Congratulations to the Minnesota Wrestling Coaches Association and The Guillotine High School Girls Academic All-State honorees for 2025. Thanks to the coaches, administrators, and parents for helping to recognize these exceptional student-athletes.
Thirty-eight wrestlers, representing 21 teams, were submitted this season. Points were tallied based on cumulative high school GPA, current season state tournament placement, and current season section tournament placement.
Nine wrestlers on the first team placed sixth or higher at state this year, including three champions and two runners-up. First team members have an average GPA of 3.90.
Seven honorees have a perfect 4.0 GPA: Maya Schmidt of Bemidji, Alivia Szydel of Blackduck/Cass Lake-Bena, Aubree Schwanz of Hutchinson/Buffalo Lake-Hector-Stewart, Claire Kvant of St. Michael-Albertville, Audrey Rogotzke of Stillwater Area, Samantha Zoller of Thief River Falls, and Hayden Hawkins of Wabasha-Kellogg.
Two nominees finished as undefeated 2025 state champions: Audrey Rogotzke of Stillwater Area and Ella Pagel of Northfield.
Claire Kvant of St. Michael-Albertville is the only repeat MWCA/Guillotine first-team member.
First Team
Cashawn Brooks, 142 pounds
Hastings, 12th
Cashawn is a one-time state placewinner and two-time state qualifier. She was a Class AAA 142-pound state qualifier this year. She placed fourth at 132 pounds as a freshman while competing at South St. Paul. Cashawn had a season record of 28-7. She ended her high school career with a record of 45-27, including 34 pins. Cashawn’s GPA is 3.95. Cashawn’s parent is Rowena, and her coach is Tim Haneberg.
Elle Eickhoff, 142 pounds
Chatfield, 11th
Elle is a one-time state placewinner. She was the Class A 142-pound fifth-place finisher this year. Elle had a season record of 30-9. Her current career record is 46-19, including 41 pins. Elle’s GPA is 3.86. Future plans are to wrestle in college and study aviation. Elle’s parents are Chad and Mindy, and her coach is Matt Mauseth.
Lauren Elsmore, 130 pounds
Pine Island, 11th
Lauren is a state champion, three-time state finalist, and four-time state placewinner. She was the Class AA 130-pound runner-up this year. She placed first at 112 pounds as a sophomore, third at 106 pounds as a freshman, and second at 100 pounds as an eighth-grader. Lauren had a season record of 32-4. Her current career record is 79-11, including 44 pins. Lauren’s GPA is 3.91. Honors and achievements include three-time Rumble on the Red champion, freestyle national champion, Gold Academic Award (team), letter winner in band, soccer, cross country (all-conference), and softball. Future plans are to wrestle in college. Lauren’s parents are Jason and Deanna, and her coach is Coltan Laganiere.
Caley Graber, 118 pounds
Northfield, 11th
Caley is a two-time state champion and three-time state placewinner. She was the Class AAA 118-pound state champion this year. She placed fifth at 107 pounds as a sophomore in the boys’ state tournament and first at 100 pounds as a freshman against girls. Caley had a season record of 36-13. Her current career record is 97-22, including 40 pins. Caley’s GPA is 3.58. Honors and achievements include being the first girl to ever place (and even win a match) at the boys MSHSL individual state tournament, undefeated against girls in her high school career, boys team MVP her sophomore year, won US Wrestling Folkstyle Nationals (Juniors), and many other USA wrestling accomplishments. Future plans are to wrestle for Northfield High School next year. She is unsure of her plans beyond high school right now. Caley’s parents are Jess and Deb, and her coach is Geoff Staab.
Hayden Hawkins, 112 pounds
Wabasha-Kellogg, 12th
Hayden was a state placewinner in her only state tournament appearance. She was the Class A 112-pound fourth-place finisher this year. Hayden had a season and overall career record of 29-4, including 16 pins. Hayden’s GPA is 4.0. Honors and achievements include three-time Academic All-Conference – softball, Academic All-Conference, and TRC All-Conference Girls. Hayden is also a member of the National Honor Society. Future plans are to attend St. Mary’s University in Winona. She is studying business intelligence and analytics and playing softball. Hayden’s parents are Michelle Gosse and Mike Hawkins, and her coach is Donald Killeen.
Claire Kvant, 148 pounds
St. Michael-Albertville, 12th
Claire is a three-time state placewinner. She was the Class AAA 148-pound third-place finisher this year. She placed fifth at 136 pounds as a junior and third at 126 pounds as a sophomore. Claire had a season record of 20-9. She ended her high school career with a record of 45-19, including 32 pins. Claire’s GPA is 4.0. Honors and achievements include three-year letter winner in track, wrestling, and soccer, two-time captain for Soccer, participated on three soccer state tournament teams, Captain of Track team, Voted hardest worker on Track Team, All-state in 2023 in relay, Excel Award Winner, Student of the Year, 8x Spotlight of Scholarship winner, Student Council member, Student Ambassador, Tutor, FCA Captain, Courtesy & Respect Award Winner. Future plans are to play soccer at Bemidji State University. Claire’s parents are Jeff and Ann, and her coach is Dan Lefebvre.
Elli Levine, 118 pounds
Hastings, 11th
Elli was a state placewinner in her first state tournament appearance. She was the Class AAA 118-pound sixth-place finisher this year. Elli had a season record of 30-10. Her current career record is 40-23, including 27 pins. Elli’s GPA is 3.96. Honors and achievements include participating in Student Council, Link Crew, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, Spanish Club, Soccer, and Track and Field. Future plans are to attend the University of Minnesota and major in civil or architectural engineering. Elli’s parents are Sammy Levine and George Lynaugh, and her coach is Tim Haneberg.
Ella Pagel, 190 pounds
Northfield, 12th
Ella is a three-time state champion. She was the Class AAA 190-pound state champion this year. She placed first at 165 pounds as a sophomore and first at 165 pounds as a freshman. Ella finished her season undefeated with 15 wins. She ended her high school career with a record of 76-26 (boys and girls), including 58 pins. Ella’s GPA is 3.37. Honors and achievements include 2023 Star Tribune Athlete of the Year, two-time Fargo National Champ, US Pan Am Gold Medalist, Super 32 National Champion, two-time MN Who’s #1 Champ, and 2025 MWCA Ms. Minnesota. Future plans are to wrestle and go to school to be an electrician at Iowa Lakes. Ella’s parents are Bob and Chasidy, and her coach is Geoff Staab.
Audrey Rogotzke, 148 pounds
Stillwater Area, 11th
Audrey is a two-time state champion, three-time state finalist, and four-time state placewinner. She was the Class AAA 148-pound state champion this year. She placed third at 142 pounds as a sophomore, second at 120 pounds as a freshman, and first at 120 pounds as an eighth-grader. Audrey finished her season undefeated with 29 wins. Her current career record is 106-20, including 86 pins. Audrey’s GPA is 4.0. Honors and achievements include three-time Fargo All-American, four-time Rumble on the Red champion, and 4.067 weighted GPA. Future plans are to wrestle in college and pursue a degree in architecture or engineering. Audrey’s parents are Kelly and Perry, and her coach is Katrina Eggum.
Maya Schmidt, 170 pounds
Bemidji, 12th
Maya is a two-time state finalist and three-time state placewinner. She was the Class AAA 170-pound runner-up this year. She placed second at 190 pounds as a junior and fourth at 190 pounds as a sophomore. Maya had a season record of 32-9. She ended her high school career with a record of 86-18, including 63 pins. Maya’s GPA is 4.0. Honors and achievements include three-time Bemidji High School Academic Letter Winner, 2024 Northland Youth Wrestling Association K-4 Coach of the Year, 2024-25 Team Captain, Youth wrestling coach 2022-2025, and dance instructor 2023-2025. Maya is also a member of the National Honor Society. Future plans are to attend Bemidji State University and major in secondary math education and coaching. While working toward her teaching degree, she plans to be an assistant coach for the Bemidji High School wrestling team. Maya’s parents are Danny and Angela, and her coach is Rance Bahr.
Aubree Schwanz, 118 pounds
Hutchinson/Buffalo Lake-Hector-Stewart, 11th
Aubree’s current season and career record is 11-16, including eight pins. Aubree’s GPA is 4.0. Honors and achievements include being a three-sport athlete (swimming/diving, wrestling, and track/field), and starting a videography business: Schwanz Visual Designs. Aubree is also a member of the National Honor Society. Future plans are to go to college and pursue a bachelor’s degree. She plans to study Business Education and Design/Visual Communications. Aubree aspires to serve others with her business of visual communications and work in education, teaching students about entrepreneurship, business, and visual design. Aubree’s parents are Derik and Rise’, and her coach is Troy Schueble.
Isabelle Swanson, 130 pounds
St. James-Madelia, 12th
Isabelle is a . Isabelle had a season record of 15-11. She ended her high school career with a record of 26-24, including 25 pins. Isabelle’s GPA is 3.95. Honors and achievements include: Girls Tournaments: 1st at SJM Classic, 2nd at Luverne, 4th at Belle of Border JV, 1st at Big South Conference, 2nd at Rochester Century. Girls Team MVP 2023-24, Girls Team Captain 24-25, Spotlight on Scholarship Award and A Honor Roll every Trimester, lettered in Softball, Volleyball, and wrestling multiple years, involved in National Honor Society, student council, team up, and choir. Future plans are to go to college at SDSU for nursing. Isabelle’s parents are Andy and Amy, and her coach is Ethan Hildebrandt.
Alivia Szydel, 130 pounds
Blackduck/Cass Lake-Bena, 11th
Alivia is a two-time state placewinner. She was injured prior to this year’s postseason but placed third at 118 pounds as a sophomore and fourth at 120 pounds as a freshman. Alivia had an impressive season record of 13-1. Her current career record is 87-10, including 81 pins. Alivia’s GPA is 4.0. Honors and achievements include two-time section champion, third place in state freestyle and Greco tournaments, national qualifier for BPA (Business Professionals of America), two-time Rumble on the Red placewinner (1st + 3rd), current PSEO Student 39 credits with a 4.0 GPA. Future plans are to wrestle collegiately after high school while pursuing a bachelor’s degree in pre-med to further pursue a career as an MD. She plans to travel to third-world countries on mission trips to provide medical care and share the Gospel. Alivia’s parents are Troy and Ashley, and her coach is Andrew Nissen.
Kayla Virnig, 124 pounds
Pierz, 11th
Kayla had a season record of 21-14. Her current career record is 33-33, including 28 pins. Kayla’s GPA is 3.97. Honors and achievements include 2024 Granite Ridge All-Academic, Rookie of the year, 2025 Granite Ridge All-Academic, All-Conference, and Girls Academic wrestler. Kayla’s coach is Skip Toops.
Samantha Zoller, 170 pounds
Thief River Falls, 12th
Samantha had a season record of 30-8. She ended her high school career with a record of 50-17, including 36 pins. Samantha’s GPA is 4.0. Honors and achievements include 3rd place at Super Section 6/8 2024, 3rd place at Super Section 7/8 2025, Academic All-Star Section 8AA for seasons 2023-2024 and 2024-2025, Lincoln High School Academic Achievement (2022, 2023, 2024, and 2025), Army ROTC Scholarship winner 2025, MWCA Scholarship winner 2025, State FFA Proficiency Equine Placement Champion 2024, FFA State degree earner 2025, 4-H poultry Judging state champion 2024, 1st place Rick Lee Girls Individual 2025. Future plans are to study biological sciences and pre-med at the University of Minnesota Twin Cities. Currently working on joining the ROTC Program at the university, planning to start in the fall of 2025. Samantha’s parents are Anna, and her coach is Dale Rystad.
Second Team
Luella Beckendorf
St. James-Madelia
11th Grade
124 pounds
3.907 GPA
14-8 season record
2025 State: DNQ
HS Coach: Ethan Hildebrandt
Gabrielle Bragg
Anoka
12th Grade
114 pounds
3.65 GPA
34-11 season record
2025 State: DNP
HS Coach: Todd Springer
Ivy Brandenburg
Northfield
11th Grade
100 pounds
3.8 GPA
15-7 season record
2025 State: DNQ
HS Coach: Geoff Staab
Russo Capel
Maple Grove
11th Grade
124 pounds
3.931 GPA
23-8 season record
2025 State: DNP
HS Coach: Troy Seubert
Mila Carnahan
Apple Valley
11th Grade
235 pounds
3.01 GPA
22-14 season record
2025 State: 3rd
HS Coach: Josh Barlage
Kaylee Endres
Wadena-Deer Creek
11th Grade
124 pounds
3.68 GPA
28-8 season record
2025 State: DNP
HS Coach: Brad Wollum
Josie Giangiacomo
Hastings
12th Grade
148 pounds
3.785 GPA
16-16 season record
2025 State: DNQ
HS Coach: Tim Haneberg
Lainey Houts
Northfield
12th Grade
130 pounds
3.51 GPA
30-3 season record
2025 State: DNQ
HS Coach: Geoff Staab
Joy Kral
Osakis
12th Grade
235 pounds
3.317 GPA
12-3 season record
2025 State: 4th
HS Coach: Doug Johnson and Justin George
Amelia Miller
Hastings
12th Grade
170 pounds
3.741 GPA
32-5 season record
2025 State: DNP
HS Coach: Tim Haneberg
Annabel Norquist
Hastings
12th Grade
124 pounds
3.5 GPA
10-12 season record
2025 State: DNQ
HS Coach: Tim Haneberg
Madison Poissant
Thief River Falls
11th Grade
124 pounds
3.85 GPA
22-15 season record
2025 State: DNQ
HS Coach: Kenny Geiser
Hannah Ratajczak
Marshall
12th Grade
142 pounds
3.53 GPA
16-5 season record
2025 State: 4th
HS Coach: Ethan Hoppe
Charli Snyder
Wadena-Deer Creek
11th Grade
118 pounds
3.717 GPA
13-11 season record
2025 State: DNP
HS Coach: Brad Wollum
Allison Weinzettel
Hastings
12th Grade
114 pounds
3.504 GPA
32-7 season record
2025 State: 5th
HS Coach: Tim Haneberg
Honorable Mention
- Brittney Gruber, Pierz, 12th Grade, 155 pounds, 3.471 GPA, 15-7 season record, 2025 State: DNQ, HS Coach: Skip Toops
- Sina Guerra-Guardado, Apple Valley, 12th Grade, 136 pounds, 3.16 GPA, 23-12 season record, 2025 State: DNQ, HS Coach: Josh Barlage
- Camryn Irlbeck, Wabasso, 11th Grade, 136 pounds, 3.297 GPA, 21-7 season record, 2025 State: DNQ, HS Coach: Cole Coorman
- Jemima Mukete, Apple Valley, 12th Grade, 148 pounds, 3.01 GPA, 21-13 season record, 2025 State: DNQ, HS Coach: Josh Barlage
- Delaney Parker, Mound Westonka, 11th Grade, 190 pounds, 3.195 GPA, 12-8 season record, 2025 State: DNQ, HS Coach: Todd Munsterteiger
- Mady Radspinner, Hastings, 12th Grade, 235 pounds, 3.071 GPA, 15-10 season record, 2025 State: DNP, HS Coach: Tim Haneberg
- Macy Rohlik, Wabasso, 11th Grade, 130 pounds, 3.2 GPA, 17-13 season record, 2025 State: DNQ, HS Coach: Cole Coorman
- Hanah Schuster, Apple Valley, 12th Grade, 118 pounds, 3.17 GPA, 32-9 season record, 2025 State: DNP, HS Coach: Josh Barlage
MWCA/The Guillotine Girls Academic All-State
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