Welcome to the home of Simpson Wrestling
The Simpson wrestling program has become a national leader over the past decade. Beginning with Nick Ackerman’s 2001 national championship and appearance on NBC’s Today show, continuing with a third place finish at the 2004 national duals, moving on to three consecutive top 10 NCAA finishes to today where the Storm continue to vie for a place at the top of Division III’s top league, the Iowa Intercollegiate Athletic Conference.
Simpson Wrestling by the Numbers:
Home of 2001 Hodge Award Winner Nick Ackerman
36 All-Americans
3 NCAA Top 10 Finishes
3 National Champions
23 National Championship Appearances
Ben Hektoen
The senior from Birmingham, Iowa, thinks this wrestling season will be a surprise to many and mentions that staying healthy throughout the duration of the season will be vital to the team’s success.
Caleb Brus
The sophomore from Creston, Iowa, has been wrestling since he was 6 years old.
Curtis Barber
The environmental biology major led the Storm in wins as a freshman and sophomore.
Calvin Barber
The junior from Winterset, Iowa, is looking forward to next year with a new season, team and coach.