Iowa High School Wrestling Tournament Highlights Day Two

Interviews with top wrestlers from PCM and Newton high schools

Feb. 21, 2026 at 7:00am

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The Iowa High School Boys State Wrestling Tournament continued with interviews featuring top wrestlers from PCM and Newton high schools. Reporters spoke with PCM's Tucker Wheeler and Kaliber Fry as well as Newton's Kent Montgomery about their performances on the second day of the tournament.

Why it matters

The Iowa high school wrestling tournament is one of the most prestigious athletic events in the state, drawing top talent from across Iowa. These interviews provide insight into the mindset and experiences of some of the state's best young wrestlers as they compete at the highest level.

The details

Reporters from Lely Radio Sports Page spoke with wrestlers from two of Iowa's top high school wrestling programs - PCM and Newton. They interviewed PCM's Tucker Wheeler and Kaliber Fry as well as Newton's Kent Montgomery about their performances, strategies, and experiences on the second day of the tournament.

  • The Iowa High School Boys State Wrestling Tournament took place on February 20-22, 2026.

The players

Tucker Wheeler

A wrestler for PCM High School competing in the Iowa High School Boys State Wrestling Tournament.

Kaliber Fry

A wrestler for PCM High School competing in the Iowa High School Boys State Wrestling Tournament.

Kent Montgomery

A wrestler for Newton High School competing in the Iowa High School Boys State Wrestling Tournament.

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What they’re saying

“I'm feeling really confident after my matches today. I put in a lot of hard work this season and it's paying off on the mat.”

— Tucker Wheeler, PCM Wrestler

“The competition at state is always so intense, but I'm just trying to stay focused on my technique and doing my best out there.”

— Kaliber Fry, PCM Wrestler

“It's an honor to represent my school at the state tournament. I'm giving it my all and hoping to bring home a title for Newton.”

— Kent Montgomery, Newton Wrestler

What’s next

The Iowa High School Boys State Wrestling Tournament will conclude on February 22, 2026 with the championship matches.

The takeaway

The interviews highlight the dedication, competitive spirit, and sportsmanship of some of Iowa's top high school wrestlers as they compete at the prestigious state tournament. Their performances and experiences provide inspiration for young athletes across the state.