Midwest Nationals Wrestling Tournament

09/01/2026

Midwest Nationals Preseason Open is Oct 31 with weigh-ins on Oct 30 5 to 7 p.m. or Oct 31 from 7 to 8 am and 9th grade through college open 10 to 10:45 This is the last tournament girls can wrestle in for Illinois wrestlers This is a great tournament to start your season for girls and boys 1st grade through college Open any questions email me [email protected] or call me Mike Manahan 309-275-0215

07/05/2026

Thank you to everyone who made the 2026 Midwest Nationals another incredible event. Thank you to all of our staff, referees, trainers, coaches, and competitors! Thank you as well to our primary sponsors, Gatorade, and LiUNA Midwest Region. And thank you to our trusted video production partner, Garcia Video Productions. See you on the mat next year!!!
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Thank you Garcia Video Productions for the great highlight videos every year!!!
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07/04/2026

Happy Independence Day from all of us at Midwest Nationals Wrestling!

Wishing you and your family a safe, fun, and memorable Fourth of July. Thank you to all of the athletes, coaches, officials, volunteers, military members, and first responders who make our wrestling community so special.

Have a great holiday! 🇺🇸

06/26/2026

The hardware is in the house.

Champions at the 2026 Midwest Nationals won’t just earn a title, they’ll take home a Championship Ring.

Think you’ve got what it takes?

Register today:
https://www.midwestnationalswrestling.com/register

June 27 • Illinois Wesleyan University

06/24/2026

Today is National Hydration Day!

As athletes prepare for the 2026 Midwest Nationals Wrestling Tournament, hydration remains one of the most important keys to performance, recovery, and safety on the mat.

We’re proud to partner with Gatorade, which will be available throughout the event to help athletes stay fueled before, during, and after competition. Gatorade is scientifically formulated to hydrate better than water, helping athletes replace electrolytes and stay at their best when it matters most.

Make hydration part of your training plan and we’ll see you on June 27th at the Shirk Center in Bloomington!

Registration is still open:
https://www.midwestnationalswrestling.com/register

05/20/2026

🇺🇸🥇 WE'RE BACK!!! 🏆🇺🇸

The Midwest Nationals Wrestling Tournament is back at Illinois Wesleyan University on June 27, 2026!

✅ Elementary through College/Open divisions
✅ Boys and girls wrestling
✅ No AAU or USA cards required
✅ Walk-in registration available
✅ Elite competition. Great atmosphere. Real wrestling.

Whether you're chasing a title, preparing for next season, or just love the sport, this is where wrestlers come to compete!

🇺🇸🥇 CHAMPIONS ARE MADE IN THE OFF-SEASON!!! 🏆🇺🇸

📍Illinois Wesleyan University Shirk Center
Bloomington, Illinois

A one-day wrestling tournament that takes place at Illinois Wesleyan University’s Shirk Center. Participants range from first grade through college and above.