Iowa Girls High School Wrestling to Add State Dual Tournament

New event will debut in 2027 at Xtream Arena in Coralville

Published on Feb. 9, 2026

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The Iowa Girls High School Athletic Union (IGHSAU) announced that it will add a new State Dual Team Wrestling Tournament starting in 2027. The inaugural event will be held at Xtream Arena in Coralville, which has hosted other IGHSAU championship events in recent years.

Why it matters

The addition of a dual team tournament is a significant milestone for girls wrestling in Iowa, which has seen the sport sanctioned and grow in popularity since 2023. Hosting the event in Coralville, known as "WrestleTown USA", underscores Iowa's status as a hub for wrestling at all levels.

The details

The IGHSAU said Xtream Arena in Coralville was a natural fit to host the new dual team tournament, given the venue's experience hosting the state girls wrestling and volleyball championships, as well as other major wrestling events. The tournament will take place on January 22, 2027.

  • The Iowa Girls State Dual Team Wrestling Tournament will debut in January 2027.
  • Xtream Arena in Coralville has hosted the IGHSAU State Wrestling Tournament since 2023 and the State Volleyball Tournament since 2022.

The players

IGHSAU

The Iowa Girls High School Athletic Union, the governing body for girls high school sports in Iowa.

Xtream Arena

A multi-purpose arena in Coralville, Iowa that has hosted numerous IGHSAU championship events as well as other major wrestling competitions.

Erin Gerlich

Executive Director of the IGHSAU.

Josh Schamberger

President of Think Iowa City and the Iowa City Area Sports Commission.

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What they’re saying

“There is no better place to host our State Dual Meet Tournament than WrestleTown USA. Coralville and Iowa City are the premier hub for wrestling in Iowa, and we are thrilled to extend the strong relationship we've built with Xtream Arena and the great people at The Iowa City Area Sports Commission.”

— Erin Gerlich, IGHSAU Executive Director (westerniowatoday.com)

“We are honored to host the inaugural girls state dual tournament and continue our collective efforts to grow the sport. Our community values its important role to create another atmosphere and experience for the Iowa Girl that will be remembered for a lifetime.”

— Josh Schamberger, President of Think Iowa City and the Iowa City Area Sports Commission (westerniowatoday.com)

What’s next

The inaugural Iowa Girls State Dual Team Wrestling Tournament will take place on January 22, 2027 at Xtream Arena in Coralville.

The takeaway

The addition of a state dual team tournament is a significant milestone for girls wrestling in Iowa, further cementing the state's status as a national hub for the sport. Hosting the event at the renowned Xtream Arena in Coralville will provide a premier atmosphere and experience for the participating athletes.