SIOUX FALLS, S.D. – Augustana wrestling head coach Jason Reitmeier announced the signing of 7 athletes for the incoming 2026-27 class.

 

Coach Reitmeier on the class: "We are very excited about this class!  Coach Carroll, Coach Larson, and Coach Ramberg worked extremely hard to get young men with great attitudes, who put a lot of effort into their wrestling and school, and who are good people. We also found young men who excel in all styles of wrestling and enjoy year-round competition. These young men fit the Augustana student-athlete profile: great athletes and exceptional students. We are excited to get these men into the room next fall."  

 

Caden Grenier | 184/197 pounds | Mounds View, Minnesota | Mounds View High School
High School: Grenier is a four-year starter and two-year captain for the Mustangs. As a junior, he placed third at the state tournament and third at sections. He placed sixth at state and second at sections as a sophomore. His freshman season was cut short by injury.

Personal: Caden is the son of Christina Zeise and Chris Grenier. He plans to major in finance.

Coach Reitmeier on Grenier: "Been watching Caden for a long time and always been really impressed with his athleticism.  Felt we had a great connection with Caden right from the start and just felt he was a great fit for our program and school.  Caden has shown the ability, like most of our 2027 class, to excel in freestyle and greco too."

Caden Staab | 174/184 pounds | Northfield, Minnesota | Northfield High School
High School: Staab is a three-year starter and a captain for the Raiders. As a junior, he went 37-4 and placed third at the Class AAA state tournament. That followed a 42-8 sophomore season in which he earned a state berth. As a freshman, he won 37 matches and also qualified for state.

Personal: Caden is the son of Cheri and Geoff Staab. He plans to major in exercise science.

Coach Reitmeier on Staab: "Man, love this kid's toughness.  Caden will never back down and will always bring the fight to you. Caden is again a multi-sport athlete who still found time to compete year-round in all wrestling styles. I really believe Caden's best wrestling is in front of him."

Walker Gaulrapp | 149/157 pounds | Elk River, Minnesota | Elk River High School
High School: Gaulrapp is a four-year starter and captain for the Elks. As a junior, he went 44-8, placed third at 133 pounds at the Class AAA state tournament, and was a section champion, all-conference selection, and team MVP. He won 40 matches as a sophomore, qualified for state, and was a section runner-up and all-conference pick. As a freshman, he went 26-11 and earned all-conference honors.

Personal: Walker is the son of Monica and Josh Gaulrapp. He plans to major in finance.

Coach Reitmeier on Gaulrapp: "Walker is a fierce competitor and loves the fight!  Walker is also accomplished in all styles of wrestling, competing year-round.  With Walker's length, he could be at 149 or 174, which we love having that flexibility with him.  Excited to get Walker in the room and get to work."

Alex Gau | 133/141 pounds | Brooklyn Park, Minnesota | Champlin Park High School
High School: Gau is a three-year starter and three-year captain for the Rebels. As a junior, he went 38-4, qualified for the state tournament, earned all-conference honors, and won state titles in both freestyle and Greco-Roman. He won 24 matches as a sophomore, qualified for state again, and was an all-conference selection and a Greco-Roman All-American. As a freshman, he went 36-9, placed sixth at the state tournament, and was named all-state and all-conference.

Personal: Alex is the son of Brennan and Jenny Gau. He plans to major in nursing.

Coach Reitmeier on Gau: "We are excited to welcome Alex to the Augustana Wrestling Family.  Alex is an accomplished wrestler in all styles, competing year-round.  Alex will compete at 133/141, adding depth to an already deep room. Alex will continue his education in nursing while at Augustana.

Brody Gossen | 133/141 pounds | Parker, South Dakota | West Central High School
High School: Gossen is a four-year starter and captain for the Trojans. As a junior, he was a state runner-up. He placed third at state as a sophomore, following a runner-up finish as a freshman.

Personal: Brody is the son of Kyle and April Gossen. He plans to major in banking services with a minor in business management.

Coach Reitmeier on Gossen: "It's always a great day when we get one of our local studs to stay back home.  We have known Brody for a long time and watch him grow into the wrestler he is today.  Every year, Brody continues to get better and better. I love Brody's competitiveness, just tough and wrestles hard!"

 

Kaleb Mead | 165/174 pounds | Watertown, Minnesota | Watertown-Mayer High School
High School: Mead is a four-year starter and a captain for the Royals. As a junior, he went 47-3 and won a state championship, earning all-state honors and a third-place finish at the Christmas tournament. He won 36 matches as a sophomore and placed fifth at state, also earning all-state honors. As a freshman, he won 42 matches, qualified for state and was an all-state selection.

Personal: Kaleb is the son of Nikki and Josh Mead. He is undecided on his future major.

Coach Reitmeier on Mead: "Kaleb was our first 2027 commit.  Kaleb's ceiling in wrestling is extremely high.  Kaleb has been a multi-sport athlete in high school, and now we will get him just focusing on wrestling!  Kaleb is an explosive athlete with big move potential.  Kaleb, like the rest, has found success in all styles.  Looking forward to watching Kaleb grow in the sport."

 

Jacob Hutchins | 197/285 pounds | River Falls, Wisconsin | River Falls High School
High School: Hutchins is a three-year letterwinner and a captain for the Wildcats. As a junior, he went 50-7, was a state runner-up and earned all-American honors. He won 44 matches as a sophomore and qualified for state.

Personal: Jacob is the son of Ellen Ritland and Andrew Hutchins. He is undecided on his future major.

Coach Reitmeier on Hutchins: "We got on Jacob late but after his visit just felt this was the right place for him to grow in all areas of his life.  Jacob is an exceptional athlete, strong and explosive.  Jacob is another one who seems to be a late bloomer and has his best wrestling in front of him.  He is going to excel in the Augustana room."

 

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