CORVALLIS, Ore. – The Cascade Collegiate Conference has announced that junior Erin Hikiji has been named the 2024-25 Cascade Collegiate Conference Women's Wrestler of the Year.

Hikiji, a Mililani, Hawaii, native not only secured another conference crown but also claimed her first Individual National Championship Title at 103 in her latest postseason run.

Throughout the National Championships, Hikiji dominated her competition, outscoring opponents 39-2, including a pin. She defeated #5 Judy Sandoval 10-0 in the semifinals before outscoring #3 Alexis Miller with an 8-2 decision in the NAIA National Championship match.

Hikiji concluded the season with an impressive overall record of 29-1. She went undefeated against NAIA opponents including six pins, 21 tech falls, and she outscored opponents 218-10 this year. A notable highlight was being voted the Most Outstanding Wrestler of the North Central Collegiate Invitational by defeating the top NCAA wrestler.

Her accomplishments this season have been recognized through multiple accolades, including being named the CCC Wrestler of the Week twice and earning CCC Academic All-Conference honors.

A three-time NAIA All-American and three-time national finalist, Hikiji has consistently showcased her exceptional talent on the mat, with two CCC championship titles adding to her impressive career thus far.

In addition to her athletic achievements, Hikiji has been recognized as a two-time Academic All-American, underscoring her dedication to both academics and athletics.