Zaiyahn Ornelas, a three-time undefeated Nebraska state wrestling champion, has officially committed to the Huskers as a 2026 lightweight prospect. A senior at Creighton Prep who previously competed for Wilber-Clatonia, Ornelas brings a dominant in-state resume and high-end potential to Nebraska’s future lineup. His decision reinforces the Huskers’ commitment to locking down elite local talent and adds depth to their lower-weight pipeline heading into the next recruiting cycle.
A senior-to-be at Creighton Prep, Ornelas spent his first three high school seasons at Class C Wilber-Clatonia, where he built a flawless resume, winning three state titles at three different weight classes without suffering a single loss.
His career record stands at a staggering 121-0. This past season at 120 pounds, Ornelas not only remained undefeated, but he also didn’t surrender a single offensive point. His opponents logged zero takedowns and no reversals throughout the entire campaign. At February’s state tournament, he steamrolled the field with four tech fall victories, outscoring his opponents by a combined 65-0…