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Wrestling season is here in Texas, and you’ve signed up your young athlete for their first youth wrestling tournament. Whether it’s a youth wrestling tournament near me in a local Austin high school gym or a big event across the state, the excitement (and nerves) are likely running high. As a parent, one of the first youth wrestling tournament tips is simple: be prepared.

Move: Head-Inside Single-Leg Takedown A single-leg takedown (or “single leg shot”) is a fundamental wrestling move where you capture one of your opponent’s legs and drive them to the mat ( evolve-mma.com ) . This version is a head-inside single leg, meaning your head remains on the inside of your opponent’s body (safer for beginners ( evolve-mma.com ). The move relies on a strong penetration step and proper body positioning to off-balance your opponent and finish the takedown. Goal: Drive...

MOVE: Single-Leg Shot (Head Inside) GOAL: Attack one leg while keeping balance, posture, and safety, so your child can finish clean without getting sprawled on or hurting their neck. BEST TIME TO USE: When the opponent’s weight is on their lead foot and their heel is in front of their knee (toes loaded, not sitting back). PREREQS: Proper wrestling stance Ability to level change (bend knees, not waist) Understanding of basic penetration step SAFETY: Neck stays straight (no bending or...