WIN’s Volume 32 Issue 5 is out NOW!

Updated: November 30, 2025

WIN’s Volume 32 Issue 5 is out now!

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Inside this issue, you will find full coverage from the 2026 NWCA Multi-Division National Dual Meet Championships, which took place Jan. 9-10 in Cedar Falls, Iowa.

WIN has an updated Tournament Power Index (TPI), dual-team rankings and NCAA DI individual rankings as well as a Race for the Dan Hodge Trophy update as of Jan. 21.

Also on the college front, check out February’s “Big-Dual” preview, as WIN Editor Tristan Warner takes a look at some of the most anticipated remaining dual-meet matchups in DI men’s wrestling.

You will also find an updated set of WIN Magazine/Spartan Combat High School Boys Rankings for the 2025-26 season by Rob Sherrill, as well as a listing of every date and location for each of the 50 states’ high school boys’ state tournaments.

This issue also contains features, columns, and Q&As from the following WIN writers: Dan Gable, Zach Even-Esh, John Klessinger, Wes Littlefield, Bill X. Barron, WIN founder Mike Chapman, WIN Publisher Bryan Van Kley and WIN Editor Tristan Warner as well as guest columns from Danny Struck and Kyle Martin.

Plus, like every issue, WIN is perfect for active wrestlers and coaches….in the January issue, Gold-Certified Pennsylvania USA Wrestling men’s director Kyle Martin breaks down the nuances of the front headlock to a nearside cradle finish. Meanwhile, WIN’s Zach Even-Esh discusses the importance of incorporating odd objects and strongman training for wrestlers.

Lastly, check in with the USA Wrestling State Associations in Iowa, Florida, South Dakota and Nebraska for the latest news and updates within their states.

V32I5 WIN Magazine Features

Page 10 – FEBRUARY ALREADY?

It may be difficult to believe, but the conference dual-meet grind is already upon us. WIN Editor Tristan Warner examines some of the most compelling matchups slated for the final month of the regular season.

Page 46 – OUT WEST FEATURE: MJ CANNOT BE SLOWED

In this RMN Events’ Outwest Feature, Bill X. Barron shares how Colorado youth wrestling star MJ Vigil, despite suffering from hearing challenges, refuses to let it hold her back from greatness.

Page 50 – TAKEDOWN SPORTSWEAR: OUTFITTING A NEW ERA

Approaching Takedown Sportswear’s 20th year, founder Dustin Kawa is leveraging new opportunities made possible through MMA, RAF and NIL deals to give back to the sport in hopes of growing it even further.

Page 52 – PIN CANCER SPOTLIGHT: NORTH BABYLON (NY)

The Wrestle for a Cure Campaign is something North Babylon (NY) head coach Paul Turano feels personally connected to, and hosting an annual ‘Pin Cancer’ match has only strengthened his team’s bond.