TACOMA — According to reporting by the Camas-Washougal Post-Record, Washougal High School’s Victoria Nicacio earned her second consecutive state wrestling championship during the Washington Interscholastic Activities Association (WIAA) state tournament in Tacoma. Official WIAA results confirm her title win, marking back‑to‑back championships in her weight class.

Nicacio, one of Southwest Washington’s most formidable high school wrestlers, first captured a state title in 2025. Tournament records show she returned this season to repeat the achievement, solidifying her standing as one of the region’s top competitors. Her performance contributes to a broader surge in girls’ wrestling participation across Southwest Washington, a trend local athletic directors have noted in recent years.

While Washougal is outside Cowlitz County, high school wrestling programs across Longview and Kelso often compete against Washougal athletes during league and postseason meets. Coaches in the area have pointed to wrestlers like Nicacio as benchmarks for the level of competition Southwest Washington continues to develop.

According to WIAA tournament documentation, this year’s state championships drew athletes from every corner of the region, including several qualifiers from Cowlitz County schools. Nicacio’s win adds to Southwest Washington’s broader visibility at the state level, where local wrestlers frequently contend with established programs from Spokane, Yakima, and parts of the Puget Sound.

Why this matters

High school sports often serve as a point of pride and connection for communities across the I‑5 corridor. Nicacio’s repeat title underscores the strength of Southwest Washington’s wrestling programs and signals continued competitive growth in a sport that has expanded significantly statewide. For Cowlitz County programs seeking to build pipelines and retain talent, regional champions provide both measurable standards and inspiration for younger athletes considering the sport.

Sources

Camas-Washougal Post-Record: Washougal’s Victoria Nicacio repeats as wrestling champ

Washington Interscholastic Activities Association: WIAA Mat Classic official results