1. Sportsmanship

 2. Aggressive, Hard Nosed Wrestling

 3. Don’t just WIN, DONIMATE

 4. Constant PRESSURE

 5. HEAVY HANDS

 6. Control the CENTER of the MAT

 7. Score on the EDGE

 8. Score with SHORT TIME

 9. End EACH PERIOD on TOP

10. Get BETTER every match

11. Control the TEMPO, Control the TIE

12. Always a “Point Behind”

13. OWN the MAT

14. MEAN but NOT DIRTY

15. Practice HARD so Matches are EASY

16. Finish STRONG….LOOK for the PIN

17. Champion’s Attitude… It’s NOT who do you have but WHO HAS YOU

18. Wrestling is a LIFESTYLE NOT a sport

 

Wrestling can be relatively demanding, not only for the wrestler, but also for the parent and family.  Wrestling clubs typically hold practice sessions two, and sometimes three times per week, in the evening.

Some tournaments are a good distance from home, and usually require an early start. There are other responsibilities as well, ranging from helping with tournaments to participating in other team activities. The parent's role, however, extends beyond such tasks. Matches and practice sessions offer new and unique learning opportunities for young athletes. Involved parents spot these opportunities and make the most of them.

If you are new to wrestling, Bill Campbell of USA Wrestling has written a very good Youth Guide to Wrestling.  This booklet addresses many questions and does a good job of explaining the benefits of wrestling.