Trent Hidlay is a current Wrestling Senior World Champion in freestyle wrestling at 92 kg weight category. He is already a constant member of Team U.S.A. and he became 5 times All-American.
Personal Basic Information
| Full Name | Trent Niemond Hidlay |
| Nick Name | Hoagie Boy |
| Weight Category | 197 lbs |
| Father’s Name | Mark Hidlay |
| Mother’s Name | Mary Hidlay |
| Date of Birth (Born) | April 7, 1999 |
| Birth Place | Lewistown, Pennsylvania |
| Height | 6’0’’ |
| Net worth | Information not available publicly |
| Marriage Status | Unmarried |
| Wife Name | Does not have a wife |
| Kids Name | Does not have kids |
| High school | Mifflin County High School |
| Nationality | American |
| Zodiac Sign | Aries |
| Current Team Name | Wolfpack Wrestling Club |
Net Worth
He is eligible for performance bonuses NIL deal opportunities. He received pay from the Living the Dream Medal Fund. Hidlay received monthly salary and financial support along with traveling allowance by USA Wrestling.
His competing ability in events provide him with appearance fees. His estimated net worth is estimated to be between $100,000 and $500,000. His major income comes from his World Championship earnings.
Trent Hidlay Current Age
Age: 26 years, 11 months, and 9 days as of today.
Time left for next birthday: 0 months and 22 days.Current Status
Trent Hidlay competed at the 2026 Zagreb Open and reached finals but earned silver medal due to injury. He is serving as a mentor for the current NC State wrestling team. He won his first Senior World title in September 2025 at 92 kg weight category with a 13-10 win in the finals.
Early Life and Childhood
He was raised in Lewistown. His childhood encompasses a constant support through high quality wrestling family. He played sports such as baseball, football and golf during the summer vacations.
He began wrestling at the age of 5. He always followed his older brother (Hayden). He admitted that being defeated by his older brothers helped him to grow toughness and this was the necessary point, he used against opponents.
Education and the Beginning of Sports Career
He attended Mifflin County High School in his hometown and maintained 4.0 GPA and was named a Wrestling U.S.A. Scholastic All-American in 2018. His academic honors include 2 times ACC Wrestling Scholar-Athlete of the Year.
He was selected 5 times for All-ACC Academic Team along with being the CoSIDA Academic All-American. He graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration in May 2022. He also earned his Master of Business Administration from the Jenkins Graduate School of Management in 2024.
His interest grown up when during his 8th grade season, his brother succeeded. This encouraged him to train more hard and attend summer camps.
Professional Career
He won against Amanula Gadzhimagomedov by a 13-10 score during the 2025 Senior World Championship at the 92 kg weight category. He is an athlete for Wolf pack RTC and compete as a full-time professional.
He grabbed the spot on the senior national team by earning victory over Mark Hall and Alex Dieringer. He had beaten Miriani Maisuradze by 7-2 score during the Polyák Imre & Varga János Memorial (92 kg).
Achievements/ Awards/ Medals
His collegiate achievements include being 5 times NCAA All-American. He was 4 times ACC Champion and UWW Breakout Performer of the Year (2025). He was also the ACC Freshman of the Year (2020).
He was nominated as the Chi Alpha Sigma National Scholar-Athlete of the Year (2022-23). He was the 2025 Senior World Champion (92 kg) and Pan American Champion.
He became an Under 23 World Silver Medalist along with being 2019 Junior World Bronze Medalist. Trent Hidlay won Gold Medal at 2023 Bill Farrell Memorial International and silver medal at 2024 Budapest Ranking Series.
Married Life and Family
He is not married yet as per the information available however engaged. Hidley gave credits to his fiance regarding the support. He is the son of Mark Hidlay and Nikki Niemond Hidlay. His father was a college football player and golfer, while his mother is a vocal supporter.
All of his 3 brothers have a wrestling background. Hayden, his older brother also won 5 times All-American and currently working as an assistant wrestling coach at Stanford University.
The Future Ambitions
Hidlay’s goal is to win gold medal at the Los Angeles Olympic Games in the year 2028. He also aimed to maintain his rank 1 at world wrestling. Hidlay is seeking partnerships and sponsorship to fund the Wolfpack RTC and grow NC State program through MBA studies.
He aspires to become a wrestling commentator due to the praise for his technical analysis.
Trent Hidlay – FAQs
What is the origin of his nickname, “Hoagie Boy”?
Hidlay told a friend to throw him a Hoagie Sandwich if he won after pinning his opponent.
What do he do for relaxation?
He choose to spend quality time with his family.