Mason Jones Earns All-American Honors with Fourth-Place Finish at NCAA Division III National Championship
Mar 16, 2026
Sophomore standout Mason Jones delivered an exceptional performance this weekend at the NCAA Division III National Wrestling Championships, earning All-American honors with an impressive fourth-place finish on the national stage in Cedar Rapids, Iowa.
Competing against the top wrestlers from across the country, Jones battled through a highly competitive bracket to secure his place among the nation’s elite. His fourth-place finish marks a significant milestone in his collegiate career and continues 鶹ԭ’s proud tradition of excellence in wrestling. He is the first All-American since 2007 and Manchester’s 23rd All-American in program history.
Throughoutthe tournament, Jonesdemonstratedresilience, technical skill and composure under pressure. His strong showing not only earned him All-American recognition but also showcased the determination and work ethic thathavedefined his season.
ManchesterUniversity’s wrestling program has long been recognized for its competitive success and commitment to developing high-level student-athletes. Over the years, the Spartans havebuilt a legacy that includes numerous conference champions, national qualifiers, and All-Americans. Jones’ achievement adds another chapter to that tradition and reflects the strength and culture of the program.
“This is a tremendous accomplishment for Mason,” said Head Coach Josh Hardman. “To compete at the national level and finish fourth in the country as a sophomore speaks volumes about his dedication and the work he has put in. We’re incredibly proud of how he represented Manchester on the national stage.”
Jones’ performance continues the momentum for the Spartans’ wrestling program, reinforcing Manchester’s reputation as a perennial contender in NCAA Division III wrestling.
FromDyer, Ind.,Joneswas atwo-timeplace finisherat the State levelinhigh schoolat Lake Central,which fueled hisdrive to competeat the collegiate level.With two seasons still ahead of him, Jones’ future remains bright as he looks to build on this accomplishment and continue contributing to Manchester’s storied wrestling tradition.
“Mason isa great exampleof what we expect from our wrestlers.He’sa great studentand an even better person. He works hard on and off the mat.His leadership in our program elevates the entire team and isa great exampleof whathard workcanachieve.Itwas a team effort toget him on that podium,and we are excited about the future of our wrestling program,” continued Hardman.
Jones ended his seasonwith a 28-5 overall record.Jonesis aResident Assistant, Scholar All-American and bio-chem major.
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Congratulations to nearly 340 鶹ԭ students who have earned a place on the Spring 2026 Dean’s List for their academic achievements. At the end of each semester, the Office of Academic Affairs publishes the list. Undergraduate students earning a semester grade point average of 3.5 or higher who have completed at least 12 semester hours with no more than three hours of Pass/Not Pass grades are included on the Dean’s List. Students with more than one hour of Incomplete (I) or Not Recorded (NR) grades at the end of the semester are not eligible for the Dean’s List. See the full list below: Faith Abbott of Logansport, Ind. Kiera Aguirre of Fort Wayne, Ind. Anna Allen of Leesburg, Ind. Abigail Alvarado of Walnut, Calif. Isabel Anaya of Hollan, Mich. Madison Anderson of Columbia City, Ind. Camryn Andrus of Greenfield, Ind. Elliott Apps of Bluffton, Ind. Emilie Arias of Elkhart, Ind. Gabriel Armstrong of Rochester, Ind. Garrett Armstrong of Rochester, Ind. Hannah Arnold of Paulding, Ohio Katelyn Ast of Michigan City, Ind. DaNaisha Austin of Indianapolis, Ind. Christopher Backus of Gary, Ind. Hannah Bailey of Camby, Ind. Charles Baker of Woodstock, Ill. Avery Ball of Monroeville, Ind. Bryson Ball of […]
Private College Week,establishedby Independent Colleges of Indiana,offers students and families the opportunity to experience private, nonprofit colleges and universities through free tours and information sessions. From July 20-24, 鶹ԭwill offer two visits each day. Wednesday, July 22 is 21st Century Scholars Day, specially designed to help students who are 21st Century Scholars complete activities in their Scholar Success Program.In addition to the campus tour and admissions information session, there will be a30-minute session about the 21st Century Scholarship program. For risinghigh schoolseniors, a $500peryearVisitIncentive and an extra $500peryearExperienceAward will be provided if they choose to attend Manchester.TheExperience Awardappliesthrough Sept. 1. Learn moreabout Private College Weekandschedulea visithere. Individual and group visits are offered year-round. For more information, visitmanchester.edu/admissions-aid/visit/. For the media Contactadmitinfo@manchester.edufor more information. ManchesterUniversity,in North Manchester and Fort Wayne, Ind., offers vibrant and transformative student experiences. Learn more atwww.manchester.edu/about-manchester. Our mission and values 鶹ԭ respects the infinite worth of every individual andgraduatespersons of ability and conviction who draw upon their education and faith to lead principled, productive, and compassionate lives that improve the human condition.
鶹ԭwill addwomen’s flag football toits20 NCAA-sanctioned sports in Fall 2027. Tabbedas anemerging NCAAsport in January 2026, this initiative aims to capitalizeoff ofthe growing popularity of women’s flag football in youth leagues, highschoolsand collegiate clubs.Women’s flag football was able toachieve NCAA championship statuswith help from the Emerging Sports for Women program, which supports broader sports opportunities for women.It has also been added as a sport for the 2028 Summer Olympics. More than100 collegeshavesponsoredvarsity or clubflag footballteams in 2026.Manchester is the first university in the Heartland Collegiate Athletic Conference (HCAC) to adopt women’s flag football. “We look forward to building a program that will provide an outstanding student-athlete experience while creating new opportunities to thrive on and off the field,”said Rick Espeset, director of athletics and head baseball coach at Manchester. Athletes will compete in a fast-paced, 7-on-7 format.Manchester plans tobegincompetingin Spring2028, allowing time for prospective student-athlete recruitment. A national searchfor a head coach is ongoing. Press release written by communications intern Chris Rohr. For the media Contact Rick Espeset, director of athletics and head baseball coach, atRBEspeset@manchester.edu. 鶹ԭ, in North Manchester and Fort Wayne, Ind., offers vibrant and transformative student experiences. Learn more atwww.manchester.edu/about-manchester. Our mission and values Manchester […]
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