Girls Wrestlers Advance to State Tournament

WIAA sectional victories earn spots at state wrestling championships

Feb. 21, 2026 at 5:05am

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High school girls wrestlers from Northeast Wisconsin secured spots in the upcoming WIAA State Individual Wrestling Tournament after winning their sectional matches on Friday night. The state tournament is scheduled to take place from February 26 through February 28.

Why it matters

The WIAA girls wrestling sectionals represent a key milestone for young female athletes, providing them the opportunity to compete at the highest level of interscholastic wrestling in Wisconsin and showcase their skills on a statewide stage.

The details

Wrestlers from across the region, including the D.C. Everest sectional, emerged victorious in their respective weight classes, earning the right to advance to the WIAA State Individual Wrestling Tournament. This annual event is the culmination of the girls' wrestling season and a chance for them to be recognized for their hard work and dedication to the sport.

  • The WIAA State Individual Wrestling Tournament begins on Thursday, February 26, 2026.
  • The championship rounds will take place on Saturday, February 28, 2026.

The players

WIAA

The Wisconsin Interscholastic Athletic Association, the governing body for high school sports in the state.

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The takeaway

The success of these young female wrestlers at the sectional level underscores the growing popularity and acceptance of girls' wrestling in Wisconsin, providing them with the opportunity to showcase their talents and compete at the highest level of interscholastic competition.