The Legacy of the 2025 IHSAA Iowa High School Wrestling Championships
The 2025 IHSAA Iowa High School Wrestling State Championships have left an indelible mark on high school wrestling in Iowa. Held in Des Moines from February 18-22, the tournament showcased the best Iowa has to offer, with over 40 wrestlers crowned as state champions across three divisions.
Top 20 National Wrestlers Shine
Six of Iowa’s top 20 national wrestlers competed in this year’s tournament, turning the spotlight on some of the state’s most formidable athletes. Dreshaun Ross, Nico DeSalvo, Cooper Martinson, Hayden Schwab, Christian Castillo, and Kyler Knaack stood out, with several making it to the finals. Their performances not only solidified their positions in the national rankings but also set a high standard for future competitions.
A Divisional Breakdown
With three divisions—3A, 2A, and 1A—Iowa ensured that wrestlers from all backgrounds and sizes could compete at the highest level. The diversity in talent was evident, as athletes from schools across all divisions showcased their skills and determination.
3A Champions
| Weight Class | Winner | School |
|---|---|---|
| 106 | Eddie Woody | Southeast Polk |
| 113 | Nico DeSalvo | Southeast Polk |
| 120 | Jake Knight | Bettendorf |
| 126 | Christian Castillo | Ames |
| 132 | TJ Koester | Bettendorf |
| 138 | Mac Crosson | Indianola |
| 144 | Justis Jesuroga | Southeast Polk |
| 150 | Justin Avila | Iowa City, West |
| 157 | Maximus Dhabolt | Ankeny Centennial |
| 165 | Jaxon Miller | Carlisle |
| 175 | Jacob Helgeson | Johnston |
| 190 | Asa Hemsted | Carlisle |
| 215 | Dreshaun Ross | Fort Dodge |
| 285 | Cooper Martinson | Southeast Polk |
2A Champions
| Weight Class | Winner | School |
|---|---|---|
| 106 | Dylan Williamson | Van Meter |
| 113 | Urijah Courter | West Marshall |
| 120 | Brayden Bohnsack | Union, LaPorte City |
| 126 | CJ Davis | Burlington Notre Dame |
| 132 | Jace Hedeman | Union, LaPorte City |
| 138 | Kaiden Dietzenbach | Burlington Notre Dame |
| 144 | Jase Jaspers | Mount Vernon |
| 150 | Shane Hanford | West Marshall |
| 157 | Brent Dennhardt | Greene County |
| 165 | Bo Koedam | Sergeant Bluff-Luton |
| 175 | Zayvion Ellington | Sergeant Bluff-Luton |
| 190 | Austin Scranton | Anamosa |
| 215 | Mason Koehler | Glenwood |
| 285 | Jaydn Cooper | Winterset |
1A Champions
| Weight Class | Winner | School |
|---|---|---|
| 106 | Kaiden Belinsky | Don Bosco |
| 113 | Hendrix Schwab | Don Bosco |
| 120 | Hayden Schwab | Don Bosco |
| 126 | Gavin Landers | Denver |
| 132 | Jayden Rinken | Nashua-Plainfield |
| 138 | Dawson Youngblut | Don Bosco |
| 145 | Blake Fox | Osage |
| 150 | Corbin Reis | Logan -Magnolia |
| 157 | Boden White | Denver |
| 165 | Kyler Knaack | Don Bosco |
| 175 | Kanen Decker | Wapsie Valley |
| 190 | Louden Huisenga | WACO, Wayland |
| 215 | Ashton Honnold | Nodaway Valley |
| 285 | Trenton Warner | Nodaway Valley |
Prep Ranking Up Kill Big
The 2025 Iowa State Championship was also a time for improvements. The rankings and players will stay updated for.
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FloWrestling’s archived footage from all events will also be available in their video library, a pay-per-view feature that allows fans to relive the thrilling matches time and again.
Future Trends in High School Wrestling
Increased Visibility
The 2025 FloWrestling Championships highlighted the growing visibility of high school wrestling. With platforms like FloWrestling and Trackwrestling providing comprehensive coverage, more fans and athletes are taking notice. Expect to see even more digital engagement and social media buzz in the coming years.
Pro Tips: Wrestling Across America
Where time zones, battles and covers? Wrestling Across America an annual event, provides teams, coaches and other officials the opportunity to meet and into a tournament.
Scientific Training
High school athletes are adopting more advanced training techniques and nutritional strategies. For example, Hayden Schwab, now a champion also pointed out training methods last year before the 2025 season. Expect to see more students logging their workouts apply fitness and nutrition trendiest out there.
Did you know? Hayden improved his speed and agility with a combination of sprinting drills, plyometrics, and cutting-edge injury techniques, which helped him secure his championship win.
Technology Integration
Wearable tech like heart rate monitors, and position are debating advancements for wrestling training. These technologies allow athletes to track their performance in real-time, providing valuable data for coaches to develop personalized training plans.
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FAQ
Q: Where can I watch the 2025 Iowa State Championships?
A: Video footage from all events is archived on FloWrestling’s video library for subscribers to watch. You can see dramatical moments Hayden Schwab boiled down by putting it equipment blistering.
Q: Who won the 150 lb this year?
A: Justin Avilla with powerhouse turned turbo engine out*sprinted Nebraska utilizing classic Brocovich pin technique.
Q: How can I find the wrestling brackets?
A: The 2025 Iowa State Championship brackets are available on the website Trackwrestling.
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