About NHSCA Nationals
The most prestigious high school wrestling tournament in America
Next Tournament: March 27–29, 2026
Virginia Beach Convention Center, Virginia Beach, VA
The National High School Coaches Association (NHSCA) National Championships represents the pinnacle of high school wrestling competition. Each year, the nation's top wrestlers compete across four divisions - Freshman, Sophomore, Junior, and Senior - for the coveted title of NHSCA All-American.
Only the top 8 finishers in each weight class earn All-American status, making this one of the most exclusive honors in high school wrestling. NC United has proudly sent numerous wrestlers to this prestigious tournament, with many achieving All-American recognition.
Tournament Format
- • 4 Divisions: Freshman through Senior
- • 14 Weight Classes per division
- • Top 8 finishers earn All-American status
- • Single elimination with wrestlebacks
Qualification
- • State champions and runners-up
- • At-large selections by committee
- • Regional tournament winners
- • Returning All-Americans
Tournament Stats
Total Divisions
4
Weight Classes
14 per division
All-Americans
Top 8 per weight
Archive Years
1990-2025
NC United Legacy
🏆 Champions
Multiple NHSCA National Champions
🥈 All-Americans
Dozens of All-American honors
📈 Growth
Consistent representation since 1990
Division Breakdown
Understanding the four competitive divisions at NHSCA Nationals
Freshman Division
The entry point for high school wrestling excellence. Freshman wrestlers compete for their first taste of national-level competition.
- First-year high school students only
- Foundation for future success
- Builds tournament experience
Notable Achievements
NC United Champions:
Multiple
All-Americans:
64+
Years Represented:
2005-2025