2025 Brian Keck Memorial Preseason Nationals & Boys National Recruiting Showcase

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Date
Oct 23 - 26, 2025
Venue
EMC Expo Center
On Sale
On Sale TBA

Thursday | Oct. 23 11:00 AM On Sale TBA
Friday | Oct. 24 8:00 AM On Sale TBA
Saturday | Oct. 25 8:00 AM On Sale TBA

Sunday | Oct. 26 7:30 AM On Sale TBA

Event Details

The 2025-2026 USA Wrestling season welcomes its premiere preseason event, the 2025 Brian Keck Memorial Preseason Nationals & Boys National Recruiting Showcase. Hosted in the vibrant city of Des Moines, Iowa, from October 23-26, Preseason Nationals promises an electrifying experience that combines top-notch wrestling action for boys and girls from grades 1st - High School, with an incredible opportunity for aspiring high school wrestlers to showcase their skills and catch the eyes of college recruiters!

Given the high demand and limited availability of slots, we strongly recommend registering early to ensure your participation. This tournament is anticipated to sell out quickly due to its reputation as a prime tournament to kick off the Folkstyle season. Don't miss your chance to be a part of this thrilling wrestling extravaganza and potentially take the first step toward becoming a National Champion and All-American.

Brian Keck tragically passed away at the age 48 during a trip to Mexico in November, 2019. Keck worked with USA Wrestling to found the Preseason Nationals in 2008, a major early season national folkstyle wrestling event for athletes of all ages. The first event was held in Des Moines, then spent nine years in Cedar Falls, Iowa, before returning to Des Moines in 2018. During its 12 years with Keck’s involvement, the competition grew in size and prestige.

Know Before You Go

Parking at the Iowa Events Center

Parking is available at the Iowa Events Center with entrances off 3rd Street and 5th Avenue. Learn more about parking at the Iowa Events Center.

Plan your stay

With 13,000+ sleeping rooms, Greater Des Moines offers hotels and bed and breakfasts with top-notch amenities to make for a restful night during your stay. Whether you’re staying downtown or making a short trip from one of our surrounding areas, you’re sure to have a comfortable experience. To book your stay, visit the Greater Des Moines Convention & Visitors Bureau.

About Des Moines

Des Moines is centrally located, in the heart of Iowa. It is a city that makes it easy to see, do, and experience more. Whether you’re visiting for an amazing concert or learning the tricks of the trade at a national convention, there is so much to do while you’re here. For more information about Des Moines, visit the Greater Des Moines Convention & Visitors Bureau.