Indianola Wrestler Nora Ohnemus Wins State Title

Sophomore Ohnemus dominates to claim Class 2A 100-pound championship

Published on Feb. 7, 2026

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Indianola High School sophomore Nora Ohnemus won the Class 2A 100-pound state championship at the Iowa High School Girls State Wrestling Tournament on Friday. Ohnemus defeated Mara Davis of Algona by technical fall to claim her first state title.

Why it matters

Ohnemus' state title victory is a significant accomplishment for the Indianola wrestling program and highlights the growth of girls' wrestling in Iowa. The state tournament showcases the top female high school wrestlers in the state, and Ohnemus' dominant performance demonstrates her skill and potential.

The details

Ohnemus defeated Mara Davis of Algona by technical fall to win the Class 2A 100-pound state championship. Indianola teammate Siera Becker finished as the runner-up in the 105-pound class, falling to Cassidy McCallister of Raccoon River-NW in overtime. Three other area wrestlers also earned podium finishes on Friday.

  • The Iowa High School Girls State Wrestling Tournament took place on February 6-7, 2026 at Xtreme Arena in Coralville.
  • Nora Ohnemus won her state title match on Friday, February 7, 2026.

The players

Nora Ohnemus

A sophomore wrestler at Indianola High School who won the Class 2A 100-pound state championship.

Siera Becker

An Indianola High School wrestler who finished as the runner-up in the Class 2A 105-pound bracket.

Vinny Gomez

The head coach of the Indianola High School wrestling team.

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What they’re saying

“It feels just awesome, it's unbelievable. I knew that I was in it to win it and that is exactly what I did.”

— Nora Ohnemus (KNIA/KRLS)

“I don't think it was just this year, I think she's always had it, it was just a matter of getting her out there to execute the offense she knows she needs to be executing.”

— Vinny Gomez, Indianola Head Coach (KNIA/KRLS)

What’s next

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The takeaway

Nora Ohnemus' state championship victory highlights the growing popularity and competitiveness of girls' wrestling in Iowa, and demonstrates the talent and potential of young wrestlers like Ohnemus who are making their mark on the sport.