Iowa City West hosts Class 3A boys' wrestling regional dual for first time since 2014

Trojans are No. 7 seed, face semifinal winner between North Scott and Bondurant-Farrar

Jan. 28, 2026 at 7:55pm

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Iowa City West is hosting a Class 3A regional dual for the first time since 2014, when the Trojans defeated West Des Moines Valley to earn their last of 11 trips to State Duals. The Trojans are the No. 7 seed and will face the semifinal winner between No. 13 North Scott and No. 17 Bondurant-Farrar on Tuesday night.

Why it matters

West has waited 12 years to host a regional dual again and has a chance to claim a 12th state appearance at its own gym. The Trojans have a mix of accomplished veterans and talented underclassmen that make them capable in both dual and tournament competitions.

The details

West (9-4) earned its second berth in the regional duals in the last five seasons. The Trojans have three-time state finalist and 2023 state champion Alexander Pierce (126), state medalist Matthew Tran (132), and state qualifier Campbell Janis (165) leading the way. Other ranked wrestlers include Diego Robertty (113), Hugo Hughes (120), Owin Koethe (144), and Blest Woods (157).

  • West last hosted a regional dual in 2014.
  • The regional dual will take place on Tuesday night.

The players

Nate Moore

Iowa City West's head coach, who is in his eighth season leading the Trojans.

Mark Reiland

Late Hall of Fame Coach who led West to 10 straight State Duals and 11 in 12 seasons from 2003 to 2014, including 5 state titles.

Alexander Pierce

Three-time state finalist and 2023 state champion who is unbeaten and ranked No. 2 at 126 pounds for West.

Matthew Tran

State medalist and ranked No. 7 at 132 pounds for West.

Campbell Janis

State qualifier who is ranked 10th at 165 pounds for West.

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What they’re saying

“We are excited anytime we get another chance to wrestle at West High. I'm excited for our parents. I'm excited for our wrestlers. It is an important event that has been discussed since the season started.”

— Nate Moore, Head Coach

“We are a solid, gritty team with young guys and veterans with far less holes than we have had in previous years. When this team is ready to wrestle, they can compete well against most teams. We will see what Tuesday brings.”

— Nate Moore, Head Coach

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