Audubon Sends Four Wrestlers to State Tournament

First-time qualifier Lane Meyer joins returning state qualifiers Leyton Elmquist, Jon Rasmussen, and Karter Obermeier

Published on Feb. 17, 2026

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The Audubon High School wrestling team is sending four wrestlers to the state tournament this week. Leyton Elmquist (113 lbs) and Jon Rasmussen (138 lbs) are returning state qualifiers, while Karter Obermeier (150 lbs) and Lane Meyer (285 lbs) will be making their first trips to state. Meyer, a first-year wrestler, has an impressive 37-17 record and will face Jack Sheeder of AC/GC in the first round.

Why it matters

Qualifying for the state wrestling tournament is a major accomplishment, especially for first-time qualifiers like Lane Meyer. The Audubon program has developed a strong wrestling tradition, and sending four wrestlers to state this year is a testament to the hard work and dedication of the team.

The details

Leyton Elmquist (45-8) is the number 7 seed in the 113 lb class and has a first-round bye. Jon Rasmussen (34-11) will face Max Pollack of Wayne (33-2) in the first round at 138 lbs. Karter Obermeier (38-10) will wrestle Mason Houser of Riverside in the 150 lb class. And Lane Meyer (37-17), in his first year of wrestling, will take on Jack Sheeder of AC/GC (34-11) in the 285 lb class.

  • The state wrestling tournament begins on Thursday, February 20, 2026 at 9 AM.

The players

Leyton Elmquist

A returning state qualifier for Audubon High School, competing in the 113 lb class with a 45-8 record.

Jon Rasmussen

A returning state qualifier for Audubon High School, competing in the 138 lb class with a 34-11 record.

Karter Obermeier

Making his first trip to the state tournament, competing in the 150 lb class with a 38-10 record.

Lane Meyer

A first-year wrestler for Audubon High School, competing in the 285 lb class with an impressive 37-17 record.

Tyler Christensen

The head wrestling coach for Audubon High School.

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What they’re saying

“For Meyer, this is his first year of wrestling so to make it to the state tournament is an incredible achievement.”

— Tyler Christensen, Head Coach (westerniowatoday.com)

“Leyton's brother Lane did not qualify for state in his senior year and Christensen speaks highly of him.”

— Tyler Christensen, Head Coach (westerniowatoday.com)

“Christensen is excited for his kids going to state.”

— Tyler Christensen, Head Coach (westerniowatoday.com)

What’s next

First round action for Audubon and all the Class 1A schools at the state wrestling tournament will begin at 9 am Thursday morning, with updates throughout the tournament from the Casey's Center in Des Moines on KSOM.

The takeaway

Audubon's wrestling program has developed a strong pipeline of talent, with four wrestlers qualifying for the state tournament this year. The inclusion of first-time qualifier Lane Meyer is particularly impressive, showcasing the program's ability to develop new talent and compete at the highest level.