Dowling Catholic wrestler lifting an opponent during a match

7th & 8th grade boys

Think you're tough?
Prove it.

Different schools. Same room. Any weight. Any experience. Bring the attitude—we'll build the wrestler.

No experience requiredEvery body type has a placeConfidence that carries everywhere

Why wrestling?

Hard work becomes confidence.

Wrestling gives students a place to compete, belong, and discover what they can do when things get hard. You don't need a highlight reel. You just need to show up ready to learn.

Get tougher

Learn discipline, composure, and how to keep moving when a match gets difficult.

Find your team

Students from area Catholic schools train together as one Dowling wrestling family.

Earn your moment

On the mat, progress is personal. Every new skill and every hard round counts.

Dowling Catholic wrestling team

Parents & guardians

Everything you need, in one place.

Season dates, what to bring, meet-day basics, safety information, and official junior-high rules are organized for quick answers.

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Wrestlers battling on the mat

They don't give you the win.
You take it.

Want your hand raised?
Earn it.

No experience? Fine. We'll teach you.

Show up ready.
Leave tougher.

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