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NCAA Adds Women's Wrestling as 91st Championship Sport for All Divisions in 2026, Fastest-Growing Sport
Jan 17, 2025, 05:15 PM
The NCAA has officially added women's wrestling as its 91st championship sport, with the first championship event scheduled for 2026. The decision was ratified by Divisions II and III, following approval by Division I, marking a significant milestone for the sport. This development will see athletes from all three NCAA divisions competing against each other in the championship. The move is seen as a major step forward for women's wrestling, which has been one of the fastest-growing sports in the country, with 76 programs currently sponsoring the sport at the NCAA level and over 1,200 women competing. The addition of this championship is expected to open doors for more female athletes and enhance the growth of the sport at the collegiate level.
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