair exchanged takedowns in the third period; however, Bassett’s early offensive output and a riding time point were too much for Zepeda in a 12-6 win. 

The win demonstrates how far Bassett has come in a year’s time. He has filled out for the weight class and continued to maintain his high pace and scoring prowess. 

We might get to see a rubber match between the two as both wrestlers are slated to compete at the upcoming Super 32. 

The Level of High School Competition

Getting the best boys and girls in the nation under one roof is a stark reminder of just how good the kids are these days. In the world today, the older generation can yearn for the “good ol’ days” when they remembered everything being better. Well, that shouldn’t be the case in the wrestling world. The average high school wrestlers are so much more advanced than they were 15 or 20 years ago. Much less 25 to 30 years ago. And then you get to the level that the wrestlers who were selected to compete at Who’s Number One reside. 

The kids today have better and more advanced coaching from a younger age. Better availability for specific strength training and dietary guidelines. The ability to get on any device and watch thousands of matches from the greats of our sport. It’s great! More power to them. 

Every year at the NCAA Tournament, I’m reminded that from the 1990s until the mid-2000’s it was a rarity for a freshman (redshirt or true) to make the NCAA finals - much less win it all. Now it’s surprising if we have a tournament that doesn’t feature a few freshman finalists. 

Looking at the recent history of this event - the 2023 dual was very underclassmen-heavy, so there’s not much to gain from it (yet). But just two years ago, the 2022 dual featured four wrestlers who have already finished in the top three at the NCAA Tournament (Nasir Bailey, Tyler Kasak, Meyer Shapiro, and Rocco Welsh). Sergio Lemley was a part of that dual as well, he had a very solid true freshman year and to a lesser degree, Brayden Thompson. 

The 2021 Who’s Number One dual showcased three wrestlers who already have NCAA titles on their resume (Jesse Mendez, Caleb Henson, and Levi Haines). Interestingly enough, none of those three took redshirts and each one made the NCAA podium as a true freshman. 

If recent history is any indication, we’ll see a handful of the wrestlers in Johnstown on Sunday star at the 2026 NCAA Tournament. 

All of this is without mentioning the quality of competition on the girl's high school side. The field at Who’s Number One included a wrestler who has already won the Midlands! (Taina Fernandez) as a high school freshman!

Not only has the level of talent risen on the girls' side of things, but the depth is improving. 2023 U17 world medalist Heather Crull lost a close bout at 110 lbs to Michigan’s Taylor Whiting. U17 world fifth-place finisher Isabella Marie Gonzales was pushed and hung on for a one-point win over Savannah Witt in one of the more exciting matches of the dual. 

For those who like following the next generation of talent, it’s a good time to be a wrestling fan. The stars of tomorrow were on full display in Johnstown and “tomorrow” isn’t as far away as it used to be.

Who’s Number One (Boys Results)

150 lbs: Jayden James (NJ) over Collin Gaj (PA)  10-6

113 lbs: Ignacio Villasenor (AZ) over Dom Munaretto (IL) 7-5

157 lbs: Landon Robideau (MN) over Melvin Miller (PA)  6-1

285 lbs: Jude Correa (NH) over Nick Sakahian (CA)  8-1

138 lbs: Sergio Vega (AZ) over Drew Gorman (GA)  12-5

200 lbs: Cade Ziola (NE) over Angelo Posada (CA)  7-2

126 lbs: Anthony Knox (NJ) over Aaron Seidel (PA)  3-2

132 lbs: Jax Forrest (PA) over Seth Mendoza (IL)  7-3

150 lbs: Jayden James (NJ) over Maddox Shaw (PA)  7-2

175 lbs: Ladarion Lockett (OK) over Ryan Burton (NJ)  9-3

144 lbs: Bo Bassett (PA) over Daniel Zepeda (CA)  12-6

 

Who’s Number One (Girl’s Results)

155 lbs: Janiya Johnson (TN) over Sarah Pulk (MN)  10-0

130 lbs: Aubre Krazer (PA) over Taina McGowan (NJ)  10-0

145 lbs: Sarah Henckel (CT) over Charlotte Gilfoil (PA)  4-2

100 lbs: Jaclyn Bouzakis (PA) over Hailey Delgado (TX)  11-0

110 lbs: Taylor Whiting (MI) over Heather Crull (IN)  4-2

140 lbs: Bella Williams (OK) over Isis France (AZ)  3-1

120 lbs: Isabella Marie Gonzales (CA) over Savannah Witt (PA)  9-8

125 lbs: Everest Leydecker (AZ) over Me’kala James (CA)  11-0

135 lbs: Taina Fernandez (MD) over Jordyn Fouse (PA)  14-6

115 lbs: Espenesa Elison (CA) over Charlie Wylie (NJ)  12-5

106 lbs: Morgan Turner (IL) over Julia Horger (PA)  14-2

Stellar Trained will take on POWA in the finals at 3pm ET.

Watch Elite 8 Duals live on YouTube!

Potential Championship Matchups

Round 1 (9am ET)

Mat 1: Black Mambas vs  Metro West

Mat 2: Beast of the East vs NJ Commission

Mat 3: Stellar Trained vs Roundtree

Mat 4: POWA vs Team Thunder

Mat 5: Dynasty vs Team Carnage

Round 2 (11am ET)

Mat 1: Stronghold vs Minion Legends

Mat 2: Dynasty vs Roundtree

Mat 3: Team Carnage vs Steller Trained

Mat 4: POWA vs Beast of the East

Mat 5: Team Thunder vs NJ Commission

Round 3 (1pm ET)

Mat 1: Team Thunder vs Black Mambas

Mat 2: Roundtree vs Minion Legends

Mat 3: NJ Commission vs Stronghold

Mat 4: Dynasty vs Metro West

Round 4 (3pm ET)

Mat 1: Stronghold vs Metro West

Mat 2: Black Mambas vs Minion Legends

As we prepare for more top tier competition this weekend at Elite 8 Duals, we take a look back at one of the best matchups to ever go down at the high-level high school event.

Also, check out the full rosters, day 1 matchups and schedule. 

Elite 8 is set. Check out the rosters and the pools for this weekend's dual tournament. For full tournament details, visit elite8duals.com.

Rosters

BLACK MAMBAS
Corey Brown
Cason Craft #22
Dom Morrison #9
Kavin Muyleart
Griffin Rial
Christian Fretwell
Tyler Traves #22
Carlos Stanton #24
Junior Kross Cassidy #9
Chase Van Hoven #8
Jordan Chapman #9
Salah Tsarni #15
De’Alcapon Veazy #4
Landon Jobber Spence
Brandon Hill

BEAST OF THE EAST
Traevon Ducking - #3 MS
Brandon Bickerton
Killian Coluccio #18 / Kole Davidheiser
Landon Sidun #7
Karson Brown #13 / Caio Aron #25
Ryan DeGeorge
Caedyn Ricciardi #3 @ 144
Beau Hickman #17 @ 150
Zach Ballante #14 @ 157
Leo Contino #9
Alessio Perentin #2
Bryce Burkett #18
John Murphy #10
Ben Schultz #9
Rocco Dellagatta #4

DYNASTY
Cruzer Dominguez #13
Caleb Noble #16
Abdi Unle #6
Ben Ziola #97 CO '27
Slater Hicks #5
Seth Mendoza #2
Nate Askrew #7
Dorian Olivarez #4
Lorenzo Allston
Vince Bouzakis #2
Riley Johnson #24
Ty Eise #3
Carson Thomas #3
Cade Ziola #2 / Blaise Turner
Mark Effendian #7

METRO WEST
Kaiden Belinsky HM
Cole Lemovitz HM
Oumar Tounkara #25 / Cooper Merli #23
Jared Hood HM
Jackson Heslin #24 / Kadish
Charlie Lussier / George McAteer
Brent Von Magnus
Dom Wilson #20
Hunter Sturgill #19
Michael Boulanger / Declan Bligh
Elliott Humphries #12
Lucas Alvan HM
Preston Marchassualt #21
George McAteer HM
Michael DiOrio HM

MINION LEGENDS
Ace Chittum #2MS
Gabe Swann #6
Bradley Patterson
JoJo Uhorchuk #19
Ethan Uhorchuck
John Stewart #20
Will Anderson / Colson Hoffman
Logan Paradise #6
Michael Turi
Anothony Evanasky #16
Kalias Nazario
Max Norman
Ryder Wilder #19
Hudson Skove
Tyson Russell

NJ COMISSION
Cole Rebels
Charlie Esposito #23
Johnathan Mcginty
Curt nelson
Patrick O’Keefe #22
Vincent Paino
Drew Gorman #3
Tyler Hood #20
Brandon Dean
Gavin Hawk #20
Bode Marlow #11
Ryan Burton #1
Harvey Ludington #1
Anthony Harris #5
Mason Brancato

POWA
Laz Mccewen MS #8
Case Bell #12
Brayden Teumissen #21
Rocco Cassioppi
Sebastian DeGennaro #15
Moses Mendoza #7
Gunner Andrick - Rofkin #17
Daniel Zepeda - Rofkin #2
Will Denny - Rofkin #10
Brogan Tucker #11
Asher Cunningham #5
Emitt Sherlock #6
Laine Foard #7
Noah Weaver #18
Justice El Sayad

ROUNDTREE
Cody Clarke / Ariah Mills #1 MS
Teequavious Mills #13
Austin Bickerton
Antonio Mills #11
Nico Fanella
Trey Wagner #9
Blue Stiffler #12
Derek Barrows #19
Danny Heiser #14
Chase Hontz
Dom Bambinelli #13
Chris Mance #25
Conor McCloskey
Cason Howle #21
Leland Day

STELLAR TRAINED
Justin Farnsworth #6
A.J.Kane / Dom Powell
Max Tancini
Brock Rothermel #8 120lbs
Aaron Seidel #2 126lbs
Grayson Music #9 126lbs
Eren Sement #14 138lbs
Blase Mele / Mac Speece
Collin Gaj #4 157lbs
Kollin Rath #3 150lbs
Ben Smith #20 165
Connor Wetzel #16 175lbs
Mike Spielman
Decker Bechtold
Dean Bechtold #6

STRONGHOLD
Jameson Thomas
Corue Powe
Kyan Simons / Will Attickson
Sam Comes
Quinn Ivey
Nick Sykes
Bradley William
Kiowa Vines
Zachery Little
Damarcus Powe
Cody Kirk
Brody Casto
Ashton Boswell
JJ stephen
Martin Thomas

TEAM THUNDER
Chase Karenbauer #18
Brayden Wenrich #5
Alex Rozas #14
Matt O’Neill 
Israel Borge
Anthony Mutarelli #10
Jesse Grajeda #6
Noah Nininger #6
Ryan Lawler #15
Max Stein #8
Adrien Reyes #5
Dylan Pile #13
Jaxon Penovich #12
Mark Marin
Everest Ouellette

TEAM CARNAGE
Turner Ross #3
Carter Shin #9
Roman Luttrell
Isaiah Jones #19
Antonio Rodriguez
Jake Hockaday #3
Camden Baum #10
Joseph Joyce#16 / David Perez #16
Blake Cosby #9
Joe Jeter #7 / Luke Sipes #15
Gage Wentzel #15
Mason Ontiveros #13
Brokton Borelli #7
Connor Bercume #13
Charles Weidman #11 / Brady Griffin HM

Pools & Matchups

The 2024 U.S. Marine Corps Junior and 16U Nationals, affectionately known as Fargo, finished up last week with champions crowned across all three Olympic styles. The massive event continues to be one of the highlights on the summer wrestling calendar and a springboard for competitors looking for national accolades before college. The following looks at the statistical standouts in each one of the styles and age levels as well as the highest-scoring match and who spent the most time wrestling. 

Junior Men's Freestyle

New Jersey's Harvey Ludington entered the 190-pound bracket as the fifth seed. In his very first match, he announced his status as a true contender with a 12-1 first-period superiority victory over Brandon Carr of Pennsylvania. While it was a thoroughly dominant performance, it was also the only match in the tournament where Ludington surrendered a single point. He won his next six matches by a combined score of 62 to 0. For the tournament, he averaged 10.75 points per minute, allowed only 0.15 points per minute, and therefore finished with a +10.61 point differential. Technically it was the second-best point differential in junior men's freestyle, but only because Joseph Muhlstein pulled out of the event following a 10-0 victory.

Ludington is ranked as the 11th best prospect in the Class of 2025 by MatScouts and is currently committed to Arizona State. 

Junior Women's Freestyle

Eduarda Rodrigues did not allow a single point on her way to the finals at 155 pounds. She defeated her first five opponents by a combined score of 52 to 0. In the finals, Rodrigues faced off against Maryland's Ugochi Anunobi, who upset both the second-seeded Alison Evans and third-seeded Adriana Palumbo, along the way. Early on in the finals, it looked like Ugochi could be on the path to yet another upset as she scored a four-point throw less than 30 seconds into the match. However, Rodrigues then took control and was leading by a 17-6 score when the referee slapped the mat early in the second period.

On her way to the title, Rodrigues averaged 8.04 points per minute and allowed only 0.70. Her +7.34 was the highest point differential in women's freestyle across both the junior and 16U brackets. 

Junior Greco Roman

Adam Waters entered the 175-pound freestyle junior bracket as the top seed, but he was upset in the semifinals by eventual champion Ryan Burton from New Jersey. Perhaps that was driving the Pennsylvania wrestler a few days later on the Greco side. He did not give up a single point on his way to the title and outscored his opposition 40 to zero. He averaged 6.09 points per minute, which was the second-highest scoring rate in junior Greco. That scoring rate combined with his perfect defense left him with a +6.09 differential, which was clearly the highest in the bracket.

Waters is currently ranked fourth at 175 pounds by MatScouts and will be a junior next season at Faith Christian Academy in his home state. 

16U Men's Freestyle

In terms of performance in a single style, no other wrestler had a better point differential than Aaron Stewart put up in the 165-pound 16U freestyle tournament. He averaged 10.63 points per minute and was not scored on once in the style. All seven of his matches were terminated in under two minutes. His longest bout came in the semifinals where Nebraska’s Riley Johnson was able to hang on for 1:57. 

Stewart also claimed the title in Greco. However, his stat line was slightly less impressive. In his semifinal match in that style, he allowed Maryland’s Salah Tasrni to score five points, but he still won by an 8-5 final score and advanced to the finals. In Greco, Stewart had a +4.51 differential, which ranked 11th in the bracket. 

16U Women's Freestyle

Taina Fernandez was awarded the top seed at 136 pounds, and she showed that prowess early. In her very first match, she scored a match termination victory in only 24 seconds. On her path to the tournament title, Fernandez did not allow a single point and scored 58. Her +6.28 point differential was the highest in the style. In the finals, she faced off against Corynne McNulty, and while it was her longest match of the event, Fernandez was still able to latch on a leg lace early in the second period and finish the contest with an 11-0 victory. 

16U Greco Roman

In the freestyle semifinals, Alexander Pierce came up just short as he dropped a 2-2 criteria match to eventual champion Shamus Regan. However, he certainly bounced back in Greco and picked up the title at 113 pounds. He did not get a rematch against Regan, but he did average 7.25 points per minute, which was the second-highest scoring rate in the style. Pierce allowed only 1.11 points per minute and therefore finished with a +6.14 point differential. No other competitor in the bracket had a differential above six. 

Highest Scoring Match

In the round of 128 of the 138-pound tournament of junior men’s freestyle, JT Schneider of Connecticut faced off against Jack Bainbridge of Minnesota. It ended up being the highest-scoring bout of Fargo. In the first minute, it looked like Schneider was going to run away with the bout as he scored eight quick points. However, Bainbridge refused to go along with the finish and made it a contest. With about a minute to go in the match, Schneider held a one-point 23-22 lead, but he scored the final six points and finished with a 29-22 VPO1 victory. 

Will Lewan Most Match Time Award

Even though there is no overtime in the Olympic styles, many wrestlers were able to put in some serious mat time at Fargo. Many of the athletes compete in multiple styles, which can lead to quite a loaded week of matches. Also, do not forget that beach wrestling is not tracked by FloArena, so it is entirely possible some of the competitors added some time on the sand.

Excluding matches in the sand pit, Tre Haines of Washington had the most match time across all styles and weights at Fargo. He entered both Junior freestyle and Greco at 150 pounds and spent over 84 minutes wrestling across his 16 matches. 

Fargo 16U National Greco-Roman final results

Team Race

1. Iowa

2. California

3. Illinois

4. Ohio

5. Missouri

6. Indiana

7. Pennsylvania

8. Colorado

9. Nebraska

10. Texas

88 lbs

Champion - Thales Silva (California) over Hudson Chittum (Tennessee)  3-2

Third Place - Wyatt Dannegger (Ohio) over Hunter Shirley (Washington)  8-0

Fifth Place - Cameron Schofield (Indiana) over Damien Yeoman (Iowa)  8-0

Seventh Place - Onofre Gonzales (Colorado) over Stephano Calderon (South Carolina)  8-5

94 lbs 

Champion - Ariah Mills (Georgia) over Tristan Pino (Colorado)  6-1

Third Place - Tyler Verceles (Maryland) over Lazarus McEwen (Washington)  Fall 1:28

Fifth Place - Thiago Silva (California) over Dylan Nieuwenhuis (Michigan)  10-0

Seventh Place - Vince Von Bernewitz (Virginia) over Lucas Forman (Nevada)  Fall 3:37

100 lbs

Champion - Loc Webber (Ohio) over Landon Thoennes (Minnesota)  9-0

Third Place - Chase Karenbauer (Pennsylvania) over Symon Woods (Illinois)  9-0

Fifth Place - Drew Dawson (Oregon) over Coy Mehlert (Iowa)  16-6

Seventh Place - Ethan Humphrey (Iowa) over William Webb (New Jersey)  4-4

106 lbs

Champion - Hayden Schwab (Iowa) over Montero Royal (South Carolina)  8-0

Third Place - Chase Kastner (Connecticut) over Brycen Dawley (Washington)  15-10

Fifth Place - William Atkinson (Alabama) over Jackson Shipley (Texas)  7-2

Seventh Place - Cruzer Dominguez (Nebraska) over Coleton Klipa (Pennsylvania)  8-0

113 lbs

Champion - Alexander Pierce (Iowa) over Zaiyahn Ornelas (Nebraska)  14-5

Third Place - Jordan Manyette (Pennsylvania) over Jensen Boyd (Indiana)  9-1

Fifth Place - Liam Collins (Minnesota) over Jorge De La Rosa (Oregon)  8-0

Seventh Place - Kellen Downing (Montana) over Jack Baker (California)  8-4

120 lbs 

Champion - Arseni Kikiniou (California) over Rocco Cassioppi (Illinois)  9-0

Third Place - Will Detar (Pennsylvania) over Weston Borgers (Ohio)  13-5

Fifth Place - Gavin Landers (Iowa) over Abraham Coronado (Nevada)  9-0

Seventh Place - Gage Spurgeon (Iowa) over Reid Yakes (Florida)  10-9

126 lbs

Champion - Matthew Orbeta (California) over Bruno Cassioppi (Illinois)  6-2

Third Place - Deven Lopez (Colorado) over Mason Carlson (Utah)  9-0

Fifth Place - Brenden Jorden Agcaoili (Nevada) over Carter Wallis (Missouri)  8-0

Seventh Place - Gabriel Ballard (Pennsylvania) over Dominic Way (West Virginia)  Injury Default

132 lbs 

Champion - Austin Collins (Colorado) over Dawson Youngblut (Iowa)  8-0

Third Place - Legend Ellis (Oklahoma) over Jet Brown (Missouri)  Fall 1:42

Fifth Place - Sean Hall (Idaho) over Ryan Ferrera (New York) FFT

Seventh Place - Matthew Dailey (Pennsylvania) over Keagan Sieracki (Texas)  11-1

138 lbs 

Champion - Miller Sipes (Missouri) over Jovani Sipes (Florida)  5-3

Third Place - Anthony Delgado (Nevada) over Marcus Kilgore (Arizona)  10-1

Fifth Place - Brandon Green (Illinois) over William Christopher (Wisconsin)  5-3

Seventh Place - Austin Gyorkos (Michigan) over Vinnie Gutierrez (California)  Fall 1:51

144 lbs

Champion - Dominic Wilson (Texas) over James Whitbred (Pennsylvania)  8-0

Third Place - Noah Bull (Utah) over Gregory Torosian (California)  14-11

Fifth Place - Drake Morrison (Idaho) over Ladd Holman (Utah)  8-0

Seventh Place - Jake Kos (Minnesota) over Thunder Page (Kansas)  3-2

150 lbs 

Champion - Chance Ruble (Missouri) over Dokken Biladeau (Iowa)  9-0

Third Place - Matthew Staples (Indiana) over Emerson Tjaden (Kansas)  5-4

Fifth Place - Thomas Gibbs (Indiana) over Titus Norman (Tennessee)  9-6

Seventh Place - Maximus Dhabolt (Iowa) over Daniel Acosta (Texas)  12-4

157 lbs 

Champion - Ivan Ivanov (Idaho) over Eli Esguerra (Ohio)  15-6

Third Place - Ismael Bereket (Illinois) over Jaxon Miller (Iowa)  8-0

Fifth Place - Daniel Patrick (Oregon) over Max Harris (Kansas)  8-0

Seventh Place - Zachery Little (Tennessee) over Miles Lesley (Georgia)  14-5

165 lbs

Champion - Aaron Stewart (Illinois) over Lucas Boe (Indiana)  8-0

Third Place - Carter Nekvapil (Texas) over Parker Casey (Iowa)  11-10

Fifth Place - Salah Tsarni (Maryland) over Riley Johnson (Nebraska)  12-4

Seventh Place - Slava Shahbazyan (California) over Caige Horak (Ohio)  11-1

175 lbs 

Champion - Carter Temple (Missouri) over Isai Fernandez (California)  8-0

Third Place - Xavier Smith (Indiana) over Brody Kelly (Illinois) Injury Default

Fifth Place - Brayden Koester (Iowa) over Cody Savage (Vermont)  4-4

Seventh Place - Camden Crew (Oklahoma) over Frederick Hammond (Michigan)  Fall :45

190 lbs 

Champion - David Calkins (California) over Ronan An (Georgia)  9-0

Third Place - JT Smith (Nebraska) over Andy Franke (Iowa)  10-0

Fifth Place - Michael Boyle (Ohio) over Seer Godwise (Indiana)  6-2

Seventh Place - Blaise Turner (Idaho) over Jace Renfro (Missouri)  8-0

215 lbs 

Champion - Alex Taylor (Ohio) over Danny Zmorowski (Ohio)  3-1

Third Place - Preston Krueger (Wisconsin) over Noah Mathis (Kansas)  14-5

Fifth Place - Josh Hoffer (Illinois) over Mason Koehler (Iowa)  FFT

Seventh Place - Carter Green (Kansas) over Sam Tanner (Utah)  9-2

285 lbs 

Champion - Jonathan Rulo (Illinois) over Brady Hagan (Iowa)  5-0

Third Place - Preston Wagner (Nebraska) over JT Kelso (Iowa)  3-1

Fifth Place - Chandler Moore (Ohio) over Bradyn McConneha (Pennsylvania)  FFT

Seventh Place - Kyler Kuhn (Missouri) over Jeremy Marshall (Illinois)  9-0

Fargo Junior National Greco-Roman final results

Team Race

1. Illinois

2. Oklahoma

3. Minnesota

4. Colorado

5. Pennsylvania

6. Idaho

7. California

8. Wisconsin

9. Texas

10. Utah

100 lbs

Champion - Michael Rundell (Illinois) over Jose Cordero (Tennessee)  10-0

Third Place - Vincent DeMarco (Illinois) over Jameson Thomas (Alabama)  10-2

Fifth Place - Xavier Diaz (Pennsylvania) over Ray Long (Illinois)  13-3

Seventh Place - Kacen Jones (Utah) over Trexden Olsen (Utah)  9-0

106 lbs

Champion - Cason Craft (Oklahoma) over Dylan Ota (Texas)  7-6

Third Place - Caden Correll (Illinois) over Brady Byrd (Indiana)  Fall 1:03

Fifth Place - Roderick Brown (Florida) over Maddox Martinez (New Mexico)  18-7

Seventh Place - Caden Smith (Virginia) over Hunter Hurl (Utah)  9-2

113 lbs

Champion - Nicolas Enzminger (North Dakota) over Ezekiel Witt (Kansas)  Cautions

Third Place - Roman Luttrell (New Mexico) over Caleb Noble (Illinois)  11-2

Fifth Place - Dunia Sibomana (New York) over Santana Ramon (Michigan)  8-0

Seventh Place - Everest Sutton (Colorado) over William Jakeway (South Carolina)  Fall :59

120 lbs 

Champion - Kody Tanimoto (Texas) over Isaiah Jones (Oklahoma)  7-4

Third Place - Gage Singleton (Oregon) over Musa Tamaradze (Massachusetts)  9-0

Fifth Place - Maximus Riggins (Iowa) over Davis Motyka (Pennsylvania)  10-1

Seventh Place - Brayten Casey (Wisconsin) over Jeremiah Wachsmuth (Oregon)  10-6

126 lbs

Champion - Anthony Ruzic (Illinois) over Jackson Heslin (Connecticut)  6-0

Third Place - Jaxton Packer (Idaho) over Logan Schwanz (Minnesota)  Fall 1:40

Fifth Place - Lawson Eller (Minnesota) over Sawyer Hackbarth (Oklahoma)  9-0

Seventh Place - Drew Hansen (Michigan) over Boden Banta (Idaho)  5-5

132 lbs 

Champion - Rhett Peak (Oklahoma) over Treygen Morin (Idaho)  4-0

Third Place - Manuel Saldate (Nevada) over Geronimo Rivera (Utah)  12-1

Fifth Place - Brian Grabner (Alaska) over Moses Mendoza (California)  FFT

Seventh Place - Jarvis Little (Tennessee) over Edwin Sierra (California)  8-0

138 lbs 

Champion - Landon Drury (Washington) over Alex Braun (Minnesota)  8-0

Third Place - Dmytro Chubenko (Ohio) over William Anderson (Alabama)  8-4

Fifth Place - Dillon Cooper (Kansas) over Amryn Nutter (Wisconsin)  15-6

Seventh Place - Layne Kleimann (Utah) over Landon Thomas (Michigan)  10-2

144 lbs

Champion - Pierson Manville (Pennsylvania) over Wyatt Medlin (Illinois)  9-0

Third Place - Maksym Chubenko (Ohio) over Luis Alberto-DeSilva (Pennsylvania)  7-5

Fifth Place - Derek Barrows (Colorado) over Emil Necula (Georgia)  Fall 1:40

Seventh Place - Jake Miller (Oklahoma) over Brayden Canoyer (Nebraska)  8-3

150 lbs 

Champion - Brandon Dean (Colorado) over Garrett Reece (Colorado)  1:57

Third Place - Paul Kelly (California) over Hunter Sturgill (Indiana)  2-2

Fifth Place - Bas Diaz (Iowa) over Tre Haines (Washington)  1-1

Seventh Place - Rafael Garcia Morales () over Anderson Heap (Florida)  9-3

157 lbs 

Champion - Jude Randall (Oklahoma) over Brett Back (Wisconsin)  4-3

Third Place - Tucker Roybal (Utah) over Leister Bowling (Colorado)  4-3

Fifth Place - Patrick Brackett (Colorado) over Logan Glynn (Nebraska)  9-0

Seventh Place - Matthew Randolph (Minnesota) over Will Scherer (Missouri)  4-3

165 lbs

Champion - Aliaksandr Kikiniou (California) over Griffin Lundeen (Minnesota)  3-1

Third Place - Trae Rios (Oklahoma) over Jarrett Wadsen (Minnesota)  Fall 4:23

Fifth Place - Bradlee Farrer (Utah) over Evan Roudebush (Indiana)  6-5

Seventh Place - Kolin Weaver (Georgia) over Maximus Norman (Tennessee)  6-0

175 lbs 

Champion - Adam Waters (Pennsylvania) over Aidan Squier (New Jersey)  Fall :33

Third Place - Waylon Cressell (Indiana) over Matthew Jens (Illinois)  8-0

Fifth Place - Hudson Rogers (Idaho) over Ben Smith (Utah)  12-6

Seventh Place - Lukas Ricketts (Kentucky) over Jonathan Sims (Ohio)  11-2

190 lbs 

Champion - Zakary McPhee (Minnesota) over Alihan Bereket (Illinois)  Fall 5:04

Third Place - Aiden Cooley (Texas) over Brenden Heying (Iowa)  8-0

Fifth Place - William Ward (North Dakota) over Breyson Kelley (Wisconsin)  14-4

Seventh Place - Alexander Smith (Florida) over Riley Hucks (South Carolina)  Fall 1:22

215 lbs 

Champion - Soren Pirhoun (Virginia) over Mikey Calcagno (Illinois)  10-1

Third Place - Angelo Posada (California) over Cason Howle (South Carolina)  10-2

Fifth Place - Jayden Tadeo-Gosal (California) over Cittadino Tuttle (Minnesota)  InjDef

Seventh Place - Carson Gooley (Idaho) over Henry Christensen (Alabama)  Fall :31

285 lbs 

Champion - Shilo Jones (Idaho) over Micah Hach (South Dakota)  13-10

Third Place - Grant Stromberg (Wisconsin) over Mustafa Woodi (Ohio)  8-1

Fifth Place - Hunter Vander Heiden (Wisconsin) over Alexander Bajoras (Massachusetts)  2:33

Seventh Place - Dean Bechtold (Pennsylvania) over Willie Cox (Alabama)  Fall :45

16U Men’s Freestyle Final Results

Team Race

1. Pennsylvania

2. Illinois

3. Iowa

4. New Jersey

5. Indiana 

6. California

7. Ohio

8. Missouri

9. Wisconsin

10. Maryland

88 lbs

Championship: Ariah Mills (Georgia) over Hudson Chittum (Tennessee)  5-2

3rd Place: Kooper Deputy (Pennsylvania) over Wyatt Dannegger (Missouri)  8-3

5th Place: Thales Silva (California) over Lucas Forman (Nevada)  14-4

7th Place: Michael McNamara (Illinois) over Onofre Gonzales (Colorado)  4-3

94 lbs

Championship: Keegan Bassett (Pennsylvania) over Tyler Verceles (Maryland)  4-2

3rd Place: Thiago Silva (California) over Traevon Ducking (Indiana)  3-2

5th Place: Cody Clarke (Georgia) over Niko Odiotti (Illinois)  10-0

7th Place: Cruz Gannon (Iowa) over Vince Von Bernewitz (Virginia)  5-0

100 lbs

Championship: Justin Farnsworth (Pennsylvania) over Corey Brown (Maryland)  4-2

3rd Place: Turner Ross (Minnesota) over Chase Karenbauer (Pennsylvania)  4-0

5th Place: Loc Webber (Ohio) over William Soto (New York) MedFFT

7th Place: Sean Kenny (New Jersey) over Jojo Burke (New Jersey)  5-4

106 lbs

Championship: Hayden Schwab (Iowa) over PJ Terranova (New Jersey)  2-1

3rd Place: Case Bell (Indiana) over Mateo Gallegos (Pennsylvania)  4-0

5th Place: Analu Woode (Hawaii) over Layne Martin (Michigan)  16-6

7th Place: Cruzer Dominguez (Nebraska) over Kaleb Pratt (Illinois)  5-1

113 lbs

Championship: Shamus Regan (Pennsylvania) over Paul Ruiz (California)  5-0

3rd Place: Alexander Pierce (Iowa) over Killian Coluccio (New Jersey)  4-3

5th Place: Jensen Boyd (Indiana) over Shea Richter (South Dakota)  6-4

7th Place: Jovanni Tovar (Florida) over Austin Bickerton (Ohio)  7-0

120 lbs

Championship: Will Detar (Pennsylvania) over Liston Seibert (Ohio)  11-8

3rd Place: Gabriel Ballard (Pennsylvania) over Rocco Cassioppi (Illinois)  Fall 3:29

5th Place: Van Smith (Oklahoma) over Paul Kenny (New Jersey) Disq

7th Place: Czar Quintanilla (Washington) over Kavin Muyleart (Pennsylvania)  8-3

126 lbs

Championship: Stephen Myers (West Virginia) over Bruno Cassioppi (Illinois)  12-6

3rd Place: Mason Carlson (Utah) over Gage Lohr (South Dakota)  15-5

5th Place: Brenden Jordan Agcaoili (Nevada) over Dale Corbin (Wisconsin) FFT

7th Place: Matthew Orbeta (California) over Maximus Hay (Wisconsin)  FFT

132 lbs

Championship: Clinton Shepherd (Indiana) over Ashton Besmer (California)  12-3

3rd Place: Gavin Mangano (New York) over Jovani Solis (Florida)  4-4

5th Place: Dawson Youngblut (Iowa) over Grayson Fuchs (Michigan)  4-2

7th Place: Austin Collins (Colorado) over Max Gonzalez (Wisconsin)  FFT

138 lbs

Championship: Justis Jesuroga (Iowa) over Hunter Stevens (Wisconsin)  4-3

3rd Place: Austin Ellis (Utah) over Brooklyn Pickett (Maryland)  Fall 1:22

5th Place: Miller Sipes (Missouri) over Carlos Valdiviezo (California)  5-2

7th Place: Nate Keller (New Jersey) over Wyatt Fry (Pennsylvania)  4-2

144 lbs

Championship: Noah Bull (Utah) over Dominic Wilson (Texas)  16-2

3rd Place: Camryn Howard (New York) over Colini Rutlin (Missouri)  11-0

5th Place: James Whitbred (Pennsylvania) over Travis Cardenas (Arizona) FFT

7th Place: Hudson Hohman (Pennsylvania) over Ladd Holman (Utah)  6-4

150 lbs

Championship: Jayden James (New Jersey) over Maximus Dhabolt (Iowa)  10-0

3rd Place: Chance Ruble (Missouri) over Eli Esguerra (Ohio)  10-8

5th Place: Cooper Rowe (Minnesota) over Thomas Gibbs (Indiana)  5-4

7th Place: Jake Hughes (Ohio) over Carter Fielden (Indiana)  11-1

157 lbs

Championship: Lucas Boe (Indiana) over Gabriel Logan (New Jersey)  8-0

3rd Place: Brody Sendele (Illinois) over Zack Aqulia (Ohio)  8-1

5th Place: Ismael Bereket (Illinois) over Tyree Graham (Florida)  10-0

7th Place: Brennan Warwick (Ohio) over Kawayran Vazquez (Florida)  8-5

165 lbs

Championship: Aaron Stewart (Illinois) over JayDen Williams (Michigan)  10-0

3rd Place: Salah Tsarni (Maryland) over Liam Crook (Wisconsin)  6-2

5th Place: Mario Hutcherson (Pennsylvania) over Riley Johnson (Nebraska)  10-0

7th Place: Blake Hostetter (Pennsylvania) over Don Beaufait (Michigan)  10-4

175 lbs

Championship: Brayden Koester (Iowa) over Cody Savage (Vermont)  7-7

3rd Place: Nicholas Singer (Pennsylvania) over Carter Temple (Missouri)  13-2

5th Place: Xavier Smith (Indiana) over Isai Fernandez (California)  FFT

7th Place: Kyle Scott (Pennsylvania) over Sam Howard (Indiana)  12-1

190 lbs

Championship: Elijah Brown (Pennsylvania) over Maximus Konopka (Connecticut)  8-2

3rd Place: Tanner Hodgins (New Jersey) over Eli Knight (West Virginia)  11-3

5th Place: David Calkins (California) over Daniel Moylan (California)  7-2

7th Place: Deacon Moran (Missouri) over Peter Mocco (Florida)  11-0

215 lbs

Championship: Alex Taylor (Ohio) over Ryder Smith (Tennessee)  11-7

3rd Place: Josh Hoffer (Illinois) over Joseph Favia (New Jersey)  1-1

5th Place: Cael Leisgang (Wisconsin) over Noah Larios (California)  Fall 3:50

7th Place: Noah Mathis (Kansas) over Zach Caldwell (New York)  10-0

285 lbs

Championship: Jonathan Rulo (Illinois) over Makhi Rodgers (Wisconsin)  Fall 2:39

3rd Place: Mateo Vinciguerra (New Jersey) over Preston Wagner (Nebraska)  13-0

5th Place: Kyler Kuhn (Missouri) over Lucas Feuerbach (Iowa)  Fall 3:50

7th Place: JT Kelso (Iowa) over Chandler Moore (Ohio)  9-0