2026 Class 1 Boys 175lb State Preview

02/23/2026 1:45 PM

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Rex Bryson from Centralia is the favorite to win the Class 1 Boys 175lb state championship.
The brackets are analyzed in quarters, with each featuring key wrestlers and potential paths to the semifinals.
Semifinal matchups are projected between top wrestlers, including Ethan Munford vs. Wyatt Haden and Bostyn Wilson vs. Rex Bryson.
A projected medal stand is presented, placing Rex Bryson in first place, followed by other top contenders.
The article also mentions the impact of key competitors on team titles, highlighting teams like North Callaway and Centralia.

2026 Class 1 Boys 175lb State Preview

The roadmap to the state podium is here. We’ve analyzed the 2026 Class 1 Boys 175lb bracket using season-long head-to-head results and our established individual rankings to project the path to the finals.

The below information is based solely on our latest round of rankings. We fully understand wrestling has to happen on the mat, there will be countless upsets, and wrestlers will wrestle differently at state. Enjoy the week, and have a successful and safe week to everyone.

Deep Dive: View our complete Class 1 175lb Individual Rankings for a full breakdown of the field.

The Favorite

Rex Bryson (Centralia) enters as the #1 ranked wrestler in the state. With a dominant season record, Rex is the front-runner to stand atop the podium in this bracket.

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