Wrestling

University Academy’s wrestling program, established in the 2019-2020 school year, has shown remarkable resilience and growth despite the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic. After a difficult year of virtual learning, the program not only survived but thrived, expanding to include girls wrestling in the 2022-2023 school year and middle school boys and girls wrestling in 2023-2024. Interest and participation in wrestling at University Academy have surged, mirrored by the increasing success of our athletes. We proudly celebrated our first state qualifier in the 2021-2022 school year, followed by our first state medalist in 2022-2023. Our program has also produced three wrestlers who have earned scholarships to wrestle in college, a testament to the dedication and talent our scholars have. As one of only seven charter schools in Missouri offering wrestling, University Academy is committed to providing this valuable opportunity in the urban core.