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Drake Ayala, a three-time All-American wrestler from Iowa, is joining Iowa State's coaching staff next season. He finished his collegiate career with an 83-26 record and was a two-time NCAA runner-up.
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After an illustrious Iowa wrestling career that included being a three-time All-American, Drake Ayala has reportedly accepted a role on Iowa State's coaching staff next season.
Pat Mineo of The Wrestling Room reported the news of Ayala joining the Cyclones' staff.
In his five seasons at Iowa, Ayala compiled an 83-26 record. The Fort Dodge, Iowa, native was the NCAA runner-up at 125 in 2024 and the NCAA runner-up at 133 in 2025. Ayala owned a 34-13 dual record.
āItās bittersweet,ā Ayala said after his fifth-place finish this past season. āMy last time on the mat, you know? It was fun. It has been a roller coaster of a year, as you guys know. I know I didnāt get what I wanted ā and never did ā but I learned a lot, I grew as a man and Iām proud of myself.ā
The Fort Dodge, Iowa, native will now reportedly join Brent Metcalf's first staff. Metcalf was recently named as Iowa State's ninth head wrestling coach. Metcalf was named head coach following eight seasons as a full-time assistant coach for the Cyclones and one as a volunteer assistant.
"I am excited and honored to be the next Head Wrestling Coach at Iowa State University and would like to thank Jamie Pollard and President Cook for entrusting me with the legacy of such a storied program," Metcalf said. "None of this would be possible without the vision and mentorship of Kevin Dresser, who for the previous nine seasons has continued to raise the standard of what it means to be a Cyclone wrestler.
"As we move to the next chapter we must continue to raise that bar," he added. "We will challenge our team to pursue National, World and Olympic Titles, compete fearlessly, and to be outstanding representatives of Iowa State University- in the classroom, on the mat and in life."
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Drake Ayala compiled an 83-26 record during his five seasons at Iowa.
Drake Ayala was a three-time All-American and a two-time NCAA runner-up, finishing second at 125 pounds in 2024 and at 133 pounds in 2025.
Drake Ayala is set to join Iowa State's coaching staff for the upcoming wrestling season.

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