Category: Rankings

Partnership Announcement: Wisconsin Grappler and Wisconsin Wrestler Join Forces

Get ready, Wisconsin wrestling fans, because some exciting news just dropped! Wisconsin Grappler, your trusted source for in-depth high school wrestling rankings and news, and The Wisconsin Wrestler podcast, the leading voice bringing you top-notch media and athlete coverage, are thrilled to announce an official partnership agreement!

For years, Teague and Steve at The Wisconsin Wrestler podcast has been delivering engaging interviews, insightful analysis, and unparalleled coverage of Wisconsin’s talented wrestlers, sharing stories and achievements with fans. Simultaneously, Zach and Melissa at Wisconsin Grappler has been dedicated to providing the most accurate and comprehensive rankings, helping fans, athletes, and coaches understand the competitive landscape of our great state’s wrestling scene.

Now, these two powerhouses are joining forces, combining their unique strengths to bring you an even more comprehensive and dynamic experience for all things Wisconsin high school wrestling!

By aligning our expertise, Wisconsin Grappler and The Wisconsin Wrestler podcast aim to:

  • Elevate Athlete Recognition: Combining Wisconsin Grappler’s ranking prowess with The Wisconsin Wrestler’s media reach will provide even greater visibility for the incredible talent across the state.
  • Deliver Unparalleled Coverage: Expect a richer blend of rankings, in-depth analysis, engaging interviews, and comprehensive event coverage, all in one place.
  • Keep it FREE for the Fans: We are committed to providing this enhanced content and the future streaming platform free of charge to Wisconsin wrestling fans, ensuring accessibility for everyone who loves the sport.
  • Strengthen the Wisconsin Wrestling Community: By working together, we aim to foster a stronger sense of community among wrestlers, coaches, families, and fans.

This partnership between Wisconsin Grappler and The Wisconsin Wrestler podcast is a testament to our shared commitment to the growth and promotion of Wisconsin high school wrestling. We are incredibly excited about the possibilities this collaboration holds and can’t wait to share more details with you in the coming weeks.

Follow Wisconsin Grappler and The Wisconsin Wrestler podcast on our respective platforms for the latest news and updates on this exciting journey!

Now Open! Pick the Podium Contest

Our Annual Pick the Podium contest is now live! 

Enter your picks here: 2025 Pick The Podium Contest – Wisconsin Grappler

This is your chance to win some incredible prizes and earn bragging rights from your wrestling knowledge. Get ready to put your predictions in for who will take home the top 6 spots in each weight class!

How It Works:
Predict the Top 6 placements for each weight and division to earn points. A grand prize winner and divisional winners will be awarded based on total points. The grand prize winner selects their prize first, followed by divisional winners in order of their divisional point totals. One prize per winner.

This year, we’ve teamed up with some amazing sponsors that are helping us make this contest even bigger and better.

Wrestling Mindset 10-Day Confidence Course

Wrestling is as much a mental game as it is physical. Our friends at Wrestling Mindset understand this better than anyone. They’re dedicated to helping wrestlers develop the mental fortitude needed to succeed on and off the mat. They’re generously offering a 10-Day Confidence Course to one lucky winner (a $249 value). This course is designed to help wrestlers build unshakable self-belief, overcome mental blocks, and perform at their peak. Wrestling Mindset’s resources are invaluable for any wrestler looking to gain a competitive edge. Check them out to learn more about how they’re helping athletes achieve their full potential. Wrestling’s #1 Mental Performance Training Platform

Team Nazar 3-Month Membership

Want to take your wrestling to the next level? Team Nazar is giving away a 3-month membership (a $400 value) to experience their unique blend of Eastern European and American wrestling. They combine the technique and upper body mastery of European wrestling with the grit and power of the American style, creating a truly dynamic approach. As the only Wisconsin club offering this fusion, Team Nazar has seen incredible national and even world-level success in just five years. This membership is your chance to learn from top coaches and experience this winning combination firsthand. If you’re serious about wrestling, Team Nazar is where you need to be. Learn more on their website.

YES! Athletics Champion2 Wrestling Shoes

Ready to elevate your performance? Yes! Athletics is giving away a pair of the revolutionary Champion2 Wrestling Shoes, (a $115 value) designed for peak performance with an upgraded insole, strap-free design, and superior ankle support. Featuring a 100% anti-slip sole and a sleek white and gold design, these shoes are “Built for Women. Built to Win.” Yes! Athletics, founded to empower young female athletes in traditionally male sports, ensures these shoes offer the perfect fit and style. Don’t miss your chance to win and experience the difference! Visit Yes! Athletics to learn more about their mission and gear.

Class of X Gear Bundle

The team from the Class of X tournament is generously donating a gear pack. Class of X is a new grade-based tournament this year.

FloWrestling 1-Year Membership

Dive deep into the world of wrestling with a full year of FloWrestling. This incredible prize, valued at $150, grants you access to live events, exclusive interviews, technique videos, and in-depth analysis, ensuring you stay at the forefront of the sport.

Wisconsin Grappler Gear Bundle

All of our winners will also receive a Wisconsin Grappler gear bundle that includes a branded hat, hoodie, water bottle, or t-shirt.

Final Rankings Complete: February 21, 2024

Hey everyone,

With the state tournament just around the corner, Wisconsin Grappler is excited to release our final rankings of the season for boys Divisions 1, 2, and 3. These rankings provide a snapshot of the season’s top performers and set the stage for the state tournament. Girls rankings will be updated tomorrow!

Access rankings here:

D1 Rankings

D2 Rankings

D3 Rankings

Girls Rankings

Pick the Podium is Coming Soon!

Think you know who will stand atop the podium? Put your wrestling knowledge to the test! Our annual “Pick the Podium” contest will be live shortly after brackets are released! Predict the state champions in each division and weight class for a chance to win awesome prizes. Don’t miss out!

Best of luck to all wrestlers this weekend.

Coming Soon! Pick the Podium Contest for Individual State Tournament

Wisconsin Grappler is thrilled to announce our upcoming “Pick the Podium” contest.

This is your chance to win some incredible prizes and earn bragging rights from your wrestling knowledge. Get ready to put your predictions in for who will take home the top 6 spots in each weight class!

How It Works:
After brackets are released, an entry form will be posted. Predict the Top 6 placements for each weight and division to earn points. A grand prize winner and divisional winners will be awarded based on total points. The grand prize winner selects their prize first, followed by divisional winners in order of their divisional point totals. One prize per winner.

This year, we’ve teamed up with some amazing sponsors that are helping us make this contest even bigger and better.

Wrestling Mindset 10-Day Confidence Course

Wrestling is as much a mental game as it is physical. Our friends at Wrestling Mindset understand this better than anyone. They’re dedicated to helping wrestlers develop the mental fortitude needed to succeed on and off the mat. They’re generously offering a 10-Day Confidence Course to one lucky winner (a $249 value). This course is designed to help wrestlers build unshakable self-belief, overcome mental blocks, and perform at their peak. Wrestling Mindset’s resources are invaluable for any wrestler looking to gain a competitive edge. Check them out to learn more about how they’re helping athletes achieve their full potential. Wrestling’s #1 Mental Performance Training Platform

Team Nazar 3-Month Membership

Want to take your wrestling to the next level? Team Nazar is giving away a 3-month membership to experience their unique blend of Eastern European and American wrestling. They combine the technique and upper body mastery of European wrestling with the grit and power of the American style, creating a truly dynamic approach. As the only Wisconsin club offering this fusion, Team Nazar has seen incredible national and even world-level success in just five years. This membership is your chance to learn from top coaches and experience this winning combination firsthand. If you’re serious about wrestling, Team Nazar is where you need to be. Learn more on their website.

YES! Athletics Champion2 Wrestling Shoes

Ready to elevate your performance? Yes! Athletics is giving away a pair of the revolutionary Champion2 Wrestling Shoes, designed for peak performance with an upgraded insole, strap-free design, and superior ankle support. Featuring a 100% anti-slip sole and a sleek white and gold design, these shoes are “Built for Women. Built to Win.” Yes! Athletics, founded to empower young female athletes in traditionally male sports, ensures these shoes offer the perfect fit and style. Don’t miss your chance to win and experience the difference! Visit Yes! Athletics to learn more about their mission and gear.

Class of X Gear Bundle

The team from the Class of X tournament is generously donating a gear pack. Class of X is a new grade-based tournament this year. The registration deadline is quickly approaching (ends Feb 21st at 11:50am). Be sure to get your youth wrestler registered!

FloWrestling 1-Year Membership

Dive deep into the world of wrestling with a full year of FloWrestling. This incredible prize, valued at $150, grants you access to live events, exclusive interviews, technique videos, and in-depth analysis, ensuring you stay at the forefront of the sport.

Wisconsin Grappler Gear Bundle

All of our winners will also receive a Wisconsin Grappler gear bundle that includes a branded hat, hoodie, water bottle, or t-shirt.

Rankings Updated: D1 & D2- Feb 12

Another week, another set of rankings updates to take in.

We will be releasing ONE FINAL ranking update next week after Regionals. This final update will incorporate the results from Regionals and reflect the true weights heading into the state tourney. This will be our last ranking update for the season, so make sure to check it out! Division 3 rankings are expected to be posted by the end of this week. For our girls’ division, their final rankings for the season will be released next week as well. Stay tuned for all the updates!

Division 1
Division 2
Division 3
Girls

Speaking of exciting competition, don’t forget about the Class of X tournament happening at East Junior High in Wisconsin Rapids on February 23rd.  This youth tournament, open to wrestlers up to 8th grade, is shaping up to be a can’t-miss event. With the registration deadline fast approaching, now’s the time to secure your spot. Head to https://classofx.com/ for more information.

Rankings Updated: February 7, 2024

Hey everyone,

Rankings have been updated for the week, including team rankings.  This will be the last update for Team Rankings for the year, barring any major upsets in tournaments this weekend. 

D1 Rankings

D2 Rankings

D3 Rankings

Girls Rankings  

Team Rankings  

Pick the Podium

Our annual Pick the Podium contest is just a few weeks away! It’s time to put your wrestling knowledge to the test and predict who will take home the top 6 podium placements. Bragging rights are on the line, people– better start doing your homework!  Keep an eye out for more details on how to enter and what amazing prizes are up for grabs. We’re so excited for the tournament and can’t wait to see your predictions!

New Feature: “Last Modified” Date

We know how important it is to have the most up-to-date information when checking rankings and athlete profiles, and we also know how frustrating it can be to wonder if updates and changes have been made. To make it easier, we’ve added a “Last Modified” date to the top of each rankings and profile page. This new feature should help clear up any confusion about whether or not updates have been made. If you see a recent “Last Modified” date, you can be confident that the information is fresh. If the date is a bit older, it might be worth reaching out with any changes. 

Best of luck to all wrestlers this weekend.

 

Rankings Updated: January 29, 2024

Hey everyone,

Rankings have been updated as of this evening for D1 and D2.  D3 rankings are well on their way and should be completed by tomorrow.  There will be no updates to Girls rankings this week. However, they are current through last Friday (Jan 24).

D1 Rankings

D2 Rankings

D3 Rankings

Girls Rankings

 

We appreciate the “Who Beat Who” data that many of you have shared with us. Your input is invaluable, and we’ll be carefully reviewing all submissions. Keep ’em coming!

Best of luck to all wrestlers this weekend.

Rankings Released & New Gear

Updated Rankings: D1, D2, D3

The latest wrestling rankings are here! As the season progresses, we’re seeing more stability in the weight classes as wrestlers settle into their spots.

Girls rankings are in the works and will be released later this week.

Division One Rankings

WI Grappler Gear

Want to support the team that provides you with these accurate and up-to-date rankings? Check out our gear store! We’ve just added an incredibly soft sweatshirt that’s perfect for chilly nights. By purchasing gear, you’re directly supporting our continued efforts to bring you the most comprehensive and reliable wrestling information in the state.

Wisconsin Grappler D1 & D2 Rankings Updated – January 15th

The Wisconsin Grappler D1 and D2 rankings have been fully updated to reflect the latest season’s action.

These rankings now accurately show significant wins and updated records.

What’s Next?

  • D3 Rankings: Stay tuned! The D3 rankings are nearly complete and will be published very soon.
  • Girls Rankings: The girls rankings will be updated next week following the conclusion of the Warrior Women’s Challenge 2025 this weekend.

Keep up the great work, Wisconsin wrestlers!