Trump at NCAA championships: Penn State wrestlers react to president

President Donald Trump’s attendance at the NCAA wrestling championships prompted strong reactions from competitors. 

Before Trump entered Wells Fargo Arena in Philadelphia to a raucous cheer from fans, some Penn State wrestlers shared their thoughts on Trump arriving to watch their attempts at a fourth straight national championship.

“It’s a great honor for the sport of wrestling,” Penn State’s Josh Barr told reporters Friday. “The sport of wrestling is in a place where it needs growth. It needs life and energy behind it, and President Trump brings it. 

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Barr’s teammate, Mitchell Mesenbrink, told reporters Friday that, regardless of politics, he believes Trump’s attendance would help improve viewership. 

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President Donald Trump attends the NCAA men’s wrestling championships in Philadelphia March 22, 2025.  (Reuters/Nathan…

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