Oklahoma State Sends All 10 Wrestlers To NCAA Championships As Program Eyes Peak Performance Oklahoma State University has made history by sending all 10 of its wrestlers to the NCAA Championships, with top seed Jax Forrest leading the charge. The Cowboys, who secured their second consecutive Big 12 title, now face the national tournament as one of six programs bringing their full lineup to the event. The team’s dominance in the Big 12 Championships, where nine wrestlers earned top-eight seeds, has positioned Oklahoma State as a formidable contender in Cleveland. Forrest, the 133-pounder, dominated the Big 12 tournament, outscoring his opponents 70-12 and advancing without allowing a takedown. His performance earned him the No. 1 seed at the NCAA Championships, a feat bolstered by his 15-2 victory over Arizona State’s Kyler Larkin. “It’s just wrestling,” Forrest said after his Big 12 finals win. “It’s what I train every day, multiple times a day, early mornings, late nights, is for times like this. I wasn’t thinking about Big 12s until a few weeks ago. In my mind, this is just a stepping stone to nationals.” Oklahoma State’s success in the Big 12 was highlighted by four champions: Troy Spratley (125), Casey Swiderski (149), Sergio Vega (141), and Forrest. Other Cowboys, including Landon Robideau (157), LaDarion Lockett (165), Alex Facundo (174), and Konner Doucet (285), finished as runners-up or placed in the top eight. Coach David Taylor emphasized the team’s focus on growth rather than immediate victory. “We’ve never one time talked about winning this tournament,” Taylor said. “We’re focused on being our best version at the end of the year.” Despite the team’s strong showing, Forrest acknowledged areas for improvement. “We came in here kind of overlooking it,” he said.#casey_swiderski #oklahoma_state_university #jax_forrest #troy_spratley #sergio_vega
2026 NCAA DI Men's Wrestling Championships: Brackets, Schedule, Results The 2026 NCAA Division I Men’s Wrestling Championships will take place from March 4 to March 6, 2026, at the Target Center in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The event will feature 14 weight classes, with athletes competing in a single-elimination format. The tournament will begin with the 125-pound class, followed by the 133-pound, 141-pound, 157-pound, 165-pound, 184-pound, 197-pound, and 285-pound divisions. The final round will be held on March 6, with the championship matches determining the national champions. The selection of wrestlers for the tournament was finalized in early February, with 128 athletes qualifying from across the country. The bracket was released on February 15, with the first round matches scheduled for March 4. The tournament will be broadcast live on ESPN and ESPN2, with highlights and analysis provided by former champions and coaches. The schedule for the 2026 championships includes the following key events: March 4: First round matches begin at 10:00 AM, with the 125-pound and 133-pound classes competing first. The 141-pound and 157-pound divisions will follow at 1:00 PM, and the 165-pound and 184-pound classes will take the mat at 4:00 PM. The 197-pound and 285-pound divisions will compete in the evening session starting at 7:00 PM. March 5: Quarterfinal matches will be held in the morning, with the 125-pound, 133-pound, 141-pound, and 157-pound classes advancing to the semifinals. The 165-pound, 184-pound, 197-pound, and 285-pound divisions will compete in the afternoon session. The semifinals will conclude the day, with the final matchups for the championship set for March 6.#university_of_iowa #target_center #ncaa_di_men_s_wrestling_championships #minneapolis_minnesota #oklahoma_state_university
