On November 2nd the NCWA opened team registration for the January 2021 season. With the start of this years wrestling season delayed by the covid 19 pandemic the Board of Directors set a threshold of 50 teams, approximately 25% of member institutions, as the minimum required participation level to sponsor a 2021 season. In Just three days 10% of that goal has already been achieved. Executive Director Jim Giunta said "We are encouraged by the quick response of schools like Ottawa, Liberty, Clemson & UNLV. These are among schools that are setting the pace for this season and we look forward to announcing the executive boards threshold of 50 teams being met soon. The NCWA strongly encourages member institutions to register as soon as possible to assure a 2021 season of competition and to allow teams to develop their schedule as soon as the 50 team threshold is met.