Penn State Wrestling has recently made significant strides, highlighted by a historic NCAA championship and notable individual accolades.
**Historic NCAA Championship**
At the 2025 NCAA Division I Wrestling Championships held from March 20 to 22 in Philadelphia, the Penn State Nittany Lions clinched their 13th national team title and 12th under head coach Cael Sanderson. They set a new record by securing 10 All-American honors in a single tournament, surpassing their previous record from 2024. The team amassed 177 points, leading Nebraska by 60 points. citeturn0search13
**Individual Accolades**
Carter Starocci made history by becoming the first five-time NCAA Division I champion, transitioning from the 174-pound to the 184-pound weight class in his final season. This achievement was facilitated by an eligibility waiver due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Starocci expressed frustration over his match being scheduled first, stating, “I’m not sure why ESPN elected for the 184-pound match to be the first one.” citeturn0news14
Additionally, Penn State’s Mitchell Mesenbrink secured the 165-pound national title, contributing to the team’s overall success. citeturn0search13
**Offseason Developments**
The offseason has been eventful for Penn State Wrestling. The team welcomed Ohio State All-American Rocco Welsh, who announced his transfer to Penn State after entering the transfer portal. Welsh lost to Starocci in the 2024 174-pound national finals and is expected to add depth to the Nittany Lions’ lineup. citeturn0search5
These developments underscore Penn State Wrestling’s dominance and ongoing commitment to excellence in collegiate wrestling.
