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Part of the National Collegiate Wrestling Association (NCWA)
University of Houston - Downtown Wrestling Team
High School Wresters fill out this form here to be contacted!

04/03/2026

Built in the grind. Earned on the mat.

From first whistle to nationals — this team showed what it means to represent UHD.

🏆 National Qualifiers
🥇 Conference Placers
💪 A foundation still growing

The journey doesn’t stop here.

03/14/2026

Gators Headed to Nationals. 🐊

The University of Houston–Downtown Wrestling Team battled hard at the conference tournament and will be sending two national qualifiers to the 2026 NCWA National Championships in Shreveport, Louisiana.

Tournament Results:

🥉 Caleb Sell – 133 lbs | 8th Place
🥉 Lelan Hernandez – 165 lbs | 4th Place (National Qualifier)
🥉 Carlos Lopez – 197 lbs | 6th Place (National Qualifier)

In a competitive field, the Gators showed toughness and heart on the mat. Proud of the fight and the continued growth of the program.

Next stop: Shreveport.

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03/07/2026

🐊 UHD Senior Night Duals – Final Results

1️⃣ University of Houston
2️⃣ Texas State University
3️⃣ Sam Houston State .wrestling
4️⃣University of Houston- Downtown

Thank you to University of Houston, Texas State, and Sam Houston for making the trip and helping us celebrate Senior Night at the University of Houston–Downtown. It was a great night of wrestling and competition.

We’re proud of the growth of college wrestling in Houston and excited to continue building opportunities for athletes in the city.

📣 Interested in wrestling in college?
The UHD Wrestling program is actively recruiting dedicated student-athletes looking to compete at the collegiate level while earning their degree.

High school wrestlers, transfers, and athletes looking for a competitive program in Houston — reach out to learn more about joining the Gators.

🐊 GoGators

03/06/2026

Senior Night at UHD. 🐊

Last night we honored Carlos Lopez, a 3-year varsity wrestler who represented UHD with toughness and pride at 197 & 235 lbs, finishing his career with a 28–10 record.

Thank you Carlos for your leadership, dedication, and everything you’ve given to this program.

We also want to thank Texas State , Sam Houston .wrestling , and the University of Houston for coming out and making it a great night of college wrestling.

Once a Gator, Always a Gator.

02/21/2026

Match Day!! Today Gators start their Post Season Quest with this weekends Texas Collegiate State Championship. Hosted at 2 weeks away from our National Qualifier tournament!

02/19/2026

Late Post: Houston we made it back safe ! Your Gators performed strong this past weekend in Tallahassee,FL at and brought home medals in 2 of 3 weight classes!!! We would like to thank and admins and decision makers for supporting our vision and allowing us to Dream BIGGER! Their support has been vital to growing our program in the heart of Houston! 10 years down 10 more to go!

Lelan Hernandez 🥉165 -4th
Caleb sell - 🥉133-5th
Carlos Lopez- 197- DNP

02/12/2026

48 hrs away from hard fought action … our Gators gear up to compete at Florida A&M University Seminole Rattler Invitational and represent for Texas and Houston!!! Wish them Luck!

01/18/2026

2025-2026 season Schedule is locked in for The Gators! If you missed any action in Fall, don’t miss back to back weekends to support UHD and Houston College Wrestling in 2026! We look forward to all the support !

01/10/2026

🔥 READY TO BECOME A GATOR WRESTLER? 🔥

Your journey starts THIS TUESDAY 🐊

📍 UHD Wrestling Practice
🗓 Tuesday @ 7:00–9:00 PM
📌 UHD Success & Wellness Center

Whether you’ve wrestled before or you’re stepping on the mat for the first time—this is your moment.
💪 Build strength
🧠 Build discipline
🔥 Build confidence

✅ Open to ALL UHD students
📚 Must be in good academic standing
🤼‍♂️ Men’s & Women’s Wrestling
❌ No experience needed

Come check it out, meet the team, and start your journey as a Gator Wrestler.

🐊 JOIN THE TEAM. 🐊

01/08/2026

🤼‍♂️ WRESTLE WITH PURPOSE — MLK FOLKSTYLE CLASSIC 2026 ✊

Honor the legacy. Compete for a cause. Make a difference.

Join us Sunday, January 18th at South Oak Cliff High School for the MLK Folkstyle Classic — a tournament that's about so much more than wrestling.

This event supports youth in South Dallas and surrounding inner city communities, and helps fund an inner city wrestling league that gives new kids more opportunities to get on the mat and discover the sport we love. Every registration, every match, every cheer helps make a difference.

🏆 Medals for 1st-3rd in ALL divisions
👕 Championship t-shirts for 1st place winners
📍 3601 S Marsalis Ave, Dallas, TX 75216
⏰ Action starts at 9 AM

Divisions: D1-D5 & G1-G5 | Rookie / Novice / Open

Let's pack the mats, support our community, and celebrate the spirit of service that Dr. King embodied. This is Texas wrestling at its best — competition with HEART. ❤️

🔗 REGISTER NOW: https://www.usawmembership.com/usaw_events/2600166502

📧 Questions? Contact Host Jamal Dean: [email protected]

See you on the mat! 💪

Address

1 Main Street
Houston, TX
77002

Website

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