Appleton-area wrestlers poised to contend for state titles

Neenah's Jacob Jungwirth leads Rockets to overtime win over Kimberly

Published on Feb. 25, 2026

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The WIAA state individual wrestling tournament for boys and girls is set to take place, with wrestlers from the Appleton area expected to be in contention for state titles. Neenah High School's Jacob Jungwirth, a 6-foot-7 junior, had a number of key plays in overtime to spark the Rockets to a 54-51 win over the Kimberly Papermakers on Friday, February 20.

Why it matters

The Appleton area has a strong wrestling tradition, and the state tournament is a highly anticipated event that showcases the top talent in the state. Jungwirth's performance in the Rockets' win over Kimberly demonstrates the caliber of wrestlers from the region who will be competing for state titles.

The details

Jungwirth, Neenah's 6-foot-7 junior, made several crucial plays in overtime to lead the Rockets to victory over the Kimberly Papermakers. The win sets up the Appleton-area wrestlers to be in contention for state titles at the upcoming WIAA state individual wrestling tournament.

  • The WIAA state individual wrestling tournament for boys and girls will take place from February 25, 2026.
  • Neenah's 54-51 win over Kimberly occurred on Friday, February 20, 2026.

The players

Jacob Jungwirth

A 6-foot-7 junior wrestler for Neenah High School who had a number of key plays in overtime to spark the Rockets to victory over Kimberly.

Neenah High School

A high school located in the Appleton area that has a strong wrestling program, as demonstrated by Jungwirth's performance in the win over Kimberly.

Kimberly Papermakers

The high school wrestling team that Neenah defeated in overtime, showcasing the talent of wrestlers from the Appleton area.

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What’s next

The WIAA state individual wrestling tournament for boys and girls will take place from February 25, 2026, where wrestlers from the Appleton area, including Neenah's Jacob Jungwirth, will be in contention for state titles.

The takeaway

The Appleton area has a strong wrestling tradition, and the upcoming WIAA state individual wrestling tournament will be an opportunity for local wrestlers to showcase their talent and compete for state titles.