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4A Wrestling State Championships: The Ultimate Battle for Glory

State wrestling is a highly important competition in the United States, specifically designed for high school and college wrestlers. The state’s sports authorities closely monitor this tournament, which provides a valuable opportunity for the most skilled wrestlers from different schools or colleges to compete against each other. Let’s take a closer look at 4A wrestling championships in different US states.

How Many 4-time State Wrestling Champions Are There In Iowa?   

In February this year, Ben Kueter, a senior from Iowa City High, made history by becoming the 32nd wrestler to win four individual state titles in the 96-year history of the Iowa high school state wrestling championships. Prior to his latest victory, Kueter had already secured titles in 2020 at 160 pounds, in 2021 at 195 pounds, and the previous year at 220 pounds.

Here are the next five most recent 4-time state wrestling champions of Iowa:

1. Carter Fousek, Crestwood (2019-2022)

Fousek won four titles in Class 2A at different weight categories: 106, 113, 126, and 138 pounds. This made him the first wrestler in the prestigious Crestwood/Cresco wrestling program to earn this achievement.

2. Marcel Lopez, New London (2019-2022)

Lopez made history in New London by