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In a thunderclap that echoed across college wrestling’s powerhouses, Bo Bassett — widely regarded as the #1 overall recruit in the Class of 2026 — has flipped his commitment from Iowa to Penn State in a jaw-dropping decision that has sent fans and insiders into a frenzy.
The 17-year-old phenom, hailing from Pennsylvania, originally shocked the nation when he committed to the storied Iowa Hawkeyes, a program with unmatched grit and tradition. But in a twist fitting of a wrestling dynasty drama, Bassett — a Cadet World Champion and four-time National Prep champ — announced his decision to decommit in a cryptic social media post last week that simply read:
“Home is where the roar is.”
obtained by sources close to the program indicate that Bassett had been quietly attending several closed-door practices at Penn State over the past six months, building strong relationships with Cael Sanderson and Nittany Lion legends like David Taylor and Roman Bravo-Young. It was reportedly the unmatched developmental track record and Olympic pipeline that ultimately sealed the deal for Bassett and his family.
” . ‘ ,” Bassett said in a statement.
The move is a colossal blow to Iowa’s recruiting momentum and a massive win for Penn State, which now adds another generational talent to its seemingly endless stable of blue-chip warriors.
With Bo Bassett now locked in, college wrestling may have just witnessed the next era-defining chapter begin in Happy Valley.
: Don’t be surprised if this seismic switch sets off a domino effect in the 2026 recruiting class. The Lions just roared louder than ever.
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