Garden City Community College Receives NJCAA Foundation Sport Opportunity Grant for Women’s Wrestling

GARDEN CITY, Kan. — Garden City Community College has received a $2,000 Sport Opportunity Grant from the NJCAA Foundation to assist in the continued development of the Broncbuster women's wrestling program.

The grant is part of the NJCAA Foundation's ongoing commitment to supporting member institutions as they expand athletic opportunities for student-athletes across the country. Garden City Community College officially launched women's wrestling during the 2025-26 academic year and will begin competition during the upcoming 2026-27 season.

"We are extremely appreciative of the NJCAA Foundation and its continued investment in student-athlete opportunities," said Garden City Community College Director of Athletics Mike Pilosof. "Women's wrestling continues to experience tremendous growth nationally, and this grant will help strengthen our ability to provide resources, support, and opportunities for current and future Broncbusters."

Garden City Community College announced the addition of women's wrestling as part of its continued commitment to expanding participation opportunities and enhancing the student-athlete experience. The program provides additional competitive and educational opportunities for female student-athletes while continuing the college's longstanding tradition of excellence in NJCAA athletics.

"Garden City Community College is proud to continue expanding opportunities for students through the addition of women's wrestling," said GCCC President Dr. Ryan Ruda. "This program reflects our commitment to student engagement, access, and providing pathways for students to compete, grow, and succeed both academically and athletically. We appreciate the NJCAA Foundation's investment in our institution and in the future of our student-athletes."

Collegiate athletics continue to play a vital role in higher education by creating opportunities for leadership development, academic achievement, community engagement, and personal growth. Through NJCAA athletics, institutions like Garden City Community College are able to provide pathways for student-athletes to compete at a high level while pursuing academic and career goals.

"The NJCAA Foundation is excited to further support the growth of NJCAA member colleges and the sport programs they offer through the NJCAA Sport Opportunity Grant," said Andrew Givens, NJCAA Foundation Executive Director. "The ability to provide this funding is a testament to the importance and growth of two-year collegiate athletics. The NJCAA Foundation looks forward to this initiative's impact as NJCAA member colleges continue to create opportunities for student-athletes across the country."

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The mission of the NJCAA Foundation is to enhance the NJCAA national organization, student-athletes, member colleges and local communities through financial support, scholarships, program initiatives and community service.