Tournament Information
Sunday, December 13, 2026
Mid-America Center • Council Bluffs, Iowa
Divisions & Weight Classes
| Division | Age | Weight Classes (lbs) |
|---|---|---|
| 6U | 6 & Under | 40, 45, 50, 58, 68, 82 MAX |
| 8U | Ages 7–8 | 45, 50, 55, 60, 65, 72, 82, 100 MAX |
| 10U | Ages 9–10 | 55, 60, 65, 70, 75, 80, 85, 92, 102, 115, 130, 145 MAX |
| 12U | Ages 11–12 | 65, 70, 75, 80, 85, 90, 95, 100, 108, 120, 135, 155, 180 MAX |
| 14U | Ages 13–14 | 80, 87, 94, 100, 106, 113, 120, 130, 142, 155, 175, 205, 240 MAX |
| Division | Age | Weight Classes (lbs) |
|---|---|---|
| 8U | Ages 7–8 | 42, 48, 55, 62, 70, 80 MAX |
| 10U | Ages 9–10 | 48, 55, 63, 72, 82, 95, 112 MAX |
| 12U | Ages 11–12 | 58, 65, 73, 82, 93, 106, 121, 140 MAX |
| 14U | Ages 13–14 | 80, 88, 97, 107, 118, 130, 143, 156, 170 MAX |
Age Determination: Age is determined by the wrestler's age on December 13, 2026, the day of the tournament.
0.9 lb Scale Allowance: All published King & Queen weight classes receive a 0.9 lb scale allowance. Example: an 85 lb wrestler may weigh up to 85.9 lbs.
Queen Weight Class Note: Published weight classes are subject to adjustment based on registration numbers. Tournament officials reserve the right to combine, modify, or adjust Queen of the MAC weight classes as necessary to create competitive brackets. Any adjustments will be made with consideration given to wrestler age, weight, and safety.
Championship Awards
Award rendering shown for promotional purposes. Final award appearance may vary.
NEW FOR 2026
WHO WILL BE CROWNED?
KING & QUEEN CHAMPIONS RECEIVE A CHAMPIONSHIP CROWN
An impressive resin Championship Crown measuring approximately 10" wide × 10" deep × 12" tall.
Champions also receive a Championship Bracket and Sublimated Hooded Championship Shirt.
King
2nd–4th: Custom Championship Rings
5th–6th: Custom Championship Medals
Queen
2nd–3rd: Custom Championship Rings
4th–6th: Custom Championship Medals
Awards are presented in the Banquet Hall directly east of the arena immediately following completion of each bracket.
Schedule of Events
Saturday, December 12, 2026
Powerhouse Wrestling Club
20595 McPherson Avenue · Council Bluffs, Iowa
| Time | Event |
|---|---|
12:00–2:00 PM | Early Bird Weigh-In King, Queen & Rookies ADDITIONAL FEE — $20 ADVANCE / $30 ON-SITE |
6:00–7:30 PM | Standard Weigh-In King, Queen & Rookies NO ADDITIONAL FEE |
Sunday, December 13, 2026
Mid-America Center
1 Arena Way · Council Bluffs, Iowa
| Time | Event |
|---|---|
7:00 AM | Doors Open |
7:45 AM | Officials Meeting |
8:00 AM | King & Queen of the MAC Wrestling Begins |
9:00–10:00 AM | Rookies Last-Chance Weigh-In |
1:00 PM | Rookies of the MAC Wrestling Begins |
After Brackets | Awards presented in the Banquet Hall directly east of the arena |
Match Lengths
| Division | Championship | Consolation |
|---|---|---|
| 6U | 1:00 • 1:00 • 1:00 | 1:00 • 1:00 • 1:00 |
| 8U | 1:00 • 1:00 • 1:00 | 1:00 • 1:00 • 1:00 |
| 10U | 1:00 • 1:00 • 1:00 | 1:00 • 1:00 • 1:00 |
| 12U | 1:30 • 1:30 • 1:30 | 1:00 • 1:00 • 1:00 |
| 14U | 1:30 • 1:30 • 1:30 | 1:00 • 1:00 • 1:00 |
Bracket Formats
| Entries | Format | Places |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | Best of Three / Two-Person Bracket | 2 |
| 3 | Round Robin | 3 |
| 4 | Round Robin | 4 |
| 5 | Round Robin | 5 |
| 6–8 | 8-Person Bracket with Wrestlebacks | 6 |
| 9–16 | 16-Person Bracket with Wrestlebacks | 6 |
| 17–32 | 32-Person Bracket with Wrestlebacks | 6 |
Important Eligibility
No High School Athletes Are Eligible to Compete.
This includes 8th-grade wrestlers who are participating or competing at the high-school level. If a wrestler is competing as part of a high school wrestling program, they are not eligible to compete in this event, regardless of age or grade.
Looking for Rookies of the MAC?
Designed for newer, developing wrestlers with 3 years of experience or less. Uses Madison-style bracketing based on Division, Weight & Experience — no predetermined weight classes.
REGISTRATION DEADLINE
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 11 @ 8:00 AM
OR WHEN CAPACITY IS REACHED
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