Back to School Bash with Drake Ayala

Sponsored by Discover Ames

Drake Ayala brings elite experience, relentless intensity, and a passion for developing the next generation of wrestlers to our camp. A three-time NCAA All-American across two weight classes and two-time NCAA finalist, Ayala reached the NCAA championship finals in consecutive seasons, finishing as the national runner-up at 125 pounds in 2024 and 133 pounds in 2025. He concluded an outstanding collegiate career at the University of Iowa before joining the Iowa State coaching staff as an assistant coach in 2026. 

During his collegiate career, Ayala compiled an impressive 83–26 record, with 52 bonus-point victories, while also earning recognition as a two-time NWCA Scholar All-American for his excellence in the classroom. Before college, he was one of the nation's top recruits, finishing his career at Fort Dodge High School with an incredible 171–3 record, three Iowa state championships, a Super 32 title, and two Fargo Junior Freestyle National Championships. Campers will have the unique opportunity to learn directly from one of the sport's most accomplished young coaches and competitors, gaining world-class technique, high-level training insights, and the championship mindset that has defined Drake's remarkable career.

Schedule

9:00am-12:00pm | K-6th grade
12:00pm-1:00pm | lunch/autographs/q&A/pics
1:00pm-4:00pm | 7th - 12th grade
4:00pm-5:00pm | lunch/autograph/q&a/pics

• The NCAA prohibits an ISU booster (other than a parent/guardian or close family member) from paying a portion of a camper's camp fees.
• This camp is open to any and all entrants