"I can’t get enough of it"- Bo Bassett makes feelings clear after winning the 2025 Fargo National Championships

Bo Bassett expressed his thoughts after winning the title at the Fargo National 2025. The American wrestler asserted his dominance in the 144 lb weight class and clinched the title on his debut in the event against some of the best high school wrestlers in the country.

Bassett, the No. 1-ranked high school wrestler in the 144-lb division, shocked the wrestling community when he announced his de-commitment from the University of Iowa due to personal reasons. Since then, there have been speculations about his plans for his NCAA career as he continues his pursuits in the wrestling circuit.

After getting a bye in the first round, the 18-year-old breezed through all the rounds with utmost dominance and competed against Clinton Shepherd in the finals. Bo Bassett clinched the victory by fall in one minute and 23 seconds.

The American wrestler expressed his thoughts about the victory in a detailed post on Instagram. He expressed his gratitude for being able to win the help of his brothers and teammates. Moreover, he opened up about his love for wrestling and shared that he is always on the go for some tough competition.

"2025 Fargo Champion. So blessed to be able to do it with my brothers and teammates. Some avoid tough competition and some run towards it, I can’t get enough of it. Next stop is U23 Pan Am games in Paraguay. #MachineGunMindset #Fargo2025 #GoldenTicket #5days #ComeBackFromCSTMatthew 9:29," he wrote.

Bo Bassett said that he will make his next appearance of the season at the U23 Pan Am Games in Paraguay.

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Bo Bassett on his decision to re-enter college recruitment

Bo Bassett had announced his commitment to the Iowa Hawkeyes back in February 2025; however, months later, the American wrestler shared that he would be re-entering college recruitment as he decided to decommit from the University of Iowa.

The 18-year-old shared that it was a tough decision for him to make; however, he expressed his gratitude for receiving the opportunity. Moreover, Bassett shared that it was an important decision for him as it would play an integral part in shaping his career as a wrestler.

"After a lot of prayer and talking with my family, I’ve decided to decommit from the University of Iowa. This wasn’t easy, but I believe it’s not the right fit for me as a wrestler, a person, or for my faith journey. I’m grateful for the opportunity, and I’ll never speak a bad word about their program. This is about finding the place God wants me to be," he wrote.

Furthermore, Bassett thanked the fans for the incredible support throughout his journey.

"This is a huge decision in my life and it has to be the right one. I would like to thank all of the Iowa fans who have supported me. You have been amazing and I am grateful for the support you showed me. I have opened up my recruitment," he added.

After his decommitment, it has been reported that Bassett is considering offers from Oklahoma State, Nebraska, and Penn State for his NCAA career.

Edited by Adityan Pillai