Former NCAA Champion Transfers to Nebraska

Vincent Robinson, 2025 national title winner at 125 pounds, will join Huskers wrestling program.

Apr. 16, 2026 at 11:15am

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Vincent Robinson, who won the 2025 NCAA wrestling championship at 125 pounds, announced on Instagram that he is transferring from North Carolina State to the University of Nebraska.

Why it matters

The addition of a former NCAA champion to Nebraska's wrestling program is a significant boost for the Huskers, who will look to build on their strong tradition in the sport and compete for more national titles.

The details

Robinson, a standout wrestler, captured the 125-pound NCAA title in 2025 while competing for North Carolina State. He has now decided to transfer to the University of Nebraska to continue his collegiate career and compete for the Huskers.

  • On April 16, 2026, Robinson announced his transfer on Instagram.

The players

Vincent Robinson

A former NCAA champion wrestler who won the 125-pound title in 2025 while competing for North Carolina State University.

University of Nebraska

A prominent NCAA Division I athletics program that fields a successful wrestling team, known for its strong tradition in the sport.

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What they’re saying

“I'm excited to join the Nebraska wrestling program and continue my collegiate career with the Huskers.”

— Vincent Robinson

What’s next

Robinson will join the Nebraska wrestling team for the 2026-27 season and look to help the Huskers compete for more NCAA championships.

The takeaway

The transfer of a former NCAA champion like Vincent Robinson to the University of Nebraska's wrestling program is a significant boost for the Huskers, as they aim to build on their strong tradition in the sport and compete for more national titles.