2026 Class 1 Boys 138lb State Preview

02/23/2026 1:45 PM

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Carter Wallis is the favorite to win the Class 1 Boys 138lb state tournament.
The tournament bracket is analyzed by quarter to highlight key matchups and potential upsets.
Semifinal matchups include Kameron Perry vs. Tallon Smidt and Preston Mallatt vs. Carter Wallis.
The projected medal stand includes Carter Wallis, Kameron Perry, Preston Mallatt, and others.
Teams like Marcelline, Brookfield, and others are in contention for the team title.

2026 Class 1 Boys 138lb State Preview

The roadmap to the state podium is here. We’ve analyzed the 2026 Class 1 Boys 138lb 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 138lb Individual Rankings for a full breakdown of the field.

The Favorite

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

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