The National Wrestling Hall of Fame is proud to announce that “Women’s Wrestling Memorable Moments” will be displayed at the 2024 National Collegiate Women’s Wrestling Championships on March 8 and 9 at the Alliant Energy PowerHouse in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. 

This engaging and educational display is dedicated to showcasing the significant milestones and achievements that have shaped the history of women’s wrestling. 

Spanning an impressive 10-feet by 10-feet, the vibrant, full-color exhibit is designed to celebrate and acknowledge the rich history and evolution of women’s wrestling. Visitors will have the opportunity to explore a timeline of remarkable achievements and pivotal moments that highlight the progress and resilience of female wrestlers throughout the years. 

"This exhibit showcases the exponential growth that women’s wrestling has achieved over the last several decades in the United States," said Lee Roy Smith, Executive Director, National Wrestling Hall of Fame. "Featuring pioneering World and Olympic champions and other significant milestones, this display celebrates the profound impact that women’s wrestling has had on our sport, both in our country and worldwide." 

The annual national championships for NCAA women's wrestling programs, the NCWWC currently includes NCAA programs from the Division I, II and III levels. Athletes must qualify for the NCWWC through six Regional Qualifiers. This will be the fifth year for this national tournament. For more information and tickets visit ncwwc.com. 

Women’s wrestling is currently an NCAA Emerging Sport. Earlier this year the NCAA Committee on Women's Athletics voted to recommend Divisions I, II and III sponsor legislation to add a national collegiate women's wrestling championship, which could be achieved as early as the 2025-26 season. 

The portable women’s wrestling timeline will also be displayed at the 2024 NCAA Division I Men’s Wrestling Championships Fan Event at the Kansas City Convention Center on March 21-23. The Fan Event is held in conjunction with the 2024 NCAA DI Men’s Wrestling Championships on March 21-23 at the T-Mobile Center in Kansas City, Missouri. CLICK for More Information

The Hall of Fame’s museum in Stillwater proudly houses a permanent “Women In Wrestling” exhibit. This installation pays homage to the resilience, determination, and talent of female athletes who have strived for recognition and respect in the sport. Featuring an array of memorabilia, captivating images, and an interactive digital kiosk, the exhibit provides an engaging timeline that chronicles the pivotal events in women’s wrestling history. 

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