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The 2025 WIAA Individual State Tournament was a historic moment for Holmen Boys Wrestling, as two freshmen, Rex Lancaster and Nathan Henderson, became the first in the program’s decorated history to place at the state tournament. Holmen Wrestling, with 146 state qualifiers and 70 state medals to its name, has now added another remarkable achievement to its storied tradition.

Both Lancaster and Henderson proved that Holmen’s wrestling future is bright, showcasing impressive talent and resilience in their state debut.

Rex Lancaster (D1-106) – 6th Place Finish:

Rex Lancaster, with a 46-7 record, fought hard to secure a 6th-place finish in the 106-pound weight class.

Round 1:

• Opponent: Kyler Van Keuren (Waukesha West) (38-16)
• Result: Win by technical fall (19-3) at 3:55

Quarterfinal:

• Opponent: Teghan Moore (West Salem/Bangor) (51-4)
• Result: Loss by decision (6-2)

Consolation Round 2:

• Opponent: Everett Hilby (New Berlin West/Eisenhower) (34-11)
• Result: Win by technical fall (18-3) at 3:41

Consolation Semi:

• Opponent: Evan Lesselyong (Hortonville) (17-8)
• Result: Win by decision (4-3)

5th Place Match:

• Opponent: August Lubinski (West Bend West) (50-6)
• Result: Loss by decision (1-0)

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Nathan Henderson (D1-120) – 5th Place Finish:

Nathan Henderson, also a freshman with a 44-5 record, made a statement at the state tournament with a 5th-place finish in the 120-pound weight class.

Round 1:

• Opponent: Kade Parrish (Reedsburg Area) (41-11)
• Result: Win by major decision (10-0)

Quarterfinal:

• Opponent: Ethan Bast (West Bend West) (45-2)
• Result: Loss by technical fall (16-1) at 4:36

Consolation Round 2:

• Opponent: Nathan Mielke (Wauwatosa West/East) (30-8)
• Result: Win by fall (2:26)

Consolation Semi:

• Opponent: Owen Becker (Germantown) (45-8)
• Result: Win by technical fall (16-0) at 4:38

5th Place Match:

• Opponent: Oliver Larson (River Falls) (40-11)
• Result: Win by fall (2:25)

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Jonathon Lamprich (D1-165):

While Jonathon Lamprich (40-9) was unable to place in the 165-pound bracket, his tournament performance showed determination.

Round 1:

• Opponent: Rayhan Lopez (Fort Atkinson) (26-4)
• Result: Loss by major decision (11-3)

Consolation Round 1:

• Opponent: Cyrus Butler (Whitefish Bay) (24-17)
• Result: Win by decision (8-3)

Consolation Round 2:

• Opponent: Logan Ellwanger (Luxemburg-Casco) (36-18)
• Result: Win by decision (8-4)

Consolation Semi:

• Opponent: Kolin DeGroot (Kaukauna) (44-9)
• Result: Loss by decision (7-3)

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Looking Ahead: Holmen Boys Wrestling at Team State

After a historic performance at the individual state tournament, Holmen Boys Wrestling is now gearing up for the next challenge: the WIAA Team State Tournament, where they are seeded #4. The team will take on #5 Muskego this Friday in a highly anticipated match. Holmen’s success at the individual level has them poised to compete at the highest level in the team competition as well.

Holmen Wrestling State Medal Count:

• 146 State Qualifiers
• 70 State Medals

With the team state tournament on the horizon and freshmen Rex Lancaster and Nathan Henderson proving themselves as two of the top young wrestlers in the state, Holmen Wrestling is ready to continue building on its legacy. The historic achievements at the individual state tournament are just the beginning for these young wrestlers, and the team’s strong performance sets the stage for more success.

Congratulations to Rex Lancaster, Nathan Henderson, and all the athletes who contributed to the Holmen Boys Wrestling program’s continued excellence. Stay tuned for what’s next as Holmen takes on Muskego at Team State this Friday!