2026 NWCA/USMC Multi-Division National Duals to return to the UNI-Dome, Jan. 9-10

Manheim, PA – The National Wrestling Coaches Association (NWCA) announced today that the 2026 NWCA/USMC Multi-Division National Dual Meet Championships, presented by A Better Way Athletics, Capitol Construction, and Defense Soap, will return to the UNI-Dome in Cedar Falls, Iowa, for the third consecutive year. The event will take place Friday and Saturday, January 9-10, 2026.

The 2026 edition will feature a record 120 teams across seven divisions of collegiate wrestling. New this year is the addition of an NCAA Division III Women's bracket. Programs competing in NCAA Division III will now have the option to participate either in the new DIII women's bracket or the combined NCAA Division I/II women's division.

"We are pleased to welcome the NWCA back to Cedar Falls for another impactful and exciting event," said UNI Director of Athletics Megan Franklin. "Wrestling is part of the fabric of Iowa, and the Multi-Division National Duals only adds to the legacy of memories made in the UNI-Dome."

NWCA Executive Director Mike Moyer echoed the excitement, stating, "We are thrilled to bring the nation's largest dual meet championship back to the UNI-Dome. The National Duals are a true celebration of our sport, with many of these programs having been added over just the past 15 to 20 years."

The 2026 NWCA/USMC Multi-Division National Dual Meet Championships will feature the following divisions:

• Men's Divisions: NAIA, NCAA Division I (Mid-Major), NCAA Division II, NCAA Division III

• Women's Divisions: NAIA, NCAA Division I/II, NCAA Division III

The NWCA will announce the list of participating teams at a later date.

For more information about the NWCA and the Multi-Division National Dual Meet Championships, please visit www.nwcaonline.com.