Â鶹Դ´ proudly hosted the inaugural American Rivers Conference (A-R-C) Women’s Wrestling Championship, marking a milestone in the sport’s rapid growth. Women’s wrestling has become the fastest-growing high school sport in the country, fueling its expansion at the collegiate level.
As the NCAA recently recognized women’s wrestling as its 91st championship sport, Â鶹Դ´ continues to be at the forefront of providing opportunities for female athletes. Six of the nine A-R-C institutions currently sponsor women’s wrestling, with five programs now in their second year of competition. Â鶹Դ´ had a strong showing, with .
Nationwide, women’s wrestling is on the rise. There were 76 NCAA programs in 2023-24, with 17 more expected in 2024-25. Over 1,200 female wrestlers are competing today, and the first NCAA Women’s Wrestling Championship is set for 2026. Â鶹Դ´ remains committed to fostering this momentum.
