As the Missouri high school wrestling season approaches, excitement and anticipation build for the upcoming competitions. This year’s class 4 preseason rankings paint a picture of intense rivalry and exceptional talent, with five teams standing out as the frontrunners. Leading the pack is Liberty High School, dominating the top spot with a remarkable total of 173 points and eight wrestlers ranked. This impressive showing underscores Liberty’s deep talent pool and their potential to maintain a stronghold in the state’s wrestling scene.
Close on their heels are Hickman and Staley, ranked second and third respectively. Both schools have showcased their prowess on the mat, with Hickman amassing 128 points and eight wrestlers ranked, indicating a well-rounded and formidable team. Staley, just a point behind Hickman with 127 points and seven wrestlers in the rankings, also promises to be a strong contender in the upcoming season. Rounding out the top five are Lafayette Wildwood and Fort Osage, with Lafayette Wildwood scoring 124 points and six wrestlers ranked, while Fort Osage, with 90 points and five wrestlers ranked, demonstrates their readiness to challenge the top teams. As the season unfolds, these rankings set the stage for a gripping and competitive high school wrestling landscape in Missouri.
Missouri Class 4 Boys Team Rankings
| No. | Team | Points | Wrestlers Ranked |
| 1 | Liberty | 173 | 8 |
| 2 | Staley | 124 | 7 |
| 3 | Lafayette Wildwood | 121 | 6 |
| 4 | Hickman | 119 | 8 |
| 5 | Fort Osage | 87 | 5 |
| 6 | Willard | 85 | 5 |
| 7 | Seckman | 77 | 4 |
| 8 | Park Hill | 57 | 4 |
| 9 | Ft Zumwalt North | 48 | 3 |
| 10 | Nixa | 45 | 3 |