North Dakota Wrestlers Dominate Montana in All-Star Dual

North Dakota high school wrestlers defeat Montana counterparts 65-21 in annual cross-border competition

Published on Mar. 4, 2026

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The annual all-star wrestling dual between North Dakota and Montana high school wrestlers was held on February 28 in Sidney, Montana. North Dakota wrestlers dominated the event, winning 65-21 over their Montana counterparts. Several North Dakota wrestlers recorded impressive individual victories, including technical falls, major decisions, and pins.

Why it matters

The North Dakota-Montana all-star wrestling dual is a long-standing tradition that showcases the top high school wrestling talent from both states. North Dakota's decisive victory this year highlights the strength of their wrestling programs and the ongoing rivalry between the two states on the mat.

The details

North Dakota wrestlers won 10 of the 14 weight classes, including technical falls, major decisions, and pins. Standout performances came from Cade Nieuwsma of Bismarck High, who won an overtime decision at 145 lbs, and Bruno Pallone of Hardin, Montana, who recorded a 19-4 technical fall victory at 285 lbs.

  • The all-star dual was held on February 28, 2026 in Sidney, Montana.

The players

Cade Nieuwsma

A wrestler from Bismarck High School in North Dakota who won an overtime decision at 145 lbs.

Bruno Pallone

A wrestler from Hardin High School in Montana who recorded a 19-4 technical fall victory at 285 lbs.

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The takeaway

North Dakota's dominant performance in the annual all-star dual against Montana underscores the strength of their high school wrestling programs and the ongoing rivalry between the two states on the mat.