Six Dragons Named to the First NCAA DI Coaches' Rankings of the Season

Six Dragons Named to the First NCAA DI Coaches' Rankings of the Season

1/29/2026 1:21:00 PM | Wrestling

INDIANAPOLIS — Six dragons were named to the first NCAA Division I Coaches' Rankings for the 2026 season. Desmond Pleasant, Kyle Waterman, Jordan Soriano, Luke Nichter, Jasiah Queen and Nate Schon all earned a spot in the top 33 of their respective weight classes.

The coaches' rankings are determined by a vote of three coaches in each weight class. For ranking purposes, coaches may only consider a wrestler that has been designated as a starter at a respective weight class. Wrestlers must have eight Division I matches in the weight class to be considered with at least one within the last 30 days.

A full list of the rankings can be seen here. The 2026 NCAA Division I Wrestling Championships takes place March 19-21 at Rocket Arena in Cleveland.

NCAA Division I Coaches Rankings
Desmond Pleasant (125lbs) — 28th
Kyle Waterman (133lbs) — 31st
Jordan Soriano (141lbs) — 33rd
Luke Nichter (157lbs) — 24th
Jasiah Queen (174lbs) — 21st
Nate Schon (285lbs) — 21st