How Do You Weigh In High School Wrestlers?
There are more than 250,000 high school males who participate in wrestling each year, making it the sixth most popular male high school sport, according to the National Federation of State High School Associations. Weight is a concern for most wrestlers since many have to lower their weight prior to a match to wrestle in a specific weight class. Rules have been developed to prevent unhealthy or drastic weight loss. It is the responsibility of wrestling coaches and officials to know these rules and how to weigh in high school wrestlers. Find a person approved for weigh-in and assessments. Teams weigh in their wrestlers at the beginning of the season prior to any match or tournament. Only individuals approved by the state’s high school activities association are allowed to perform the assessments. Approval is generally granted to doctors and nurses. It is the responsibility of the coach to find an appropriate person for the initial weigh-in and assessment. Create an Alpha-male roster. Pl
