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Watch the Idaho Mat Chat State Tournament Preview Show!

The 2026 Idaho 3A (Small School) State Wrestling Championships preview highlights a highly competitive field in the small-school division, with several standout teams positioned to contend for the team title and numerous individuals poised for strong performances.

Top teams to watch include Malad from District V, entering as a strong favorite with 20 qualifiers and a deep lineup of returning talent, including multiple state placers and All-Americans. Kellogg from District I follows closely with 15 qualifiers and a solid group of experienced wrestlers. St. Maries (District I) brings 16 qualifiers and key returning placers, while Ririe (District VI) and Tri-Valley (District III) each qualify 10 wrestlers and feature notable state-experienced athletes, setting up intense competition among these programs.

Leading the individual highlights are the 2x state champions, including Carter Kimball (Grace, 12) at 138 pounds. The 1x state champions returning or noted include Jack Willie (Malad, 12) at 113, Colton Storey (Kellogg, 11) at 113, Henry Thomas (Glenns Ferry, 12) at 126, Drake Morrison(Malad, 11) at 157 (also an All-American), Aiden Yearout (St. Maries, 12) at 165, and Eli Noah (Tri-Valley, 12) at 190.

Several wrestlers stand out as 3x state placers, such as Jack Willie (Malad, 12) with placements of 5th, 2nd, and 1st at 113; Porter Mills (Malad, 12) at 138 (4th, 4th, 6th); Jace Waggoner (Tri-Valley, 12) at 150 (2nd, 6th, 4th); and Elijah Dilworth (Soda Springs, 12) at 190 (5th, 2nd, 2nd).

A strong group of 2x state placers bolsters the field, including Kevin Watson (Kellogg, 11) at 113 (5th, 3rd), Colton Storey (Kellogg, 11) at 113 (3rd, 1st), Johnny Stovern (Kellogg, 12) at 120 (3rd, 2nd), Ayden Potter (Malad, 12) at 120 (5th), Jack Schwendiman (Ririe, 12) at 138 (5th, 2nd), Kelby Harvey (St. Maries, 11) at 144 (5th, 4th), Chase Scribner (Kellogg, 12) at 144 (3rd, 6th), Drake Morrison (Malad, 11) at 157 (3rd, 1st), Aiden Yearout (St. Maries, 12) at 165 (3rd, 1st), Oakley Maddox (Malad, 11) at 175 (2nd, 3rd), and Eli Noah (Tri-Valley, 12) at 190 (4th, 1st).

Additional state placers from recent seasons add depth across weights, such as Jake Barzee(West Side, 10) as a 106-pound champion, Jack Jones (Ririe, 12) with 2nd at 106, Zach David (St. Maries, 12) with 2nd at 150, and others like Rydon Montgomery (Malad, 12) at 190 (5th) and multiple placers at 215 and 285.

This division features All-Americans Drake Morrison (Malad) and Oakley Maddox (Malad), underscoring their elite national-level recognition.

On the college front, Aiden Yearout (St. Maries) has committed to North Idaho College (NJCAA), marking a key future step for one of the division’s top talents.

With Malad’s depth, Kellogg’s returning champions, and strong challengers from St. Maries, Ririe, and Tri-Valley, the 2026 3A division promises exciting matchups and potential repeat or breakthrough performances at the state tournament.

Below is a breakdown of the teams to watch, returning champions, returning medalists, All-Americans, and college commits. 


TEAMS TO WATCH

MALAD (District V): 20 Qualifiers

Returning State Placers:
113 – Jack Willie (12): 5th, 2nd, 1st
113 – Jaxon Mills (10): 5th
120 – Ayden Potter (12): 5th
138 – Porter Mills (12): 4th, 4th, 6th
157 – Drake Morrison (11): 3rd, 1st*
175 – Oakley Maddox (11): 2nd, 3rd*
190 – Rydon Montgomery (12): 5th

State Qualifiers to Watch:
98 – Brecken Price (9)
98 – Kallen Price (9)
150 – Parker Price (11)
165 – Chase Martin (12)
215 – Cam Bingham (12)
285 – Trevor Allen (11)


KELLOGG (District I): 16 Qualifiers

Returning State Placers:
113 – Kevin Watson (11): 5th, 3rd
113 – Colton Storey (11): 3rd, 1st
120 – Johnny Stovern (12): 3rd, 2nd
126 – Carsun Hinkelmann (10): 2nd
144 – Chase Scribner (12): 3rd, 6th
150 – Jayce Haynes (12): 5th

State Qualifiers to Watch:
106 – Lowden White (10)
215 – A.J. Peak (12)


RIRIE (District VI): 10 Qualifiers

Returning State Placers:
106 – Jack Jones (12): 2nd
132 – Breylon Moon (12): 4th
138 – Jack Schwendiman (12): 5th, 2nd

State Qualifiers to Watch:
144 – Ashtyn Crapo (12)
150 – Declan Yearsley (9)
165 – McKay Yearsley (11)


ST. MARIES (District I): 16 Qualifiers

Returning State Placers:
144 – Kelby Harvey (11): 5th, 4th
150 – Zach David (12): 2nd
165 – Aiden Yearout (12): 3rd, 1st

State Qualifiers to Watch:
157 – Amado Stewart (12)
190 – Zack Sotin (12)
215 – Rustle Brusseau (12)


TRI-VALLEY (District III): 10 Qualifiers

Returning State Placers:
126 – Bill Avery (10): 4th
150 – Jace Waggoner (12): 2nd, 6th, 4th
175 – Wyatt Moura (12): 6th, 6th
190 – Eli Noah (12): 4th, 1st

State Qualifiers to Watch:
144 – Kaden Nokes (11)
215 – Mishka Rapp (11)


2X STATE CHAMPIONS 
138 – Carter Kimball (Grace, 12) 
 
1X STATE CHAMPIONS
106 – Jake Barzee (West Side, 10)
113 – Jack Willie (Malad, 12)
113 – Colton Storey (Kellogg, 11)
120 – Kaden Schaff (Nezperce, 12)
126 – Henry Thomas (Glenns Ferry, 12)
157 – Drake Morrison (Malad, 11)/All-American
165 – Aiden Yearout (St. Maries, 12)
190 – Eli Noah (Tri-Valley, 12)
 
3X STATE PLACERS 
113 – Jack Willie (Malad, 12): 5th, 2nd, 1st
138 – Porter Mills (Malad, 12): 4th, 4th, 6th
150 – Jace Waggoner (Tri-Valley, 12): 2nd, 6th, 4th
190 – Elijah Dilworth (Soda Springs, 12): 5th, 2nd, 2nd
 
2X STATE PLACERS 
113 – Kevin Watson (Kellogg, 11): 5th, 3rd
113 – Colton Storey (Kellogg, 11): 3rd, 1st
120 – Kaden Schaff (Nezperce, 12): 2nd, 1st
120 – Johnny Stovern (Kellogg, 12): 3rd, 2nd
120 – Ayden Potter (Malad, 12): 5th
126 – Henry Thomas (Glenns Ferry, 12): 6th, 1st
132 – Peter Fabbi (Clearwater Valley, 11): 6th, 2nd
138 – Carter Kimball (Grace, 12): 2x State Champion
138 – Jack Schwendiman (Ririe, 12): 5th, 2nd
138 – Hunter Gamble (Orofino, 12): 5th, 5th
144 – Kelby Harvey (St. Maries, 11): 5th, 4th
144 – Chase Scribner (Kellogg, 12): 3rd, 6th
157 – Drake Morrison (Malad, 11): 3rd, 1st*
165 – Aiden Yearout (St. Maries, 12): 3rd, 1st
175 – Oakley Maddox (Malad, 11): 2nd, 3rd*
175 – Wyatt Moura (Tri-Valley, 12): 6th, 6th
165 – Mac Hall (West Jefferson, 12): 6th, 2nd
190 – Eli Noah (Tri-Valley, 12): 4th, 1st
126 – Ben Reinke (North Fremont, 11): 4th

1X STATE PLACERS
106 – Jake Barzee (West Side, 10): State Champion
106 – Jack Jones (Ririe, 12): 2nd
113 – Jaxon Mills (Malad, 10): 5th
113 – Ryker Spencer (Challis, 10): 6th
120 – Teran Tracy (Raft River, 10): 3rd
120 – Taylor Izzard (Marsing, 10): 4th
126– Carsun Hinkelmann (Kellogg, 10): 2nd
126 – Bill Avery (Tri-Valley, 10): 4th
132 – Bryce Jensen (North Fremont, 12): 2nd
132 – Eian Schwecke (Kendrick, 11): 3rd
132 – Breylon Moon (Ririe, 12): 4th
144 – Parker Wangsgard (West Side, 12): 4th
144 – Tanner Labrum (Kamiah, 12): 6th
144 – Payton Martindale (North Fremont, 12): 5th
150 – Jayce Haynes (Kellogg, 12): 5th
150 – Zach David (St. Maries, 12): 2nd
165 – Kaiser Henne (Nampa Christian, 12): 4th
165 – Conner Christensen (Clearwater Valley, 11): 6th
190 – Rydon Montgomery (Malad, 12): 5th
215 – Beau Ringel (Firth, 12): 2nd
215 – Tannon Nelson (Aberdeen, 12): 3rd
215 – Nolan Darrough (New Plymouth, 11): 4th
215 – Rawley Babcock (West Jefferson, 12): 6th
285 – Michael Lizarraga (Firth, 12): 4th
285 – Robert Fuentes (Declo, 12): 5th
285 – Will Whittier (Challis, 12): 6th

ALL-AMERICANS*
Drake Morrison (Malad)
Oakley Maddox (Malad)

COLLEGE COMMITS
Aiden Yearout (St. Maries), North Idaho College (NJCAA)