Significant efforts have been made to establish an NCAA Division 1 wrestling program at Wichita State University, and we are at the point where we need to demonstrate support from the wrestling community, both vocally and financially. While we have several fine collegiate programs available in the state, the lack of a Division 1 school is stark when you consider the numbers of wrestlers within our state graduating from high school each year. Unfortunately, many of our better wrestlers have had to leave the state, some permanently, in order to continue with the sport they love at the highest collegiate level.

Seeing support within the community is important, but the decision by WSU may come down to a financial decision. We are not asking for funds at this point, but would ask that anyone willing to help out with this effort to send an email to me (mikejuby@usawks.com) or Will Cokeley (Willcokeley@gmail.com) with the amount that you can pledge towards the effort to add an intercollegiate wrestling program at WSU. Letters and emails in support would also be appreciated. Contact information for the WSU athletic director is as follows:
Eric L. Sexton
(316) 978 3712
esexton@goshockers.com

If you know anyone who you think might be interested in supporting us in this endeavor, please share this information with them.