MANHEIM, Pa. - The National Wrestling Coaches Association (NWCA) has announced the NCAA Division II Men's Scholar All-American Awards, recognizing outstanding academic achievement by student-athletes across the country. To be eligible for the award, the student-athletes must meet one of the following criteria:

• All-American at the 2026 NCAA DII National Championships and 3.00 GPA
• National Qualifier to the 2026 NCAA DII National Championships and 3.25 GPA
• Competed in 4 or more events and 3.5 GPA

The Peacock men's wrestling team totaled 11 honorees this season. Cael Bridgewater, Collin Altensey, Kale Hansen and Dawson Schmit became two-time honorees for Upper Iowa. Tanner Arjes, James Lovelady, Jonah Luensman, Owen Denstad, Preston Klostermann, Nick Mueller and Chase Wickwire earned the honor for the first time. 

A total of 440 student-athletes, representing 64 of the 71 Division II institutions, were honored for their success in the classroom while competing throughout the season. Leading the nation with 19 honorees was Nebraska-Kearney, followed by McKendree and Colorado Mesa with 15 selections each.

This year's class includes 167 multiple-time honorees, 51 student-athletes who maintained a perfect 4.0 GPA, and one five-time honoree in Logan Kvien of McKendree.

"These student-athletes have demonstrated a strong commitment to excellence both on the mat and in the classroom," said NWCA Executive Director Mike Moyer. "We commend their dedication and the example they set for the sport."

View the full list of Division II NWCA Men's Scholar All-Americans at the link attached to this story.