The women’s freestyle U20 World Championships are August 17-24 in Samokov, Bulgaria. The United States is sending a 10-member team filled with proven talent and breakout stars. Below is a breakdown of each weight and what you can expect.

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Women’s Freestyle Schedule (all times Eastern)

Tuesday, August 19 

3 a.m. – Qualification Rounds (WFS 57-59-68 kg)
9:45 a.m. – Semifinals (WFS 57-59-68 kg)

Wednesday, August 20
3 a.m. – Qualification Rounds (WFS 55-62-65-76 kg), Repechage (WFS 57-59-68 kg)
10 a.m. – Semifinals (WFS 55-62-65-76 kg)
11 a.m. – Medal Matches (WFS 57-59-68 kg)

Thursday, August 21
3 a.m. – Qualification Rounds (WFS 50-53-72 kg), Repechage (WFS 55-62-65-76 kg)
9:45 a.m.. – Semifinals (WFS 50-53-72 kg)
11 a.m. – Medal Matches (WFS 55-62-65-76 kg)

Friday, August 22
3 a.m. – Repechage (WFS 50-53-72 kg)
11 a.m. – Medal Matches (WFS 50-53-72 kg)

50 kg: Audrey Jimenez

College: Lehigh (PA)

Jimenez is a bright, shining star who will likely compete at three World Championships this year (U20, U23, Senior). She’s the class of the 50 kg field domestically and has already notched high-level wins internationally. 

The Tucson, Arizona, native has made five age-level World teams, winning three silvers and a bronze. All she’s missing is gold, and she will get her first crack in Samokov. Jimenez is exceptional on her feet and is a high-volume shooter. She immediately looks for turns, making her a dangerous draw for anyone. 

Be sure to watch Jimenez during her freshman campaign at Lehigh, too. The Mountain Hawks recently added a Division I women’s program, and she is the preseason favorite to win the inaugural 110-pound NCAA Championship crown. 

The more Audrey Jimenez, the better for Team USA. 

53 kg: Abbi Cooper

College: Lehigh (PA)

Cooper had her breakout tournament at the U20 World Championships. The look of excitement on her face when she made the team was a highlight moment at Women’s Nationals. She dropped the opening match to Alex Waitsman in the best-of-three series before a gutsy 5-5 win in the second and a 13-2 tech in the third. 

The Clayton, California, native dropped an 11-10 match to Michigan’s Nakayla Dawson at the Junior National Duals, so this is a chance for Cooper to prove herself on the World stage. 

55 kg: Everest Leydecker

High School: Valiant Prep (AZ)

Leydecker made waves by reaching 2025 Final X as a high school junior, where she fell to 2024 U20 World champion Cristelle Rodriguez in straight matches. Now, it’s Leydecker’s turn to win the weight for the United States. She qualified for the 2024 U17 World Championships but didn’t compete due to safety issues. 

The Phoenix, Arizona, native might be the most focused wrestler on the team. Her ability to make in-match adjustments will serve her well on the international stage. She will likely have length on her opponents, and she can flurry with the best of them. And no wrestler at any weight will be in better shape. 

57 kg: Carissa Qureshi

College: North Central (IL)

Qureshi replaces Lorianna Piestewa, who she fell to 10-6 and 8-0 at the U20 World Team Trials. She has a unique opportunity to compete at her second U20 World Championships after defeating Leydecker in the 2024 best-of-three finals. The Irvine, California, native won a silver medal at the U20 Pan-Am Championships and bronze at the Lady Klippan Open earlier this year. 

59 kg: Aubre Krazer

College: Lehigh (PA)

Krazer is the third wrestler on the team who will compete for upstart Lehigh. She made a big jump from last year by winning the Grand Prix of Spain in July. Competing against senior competition will serve her well in Bulgaria. She’s a skilled wrestler who utilizes pressure effectively. Don’t be surprised if she makes noise. 

62 kg: Haylie Jaffe

College: McKendree

Jaffe reached the 2024 National Collegiate Women’s Wrestling Championships finals as a freshman and will look to add another medal after a 2023 U17 World bronze. She won a silver medal at the Grand Prix of Spain in July. Jaffe keeps solid position and scores lots of go-behinds.

65 kg: Daniella Nugent

College: Oklahoma State

Nugent will attend Oklahoma State’s club program this season following an exceptional high school career. She won a bronze medal at the Grand Prix of Spain and emerged victorious in a best-of-three series against Cadence Diduch at the U20 World Team Trials. She’s good at defending shots and can pull out classic folkstyle technique if she has to. 

68 kg: Jordyn Fouse

College: Grand Valley State (MI)

Fouse put together a solid year after battling injuries in 2024. She was pinned by Zoey Lints during her opening match in the best-of-three finals at the World Team Trials, but recovered to win, 9-4 and 7-4. 

The Roaring Spring, Pennsylvania, native won a silver medal at the Grand Prix of Spain and will enter her freshman season at Grand Valley State. Fouse has never shied away from competition and continues to make gains. 

72 kg: Jasmine Robinson

Affiliation: WCAP (CO)

Robinson is the returning U20 World champion and is a gold medal contender in 2025. Her crisp, clean shots and explosive throws make her a fan favorite. She won the U20 World Team Trials over U17 World champion Piper Fowler, and dominated the field at U23 Nationals during the same weekend. 

A member of the Army’s World Class Athlete Program, Robinson has made three age-level World teams, winning U20 gold last year and bronze at the 2023 U17 Worlds. 

76 kg: Naomi Simon

College: Iowa

Simon has the best workout partners in the world, so she should be prepared against the best U20 competition in the world. She trains with Hawkeye stars Macey Kilty, Kennedy Blades, and Kylie Welker, so she should be ready for whatever comes her way in Bulgaria.

The Decorah, Iowa, native won a bronze medal at the 2024 U20 World Championships and will look to reach the finals this year. Her opponents likely haven’t experienced Simon’s pace, so controlled aggression is key as she makes her run.