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UCM Wrestling Sends Six to NCAA Championships
Wright and Forsyth Claim Regional Titles as Mules Qualify Most Wrestlers Since 2009
Published on Mar. 2, 2026
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The University of Central Missouri (UCM) Mules Wrestling team delivered a dominant performance at the NCAA-II Super Region IV Championships, securing second place overall and qualifying six wrestlers for the NCAA Division II Wrestling Championships. James Wright (141) and Torin Forsyth (285) emerged as regional champions, while Drew Stanfield (133), Gage Bernall (165), Anthony Erickson (174), and Damon Ashworth (184) also earned spots at the national tournament.
Why it matters
The Mules' strong showing at the regional championships underscores a clear upward trajectory for the program, as they have qualified the most wrestlers for the NCAA Championships since 2009. This success can be attributed to strategic coaching and dedicated player development, highlighting the team's commitment to excellence.
The details
Central Oklahoma took the team title with 156 points, followed closely by the Mules with 132. Several Mules had noteworthy performances, including Karim Allal (125), who fought through the consolation bracket to finish fourth, and Ayden Dolt (157), who secured fifth place with a pair of first-period falls.
- The NCAA-II Super Region IV Championships were held on Sunday, March 1st.
- The NCAA-II Wrestling Championships will take place on March 13-14 in Sioux Falls, South Dakota.
The players
James Wright
A wrestler who won the 141-pound regional championship for the UCM Mules.
Torin Forsyth
A wrestler who won the 285-pound (heavyweight) regional championship for the UCM Mules.
Drew Stanfield
A wrestler who qualified for the NCAA-II Wrestling Championships in the 133-pound weight class for the UCM Mules.
Gage Bernall
A wrestler who qualified for the NCAA-II Wrestling Championships in the 165-pound weight class for the UCM Mules.
Anthony Erickson
A wrestler who qualified for the NCAA-II Wrestling Championships in the 174-pound weight class for the UCM Mules.
Damon Ashworth
A wrestler who qualified for the NCAA-II Wrestling Championships in the 184-pound weight class for the UCM Mules.
What’s next
The six qualified wrestlers will now compete at the NCAA-II Championships on March 13-14 at the Denny Sanford PREMIER Center in Sioux Falls, S.D. Damon Ashworth, who fell in the finals to Darion Johnson of McKendree, will be looking to redeem himself on the national stage.
The takeaway
The Mules' strong performance at the regional championships demonstrates the program's commitment to excellence and its ability to develop talented wrestlers. This success is a testament to the strategic coaching and player development efforts that have propelled the team to new heights, positioning them for continued success at the NCAA-II Championships.
