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When Does Wrestling Season Start For Middle School/ High School?
If your child is new to wrestling, one of the first questions you may ask is, “When does the season actually start?” Like many sports, wrestling follows a structured season that varies slightly by age group, location, and whether your child is part of a school team or a local club.
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What Should My Child Wear to Wrestling Practice?
A Simple Guide for New Wrestling Families If your child is just getting started in wrestling, you might be wondering: What exactly should...
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How Do Wrestling Tournaments Work?
If you’re new to wrestling, the idea of entering your child in a tournament might sound a little overwhelming. You’re probably wondering: How long do they last? What do the brackets mean? How does a wrestler win? And what do I need to do as a parent to help?
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The Duck-Under Takedown: A Guide for Beginners and Parents
Introduction The duck-under is a wrestling takedown that involves literally ducking under your opponent’s arm and slipping behind them...
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Sep 21, 202512 min read


Fireman’s Carry Wrestling Takedown: A Beginner’s Guide
A coach demonstrates a Fireman’s Carry (kata guruma) throw, lifting the opponent onto his shoulders. The Fireman’s Carry is a classic...
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Sep 21, 202519 min read


High Crotch (Head-on-the-Outside Single Leg) Takedown Guide for Beginners & Parents
Introduction to the High Crotch Takedown The high crotch (often called a “hi-C” or head-outside single leg) is a takedown where you...
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Sep 21, 202523 min read


The Rise of Women’s Amateur Wrestling: Safety, Training, and Opportunities for Girls
Women’s amateur wrestling has rapidly emerged as one of the fastest-growing sports worldwide. Once excluded from organized competition, girls and women now compete at youth, high school, collegiate, and international levels. According to the National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS), girls’ wrestling is the fastest-growing high school sport in the United States, with participation doubling nearly every five years since the early 2000s.
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Sep 7, 20255 min read


Youth Wrestling in the United States: Safety, Training, and Development
Folkstyle wrestling in the United States begins at the youth level, where millions of children step onto the mat every year before they ever reach high school. According to The Wrestling Drill Book by William Welker (Human Kinetics, 2012), youth participation forms the backbone of the sport’s growth and ensures the technical traditions of wrestling continue across generations. With the right balance of safety, training, and parental guidance, youth wrestling builds not only a
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Sep 5, 20255 min read


Amateur Wrestling: The Complete Guide for Parents, Athletes, and Coaches
Amateur wrestling is one of the oldest and most respected sports in the world. Practiced in schools, colleges, clubs, and Olympic arenas, it combines strength, speed, discipline, and mental toughness. For new parents, first-time wrestlers, and coaches building programs, understanding the basics of amateur wrestling is essential.
This guide explains the fundamentals of the sport, its rules and styles, the benefits of wrestling for youth development, and best practices for saf
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Sep 4, 20254 min read


Essential Wrestling Drills Every Wrestler Should Practice
When it comes to wrestling, there’s no shortcut to mastery. Champions are built on the mat, rep after rep, drilling the fundamentals until they become second nature. Whether your child is just starting youth wrestling or chasing titles in high school and college, repetition and drilling are the foundation of wrestling development.
This guide breaks down the most essential drills every wrestler should practice, explains how they grow with athletes over time, and gives parents
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Sep 3, 20255 min read


NFHS Rule Change: New In-Bounds Standard for the 2024–25 Wrestling Season
Wrestling is a sport built on action and flow, but for years, matches sometimes stalled when wrestlers got close to the edge of the mat. Beginning with the 2024–25 season, the National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS) has updated the in-bounds rule to keep the action moving.
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Sep 2, 20254 min read


Parent Toolkit: Safe Practices in Wrestling
Wrestling is one of the oldest and toughest sports in the world, but it’s also one of the safest when practiced correctly. For new parents, the key is knowing what to watch for, what gear to invest in, and how to build healthy habits that protect kids on and off the mat.
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Sep 2, 20255 min read


Why Wrestling Is Great for Kids: Physical and Emotional Development Benefits
Through wrestling, children cultivate physical strength, mental resilience, and social awareness—all wrapped into a structured, disciplined, and engaging activity. Whether they're just learning basic stances or grappling in competitions, the mat becomes a classroom for building character.
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Aug 10, 20256 min read


Beginner's Guide to Wrestling Shoes: What Kind to Choose (and Why)
If you're a new wrestler stepping onto the mat, your choice of wrestling shoes can significantly influence your performance, comfort,...
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Aug 9, 20254 min read


When Does Wrestling Season Start For Middle School/ High School?
If your child is new to wrestling, one of the first questions you may ask is, “When does the season actually start?” Like many sports, wrestling follows a structured season that varies slightly by age group, location, and whether your child is part of a school team or a local club.
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Aug 2, 20256 min read


Wrestling and Dead Legs
Hey wrestling parents! If your wrestler has ever come off the mat complaining that their legs feel "dead," drained, or too tired to move,...
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Jul 29, 20254 min read


What Should My Child Wear to Wrestling Practice?
A Simple Guide for New Wrestling Families If your child is just getting started in wrestling, you might be wondering: What exactly should...
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Jul 29, 20253 min read


How Do Wrestling Tournaments Work?
If you’re new to wrestling, the idea of entering your child in a tournament might sound a little overwhelming. You’re probably wondering: How long do they last? What do the brackets mean? How does a wrestler win? And what do I need to do as a parent to help?
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Jul 27, 20253 min read


How Do Wrestling Weight Classes Work for Youth Wrestlers?
f you’re a parent new to the world of youth wrestling, one of the first things you might hear at practice or tournaments is talk about “weight classes.” While this can sound intimidating, it’s actually a system designed to make wrestling fair and safe. But how does it work—and how does your child fit in?
Let’s break it down in simple, straightforward terms.
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Jul 27, 20253 min read


Ben Askren: From Olympic Mat Legend to Fighting for His Life...and Winning
Ben Askren’s life has always been defined by fierce competition, grit, and a relentless spirit. From dominating at the University of Missouri in folkstyle wrestling to becoming a world champion in Bellator, ONE Championship, and competing in the UFC and Olympics, Ben’s athletic legacy is undeniable His signature style, wrestling with control, pace, and unyielding pressure, earned him respect across combat sports.
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Jul 27, 20252 min read


Understanding the difference: Cutting Weight and Dieting
If you're a parent stepping into the world of wrestling for the first time, the conversation around weight can be confusing, sometimes even concerning. Wrestlers, more than athletes in most sports, tend to talk a lot about weight. But not all weight loss is created equal. In wrestling, there’s a big difference between dieting, losing weight, and cutting weight, and understanding each one can help you support your child safely and effectively.
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Jul 27, 20253 min read


What Gear Does My Child Need to Start Wrestling?
If your child is beginning their wrestling journey, you might be wondering, “What do they actually need to get started?” Wrestling may look intense, but the good news is—it doesn’t require a lot of expensive equipment. Compared to many sports, wrestling is relatively low-cost.
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Jul 26, 20253 min read


How Does a Parent Get Their Kid Started in Wrestling?
Wrestling is one of the oldest and most rewarding sports a young athlete can pursue. It builds confidence, character, toughness, and humility all in one. But if you’re a parent who didn’t grow up around the sport, the idea of getting your child started in wrestling can seem a little overwhelming. Don’t worry, you don’t need to know how to do a double leg takedown to help your kid begin their wrestling journey.
Here’s what you need to know to get started, step by step.
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Jul 26, 20253 min read
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