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Ivan Ivanov of Eagle High poses with his coaches after winning a Fargo National Championship and the Outstanding Wrestler Award
Team Idaho delivered another solid performance at the 2025 16U/Junior Nationals (Fargo Nationals), marking the 32nd straight year the competition has taken place at the Fargo Dome on the North Dakota State University campus. The tournament, originating in 1971 at the University of Iowa's Fieldhouse as a Junior-level event, has witnessed substantial growth over the years. A key factor in this expansion has been the introduction of women’s divisions in the mid-2000s. With entries reaching a new high of 8,531 in 2025, up from over 7,000 in 2023, the caliber of competition in all divisions is at its peak. It's well known that girls' wrestling is the fastest-growing sport at both grassroots and high school in addition to collegiate and international levels. This trend is particularly noticeable at Fargo, where the 16U and Junior Women's divisions have seen the most significant increases, with the Junior division growing by 7% and the 16U division by approximately 23% since the previous year. To sum it up, Fargo is among the largest age group tournaments in the world and a sneak preview of future NCAA Champions, All-Americans and Olympians.
2025 REGISTERED WRESTLER COUNT PER USA WRESTLING (% increase since 2024)
- Junior Freestyle (M): 1,887 (~4%)
- Junior Greco-Roman (M): 1,339 (2%)
- 16U Freestyle (M): 1,786 (5%)
- 16U Greco-Roman (M): 1,274 (1%)
- Junior Freestyle (W): 1,216 (7%)
- 16U Freestyle (W): 1,029 (~23%)
TOTAL: 8,531 (~6%)
The period since 2020 has coincided with extraordinary growth for Team Idaho wrestling. Compared to the prior decade's average of roughly 13 All-Americans (all divisions), Team Idaho's performance has been exceptional. This includes record-breaking numbers such as 24 All-Americans in 2021 and 21 in 2022. Even with 19 All-Americans in 2023, the team's first Junior Greco-Roman national title, fueled by a record 10 All-Americans in that division, solidified its elevated status.
This year, the Gem State wrestlers fielded a sizable team at the championships, demonstrating their prowess on the national stage. They brought home a total of 16 All-Americans, a figure slightly above the average for all divisions over the past decade. Furthermore, a notable first for Team Idaho was securing a runner-up position in the 16U Greco category, with two champions and five All-Americans in that division alone.
Matthew Martino, an honor graduate of Bishop Kelly, showcased an impressive senior year, adding two more Fargo All-American accolades to his already decorated resume. After previously earning two All-American honors, Martino placed third in Freestyle and captured his first Fargo championship (aka, Stop Sign) in Greco. His four All-American honors contribute to his family's legacy, as he and his older brother Christopher have a combined 10 All-American honors, the second-highest in Idaho history. Martino is set to join his brother and further his education and wrestling career at Princeton University.
Prep standouts Saxton Scott of Idaho Falls and Boden Banta of South Fremont are among the Junior Greco All-Americans poised for collegiate wrestling careers. Scott, a 16U Fargo Greco champion in 2023 who also earned Outstanding Wrestler honors that year, concluded his high school wrestling career with a third All-American recognition, and will continue wrestling at Cal State Bakersfield. Banta, a teammate of Scott in the same weight group, secured a solid third-place finish and a third Fargo All-American honor overall. He is set to join the program at the University of Providence in Montana.
Brand'n Edstrom of Madison High School achieved a historic milestone, becoming the school's first wrestler to earn All-American honors in the 16U Freestyle division. Team Idaho excelled in the 16U Greco division, securing five All-American accolades, including two individual championships and three finalists. Ivan Ivanov of Suples (Eagle HS) spearheaded this impressive performance, dominating his competition to claim another Fargo title and his second 'Outstanding Wrestler' award, solidifying his position among the nation's top young Greco wrestlers. Also securing a Fargo championship was Mountain View's Gage Ponton, a junior poised to be a dominant heavyweight in the coming years. Bishop Kelly’s Holton Crane, finalist Blake Nevils (Meridian), and Greyson Packer of South Fremont also earned All-American recognition, with Packer joining his brother Jaxton, a multiple Fargo All-American now wrestling for the University of Sioux Falls.
Team Idaho's women's wrestling program is experiencing a surge in participation, with their 16U/Junior divisions sending over sixty wrestlers to Fargo. This growing involvement, coupled with strong national performances, signals Idaho's increasing prominence in the sport. A notable achievement includes Team Idaho reaching the championship finals at the National Duals (Greco), securing a runner-up finish after a close contest against wrestling powerhouse California. At the Fargo competition, the Idaho team achieved a significant milestone, with three wrestlers in each of the 16U and Junior divisions earning All-American status. Amie Hartman, a returning All-American from Mountain Home and known for wearing her signature Stetson-style cowboy hat, was particularly successful, achieving her long-held ambition of capturing the Junior division’s Fargo National Championship after placing third in 2023. Joely Slyter of Lewiston, recognized as a leading lightweight nationally, secured her fourth All-American honor, and Elise Twait of Meridian, overcoming a challenging pool of competitors, earned her initial All-American honor. All graduating seniors, Amie Hartman is heading to Dickinson State while Joely Slater and Elise Twait are set to continue their academic and wrestling careers at the University of Providence.
In the 16U division, Olivia Bezdicek of Jerome achieved her second Fargo All-American honor by placing runner-up in the 130-pound weight class. In addition, two other Idaho wrestlers earned their first All-American honors: Ali Svancara of Buhl and Molly Olague of Skyline. Idaho's wrestling landscape is being shaped by these exceptional young athletes, who are serving as role models for aspiring competitors.
Post Fargo competition, I had the opportunity to discuss Team Idaho’s performance with Chris Owens, the Director of Wrestling Operations for Idaho USA Wrestling. He stated, "The gains made by this year's Fargo team were truly outstanding, with each wrestler, particularly those who committed to the 16U/Junior Duals, Turf Wars Duals, and Fargo prep camp, showing incredible dedication and skill advancement. The summer achievements are something to be proud of, and the team is eager to see continued growth. A huge thank you to the coaching staff this year, who were instrumental in shaping this special group."
In closing, the state of Idaho continues to make a big statement on the national scene. Case in point, for the last several years Idaho has produced a solid number of All-Americans annually at Fargo, Folkstyle Nationals, and other national level events. From my first experience observing the wrestling scene in Idaho nearly five years ago, I could feel it in the air that something special was happening here. The wrestling culture in the Gem State is growing and from my observation is solidifying into a system that any wrestler willing to embrace the “Process” is more than capable of reaching their full potential at the highest of levels. I want to give a “thumbs up” to Chris Owens, Ivan Ivanov of Suples, the coaching staff and volunteers involved with Team Idaho, as well as a job well done for each and every Idaho wrestler that competed at the Fargo Nationals. Recognition goes to the incredible talent and dedication of former Fargo National Champions Aden Attao (Borah HS/Oregon State) and Shilo Jones (Mountain View HS/North Dakota State), who have successfully earned places on this year's U20 and U23 World Teams, respectively. Outstanding effort!
Below is a list of 2025 All-Americans per division and Fargo statistics dating back to 1980. A huge “THANK YOU” to Jason Bryant, one of the top journalists and promoters of wrestling in the country for his hard work and commitment to compile the entire history of the Fargo National Championships. Accordingly, I would not have been able to accurately compile Idaho’s history without having access to his work. WE’RE ONE IDAHO!
JUNIOR FREESTYLE ALL-AMERICAN
150 – Matthew Martino (Bishop Kelly HS), 3rd Place
JUNIOR GRECO-ROMAN ALL-AMERICANS
150 – Matthew Martino (Bishop Kelly HS), NATIONAL CHAMPION
126 – Boden Banta (South Fremont HS), 3rd Place
126 – Saxton Scott (Idaho Falls HS), 7th Place
16U FREESTYLE ALL-AMERICAN
113 – Brand’n Edstrom (Madison HS), 7th Place
16U GRECO-ROMAN ALL-AMERICANS
175 – Ivan Ivanov (Eagle HS), NATIONAL CHAMPION (OW)
215 – Gage Ponton (Mountain View HS), NATIONAL CHAMPION
106 – Holton Crane (Bishop Kelly HS), 4th Place
113 – Greyson Packer (South Fremont HS), 4th Place
132 – Blake Nevils (Meridian HS), 2nd Place
JUNIOR FREESTYLE ALL-AMERICANS (W)
207 – Amie Hartman (Mountain Home HS), NATIONAL CHAMPION
115 – Joely Slater (Lewiston HS), 4th Place
145 – Elise Twait (Meridian HS), 4th Place
16U FREESTYLE ALL-AMERICANS (W)
130 – Olivia Bezdicek (Jerome HS), 2nd Place
110 – Ali Svancara (Buhl HS), 7th Place
170 – Molly Olague (Skyline HS, 8th Place
INDIVIDUAL HIGHLIGHTS:
- Eagle's Ivan Ivanov (Suples) secures a first for Idaho wrestling: back-to-back Fargo titles and two Outstanding Wrestler awards.
- Matthew Martino of Bishop Kelly earns his first Fargo title, double All-American honors, and a fourth overall All-American recognition.
- Saxton Scott (Idaho Falls) and Boden Banta (So. Fremont) join the exclusive 3x Fargo All-American Club.
- Amie Hartman from Mountain Home becomes the second Idaho wrestler in the Junior Women’s Division to win a Fargo title.
- Joely Slyter of Lewiston distinguishes herself by joining the 4x Fargo All-American Club.
- Amie Hartman (Mountain Home) and Olivia Bezdicek (Jerome) are welcomed into the 2x Fargo All-American Club.
- The Martino Brothers (Christopher and Matthew) collectively achieved 10 All-American honors, the second-highest total amongst wrestling siblings.
- The Banta Brothers (Brock and Boden) secured a combined 7 All-American honors, ranking fourth overall.
- Elise Twait of Meridian secures her first Fargo All-American honor, joining her older brother Isaiah in this prestigious group.
- Grayson Packer secures his first Fargo All-American honor, joining his older brother Jaxton in this prestigious group.
TEAM HIGHLIGHTS:
- Team Idaho achieved significant milestones at Fargo this year: the 16U Greco team placed runner-up, marking their highest finish to date.
- Secured 16 Fargo All-American honors, the fourth-highest total since 1980
- Since 1980, Team Idaho has produced a total of 362 All-American honors across all divisions.
- Meridian High School earned its 25th All-American honor, the second most for a school, and Lewiston High School joined the top five high schools with 15 All-American honors to date.
16U/JUNIOR FARGO NATIONALS HISTORY
TEAM IDAHO
1980 – 2025
OUTSTANDING WRESTLER AWARD (Idaho)
157 – Ivan Ivanov (Eagle HS), 16U GR, 2024, 16U GR, 2025
106 – Saxton Scott (Idaho Falls HS), 16U GR, 2023
145 – Matthew Park (Centennial HS), 16U GR, 2014
170 – Jon Jay Chavez (Centennial HS), JR GR, 2014
132 – Hayden Tuma (Centennial HS), JR GR, 2013
178 – Jake Rosholt (Sandpoint HS), JR FS, 2000
5x NATIONAL CHAMPION (16U/JR)
Mack Mauger (Blackfoot HS), 2021 (16U FS/GR), ’22 (JR FS/GR), ’23 (JR GR)
4x NATIONAL CHAMPIONS (16U/JR)
Hayden Tuma (Centennial HS), 2010 (16U GR), ’11 (16U FS), ’12 (JR GR), ’13 (JR GR/OW)
3x NATIONAL CHAMPIONS (16U/JR)
Aden Attao (Borah HS), 2022 (JR FS/GR), ’23 (JR GR)
Ridge Lovett (Post Falls HS), 2016 (16U GR), ’18 (JR GR), ’19 (JR GR)
Jon Jay Chavez (Centennial HS), 2011 (16U GR)*, ’13 (JR GR), ’14 (JR GR/OW)
Boe Rushton (Wood River HS), 1996 (16U FS/GR), 1998 (JR FS)
*Cadet GR ‘11 (California)
2x NATIONAL CHAMPIONS (16U/JR)
Ivan Ivanov (Eagle HS), 2024 (16U GR/OW), 2025 (16U GR/OW)
Tanner Hall (Meridian HS), 2009 (16U GR), ’10 (JR FS)
Shawn Jones (Snake River HS), 2005 (JR GR), ’06 (JR GR)
Jared Lawrence (Sandpoint HS), 1995 (16U GR), ’96 (16U GR)
2x DOUBLE NATIONAL CHAMPION – FS/GR (16U/JR)
Mack Mauger (Blackfoot HS), 2021 (16U), ’22 (Junior)
DOUBLE NATIONAL CHAMPIONS – FS/GR (16U/JR)
Aden Attao (Borah HS), 2022 (Junior)
Boe Rushton (Wood River HS), 1996 (16U)
1x NATIONAL CHAMPIONS (JUNIORS)
Matthew Martino (Bishop Kelly HS), 2025 (JR GR)
Shilo Jones (Mountain View HS), 2024 (JR GR)
Kolter Burton (American Falls HS), 2021 (JR GR)
Jaron Chavez (Centennial HS), 2017 (JR GR)
Dorian Sapien (Boise HS), 2014 (JR GR)
Trevor Rupp (Pocatello HS), 2010 (JR GR)
Kirk Smith (Centennial HS), 2006 (JR FS)
Clayton Foster (Kamiah HS), 2006 (JR FS)
Adam Hall (Bonners Ferry HS), 2006 (JR FS)
Nick Smith (Centennial HS), 2004 (JR GR)
Brock Zollinger (Sugar-Salem HS), 2001 (JR GR)
Jake Rosholt (Sandpoint HS), 2000 (JR FS/OW)
Zac Taylor (Sandpoint HS), 1992 (JR FS)
1x NATIONAL CHAMPIONS (16U)
Gage Ponton (Mountain View HS), 2025 (16U GR)
Saxton Scott (Idaho Falls HS), 2023 (16U GR/OW)
Kaden Ramos (Thunder Ridge HS), 2018 (16U GR)
Jonathon Fagen (Fruitland HS), 2017 (16U GR)
Matthew Park (Centennial HS), 2014 (16U GR)
MOST ALL-AMERICAN HONORS (10x)
Ridge Lovett (Post Falls HS), 16U/JR FS/GR, 2015–’19
7x ALL-AMERICANS
Hayden Tuma (Centennial HS), 16U/JR FS/GR, 2010–’13
Shawn Jones (Snake River HS), 16U/JR FS/GR, 2002–’06
6x ALL-AMERICANS
Mack Mauger (Blackfoot HS), 16U/JR FS/GR, 2021–’23
Christopher Martino (Bishop Kelly HS), 16U/JR FS/GR, 2018–’22
Clayton Foster (Kamiah HS), 16U/JR FS/GR, 2004–’06
Adam Hall (Bonners Ferry HS), FS/GR, 2003–’06
5x ALL-AMERICANS
Aden Attao (Borah HS), FS/GR, 2021–’23
Kolter Burton (American Falls HS), 16U/JR FS/GR, 2021–’22
Kirk Smith (Centennial HS), 16U/JR FS/GR, 2005–’07
Josh Strait (Marsh Valley HS), 16U/JR GR, 2002–’06
Brock Zollinger (Sugar-Salem HS), Junior FS/GR, 2000–’02
Jared Lawrence (Sandpoint HS), 16U/JR FS/GR, 1995–’96
4x ALL-AMERICANS
Matthew Martino (Bishop Kelly HS), 16U/JR FS/GR, 2021, ’24, ‘25
Hudson Rogers (Meridian HS), 16U/JR FS/GR, 2021, ’22, ’24
Shilo Jones (Mountain View HS), JR FS, 2022, ’23, ’24
Jaron Chavez (Centennial HS), 16U/JR FS/GR, 2013–‘17
Drake Foster (Post Falls HS), 16U FS/GR, 2012–’13
Jon Jay Chavez (Centennial HS), JR GR, 2011–’14*
Casey George (Lewiston HS), 16U/JR FS/GR, 2008–’11
Brock Banta (So. Fremont HS), 16U/JR FS/GR, 2007–’10
Nick Smith (Centennial HS), 16U/JR FS/GR, 200 –’04
Clint Wolfley (Snake River HS), 16U/JR GR, 1997–’00
Boe Rushton (Wood River HS), 16U/JR FS/GR, 1995–’98
*2x AA honors – FS/GR (CALIF.) ‘11/2x AA honors, 2013-’14 (ID)
3x ALL-AMERICANS
Saxton Scott (Idaho Falls HS), 16U/JR GR, 2022, ’23 (OW), ‘25
Boden Banta (So. Fremont HS), 16U/JR GR, 2022, ’24, ‘25
Treygen Morin (Ridgevue HS), 16U/JR GR, 2021, ’23, ’24
Jaxton Packer (So. Fremont HS), 16U/JR GR, 2021, ’23, ’24
Rylan Rogers (Coeur d’ Alene HS), 16U/JR FS, 2019–’22*
Kyle Rice (New Plymouth HS), 16U/JR FS/GR, 2019–’21
Derek Mathews (Declo HS), 16U/JR FS/GR, 2019–’21
Destin Summers (Snake River HS), 16U/JR FS/GR, 2015–’19
Kase Mauger (Twins Falls HS), 16U FS/GR, 2016–’17
Ryan Klemp (Lewiston HS), 16U/JR FS/GR, 2013–’15
Chase Lemons (Bonneville HS), 16U/JR FS/GR, 2013–’14
Michael Cook (Kuna HS), 16U/JR FS/GR, 2010–’14
Blaine Invernon (Bonners Ferry HS), 16U/JR GR, 2011–’13
Chase Call (Shelly HS), 16U/JR GR, 2010–’13
Jared Johnshoy (Melba HS), 16U/JR FS/GR, 2010–’12
Gaylen Edmo (Highland HS), 16U/JR FS/GR, 2010–’11
Colby Kloetzer (16U/JR FS), 2007–’10
Tanner Hall (Meridian HS), 16U/JR FS/GR, 2009–’10
Trevor Rupp (Pocatello HS), JR FS/GR, 2009–’10
Eric Smith (Centennial HS), 16U/JR FS/GR, 2000–’02
Jake Rosholt (Sandpoint HS), 16U/JR FS, 1998–’01
Pat Larson (Sandpoint HS), 16U/JR FS/GR, 1994–’95
*Rylan Rogers earned two All-American honors for the state of Washington (2019, ’21).
2x ALL-AMERICANS
Ivan Ivanov (Eagle HS), 16U GR, 2024, ‘25
Gabriel Rosales (Mountain Home HS), JR FS/GR, 2023
Tanner Frothinger (Eagle HS), 16U/JR GR, 2021, ’23
Jadon Skellenger (Bishop Kelly HS), JR GR, 2022, ’23
Dedrick Navarro (Nampa HS), 16U/JR FS, 2021–’22
Preston Owens (Kuna HS), 16U FS/GR, 2019
Kaden Ramos (Thunder Ridge HS), 16U FS/GR, 2018
Ezekial Williamson (Jerome HS), 16U/JR GR, 2016, ‘18
Jonathon Fagen (Fruitland HS), 16U FS/GR, 2017
Kade Lincoln (Skyline HS), 16U/JR GR, 2014–’16
Taylor Owens (Borah HS), 16U/JR GR, 2013–’15
Seth McLeod (Post Falls HS), JR FS/GR, 2014, ’15
Derek Ramos (Hillcrest HS), 16U FS/GR, 2015
Dorian Sapien (Boise HS), JR FS/GR, 2014
Mathew Park (Centennial HS), 16U FS/GR, 2014
Casey Cobb (Kuna HS), JR FS/GR, 2012–’13
Chase Lemmons (Bonneville HS), 16U FS/GR, 2013
DeVaughn Sapien (Boise HS), 16U FS/GR, 2012
John Kenyon (Lewiston HS), 16U FS/GR, 2012
Preston Gentry (Meridian HS), 16U/JR FS/GR, 2004–’06
Dan Erekson (Eagle HS), JR FS/GR, 2005
Paul Gentry (Emmett HS), 16U GR, 2003–’04
Brandon Rupp (Pocatello HS), 16/JR GR, 2002–’04
Andy Patrick (Meridian HS), JR FS, 2002–’03
Talon Vickers (Weiser HS), 16U FS/GR, 2001
Louis Bean (Sugar-Salem HS), 16U FS/GR, 2000–’01
Tony Hook (Sandpoint HS), 16U/JR GR, 1999–’01
Tracy Vail (Minico HS), 16U/JR FS, 1993–’94
Zac Taylor (Sandpoint HS), 16U/JR FS/GR, 1989–’92
Brett Bingham (Gooding HS), 16U FS/GR, 1986
Glen Amador (Meridian HS), JR FS/GR, 1985
1x ALL-AMERICANS
Greyson Packer (South Fremont HS), 16U GR, 2025
Gage Ponton (Mountain View HS), 16U GR, 2025
Blake Nevils (Meridian HS), 16U GR, 2025
Holton Crane (Bishop Kelly HS), 16U GR, 2025
Brand’n Edstrom (Madison HS), 16U FS, 2025
Drake Morrison (Malad HS), 16U GR, 2024
Carson Gooley (Meridian HS), JR GR, 2024
Sean Hall (Canyon Ridge HS, 16U GR, 2024
Hunter Anderson (Rigby HS), JR GR, 2023
Carlos Valdez (Bishop Kelly HS), 16U GR, 2023
Isaiah Twait (Meridian HS), JR GR, 2023
Rider Seguine (Post Falls HS), 16U GR, 2022
Rylan Rogers (Coeur d’ Alene HS), JR FS, 2022
Tristan Bremer (Lewiston HS), JR GR, 2021
Tucker Bowen (Soda Springs HS), JR FS, 2021
Jason Mara (Meridian HS), 16U FS, 2021
Dante Roggio (Kuna HS), JR GR, 2021
Cade White (Meridian HS), 16U GR, 2021
Blaise Turner (American Falls HS), 16U GR, 2024
Kaleb Smith (Meridian HS), 16U GR, 2019
Kayd Craig (Gooding HS), 16U GR, 2019
Jakob Murillo (Jerome HS), 16U GR, 2017
Christian Hudson (Caldwell HS), 16U FS, 2017
George Barrera (Borah HS), JR GR, 2017
Braeden Dickinson (Canyon Ridge HS), 16U GR, 2016
Jason Burchell (Post Falls HS), 16U FS, 2016
Matthew Park (Centennial HS), 16U FS, 2014 (OW)
Raul Nevarez (Sugar-Salem HS), 16U GR, 2013
Chase Barber (Sugar-Salem HS), 2012
Jacoby Peterson (Kuna HS), 16U GR, 2011
Adam Dewey (Centennial HS), 16U GR, 2010
Garrett Demers (Coeur d’ Alene HS), 16U GR, 2010
Johnny Peregrina (Coeur d’ Alene HS), 16U GR, 2009
Braden Mowry (Coeur d’ Alene HS), JR GR, 2008
Spence Patrick (Mountain View HS), JR FS, 2008
Kyle Johnshoy (Melba HS), JR GR, 2008
Tracy Huffman (Lewiston HS, 16U GR, 2007
Jacob Scharbrough (Weiser HS), 16U FS, 2006
Jesse Nielsen (Coeur d’ Alene HS), 16U GR, 2006
Jordan Cox (Idaho Falls HS), 16U GR, 2006
Josh Warner (Idaho Falls HS), 16U FS, 2006
Austin Boehm (Mountain View), JR FS, 2005
Avery Garner (Centennial HS), 16U GR, 2005
Jaron Hathaway (Eagle HS), 16U GR, 2005
Wesley Cooper (Minico HS), 16U GR, 2004
Kevin Lester (Nampa HS), 16U GR, 2004
Luke Smith (Idaho Falls HS), 16U FS, 2003
Scott Thometz (Borah HS), JR GR, 2002
Clint Leonard (Lakeland HS), 16U FS, 2000
Reggie Ross (Sandpoint HS), 16U FS, 2000
Curtis Scott (Mountain Home HS), 16U GR, 2000
Mike Wilding (Highland HS), JR GR, 2000
Danny Ledda (Caldwell HS), 16U FS, 1999
James Huml (Sugar-Salem HS), JR FS, 1998
Jeremy Pascoe (Lakeland HS), 16U FS, 1997
Vern Malensky (St. Maries HS), 16U GR, 1997
Jake McDonald (Sandpoint HS), 16U FS, 1996
Joseph Corral (Meridian HS), 16U FS, 1995
Kole Clausen (Lakeland HS), JR FS, 1995
Jared Wolfley (Snake River HS), JR GR, 1995
Tony Price (Sugar-Salem HS), 16U FS, 1994
Zack Vaughn (Sandpoint HS), 16U FS, 1994
Micah Gibson (New Plymouth HS), 16U FS, 1991
Bryan Mogel (Kuna HS), Junior FS, 1991
Keith Weidert (Pocatello HS), 16U GR, 1990
Shane Hanson (Idaho Falls HS), 16U FS, 1990
Eric Crespi (Centennial HS), Junior FS, 1989
Robert Ho (Meridian HS), JR FS, 1989
Shawn Sudduth (Meridian HS), JR GR, 1989
Tony Piva (Centennial HS), JR FS, 1988
Tod Clinefelter (Kuna HS), JR GR, 1987
Chris Owens (Idaho Falls HS), JR FS, 1987
John Watson (Meridian HS), JR GR, 1987
Scott Davis (Idaho Falls HS), JR FS, 1985
Jeff Kloetzer (Meridian HS), JR GR, 1983
Zane Jones (Skyline HS, JR GR, 1980
TRIPLE ALL-AMERICAN HONORS (Single Championships)
Kolter Burton (American Falls HS), 16U FS/JR FS/GR), 2022
Jared Lawrence (Sandpoint HS), 16U FS/GR/JR FS), 1995
5x DOUBLE ALL-AMERICAN HONORS (Single Championships)
Ridge Lovett (Post Falls HS), 16U/JR FS/GR, 2015, ’16, ’17, ’18, ’19
3x DOUBLE ALL-AMERICAN HONORS (Single Championships)
Mack Mauger (Blackfoot HS), 16U/JR FS/GR, 2021, ’22, ’23
Hayden Tuma (Centennial HS), 16U/JR FS/GR), 2010, ’11, ’12
Clayton Foster (Kamiah HS), 16U/JR FS/GR, 2004, ’05, ’06
Shawn Jones (Snake River HS), 16U/JR FS/GR), 2002, ’05, ’06
2x DOUBLE ALL-AMERICAN HONORS (Single Championships)
Aden Attao (Borah HS), JR FS/GR, 2022, ’23
Christopher Martino (Bishop Kelly HS), 16U FS/GR, 2018, ’19
Drake Foster (Post Falls HS), 16U FS/GR, 2012, ’13
Kirk Smith (Centennial HS), 16U/JR FS/GR, 2005, ’06
Adam Hall (Bonners Ferry HS), 16U/JR FS/GR, 2004, ’06
Brock Zollinger (Sugar-Salem HS), JR FS/GR, 2000, ’01
1x DOUBLE ALL-AMERICAN HONORS (Single Championships)
Matthew Martino (Bishop Kelly HS), JR FS/GR, 2025
Gabriel Rosales (Mountain Home HS), JR FS/GR, 2023
Shilo Jones (Mountain View HS), JR FS/GR, 2023
Hudson Rogers (Meridian HS), 16U FS/GR, 2022
Derek Matthews (Declo HS), JR FS/GR, 2021
Kolter Burton (American Falls HS), JR FS/GR, 2021
Preston Owens (Kuna HS), 16U FS/GR, 2019
Kaden Ramos (Thunder Ridge HS), 16U FS/GR, 2018
Jaron Chavez (Centennial HS), JR FS/GR, 2017
Jonathan Fagen (Fruitland HS), 16U FS/GR, 2017
Kase Mauger (Twins Falls HS), 16U FS/GR, 2017
Derek Ramos (Hillcrest HS), 16U FS/GR, 2015
Dorian Sapien (Boise HS), JR FS/GR, 2014
Matthew Park (Centennial HS), 16U FS/GR), 2014
Chase Lemons (Bonneville HS), 16U FS/GR), 2013
Ryan Klemp (Lewiston HS), 16U FS/GR, 2013
DeVaughn Sapien (Boise HS), 16U FS/GR, 2012
John Kenyon (Lewiston HS), 16U FS/GR, 2012
Casey George (Lewiston HS), JR FS/GR, 2011
Gaylen Edmo (Highland HS), 16U FS/GR, 2010
Tanner Hall (Meridian HS), JR FS/GR, 2010
Trevor Rupp (Pocatello HS), JR FS/GR, 2009
Dan Erekson (Eagle HS), JR FS/GR), 2005
Nick Smith (Centennial HS), JR FS/GR, 2004
Talon Vickers (Weiser HS), 16U FS/GR, 2001
Boe Rushton (Wood River HS), 16U FS/GR, 1996
Jared Lawrence (Sandpoint HS), 16U GR/JR FS, 1996
Pat Larson (Sandpoint HS), 16U FS/GR, 1994
Brett Bingham (Gooding HS), 16U FS/GR, 1986
Glen Amador (Meridian HS), Junior FS/GR, 1985
2x NATIONAL CHAMPION (JR W)
Anneliese DeAragon (Sandpoint HS), 2009, ’10
NATIONAL CHAMPION (JR W)
Amie Hartman (Mountain Home HS), 2025
Kaidance Gerg, 2023
NATIONAL CHAMPIONS (16U W)
Brelane Huber (Post Falls HS), 2017
Cierra Foster (Post Falls HS), 2014
DOUBLE ALL-AMERICAN HONORS (W)
Brelane Huber (Post Falls HS), 2017 (16U/JR)
Megan Houser (Homedale HS), 2016 (16U/JR)
Cierra Foster (Post Falls HS), 2014 (16U/JR)
Lily DeAragon (Sandpoint HS), 2011 (16U/JR)
4x ALL-AMERICAN (W)
Joely Slyter (Lewiston HS), 16U/JR FS, 2021–‘25
Brelane Huber (Post Falls HS), 16U/JR FS, 2017–’19
3x ALL-AMERICANS (W)
Megan Houser (Homedale HS), 16U/JR FS, 2015–’16
Lily DeAragon (Sandpoint HS), 16U/JR FS, 2011–’12
Annaliese DeAragon (Sandpoint HS), JR FS, 2008–’10
2x ALL-AMERICANS (W)
Amie Hartman (Mountain Home HS), 16U/JR FS, 2023, ‘25
Olivia Bezdicek (Jerome HS), 16U FS, 2024, ‘25
Kaidance Gerg, JR FS, 2023, ’24
Alyssa Randles (Coeur d’ Alene HS), JR FS, 2021, ’22
Marissa Jimenez (Caldwell HS), 16U/JR FS, 2019, ’21
Sierra Pesnell (Parma HS), 16U/JR FS, 2015, ’16
Koral Sugiyama (Pocatello HS), 16U/JR FS, 2013, ’15
Cierra Foster (Post Falls HS), 16U/JR FS, 2014
1x ALL-AMERICANS (W)
Elise Twait (Meridian HS), JR FS, 2025
Molly Olague (Skyline HS), 16U FS, 2025
Ali Svancara (Buhl HS), 16U FS, 2025
Roxy Sheen (Buhl HS), 16U FS, 2024
Liv Wieber (Eagle HS), JR FS, 2022
Clare Waite (Boise HS), JR FS, 2023
Mia Furman (Rocky Mountain HS), 16U FS, 2021
Katherine Renz (Borah HS), 16U FS, 2012
Kyah Larson (Borah HS), JR FS, 2009
TOP 10 TEAM FINISHES (Idaho)
JUNIOR GRECO-ROMAN (GR)
2024 – 6th Place
2023 – NATIONAL CHAMPIONS
2022 – 3rd Place
2021 – 6th Place
2014 – 7th Place
2013 – 7th Place
2010 – 8th Place
2006 – 4th Place
2005 – 7th Place
2004 – 7th Place
2001 – 9th Place
JUNIOR FREESTYLE (FS)
2022 – 4th Place
2006 – 6th Place
2005 – 9th Place
2000 – 9th Place
16U GRECO-ROMAN (GR)
2025 – 2nd Place
2021 – 4th Place
2019 – 9th Place
2013 – 8th Place
MEDAL COUNTS/STATISTICS (Since 1980)
JUNIOR DIVISION
Individual Titles – Freestyles (9)
Individual Titles – Greco-Roman (20)
Total Medals – Freestyle (65)
Total Medals – Greco-Roman (95)
Total Medals – Freestyle/Greco-Roman (160)
16U DIVISION
Individual Titles – Freestyle (3)
Individual Titles – Greco-Roman (14)
Total Medals – Freestyle (62)
Total Medals – Greco-Roman (98)
Total Medals – Freestyle/Greco-Roman (160)
JUNIOR WOMEN’S DIVISION
Individual Titles – Freestyle (4)
Total Medals – Freestyle (23)
16U WOMEN’S DIVISION
Individual Titles – Freestyle (2)
Total Medals – Freestyle (19)
FARGO MEDALS SINCE 1980
16U Freestyle (62)
16U Greco-Roman (98)
Junior Freestyle (65)
Junior Greco-Roman (95)
16U Women’s Freestyle (19)
Junior Women’s Freestyle (23)
TOTAL: 362
MOST MEDALS AT A SINGLE CHAMPIONSHIPS – 2021 (All Divisions)
16U Greco-Roman (7)
16U Freestyle (3)
Junior Greco-Roman (7)
Junior Freestyle (3)
16U Women’s Freestyle (2)
Junior Women’s Freestyle (2)
TOTAL: 24
10 OR MORE ALL-AMERICAN HONORS (All Divisions)
24 All-Americans, 2021
21 All-Americans, 2022
19 All-Americans, 2023
16 All-Americans, 2025
15 All-Americans, 2010, ’12, ’13, ’24
14 All-Americans, 2006
13 All-Americans, 2004, ’05, ’17, ’19
12 All-Americans, 2011, ’14
11 All-Americans, 2015, ’16
10 All-Americans, 2000
MOST ALL-AMERICANS AT CHAMPIONSHIPS (Per Division)
16U Freestyle: 4 (2000)
16U Greco-Roman: 7 (2021)
Junior Freestyle: 5 (2005, ’22)
Junior Greco-Roman: 10 (2023)
Junior Women’s Freestyle: 3 (2025)
16U Women’s Freestyle: 3 (2025)
WEIGHT GROUPS W/MOST ALL-AMERICANS
16U Freestyle – 88 lbs. (6)
16U Greco-Roman – 94/94.5 lbs. (8)
Junior Freestyle – HWT (8)
Junior Greco-Roman – HWT (10)
16U Women’s Freestyle – 124 lbs. (3)/170 lbs. (3)
Junior Women’s Freestyle – 125 lbs. (3)
5 OR MORE FINALS APPEARANCES (All Divisions)
Ridge Lovett (16U/Junior FS/GR): 7 (2015–’19)
Aden Attao (Junior FS/GR): 5 (2021–’23)
Mack Mauger (16U/Junior FS/GR): 5 (2021–’23)
Hayden Tuma (16U/Junior FS/GR): 5 (2010–’13)
TOP 5 SCHOOLS WITH THE MOST ALL-AMERICAN HONORS (All-Divisions)
1 – Centennial High School (Boise Metro): 32
2T – Meridian High School (Boise Metro): 25
2T – Sandpoint High School (North): 25
4 – Post Falls High School (North): 24
5T – Snake River (South Central): 15
5T – Lewiston (Central): 15
ALL-AMERICANS (Family Members)
BROTHERS (Totals)
SMITH (12): Eric (3x, 2000–’01)/Kirk (5x, 2005-’06)/Nick (4x, 2001-’04)
MARTINO (10): Christopher (6x, 2018–’22)/Matthew (4x, 2021, ’24, ‘25)
CHAVEZ (8): Jon Jay (4x, 2011-’14)/Jaron (4x, 2013-’17)
BANTA (7): Brock (4x, 2007–’10)/Boden (3x, 2022, ‘25)
LAWRENCE (6): Brett (1x, 1995)/Jared (5x, 1995–’96)
RUPP (5): Brandon (2x, 2002–’04)/Trevor (3x, 2009–’10)
WOLFLEY (5): Jared (1x, 1995)/Clint (4x, 1997)
PACKER (4): Jaxton (3x, ’21, ’23, ‘24/Greyson (1x, 2025)
RAMOS (4): Derek (2x, 2015)/Kaden (2x, 2018)
SAPIEN (4): DeVaughn (2x, 2012)/Dorian (2x, 2014)
JOHNSHOY (4): Kyle (1x, 2008)/Jared (3x, 2010–’12)
GENTRY (4): Paul (2x, 2003–’04)/Preston (2x, 2004–’06)
PATRICK (3): Andy (2x, 2002–-’03)/Spence (1x, 2008)
SISTERS (Totals)
DeAragon (6): Anneliese (3x, 2008 –’10/Lily (3x, 2011–’12)
COUSINS (Totals)
Wolfley/Jones (11): Jared/Clint Wolfley (5x, 1995–’00)/Shawn Jones (6x, 2002–’06)
Mauger (9): Kase (3x, 2016–’17)/Mack (6x, 2021–’23)
Owens (4): Taylor (2x, 2013–’15)/Preston (2x, 2019)
FATHER/SON (Totals)
Owens (3): Chris (1x, 1987)/Taylor (2x, 2013–’15)
Kloetzer (4): Jeff (1x, 1983)/Colby (3x, 2007–-’10)
BROTHER/SISTER (Totals)
Foster (6): Drake (4x, 2012-’13)/Cierra (2x, 2014)
Twait (2): Isaiah (1x, 2023)/Elise (1x, 2025)
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