Athletes from across the country will converge at The La Crosse Center to battle it out in USA Wrestling's 2026 Tour of America - Badger Brawl. Taking place at the prestigious La Crosse Center in La Crosse, Wisconsin. This event is set to be a showdown of epic competition on March 7-8, 2026.

*Badger Brawl will take place in South Hall A & B of the La Crosse Center. There will be another wrestling event in the main arena so pay attention to venue signage!

After drawing over 1,300 athletes in 2025, the event formerly known as Dominate in the Dells returns with a new name and a new location: introducing the Badger Brawl, coming to La Crosse, Wisconsin for the first time ever!

As part of the USA Wrestling Tour of America, the Badger Brawl remains one of the premier youth Folkstyle events in the country. It’s also a key qualifier for the USA Wrestling Future Olympian Rankings, giving athletes a chance to earn national points and compete for one-of-a-kind trophies inspired by the host city.

NOTICE: The LaCrosse Center is hosting the WIAA Team State Wrestling Tournament at the same time as the Badger Brawl. That event will be in the main arena whereas the Badger Brawl will be held in South Hall A & B. Please refer to signs to make sure you are in the correct spot!

Fans will enter through the Pepsi Entrance; Available Parking in the La Crosse Ramp or Riverside Ramp ($1 per hour; $10 max per day; Free on Sundays)

Carry in Policy: Please note that bags would be rechecked if they go over to the WIAA Team State event on the North side of the building. Bags brought to the USA Wrestling event can be taken where needed on the South Side of the facility. LAWN CHAIRS/FOLDING CHAIRS ARE NOT PERMITTED INSIDE THE VENUE. NO INFLATABLE COUCHES.

“We must check bags that come in:  this includes bags, purses, backpacks, etc.  After a bag gets checked, the bag can travel anywhere in the contracted event space, does not have to stay in one certain area.  Wrestlers can bring in healthy personal items such as water, juice, fruit, or breakfast bars.  Coolers will not be allowed.  Drinks such as coffee or other drinks will not be allowed in the building.  Spectators will not be allowed to bring any food or drink in to the building.”

Divisions: 

• 8U - Boys, Girls, and True Beginners 
• 10U - Boys, Girls, and True Beginners 
• 12U - Boys, Girls, and True Beginners 
• 14U - Boys, Girls, and True Beginners 
• 16U - Boys and Girls
• USA Junior division - Boys and Girls

Date: March 7-8, 2026

Venue: La Crosse Center

Location: La Crosse, WI

USA Wrestling Event Refund Policy: Your USA Wrestling event purchase through the USA Wrestling membership system (tournament entry, coaches pass, tickets, etc.) is non-refundable. Any cancelation that takes place after purchase, or after the event has been passed, will not be refunded. By completing this event purchase, you understand that all purchases are non-refundable for whatever reason. 

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Satellite Weigh-In Locations: COMING SOON