The prominent wrestling star, Bo Bassett, has left fans and sports commentators amused. They are all buzzed about where he is going next with regards to his wrestling career. Being one of the best prospects for the class of 2026 and having numerous college programs seeking Bo, he has finally skimmed his list down to 13 from a big pool of 80. His latest visit to Ohio State stirred the steaming pot even more. Bassett’s decision turned into a sizzling issue for both college programs and wrestling fans. And all eyes are fixated on: “Which program is he going to choose?”

Bassett, 18, who dominates his weight class of 65 kg, has won numerous events, both premier and national titles: bagging the gold medal at 2021 U17 and bronze in 2024 U20. His trophy rack and competitive nature make him one of the most cherished wrestlers in recent years. No wonder Bassett’s weekend at Ohio State has ignited a lot of pitter-patter among everyone. Especially given the running speculation about his potential commitment to Penn State. The suspense and excitement remain in the air as he drops hints of finding a new home, leaving us all in “So what’s it gonna be?” mode.

Bo Bassett’s Peek into His Experience at Ohio State

Bo Bassett has recently shared glimpses of his sweet time in Ohio State through a post via Instagram. It drew the attention of wrestling fans from everywhere. He posts, “Great weekend in Columbus and hanging out with the Buckeye Nation; I really enjoyed Ohio State. It was also great to spend time at Rudis and Max Effort #MachineGunMindset #RockCity.” Visiting world-class training facilities must have left a lasting impression on him. Both are known for producing top-tier wrestlers. Now, it seems particularly pointing—are we too much into our heads?

Decoding his post: Bassett’s statement points out that Ohio State’s culture and community might have made an everlasting impact on him. Which also makes it a serious contender in his college decision-making process. With officially 3 visits left on his current calendar after eliminating Nebraska this week from his list, Bassett’s list looks like: Virginia Tech, Cornell, Michigan, Arizona State, Missouri, Northern Iowa, Iowa, Iowa State, Oklahoma State, Penn State, Pitt-Johnstown, Ohio State, and Rutgers. After his last update, he visited Ohio State, which now holds a high possibility of being just about the perfect fit.

During his visit to Ohio State, he met key members of the OSU coaching staff, including head coach Tom Ryan and assistant coaches Logan Stieber and J. Jaggers. Experiencing the essence of what it could be learning directly from them. As we are all left wondering, let’s hear what the fans have to say about this.

Fan Reactions and Speculation: Will he stay with Penn State or join Ohio State?

The social media blowup was much expected after Bo Bassett’s visit to Ohio State. Fan requests are incoming! One fan says, “Penn State has to be his top choice! So many legends came out of there. Imagine him joining the ranks!” Another fan backs this comment up by pleading, “please commit to penn state.”

Penn State is considered the powerhouse when it comes to its wrestling program, with 11 national titles won and setting a new NCAA record with 172.5 points. Recently, Virginia Tech hosted Bassett along with other top recruits for 2026 and 2027, showing its serious investment in emerging wrestling talents.

Considering the fact, another fan adds, “I don’t get why he’s taking so long. Just commit to Virginia Tech or Penn State already!” Another adds, “The roots are already planted, let your tree grow,” pointing Bo towards joining Ohio State, which can allow him to evolve under coach Tom Ryan, who has previously driven the team to national excellence with multiple individual titles and the NCAA team championship.

Bassett wants to continue wrestling in his distinctive way: a mix of aggression and strategy. He has openly stated his desire to enroll in a program that allows him to preserve his natural approach while adding to his technical abilities, which most of the fans recognize; one says, “Hope he picks a school that lets him keep his unique style. Don’t want him to be another robotic wrestler.” And just like that, the suspense remains sizzling hot for everyone. Let’s take one more guess, shall we?

The future of Bo Bassett’s wrestling is the fiery talk of the wrestling town. His recent Ohio State visit has left fans guessing whether he’ll ultimately choose the Buckeyes or stick with Penn State, or are there any more advances? Regardless of where he decides to go, it’s quite evident that wherever he lands, Bassett’s decision will have a big impact on the NCAA wrestling scenario. As the season continues, all the wrestling fans will be watching closely to see which direction Bassett’s journey takes next.