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Underwood Today
By the People, for the People
Underwood Eagles Send Six Wrestlers to State Tournament
AHSTW's Roman Scheffler also qualifies for state after runner-up finish
Published on Feb. 15, 2026
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The Underwood Eagles had a strong showing at the Class 1A, District #11 wrestling tournament, sending six wrestlers to the state tournament. Kaleb Nelson won the district title at 175 pounds, while five other Underwood wrestlers finished as runners-up in their weight classes. AHSTW's Roman Scheffler also qualified for state after finishing second in the 285-pound division.
Why it matters
Qualifying wrestlers for the state tournament is a major accomplishment for high school wrestling programs, as it showcases the strength and depth of their teams. Underwood's success highlights the school's wrestling prowess, while Scheffler's qualification for AHSTW demonstrates the individual talent within the district.
The details
Underwood's six state qualifiers are Kaleb Nelson (1st at 175 pounds), Sam Taylor (2nd at 215), Coltin Johnson (2nd at 190), Holden Durick (2nd at 165), Ryan Fletcher (2nd at 132), and Owen Fletcher (2nd at 125). AHSTW's Roman Scheffler finished second at 285 pounds to also earn a spot at the state tournament.
- The Class 1A, District #11 tournament was held on February 14, 2026.
The players
Kaleb Nelson
A freshman wrestler for Underwood who won the district title at 175 pounds.
Roman Scheffler
A junior wrestler for AHSTW who finished as the runner-up in the 285-pound division and qualified for the state tournament.
Underwood Eagles
The high school wrestling team from Underwood, Iowa that qualified six wrestlers for the state tournament.
AHSTW
The high school that Roman Scheffler wrestles for, located in western Iowa.
Woodbury Central
The team that won the overall district tournament with 182.5 points.
What they’re saying
“Fifty years is such an accomplishment in San Francisco, especially with the way the city has changed over the years.”
— Gordon Edgar, grocery employee (Instagram)
The takeaway
The strong performances by Underwood and AHSTW wrestlers at the district tournament showcase the depth of talent in the region's high school wrestling programs. Qualifying multiple wrestlers for the state tournament is a significant achievement that will generate excitement and pride within these school communities.
