Craft Named MSC Freshman of the Year, Campbell Tabbed Assistant Coach

Campbellsville University wrestler and coach earn conference honors

Published on Mar. 2, 2026

Makennah Craft, a freshman wrestler at Campbellsville University, has been named the Mid-South Conference (MSC) Freshman of the Year. Additionally, Campbellsville assistant coach Jared Campbell was selected as the MSC Assistant Coach of the Year.

Why it matters

This recognition highlights the success of the Campbellsville University wrestling program and the impressive achievements of a young athlete and coach early in their careers. It showcases the talent and potential within the program and the region.

The details

Craft, a graduate of Jackson High School in Kentucky, had an outstanding freshman season, posting a 22-10 record and finishing as the runner-up in the MSC Championships. Her performance earned her the Freshman of the Year award. Meanwhile, assistant coach Jared Campbell was instrumental in guiding the Campbellsville team and helping develop young talent like Craft.

  • Craft was named the MSC Freshman of the Year on March 2, 2026.
  • Campbell was named the MSC Assistant Coach of the Year on March 2, 2026.

The players

Makennah Craft

A freshman wrestler at Campbellsville University who was named the Mid-South Conference Freshman of the Year.

Jared Campbell

The assistant coach for the Campbellsville University wrestling team, who was named the Mid-South Conference Assistant Coach of the Year.

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What they’re saying

“Makennah has had an outstanding freshman season, and we are proud of her accomplishments. She is a talented wrestler with a bright future, and this award is well-deserved.”

— Jared Campbell, Assistant Coach, Campbellsville University (The Crescent News)

What’s next

Craft and the Campbellsville University wrestling team will continue their season, aiming to build on their success and make a strong showing in the upcoming conference and national tournaments.

The takeaway

The recognition of Makennah Craft and Jared Campbell by the Mid-South Conference showcases the strength of the Campbellsville University wrestling program and its ability to develop talented student-athletes and coaches, positioning the team for continued success in the future.