USA Wrestling and Pure&Clean Sports continue partnership to champion athlete safety and advance the sport

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colorado (August 4, 2025) — USA Wrestling is proud to continue its partnership with Pure&Clean Sports, reinforcing a shared commitment aimed at improving athlete safety and promoting the long-term growth of the sport through advanced skin, mat and gear hygiene initiatives.

This ongoing collaboration underscores a mutual dedication to resilience, preparation, and wellness. By equipping athletes with Pure&Clean’s advanced, non-toxic skin hygiene and cleaning solutions, the partnership helps wrestlers stay healthy, focused and competition ready.

“USA Wrestling is proud to continue its partnership with Pure&Clean Sports as we work together to protect the health and performance of our athletes. Their commitment to innovation and athlete well-being directly supports our mission to grow and elevate the sport at every level,” said Rich Bender, Executive Director of USA Wrestling.

Pure&Clean Sports specializes in hypochlorous acid (HOCl)-based products designed to protect athletes from common skin challenges without the use of harsh chemicals. From skin hygiene sprays and hand cleansers to disinfectants and mat cleaners, these solutions help ensure wrestlers and their gear stay clean and safe throughout training and competition.

"Our partnership with USA Wrestling goes beyond prevention — it’s about protecting the integrity and future of the sport,” said Trent Freeman, CEO of Pure&Clean Sports. “By working together to help eradicate common skin infections, we’re not just keeping athletes healthy, we’re helping to grow wrestling by removing one of the biggest barriers to participation and performance."

Together, USA Wrestling and Pure&Clean Sports will engage athletes, coaches and communities through educational initiatives that promote awareness about athlete hygiene and provide resources to help athletes stay on the mat and in the match.

About USA Wrestling

USA Wrestling is the national governing body for wrestling in the United States, sanctioned by the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Committee and United World Wrestling. With over 370,000 members, USA Wrestling supports the development, competition, and growth of the sport across all levels. For more information visit themat.com.

About Pure&Clean Sports

At Pure&Clean Sports, our mission is to grow the sport of wrestling by leading the fight against skin infections and providing clean, effective alternatives in an increasingly contaminated world. From skin hygiene and hand care to mat and equipment cleansers, Pure&Clean empowers athletes to stay healthy, perform confidently, and protect the future of their sport. For more information visit pureandcleansports.com.

Media Contact

Richard Immel

Sr. Manager, Communications

USA Wrestling

rimmel@usawrestling.org