Manheim, PA – The National Wrestling Coaches Association (NWCA) is proud to announce the 2025 recipients of the prestigious High School Character & Leadership All-American Award, with 1,136 student-athletes earning the honor this year.

Now in its seventh year, this award recognizes high school juniors and seniors who exemplify the core values of Dependability, Judgment, Endurance, Initiative, Tact, Integrity, Unselfishness, Loyalty, and Courage—the pillars of strong character and effective leadership both on and off the mat.

"These young men and women have shown exceptional leadership and character throughout their high school careers," said Mike Moyer, NWCA Executive Director. "Their dedication to these values is what we need in sports and society. We're incredibly proud to recognize them as NWCA High School Character & Leadership All-Americans."

Moyer also encouraged honorees to look toward their future beyond the wrestling mat by exploring opportunities with the Wrestlers in Business Network (WIBN). "I highly recommend checking out WIBN's 'Your Next Match' program, which connects wrestlers with top-tier business partners for internships and career opportunities," he said. "It's a great way to leverage your wrestling background into future success." More information is available at www.wrestlersinbusiness.org.

Click here to view the complete list of this year's honorees and past recipients dating back to the program's inaugural class in 2019.

PDF award certificates were sent to the nominating coaches of all honorees. If athletes have not received their certificate, their nominating coach should contact Patrick Kelly at pkelly@nwca.cc.

2025 H.S. Character & Leadership All-Americans