Wrestling fans, athletes, and coaches—NC United’s College Prospect class of 2026 Top 20 North Carolina high school wrestlers recognized for their skills, achievements, and collegiate potential. This list is a testament to the dedication and talent of wrestlers across North Carolina, as well as the exceptional strength of our high school and club wrestling programs.
Significance of the United Prospect List
The NC United College Prospect Rankings are designed to showcase the best wrestling talent in the state. We’ve identified athletes who demonstrate:
- Exceptional skills on the mat.
- Significant achievements in local, regional, and national competitions.
- The potential for collegiate success in wrestling.
These rankings aim to provide a valuable resource for college coaches, streamlining the recruitment process by highlighting North Carolina’s top wrestling prospects. For more insights, check out our guide on How to Get Recruited for College Wrestling to maximize opportunities for these talented athletes.
Here are NC United’s Top 20 College Wrestling Prospects for the Class of 2026. These rankings highlight athletes based on their performance in college opens, success against nationally ranked opponents, results at Super 32 and NHSCAA, and performance in the NC State Tournament and in-season wins against tough opponents.
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Top 20 Class of 2026 College Wrestling Prospects in North Carolina:
1. Bentley Sly – 144 lbs (Stuart Cramer, Darkhorse)
- College Commitment: Undecided
- Notable Accomplishments: 2-2 against NCAA DI opponents, Ranked #20 in the nation, multiple wins against nationally ranked opponents, 5-2 at Super 32, 6-2 at Fargo, NHSCAA AA, 1st at Southeast Regionals, 2x State Champion.
2. Lorenzo Alston – 157 lbs (Uwharrie Charter, K-Vegas)
- College Commitment: NC State
- Notable Accomplishments: 5-4 against NCAA DI opponents, (2x) NHSCAA AA, previously ranked nationally, multiple wins over nationally ranked wrestlers, 2x State Champion.
3. Eli Horton – 138 lbs (Morehead, Combat)
- College Commitment: Undecided
- Notable Accomplishments: 4-2 at Super 32, win against a seeded opponent at Super 32, State Champion, 2x State Finalist.State Champ.
4. Cael Dunn – 190 lbs (Avery County, Dogtown)
- College Commitment: Undecided
- Notable Accomplishments: 3-2 at NHSCAA and Super 32, 2x State Champion.list.
5. Andrew Meadows – 175 lbs (Mount Airy, K-Vegas)
- College Commitment: Undecided
- Notable Accomplishments: 4-2 at NHSCAAs, State Champion, 2x State Placer.
Top 20 North Carolina Wrestling Prospects Class of 2026
| Rank | Name | High School | Club | Weight | College Commitment |
| 1 | Bentley Sly | Stuart Cramer | Darkhorse | 144 | |
| 2 | Lorenzo Alston | Uwharrie Charter | K-Vegas | 157 | NC State |
| 3 | Eli Horton | Morehead | Combat | 138 | |
| 4 | Cael Dunn | Avery County | Dogtown | 190 | |
| 5 | Andrew Meadows | Mount Airy | K-Vegas | 175 | |
| 6 | Dominic Blue | Union Pines | Wrestling Factory | 175 | |
| 7 | Gabe Rogers | Seaforth | TWA | 120 | |
| 8 | Avery Rhymer | St Stephens | Combat | 215 | |
| 9 | Jace Barrier | Mooresville | Darkhorse | 126 | |
| 10 | Landon Pope | Pisgah | Haywood Elite | 215 | |
| 11 | Sammuel Gantt | Pine Forest | RAW | 144 | |
| 12 | Will Varner | Kings Mountain | Darkhorse | 150 | |
| 13 | Dominic Hittepole | Wheatmore | Combat | 175 | |
| 14 | Trevelian Hall | Lumberton | NC Pride | 106 | |
| 15 | Tiaj Thao | Davie | Combat | 132 | |
| 16 | Andrew Davis | Davie | Combat | 144 | |
| 17 | Sam Harper | South Iredell | C2X | 190 | |
| 18 | Cameron Gue | Mt. Pleasant | Darkhorse | 132 | |
| 19 | Jack Gibson | Northwest Guilford | – | 150 | |
| 20 | Jordan Miller | Seaforth | TWC | 113 |
What’s Next?
Stay tuned as we break down the top prospects from each class, highlighting their accomplishments and potential for success.
