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2026 U.S. Marine Corps Junior Nationals Championship Trophy Renamed the “Battles Won Award”

FARGO, N.D. (JULY 2026) — USA Wrestling and the United States Marine Corps have announced that the Junior Nationals National Championship Team Trophy will now be known as the “Battles Won Award.” This award will be presented to the top team in each premier division at the 2026 U.S. Marine Corps Junior National Championships in Fargo, North Dakota.
This change highlights the ongoing partnership between USA Wrestling and the Marine Corps, which focuses on developing disciplined, resilient, and high-performing young people through sports and service. As the Marine Corps enters its eighth year as the Title Sponsor of the event, the introduction of the “Battles Won Award” adds significant meaning to this prestigious team honor.
A Championship Defined by Collective Effort  
The “Battles Won Award” will recognize the national team champions in: 
Girls Freestyle
Boys Freestyle
Boys Greco-Roman
Unlike individual awards, this honor reflects the effort of an entire program. Every match, every point earned, and every athlete contributes to a common goal. This showcases a team’s depth, consistency, and capability to excel throughout a national tournament.
More Than a Trophy  
While this award signifies a national championship, its name carries a deeper significance. The “Battles Won Award” represents the journey of a team: the challenges faced during the season, the obstacles overcome, and the determination needed to compete at a high level. … more at … https://www.themat.com/news/2026/july/06/2026-u-s-marine-corps-junior-nationals-championship-trophy-renamed-the-battles-won-award-?utm_source=substack&utm_medium=email

July 10, 2026 - Posted by The TakeDown Report | Uncategorized