National Duals Invitational Promises Over $1M Prize Fund

Paycom founder Chad Richison is sponsoring the inaugural National Duals Invitational, a groundbreaking college wrestling event set for November 15-16 at Tulsa's BOK Center. With a total purse exceeding $1 million, the event aims to boost the visibility and support for college wrestling, a sport often overshadowed by football and basketball. Each of the 16 Division I teams will receive $20,000 for participating, with the winner taking home $200,000. This initiative is seen as a 'game changer' for the sport, as it seeks to grow its fan base amidst a backdrop of declining programs. Oklahoma State will host the event, highlighting the state's commitment to wrestling. Coaches and leaders in the wrestling community, including Oklahoma State's David Taylor, have expressed excitement, seeing the event as an opportunity to sustain and expand the sport.