Wrestling recruiting guides for families
Short summaries of the rules and decisions that come up along the way. Every page lists its official sources.
Rules checked Oct 27, 2026. For men's and women's wrestling, any graduating class and any state.
Weight Classes & Weight Management
College weight classes for men and women, NCAA weight certification and the new NFHS girls' rule.
Read the guide →High School, Club & College Camps
How high school wrestling, club and off-season events, college camps and college club wrestling fit into recruiting.
Read the guide →Film, Results & What Coaches Ask For
What wrestling coaches want to see: results, full matches and a short highlight video.
Read the guide →Scholarships, Offers & Signing
Athletic aid limits by level, written offers, signing dates and comparing net cost.
Read the guide →Roster Limits & the Eligibility Clock
The 30-wrestler D1 roster limit and the new age-based eligibility model.
Read the guide →Official & Unofficial Visits
Who pays, what you need first, and when D1 men's and women's wrestling visits can happen.
Read the guide →JUCO, Redshirts & Two-Year Routes
How NJCAA wrestling works, redshirts and prep years, and the rules for moving on to a four-year school.
Read the guide →NIL for Recruits
What high school wrestlers headed to D1 must report, and what is not allowed.
Read the guide →Eligibility & Amateurism
Registering with the NCAA and NAIA eligibility centers, and why prize money can affect your status.
Read the guide →The Transfer Portal
The D1 wrestling transfer windows, D2, D3 and NAIA transfer rules, and what transfers mean for high school recruits.
Read the guide →Recruiting Scams & Red Flags
What paid recruiting services, showcases and "exposure" events can and can't do, and the warning signs.
Read the guide →GPA & Academics
Core GPA, eligibility by level and the 10/7 rule.
Read the guide →Timeline & Contact Rules
When wrestling coaches can contact you, 9th through 12th grade.
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