Eight Future Sooners Ranked in MatScouts’ 2026 Big Board

The University of Oklahoma continues to make major strides on the recruiting trail, landing one of the most nationally recognized classes in the country. According to MatScouts’ latest Senior Big Board, eight future Sooners earned a spot among the nation’s Top 250 prospects in the Class of 2026 a sign that Oklahoma’s recruiting momentum under Head Coach Roger Kish and staff is very real. The class is headlined by multiple top-50 recruits and features balance across all weight classes, giving OU a foundation for sustained success in the Big 12 and beyond.

National Momentum in Norman

With eight recruits appearing in MatScouts’ Senior Big Board including four inside the Top 50 Oklahoma’s 2026 class ranks among the deepest and most complete in the country. The Sooners are rapidly assembling the kind of roster depth needed to compete at the national level. This marks another statement for a program determined to climb back into the national conversation. Under Coach Kish, OU’s recruiting footprint has expanded coast-to-coast, and the results are showing up in the rankings.

"This class represents what we're building here in Norman. Toughness, discipline, and belief in Oklahoma Wrestling", Coach Kish said. These guys are winners on and off the mat, and they're excited to be part of what's coming next in Norman." 

Sooners Rising

The message is clear Oklahoma Wrestling is on the rise. With eight ranked recruits in the 2026 MatScouts Big Board and a growing national presence, the Sooners are setting themselves up for long-term success in the Big 12 and NCAA competition.