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Five NCAA Division I schools to watch.

This past Saturday (April 11), the UFC announced the signing of Olympic champion Gable Steveson during the UFC 327 broadcast. While the announcement made headlines across the MMA and wrestling communities, it was one that many fans had seen coming ever since Steveson launched his MMA career in 2025. For most observers, it was never a question of if the 25-year-old would fight in the UFC — only when.

With the NCAA, NAIA, and NJCAA national championship events in the books, let's break down the most dominant individual performance at each of the eight national wrestling championships held in March 2026. From technical fall machines to pin artists, these wrestlers didn't just win — they made a statement.

The 2026 Division I Wrestling Championships take place Thursday through Saturday at Rocket Arena in Cleveland, Ohio. Every year there are opening-round surprises at college wrestling's premier national championship event. This year there are several intriguing first-round matchups.

Six regional tournaments for NCAA women's wrestling take place this weekend. The top three finishers in each weight class will qualify for the inaugural NCAA Women's Wrestling Championships, set for March 6-7 at Xtream Arena in Coralville, Iowa.

Now more than ever, elite-level true freshmen are arriving on college campuses ready to compete for All-America honors and national titles immediately. Here is a look at the most likely true freshman national champion in every division of college wrestling.

The Ken Kraft Midlands Championships delivered a clear look at the future of women’s college wrestling. From dominant freshman performances to deep roster battles at powerhouse programs, these four takeaways highlight the athletes and storylines shaping the road to the inaugural NCAA Women’s Wrestling Championships.

Discover how wrestling coaches can use stats and video to design smarter practice plans. Get key strategies and download The Data-Driven Coach’s Playbook free.

The start of a new season always brings excitement—and pressure. For assistant wrestling coaches, this is the moment where culture is shaped, roles are defined, and momentum is set. Whether you’re in your first year on staff or stepping into a bigger role, the early weeks are where you can make your mark.