Las Cruces wrestler Kolby Gonzales chases repeat state title

The high school star is also a world-ranked jiu-jitsu athlete.

Published on Feb. 28, 2026

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Kolby Gonzales, a star wrestler at Las Cruces High School, is aiming to defend his New Mexico state wrestling title this year. Gonzales is also a world-ranked jiu-jitsu athlete, making him a standout in multiple combat sports.

Why it matters

Gonzales' success in both wrestling and jiu-jitsu highlights his exceptional athletic abilities and the growing popularity of combat sports among high school athletes in New Mexico.

The details

Gonzales won the New Mexico state wrestling championship last year and is favored to repeat as the top wrestler in his weight class this season. In addition to his prowess on the wrestling mat, Gonzales is also a world-ranked competitor in jiu-jitsu, a grappling-based martial art.

  • Gonzales won the New Mexico state wrestling title in 2025.
  • Gonzales is aiming to defend his state wrestling title in 2026.

The players

Kolby Gonzales

A star wrestler at Las Cruces High School and a world-ranked jiu-jitsu athlete.

Las Cruces High School

The high school that Kolby Gonzales attends and competes for in wrestling.

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What’s next

Gonzales will compete in the 2026 New Mexico state wrestling championships in February to defend his title.

The takeaway

Kolby Gonzales' success in both wrestling and jiu-jitsu demonstrates the growing popularity and talent in combat sports among high school athletes in New Mexico.