FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Defense Soap named Partner of NC MAT and Official Sponsor of The NC MAT Rankings.  

The NC MAT, North Carolina’s premier source for wrestling coverage, is proud to announce a new partnership with Defense Soap, the leading name in athlete hygiene and skin protection. Defense Soap has officially been named the exclusive partner and presenting sponsor of The NC MAT Rankings, published on thencmat.com.

 

This partnership marks a major milestone for wrestling in North Carolina, bringing together two organizations deeply committed to the sport, athlete wellness, and community development.

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“We’re excited to welcome Defense Soap as our official sponsor of our rankings,” said Ryan Mitchell, Executive Director of NC MAT. “Their long-standing commitment to protecting athletes and promoting hygiene aligns perfectly with our mission to elevate wrestling across North Carolina.” 

 

Founded by wrestlers for wrestlers, Defense Soap has become a trusted name in athletic hygiene, offering a complete line of products designed to help protect athletes from common skin infections such as ringworm, impetigo, and MRSA. The company’s mission is rooted in keeping athletes healthy, confident, and competition-ready—values that resonate deeply within the wrestling community.

 

The partnership begins immediately, with Defense Soap featured on all upcoming North Carolina wrestling ranking releases for the 2025-2026 season.