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NCAA Adds Women's Wrestling as 91st Championship Sport, Fastest Growing Sport, Set to Begin in 2026
Jan 17, 2025, 05:08 PM
The NCAA has officially added women's wrestling as its 91st championship sport, following a vote by the Division II and Division III councils. This new championship will commence in 2026 and will feature athletes from all three NCAA divisions competing against one another. The decision marks a historic moment for the NCAA, reflecting the growing popularity of women's wrestling, which is recognized as the fastest-growing sport in the country. Support for this initiative has been robust, with the Big West conference expressing full backing for the move.
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