The Oregon State wrestling team secured the 2026 Pac-12 Championship title on Friday at the Mott Athletics Center in San Luis Obispo, California. This marks the 26th conference championship in program history.
Dominant Performance in San Luis Obispo
Four Oregon State wrestlers—Gabe Whisenhunt (133), Nash Singleton (141), Matthew Olguin (165), and Daschle Lamer (174)—won individual titles, automatically qualifying them for the NCAA Championships, scheduled for March 19-21 in Cleveland, Ohio. Maximo Renteria (125) and Justin Rademacher (197) also earned berths to the NCAA Championships through allocation spots after finishing second in their respective weight classes.
Key Victories
Gabe Whisenhunt, a Corvallis native, won his title with two major decisions (10-1) against opponents from Cal Poly and Little Rock. Nash Singleton, ranked 23rd nationally, achieved back-to-back Pac-12 titles with major decisions (11-0 and 11-2) over competitors from Cal Poly and Little Rock. Matthew Olguin, a graduate student, secured his second Pac-12 title—his first coming in 2023—with an 8-0 major decision and an 8-3 decision. Daschle Lamer, a redshirt sophomore, earned his title with two major decisions (9-0 and 9-1).
Team Results
Oregon State finished first with 92.5 points, followed by Little Rock (81), Cal Poly (73), and Cal State Bakersfield (27).
Frequently Asked Questions
How many Pac-12 Championships has Oregon State won?
Oregon State has won 26 Pac-12 Championships in program history.
Which wrestlers won individual titles for Oregon State?
Gabe Whisenhunt (133), Nash Singleton (141), Matthew Olguin (165), and Daschle Lamer (174) won individual titles.
Where will the NCAA Championships be held?
The NCAA Championships will be held at Rocket Arena in Cleveland, Ohio, from Thursday, March 19 through Saturday, March 21.
What impact will this Pac-12 Championship have on the Beavers’ performance at the NCAA Championships?
