Ankeny Centennial wrestler commits to Iowa State.

Dana Becker | SI.com, Iowa

Ankeny Centennial’s Maximus Dhabolt committed to Iowa State and Coach Kevin Dresser on Friday. The 2027 standout is ranked #20 in the country.

“Honored to announce my commitment to Iowa State University,” Dhabolt posted on social media. “Thank you to my coaches, family and teammates for believing in my every step of the way.

“Can’t wait to represent the Cyclones.”

For now, Dhabolt will wrestle for Ankeny Centennial High School, as the junior is a defending Class 3A Iowa high school state wrestling champion. 

Competing at 175 pounds, Dhabolt moved to the No. 3 spot in the national high school wrestling rankings after going 7-1 at Fargo and placing third in the Junior freestyle division. That earned him a spot on the stacked Who’s Number One event.

Two-Time State Medalist

During his freshman season, Dhabolt placed third competing at 144 pounds. He scored a victory over defending state champion Bas Diaz from Waverly-Shell Rock last year in the finals for his first state championship.

Drabolt is No. 3 at 165 pounds on the High School on SI national wrestling rankings.