The Grapple returns to the Harrah’s Cherokee Center - Asheville!
42-45 of the top teams from the Southeastern United States will compete for the 2026 title. This is an individual and team tournament, double elimination with wrestle backs to 4th place. We are excited to continue the growth and competitiveness of our independent Girl’s Invitational Tournament in 2026.

Team Champions: Varsity Boys

• 2017 Northern Guilford

• 2018 Newton-Conover

• 2019 West Henderson

• 2021 Robbinsville

• 2022 Uwharrie Charter Academy

• 2023 Avery County

• 2024 Pisgah

• 2025 Uwharrie Charter Academy

Team Champions: Girls

• 2019 Science Hill

• 2021 Newton Conover

• 2022 North Henderson

• 2023 North Henderson

• 2024 Swain County

• 2025 Swain County