Wrestling needs a makeover! Let’s face it. Wrestling is the greatest sport on the planet, but the average person will not attend a wrestling event. This sport builds so many good characters, such a work ethic, perseverance, integrity, etc… but … Continue reading →
The mental aspect is a big part of wrestling training. Most wrestling matches are won OR lost before the match ever started. Don’t get me wrong… a wrestling match can go either way, but the wrestler who is not afraid and told himself he will win is the one that usually wins the match. Let’s discuss the mental aspect of winning and losing in wrestling.
Continue reading →Folkstyle wrestling needs add a push out rule. If folkstyle had a pushout rule, I think coaches and wrestlers would change their wrestling training to create more action. This would reduce stalling calls from the neutral position. I believe this rule makes the sport of wrestling more exciting. Let’s discuss advantages of enforcing the push out rule for folkstyle(collegiate) wrestling.
Continue reading →The single leg is one of the most common take downs used in folk style wrestling. I see a lot of wrestlers who shoot a single leg, but don’t score the takedown because his opponent defended the attack. This is … Continue reading →
Wrestling unfolds as a strategic chess match, requiring mental acuity and adept decision-making. In a recent bout I observed, the tide of victory dramatically shifted. A skilled wrestler, leading 4-0 with only 30 seconds remaining. He was riding his opponent … Continue reading →
Last night I watched two wrestlers get pinned with a half nelson. Both of these kids were turned to their back with a half nelson when they were on their belly. In my opinion a wrestler should never get pinned … Continue reading →
A wrestling headlock catches a lot of wrestlers off guard. Let’s learn how a wrestler can defend a headlock. I have witnessed numerous veteran wrestlers get thrown in a wrestling headlock. In my opinion, a wrestler should never get thrown in … Continue reading →
Weight loss shouldn’t be forced on youngsters. This last weekend, my son attended the USJOC wrestling tournament. During weigh in, there were probably 30 kids running around the arena trying to make weight. After being involved in wrestling for a long time, I know that this is normal for national tournaments. Read my opinion on why you shouldn’t force your kid to cut weight.
Continue reading →Did you know most wrestlers will lose more than they win when they first start wrestling? Losing is a natural part of wrestling. If your child sticks with wrestling and focuses on small improvements over time, then your child will … Continue reading →
WIN Magazine is the perfect Christmas gift for the wrestler, coach or fan on your holiday shopping list. It’s truly the gift that “keeps on giving” throughout the year. Here’s what you can expect next year in WIN: Who will … Continue reading →
