caleb henson

Caleb Henson is a junior wrestler at Virginia Tech, competing in the 149-pound weight class. A native of Cartersville, Georgia, he has established himself as a prominent figure in collegiate wrestling.​

Career Highlights:

  • 2024: Henson clinched the NCAA National Championship at 149 pounds, becoming Virginia Tech’s second national champion.
  • 2023: He earned NCAA All-American honors with a fifth-place finish and secured the ACC Championship at 149 pounds.
  • 2025: Henson entered the NCAA Championships as the No. 1 seed with an undefeated 22-0 record. He advanced to the national finals but narrowly lost to Nebraska’s Ridge Lovett in a 1-0 match.

Background:

Before joining Virginia Tech, Henson was a standout at Woodland High School in Cartersville, Georgia. He gained national attention by winning the junior freestyle national championship at the Fargo Junior Freestyle Nationals in 2021.

Personal Life:

Henson maintains an active presence on social media, sharing insights into his wrestling journey and personal life. His Instagram handle is @caleb_henson.6. ​

For a closer look at Caleb Henson’s wrestling style and skills, you might find the following match insightful: