Exciting Expansion Coming to the 2026 NHSCA Events!
We’re excited to announce that the 2026 NHSCA events are growing to welcome the hundreds of athletes who couldn’t compete in 2025. While we will still enforce athlete limits to ensure a high-quality experience, the addition of 20 new mats in the Convention Center means we can accommodate significantly more competitors—without compromising on the athlete-first schedule and exceptional event experience you’ve come to expect from NHSCA.
With this expansion, we’re also excited to bring back and enhance several key experiences at High School Nationals:
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The free clinic series
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An expanded College Recruiting Fair (also free!)
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A brand-new (free) Fan Fest, located between the Sports Center and the Convention Center
As we continue to grow, exciting opportunities are ahead and we’re dedicated to turning every challenge into an even better experience for you. At the NHSCA, we remain committed to keeping your entry fees and ticket prices this year consistent with those of previous years.
Here’s a sneak peek at a few improvements for 2026:
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More than double the number of free shuttle buses to and from oceanfront hotels
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Warm up space and check scales Thursday during High School weigh-ins at the Convention Center
And this is just the beginning. Over the coming months, we’ll be announcing even more new experiences and enhancements designed to elevate your time at NHSCA events.
Thank you for your continued support. We can’t wait to welcome you to an even bigger and better 2026!
37th Annual High School Nationals
The NHSCA is proud to welcome you to the largest individual wrestling event in the country, featuring athletes from all 50 states and United States military bases around the world.
Registration Info
- Registration Opens: January 1st
- Max Number of Athletes Per Divison:
- High School Girls- 900 Wrestlers
- Boys Freshman-1000 Wrestlers
- Boys Sophomore- 1350 Wrestlers
- Boys Junior- 1475 Wrestlers
- Boys Senior- 1100 Wrestlers
- Middle School- 1000 Wrestlers
Important Event Info
- Weigh-Ins: March 26th
- Competition Dates: March 27th-29th
- Tickets On Sale: March 1st
- Coaches Passes On Sale: March 1st
Book Within the NHSCA Block and You’re an Instant Winner!
Book your stay at one of our official partner hotels and unlock your chance to win exciting prizes—guaranteed! When you check in, you’ll receive a ticket revealing your prize. Every room is a winner!
Prizes include:
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$200 Visa gift cards
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Free Event Tickets
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Exclusive Event Specific Gift
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ASICS gear
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And much more!
Don’t miss out—book within the NHSCA Block and start your stay with a win!
Hyatt Place Va Beach Oceanfront
Hyatt Place Va Beach Town Center
27th Annual National Duals
Featuring 480 teams from across the country, the National Duals the toughest and largest team event in the country. Teams are guaranteed 6 matches during the first two days are competition and are thoughtfully scheduled by sessions, maximizing your time on the beach for Memorial Day Weekend. This event has sold out to maximum capacity each year since 2016.
Registration Info
- Registration Opens- February 1st
- Team Caps By Divison:
- High School Girls- 80 Teams
- High School Boys- 208 Teams
- Middle School- 96 Teams
- Elementary- 96 Teams
Important Event Info
Coaches register their teams and fill their roster closer to competition. Individual athletes can sign up as a “free agent”, allowing coaches to invite you onto their team.
- Weigh-Ins: May 22nd
- Competition Dates: May 23rd-25th
- Tickets On Sale: May 1st
- Coaches Passes On Sale: May 1st
THANK YOU!
Thank you for your continued support of the NHSCA. Your attendance at our events directly contributes to the advancement of coaches nationwide. The NHSCA strives to be an organization that provides valuable resources and opportunities for coaches to enhance their programs. Thank you for being a vital part of our mission to support and empower coaches across the country.