Kings & Queens of Florida Set to Take Over Lakeland
The stage is set. The best of the best are ready. And Florida wrestling fans are about to witness something truly special once again.
The Kings and Queens of Florida event returns to Lakeland, Florida, hosted at the prestigious campus of Southeastern University—and this year promises to be even bigger, louder, and more electrifying than ever before.
Built by Visionaries, Driven by Greatness
What started as a bold idea quickly turned into one of the most talked-about events in the state. Created by Ricky Marcus, Jordan Cone, and Alex Wisdom, this event was designed with one mission:
To determine who truly reigns supreme in Florida wrestling.
These three brought together their knowledge, passion, and connections within the sport to build a first-class, elite-level showcase—and they delivered in a massive way.
The Ultimate Showdown: Classification vs Classification
This isn’t your typical all-star event.
The Kings and Queens of Florida pits the top talent from each classification—1A, 2A, 3A, and Girls—against one another in a head-to-head battle for bragging rights and supremacy.
Each roster is carefully constructed by inviting:
- State Champions
- State Runners-Up
- 3rd, 4th, and 5th Place Finishers
If a state champion can’t make it? No problem. The call goes down the line until a worthy warrior steps up to represent.
The result?
STACKED lineups across the board.
No easy matches. No breaks. Just straight-up battles from start to finish.
A Sold-Out Success Returns Bigger Than Ever
Last year, the inaugural event was an instant hit—completely selling out all 500 seats. The atmosphere was electric, the competition was fierce, and every match felt like a state finals showdown.
This year, due to overwhelming demand, fans who can’t make it in person won’t have to miss a second.
👉 The event will be LIVE STREAMED, allowing wrestling fans from across the state—and the country—to tune in and witness Florida’s elite collide.
Championship-Level Experience
Everything about this event screams excellence.
Thanks to incredible sponsors, the Kings and Queens of Florida deliver a true big-match feel:
- Top-tier officials ensuring fairness at the highest level
- Custom champions singlets for competitors
- Exclusive event t-shirts
- Two stunning championship trophies
- And of course… a championship belt fit for royalty
This isn’t just another tournament.
This is an experience.
More Than Matches — It’s a Legacy Moment
For the athletes stepping onto that mat, this is more than just another competition.
This is:
- A chance to prove yourself against the best in the state
- A moment to represent your classification with pride
- An opportunity to be part of something rare and unforgettable
Because events like this don’t come around often.
This is a once-in-a-lifetime stage.
Don’t Miss It
Whether you’re in the stands at Southeastern University or watching from home, one thing is guaranteed:
🔥 You are going to see some of the best wrestling Florida has to offer.
🔥 You are going to feel the intensity.
🔥 You are going to remember it.
The Kings and Queens of Florida isn’t just an event…
It’s where champions are tested, legacies are built, and Florida wrestling takes center stage.
2026-2026 EARLY IBT TEAM State Rankings [As of April 13th, 2026]
Girls
1. Freedom-Orlando
2. South Dade
3. Saint John Neumann
4. Florida Christian
5. Viera
6. Mater Lakes
7. Sunlake
8. Flagler Palm Coast
9. Douglas
10. Middleburg
Boys 1A IBT EARLY IBT TEAM State Rankings
1. Mater Lakes
2. Cocoa Beach
3. Saint John Neumann
4. Merritt Island
5. Cardinal Gibbons
6. Florida High
7. Aubrey Rogers
8. Wakulla
9. Miami Christian
10 . North Bay Haven
Boys 2A EARLY IBT TEAM State Rankings
1. Lake Gibson
2. Tampa Jesuit
3. Somerset
4. Charlotte
5. Jensen Beach
6. North Ft Myers
7. Archbishop McCarthy
8. Braden River
9. Brandon
10. Winter Springs
Boys 3A EARLY IBT TEAM State Rankings
1. South Dade
2. Southridge
3. Hagerty
4. Miami Southwest
5. Palmetto-Miami
6. Flagler Palm Coast
7. Wellington
8. Miami Columbus
9. Orlando-Freedom
10. Lake Mary
















