Robert Morris adds D1 men's wrestling for 2027-28
Robert Morris will launch a Division I men's wrestling program in Moon Township, the first D1 school to start or reinstate the sport since Morgan State. Jason Bryant counts it as the 35th new program announced in 2026.
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Why it matters: Four injury scratches and a bump reshape the top of several Super 32 brackets.
- Deputy's final call between 113 and 120 at weigh-ins
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Robert Morris adds Division I men's wrestling, starting 2027-28
Robert Morris University, a private school just outside Pittsburgh, announced Friday it will add NCAA Division I men's wrestling, with competition expected to begin in the 2027-28 academic year. RMU Athletics announced the team for Moon Township and said additional details are coming soon.
RMU is the first D1 school to start/reinstate a wrestling program since Morgan State brought the sport back, which was first announced in 2021.
Why it matters: Another D1 program means more scholarship-level roster spots on the board for recruits.
- Coaching hire and conference affiliation still to be announced
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Expect pins!
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