High school wrestling rules illustrations updated november 20. Points of emphasis at the end of select lessons you will need to successfully complete the quiz before you can continue to the next lesson. It contains a wealth of information, is well written and has a satisfactory depth of details on the sport in theory and practice. National federation of state high school associations wrestling. Certified minimum weight using body fat composition is required. High school wrestling rules changes focused on changes in the definition of bad time and advancement of wrestlers in the consolation bracket. Usa wrestling bronze level clinic april 12, 20 usaw flyer link both nights are mandatory. This webinar will provide comprehensive coaching education for wrestling coaches committed to expanding their knowledge in the art and science of coaching wrestling. This type of wrestling is often referred to as folkstyle wrestling. It is not strictly an appeal play, but covered under rule 1014, if there is reasonable doubt about some decision being in conflict with the rules, the coach or captain may ask that the correct ruling be made.
I am a level 3 khsaa kentucky high school athletic association wrestling referee. This presentation is intended for officials, coaches and fans as a tool to better view the illustrations found in the rules book. To make the major decisions in the show title matches, ppv card. This rule proposal reinforces the importance of how wrestlers should be. Differences in ncaa and nfhs rules a brief summary. Eric russo green ankle band, wrestler, fauquier high school ms.
High school associations 20172018 nfhs wrestling rules powerpoint b. Nfhs wrestling rules changes rule change uniforms rule 411ac. Gilgamesh engages in a form of belt wrestling with enkidu in the epic of gilgamesh written around 2000 bc about a king of sumer who lived around 2800 to 2600 bc. Wrestling is continuing, as allowed by current rule, and points for escapes, reversals, etc. The illustrations do not cover every situation, but they are common situations that referees should recognize. Wrestling headquarters and be followed by the guidelines sent to the mat producers. Nov 09, 2015 compilation of the illegal holdsmoves from the national federation of high school wrestling rule book.
The official manual for high school wrestling with information concerning wrestling regulations and management of matches and tournaments. The onestop source for fhsaa registered officials, the fhsaa officials guidebook contains all regulations pertaining to the fhsaa contest officials program, including registration guidelines and procedures, sanctioning of local officials associations, uniform requirements, fee scales, etc. Belt wrestling is a form of wrestling that is one of the oldest historically recorded sports. If wrestling is continuing during a match, then nearfall and falls should be awardedearned with no deference to the out of bounds line.
Needless to say, there are many differences, and both codes are. The state of high school wrestling the nfhs wrestling rules committee is very concerned about the participation decline in high school wrestling. Wrestling 201920 wrestling manual kansas state high. See pairings for school placements in divisions wrestling policies weight management program the weight management program will be as stated in rule 1, section 5 of the nfhs wrestling rule book. Wrestling 201920 wrestling manual kansas state high school.
Changes to rules 511 and 1029 were recommended by the national federation of state high school associations nfhs wrestling rules committee at its april 1416 meeting in indianapolis. The referee supervises weighins, he start and ends each period, awards points, issues warnings, and at the end of each match, he declares the winner. The new york state wrestling interpretation handbook was developed in 1977 when. In grecoroman wrestling, it is strictly forbidden to grasp the opponent below the belt line, or to trip. National federation of state high school associations. Modified instant replay headline 202021 high school ice hockey rules changes. Compression shorts or shorts designed for wrestling shall not have exposed drawstrings, belt loops, zippers, snaps, buttons, or pockets. Except as may be specifically noted in this rules book, the nfhs makes no. A cdrom of the piaa handbook is available to order annually at the beginning of each school year. Below is a listing of the e books currently available for purchase. Ben is a senior and his three best friends wrestling at, 5, and 140, respectivelystand squarely in the way of his wrestling dreams. Is able to change the current rules or to add others. Nf rule changes wvmat the west virginia wrestling page. Wrestling rules changes 201920 by nfhs on september 10, 2019 wrestling.
Aia sports at all levels are cancelled for the remainder of the school year. In freestyle wrestling, however, it is permissible to grasp the legs of the opponent, to trip him and to use the legs actively to perform any action. The piaa handbook contains information regarding the piaa constitution and bylaws, policies and procedures, rules and regulations, sports medicine guidelines, and forms. There isnt much of that to go around in sturbridge. Wrestling, like all other sports, obeys rules that constitute the rules of the game and define its practice, the aim of which is to pin the opponent or to win on points. You will need to work on your strength, agility, and endurance, as well as maintain a positive mindset.
The purpose is to help educate high school wrestling referees, wrestlers and coaches on safe. Research identifies bone growth and muscular development as two very important developmental issues that should play a pivotal role in how the scholastic wrestling referee should evaluate every wrestling match. Beach wrestling, pankration, belt wrestling, and traditional wrestling are subject to. The competitors uniform for belt wrestling athletes consists of. Elliot hopkins, mld, caa director of sports, sanctioning and student services. This book is a fantastic resource for the modern wrestlergrappling martial artist. It involves contestants aiming to knock each other over by grappling with a belt. Illinois wrestler inspires others in comeback from injury. All contestants shall weighin wearing a suitable undergarment that completely covers the. To make sure the wwe is the most powerful and best wrestling company on the market today. Upcoming flag football advisory committee meeting to be conducted via zoom.
Schools will still have the opportunity to protest a contest in accordance with southern section rules 1110 and 1111, as they pertain to the use of ineligible players, or violations of any cifss rule, in connection with the contest. Gardner, publisher theresia wynns, editor nfhs publications to maintain the sound traditions of this sport, encourage sportsmanship and minimize the inherent risk of injury, the national federation of state high school associations writes playing rules for varsity competition among. Dinwiddie proud asked for a list of differences between nfhs and ncaa rules. Sportsmanshiptogether we make the right call zero tolerance regarding profanityinappropriate language.
Ben is a senior and his three best friendswrestling at, 5, and 140, respectivelystand squarely in the way of his wrestling dreams. Wwe rule book steph o mac rules day of reckoning website. School team district sample school a 1653 1 school b 1653 2 host 20172018 school c 1653 3. I found a document that is a summary, and its an 11 page word document in 12 pt type. State high school associations membership 50 member state associations and d. Clarity provided to outofbounds calls in high school wrestling. High school wrestling rules part 12 stalling youtube. Wrestling ranks seventh in popularity among boys at the high school level with 250,653.
Any other undergarment worn under the onepiece singlet which extends beyond the inseam shall be. Becoming a better high school wrestler is not easy, but it is possible with hard work. You represent foard high school, and the members of this program who are counting on you to be at practices, matches, and tournaments. Inspiring individuals, encouraging excellence through education based athletics. Bad time was clarified to include the situations where the wrong wrestler was given choice of. Sheri bazemore for the use of her photography equipment sources. Review the wrestling section in the 201718 wiaa handbook. Some photosillustrations are from the national federation of high school association nfhs officiating wrestling methods course as part of the nfhs officials education program with the american sport. The online version of the piaa handbook may be more current than the. A suitable undergarment, which completely covers the buttocks and groin area, shall be worn under a onepiece singlet. Women wrestling follows the rules of freestyle wrestling, forbidding however the double nelsons. In wrestling you will want to flip your hips from a pointing down to the mat to pointing up to the ceiling and vice versa.
Each wrestler must be within 3 pounds of the weight class in which he will compete in order to eliminate for that weight class. This type of wrestling is often referred to as scholastic wrestling. If you roll over you will be moving laterally in relation to your opponent and will probably get out of a good offensivedefensive position in doing so. National sport committee goverance and administration a. State tournament wrestling pairings utah high school. All contestants shall weighin wearing a suitable undergarment that completely covers the buttocks and the groin area. Federation wrestling rule book with them for all playoff contests. The rules for freestyle and grecoroman wrestling, as is done in the olympics and internationally, are a little different. Nfhs reaches more than 19,000 high schools and 12 million participants in high school activity programs, including more than 7. Rules books and case books available as ebooks nfhs. The high school and junior high wrestlers are still emerging in their physical, mental, and psychological growth.
Michigan will continue to use the traditional weight classes of 103, 112, 119, 125, 5, 140, 145, 152, 160. The amazon versions can be downloaded and used on apple or android devices with the kindle app. This is a north carolina high school athletic association nchsaa varsity sport, and the commitment to this program needs to be of the highest level. These rules apply to the type of wrestling done in the united states in college, high school, junior high, middle school, and most youth wrestling. Article 5 the uniform to compete at united world wrestling events, athletes of all age categories must comply with the uww uniform rules for the style. Grecoroman and freestyle wrestling basically differ as follows. His decisions, which are based upon the national federation high school wrestling rules book, are final. Compilation of the illegal holdsmoves from the national federation of high school wrestling rule book. All wrestlers must be on time for school the day of a match and the day after a match unless you have school approval or an appropriate excuse.