Caleb Henson is an American college-level and freestyle wrestler. He is currently competing for Virginia Tech. He is named as the 2 times ACC Wrestler of the Year and regarded as a top level wrestler in the Atlantic Coast Conference for both 2024 and 2025.
Personal Basic Information
| Full Name | Caleb Henson |
| Nick Name | The Hit man |
| Weight Category | 149 lbs |
| Father’s Name | Caleb Henson |
| Mother’s Name | Stephanie Henson |
| Date of Birth (Born) | December 7, 2002 |
| Birth Place | Cartersville, Georgia |
| Height | 5’7’’ |
| Net worth | Estimated between $100,000 and $500,000 |
| Marriage Status | Unmarried |
| Wife Name | Does not have wife |
| Kids Name | Does not have kids |
| High school | Woodland High School |
| Nationality | American |
| Zodiac Sign | Information not available publicly |
| Current Team Name | Virginia Tech Hokies |
Net Worth
Caleb Henson’s net worth is not public as per records. His income is estimated to lie between $100,000 and $500,000. He received full athletic scholarship which covered his tuition fees.
He is eligible to get training allowance and performance-based bonuses from the USA Wrestling and the Living the Dream Medal Fund. Henson is also signed with FTWR where he do have his own collection known as HITMAN signature collection.
Caleb Henson Current Age
Age: 23 years, 3 months, and 9 days as of today.
Time left for next birthday: 8 months and 21 days.Current Status
Henson competed at the 2026 Zagreb Open where he won a Bronze Medal recently. He defeated reigning Senior World Champion in the match. He is currently focusing on International freestyle circle.
Early Life and Childhood
He was born into a wrestling family in Cartersville (Georgia). Caleb began wrestling at a young age when he was barely in 3rd grade. He was initially a football and baseball player. He traveled towards various clubs to get better practice.
He started to focus on wrestling in the 8th grade while giving up on other sports. He was recalled as a Skinny Kid who competed at local tournaments like the Battle at Little BigHorn and the Pepperell Dragon Classic. He is currently pursuing a degree in Business as of February 2026.
Education and the Beginning of Sports Career
He attended Woodland High School and graduated in the year 2022. He became the first Georgia High School graduate to win NCAA Division I wrestling title. Caleb is a student athlete at Virginia Tech.
He was a multi-sport player however, when he was placed at Super 32 tournament, his confidence rose and he decided to continue as a wrestler while leaving other sports.
Professional Career
Caleb Henson is currently serving as an athlete at the Titan Mercury Wrestling Club. He defeated reigning Senior World Champion Ismail from Hungary by a 5-4 score. He won against Ebrahim on criteria basis by 5-5.
He defeated against Muhammad (Belgium) by a 11-1 score via technical superiority. He is currently ranked as No. 4 in the U.S. at 70 kg weight category as per records in the year 2026. His huge title win happened when he beaten 2024 Olympian Austin Gomez by a score 15-7.
Achievements/ Awards/ Medals
Henson won Fargo Junior Freestyle National Championship in the year 2021. He collected Georgia State Championship title for 3 times. He was named as U.S.A. Wrestling Athlete of the Week.
Henson was an Under 20 World Team Member and became 2 times ACC Champion and ACC Wrestler of the Year. He was a 2024 Cliff Keen Las Vegas Invitational Champion (149 lbs).
Married Life and Family
Henson is single due to the fact that he is currently focused on his academic studies at Virginia Tech. His father, Sammie, has been a initial coach for Henson. His father was himself Olympic Silver Medalist.
His mother was a constant supporter throughout his career. Caleb’s brother Wyatt was a high-class wrestler who already competed for University of Iowa and West Virginia University.
The Future Ambitions
Caleb aims to be an Olympic Gold Medalist in the upcoming 2028 Los Angeles Olympics and willing to become a multi-time NCAA Champion. Henson is aiming to get a spot on the U.S. Senior World Team. He is considering ahead to serve as a mentor for various wrestling academies.
Caleb Henson – FAQs
Does he have an UFC Dream?
He had expressed an interest in pursuing a career as a UFC Champion.
What are his hobbies?
He loves to do fishing, play Kendama and enjoys to play video games.
What are her other interests?
He is interested in operating wrestling gyms as a Business Major.