Miguel Estrada announced on May 3, 2023 that he would be an Iowa Hawkeye. Estrada had originally committed to Wisconsin.
Estrada was a three-time state champion and four-time place winner from Bakersfield, California (Frontier HS).
MatScouts had Estrada ranked as high as #2 at 145 lbs. last season.
On the Iowa Wrestling roster Estrada is listed at 149/157.
Estrada represented Team USA in the Pennsylvania vs. USA dual meet in the Pittsburgh Classic in March. Estrada was impressive in defeating Indiana recruit Ryan Garvick, 12-6.
He won a U16 folkstyle national title in 2021 at 140 lbs.
Estrada is definitely the dark horse for this recruiting class. He was ranked high and then placed fourth at state.
Injuries kept Estrada out of competition during the season but he looked very good at the Pittsburg Classic.
It will be interesting to see Estrada develop this season where I believe he will redshirt. 149 and 157 will be open weights next year that could find Estrada in the starting lineup.
Estrada has the strength and skill set to be a very good college wrestler for the Hawks.
Best of luck to Miguel Estrada as an Iowa Hawkeye.
It is great to be an Iowa Wrestling fan.
Go Hawks!
