Recent News

National Wrestling Hall of Fame State Chapter Program Partners with National Collegiate Wrestling Association
In an effort to fulfill its mission to honor and recognize individuals who have made outstanding contributions to wrestling, the Hall of Fame's State Chapter program has announced a partnership with the National Collegiate Wrestling Association.

Women’s Wrestling Moves Toward NCAA Championship Status, Projected for Winter 2026
The NCAA Committee on Women's Athletics voted at its meeting Wednesday to recommend Divisions I, II and III sponsor legislation to add a national collegiate women's wrestling championship.

Former Wrestlers Competing In Super Bowl LVIII
Several former wrestlers will play in Super Bowl LVIII on Sunday, February 11, 2024, in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Test Your Women's College Wrestling History Knowledge
There has been women’s wrestling on the college level for 30 years, and has a rich history.
How well do you know women’s college wrestling history?
Take this 25-question quiz and see how much you know about this important topic.

Dr. William "Bill" Welker Receives Prestigious Ohio Valley Athletic Conference "Director's Award"
Dr. William "Bill" Welker was presented with the prestigious "Director's Award" at the 70th Annual Ohio Valley Athletic Conference Ron Mauck Wrestling Championships in Wheeling, West Virginia on January 20.

Six NCWWC Regional Tournaments Scheduled February 23-25
The coalition of wrestling organizations supporting NCAA women’s wrestling is pleased to announce the dates and locations for the six Regional Tournaments which will qualify athletes for 2024 National Collegiate Women's Wrestling Championships.

Order of Merit Recipient and Olympic Team Leader John Graham Passes Away
The National Wrestling Hall of Fame, USA Wrestling and the entire wrestling community were saddened to learn that longtime Hall of Fame supporter, board member, Olympic Team Leader and 2001 Order of Merit recipient John Graham passed away.

Louisiana Becomes 45th State With Official Girls State Championships
Louisiana becomes the 45th state with girls high school wrestling championships, with the addition of a girls division to its annual state high school championships starting in 2024-25. Only five states remain that haven’t created girls championships.
Our Mission: Preserve wrestling history, recognize extraordinary achievement and inspire greatness
Our Vision: Be the definitive steward and champion of wrestling history and achievement
Our Values: Integrity, Excellence, Collaboration and Service