Washington's Best Wrestlers Converge at 2026 WIAA State Mat Classic: Historic Three-Day Championship Delivers Thrilling Matchups
Elite Competition Showcases Washington's Wrestling Depth
Washington's wrestling community descended on the mat this past weekend for the 2026 WIAA State Wrestling Mat Classic, a three-day spectacle that reminded everyone why Washington prep wrestling belongs among the nation's elite programs. From February 19-21, wrestlers across multiple classifications competed for state supremacy in a tournament that streamed live on FloWrestling, giving fans across the Pacific Northwest instant access to some of the most intense high school wrestling action the state has to offer.
The talent on display was staggering. At 285 pounds in the boys 2A division, Kade West of Anacortes claimed first place in a gutsy final against Landon Hamblin of Aberdeen, cementing the Seahawks' position as one of the state's wrestling powerhouses. Meanwhile, Eli Policarpio of Chief Sealth dominated the boys 2A 215-pound bracket, showcasing the wrestling excellence coming out of Seattle's south end against Theo Stearns of North Kitsap.
Girls Wrestling Continues Explosive Growth
Perhaps the most exciting development at the Mat Classic was the continued surge of girls wrestling across Washington. Hailey Rains of Anacortes proved she's among the state's elite female wrestlers, capturing the girls 2A 235-pound title over Charlene Underwood of Toppenish in a matchup that demonstrated the incredible caliber of female wrestlers competing in Washington's WIAA system. The girls 1B/2B/1A 235-pound division saw Aubrey Newberry of Kiona Benton emerge victorious against Nina Siribun of Raymond/South Bend, further proof that girls wrestling has transcended from emerging sport to established powerhouse in Washington.
Looking Toward Future Glory
The heavyweight divisions produced some of the tournament's most memorable moments. Jake Turner of Zillah captured the boys 1A 285-pound state title, outlasting Ulysses Betancourt of Cashmere in a heavyweight clash that left the crowd breathless. In the boys 1B/2B heavyweight bracket, Kenneth Daman of Forks defeated Carter Pease of River View, bringing wrestling glory back to the Olympic Peninsula.
With matches archived on FloWrestling for fans to watch anytime, the 2026 WIAA State Wrestling Mat Classic cemented itself as one of Washington's premier wrestling events. These wrestlers, coaches, and programs are building legacies that will inspire the next generation of Washington wrestlers to step onto the mat and chase their own state titles.
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