2026 Class 3A State Wrestling Predictions

Class 3A State Predictions

106–Newman-Winfrey (SEP) over Gannon (Dowling) by decision. Newman-Winfrey exhibits too much firepower in all three positions

113–Robertty (Iowa City West) over Christensen (Waukee NW) in a squeaker

120–Prine (SEP) over Walsh (Ankeny).  Prine has elevated his wrestling when it counts most

126–My heart tells me Porter (Lewis Central) and my eyes instruct me Pierce (Iowa City West). Therefore, the eyes say Pierce over Woody Jr. (SEP). Tremendous top 4 depth at this weight

132–Knight (Bettendorf) over Hanson (SEP) in a dominating, controlled match

138–WOWZA!!! De Salvo (SEP) over Trevino in yet another LEG PASSING extravaganza

144–Oberbroeckling (SEP) over Hutt (Waukee NW)/ Wise (Marshalltown) winner

150–Jesuroga (SEP) over Blewitt (Indianola) by bonus

157–Fellers (Bondurant-Farrar) over Casey (Johnston) in a tight decision

165–Crosson (Indianola) over Rathjen (Ankeny) in workman-like performance

175–My MOST anticipated matchup of the tourney. Dhabolt (Ankeny Centennial) over Miller (Carlisle) in a drag down slug fest. ENJOY

190–Koester has been our #1 all year long, and it’s not changing now. Koester over Franke (Muscatine) by decision

215–Jipp (Bettendorf) bonuses Feist (North Scott). Delight to watch this dominator

285–Ross (Fort Dodge) tech.fall/fall over Hagan (Dowling) Thanks for the memories of a SPARKLING high school career