Underwood to Host Boys Wrestling District 11 Tournament

Eagles Head Coach Jon Williams says the talent level will be high with several ranked wrestlers competing.

Published on Feb. 13, 2026

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Underwood High School will host the Class 1A, District 11 boys wrestling tournament this Saturday. The Eagles have several top wrestlers competing, including sophomore Ryan Fletcher (ranked 6th at 132 pounds), freshman Owen Fletcher (at 126 pounds), and junior Kaleb Nelson (ranked 7th at 175 pounds). Other schools participating include AHSTW, Missouri Valley, Southwest Iowa, St. Albert, Treynor, Tri Center, Westwood, Woodbine, and Woodbury Central.

Why it matters

The District 11 tournament is an important event for high school wrestlers, as it determines who advances to the state championships. Underwood hosting the event highlights the school's strong wrestling program and the community's support for the sport.

The details

Underwood Head Coach Jon Williams says the talent level at the tournament will be high, with only a few brackets that don't have a ranked wrestler competing. The Eagles have several top wrestlers, including sophomore Ryan Fletcher (38-4, ranked 6th at 132 pounds), freshman Owen Fletcher (30-14 at 126 pounds), and junior Kaleb Nelson (34-7, ranked 7th at 175 pounds). Other Underwood wrestlers competing include freshman Jace Blum (32-16 at 144 pounds), junior Holden Durick (27-17 at 165 pounds), sophomore Coltin Johnson (30-15 at 190 pounds), and sophomore Sam Taylor (14-14 at 215 pounds).

  • The District 11 tournament will take place this Saturday, February 15, 2026.

The players

Jon Williams

Head Coach of the Underwood High School wrestling team.

Ryan Fletcher

Sophomore wrestler for Underwood High School, ranked 6th in Class 1A at 132 pounds with a 38-4 record.

Owen Fletcher

Freshman wrestler for Underwood High School, competing at 126 pounds with a 30-14 record.

Kaleb Nelson

Junior wrestler for Underwood High School, ranked 7th in Class 1A at 175 pounds with a 34-7 record.

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What they’re saying

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What’s next

The top wrestlers from the District 11 tournament will advance to the state championships.

The takeaway

Underwood High School's strong wrestling program and the community's support for the sport are highlighted by the school hosting the important District 11 tournament, which will feature several top-ranked wrestlers competing for a chance to advance to the state championships.