Headstone Ideas for a Wrestler

Wrestling builds toughness, discipline and loyalty to teammates. For a high school wrestler, a college champion, a coach or a pro who loved the ring, these ideas honour a fighter's spirit.

Symbol and etching ideas

• Two wrestlers on a mat in silhouette.
• Wrestling shoes hung up by their laces.
• A medal or championship belt shown generically.
• A singlet in team colours.
• A ring with ropes for a professional wrestler.

Personal touches

• Weight class and team, e.g. "152 lbs, Central High".
• Titles, records or state placings.
• Their coach's favourite saying.
• A ring name for a pro wrestler — see nicknames on headstones.

Epitaph ideas

• Never pinned.
• He fought to the final whistle.
• Champion forever.
• I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course. (2 Timothy 4:7)
• Tough on the mat, gentle at home.

For a young athlete

When a young wrestler dies, teammates often want to be part of the memorial — signing a banner, wearing a patch or contributing a line. Some families add the team's names to the back of the stone. See headstone wording for a teenager.

Logos and promotions

School logos, league marks and pro wrestling promotion logos are trademarks. Ask permission or use team colours and generic designs instead.

Design tips

• Two figures need room — use a wide stone or the back.
• Generic medals avoid trademark issues.
• Use team colours in the lettering or etching.
• Genesis 32 (Jacob wrestling) suits a person of faith.

Key Takeaways

• Mats, shoes and medals suit a wrestler.
• 2 Timothy 4:7 is a natural verse.
• Avoid school and league logos without permission.
• Teammates can add a line on the back.

Next Step

See headstone ideas for a coach and headstone ideas for a boxer.