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Drawing Provides Five Teams for National Duals Invitational

The National Duals Invitational is a new college wrestling tournament set to debut later this year at the BOK Center in Tulsa.

It’s the brainchild of wrestling supporter and Paycom founder Chad Richison.

Michigan Chapter Class of 2025

The Michigan Chapter of the National Wrestling Hall of Fame honored its Class of 2025 on May 17.

Lifetime Service to Wrestling award recipients are Dale Bahr, Sam Davis, Tim Jones, Tom Minkel, Gary Rivers and Pat "Whizzer" Wyka while Mike Amine was honored as an Outstanding American.

Regional Winners of Dave Schultz High School Excellence Award Announced

The National Wrestling Hall of Fame on Thursday announced the regional winners of the Dave Schultz High School Excellence Award. 

The Hall of Fame’s High School Excellence Awards are proudly sponsored by the Hyman Family, whose generous support and passion for the sport help ensure the continued recognition and development of wrestling’s next generation. 

Regional Winners of Tricia Saunders High School Excellence Award Announced

The National Wrestling Hall of Fame on Wednesday announced the regional winners of the Tricia Saunders High School Excellence Award. 

The Hall of Fame’s High School Excellence Awards are proudly sponsored by the Hyman Family, whose generous support and passion for the sport help ensure the continued recognition and development of wrestling’s next generation. 

Distinguished Member Slay Will Direct SportsLife Wrestling and Launch G1 Training Center in Arkansas

Olympic gold medalist Brandon Slay, a Distinguished Member inducted into the National Wrestling Hall of Fame in 2016, will take on a dual role as Executive Director of SportsLife Wrestling, a Christian-based leadership development organization, and Head Coach of the G1 Training Center, a new training facility focused on the development of youth, elite high school, and senior level wrestlers.

Greg Strobel Leadership Academy Enjoys Successful Fundraiser

The Greg Strobel 30-Day Challenge continues to provide an opportunity to participate in a cause that honors the messages and teachings Greg, a Distinguished Member inducted into the National Wrestling Hall of Fame in 2012, valued and stood for throughout his life, which provides the foundation for the Greg Strobel Leadership Academy (GSLA).

With the support of challenge participants and generous supporters, this year’s Challenge raised nearly $10,000.00. It was because of everyone’s effort, dedication, and passion that it was another great 30-days!

How Wyatt Hendrickson's NCAA Upset Created Momentum for New National Duals Invitational

The National Duals Invitational is a new college wrestling tournament set to debut later this year at the BOK Center in Tulsa. It’s the brainchild of Chad Richison, the Paycom founder, and the tournament's $1 million purse has turned heads.

South Carolina Chapter Class of 2025

The South Carolina Chapter of the National Wrestling Hall of Fame celebrated its Class of 2025 on April 13 at the University of South Carolina Alumni Center.

Lifetime Service to Wrestling award recipients are Charlie Clay, George Dixon, Chuck Jones, Jack Kosmicki, Pat McCarthy and Paul Spence while Ben Connell was honored as an Outstanding American.

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