McKendree beat Iowa this past weekend to win the inaugural NCAA Women’s Wrestling Championship. It was tight, just five points separating them, but what matters is that it happened. Women’s wrestling finally has an official NCAA title, and everything that…
Modern Gis, such as Elite Sports Jiu Jitsu Gi, are using advanced fabric types and materials to make them even better than ever before. They offer many benefits like anti microbial and moisture wicking properties. Elite Sports Gis are equipped…
Wrestling tournaments, especially the state tournament, test more than technique. They test energy management, focus, and the ability to reset quickly. The wrestlers who place are often the ones who manage the time between matches with discipline and a repeatable…
There is an assumption that wrestling is only for a certain type of kid. The tough ones. The loud ones. The naturally athletic ones. The reality is much simpler and much better than that. Wrestling is for everyone. Wrestling is…
If your kid just came home announcing they’ve joined the high school wrestling team, or their desire to wrestle, you might be feeling a mix of pride and panic. You’re not alone. Parents new to the sport often ask the…
The off-season is where champions are made. For high school wrestlers, the months before the first whistle are a crucial window to build strength, sharpen technique, and prepare mentally for the demands of competition. Stepping onto the mat in peak…
Spend a season on the side of a high school or youth wrestling mat, and you start noticing the small details, the way wrestlers tape their fingers, how they warm up, and increasingly, what they’re wearing under their singlets. Rash…
Wrestling is brutal. Your child will step onto that mat alone, give everything they have, and sometimes—often—they’ll walk off defeated. As a wrestling parent, those moments can feel just as crushing for you as they do for your wrestler. But…
Here are some of the most highly-regarded true freshmen from the Class of 2024 who are expected to make an immediate impact in the 2024-2025 NCAA wrestling season, based on national rankings and early projections: Important Considerations:
