BEST REVIEWS 2024/2025 NFHS Wrestling Rules QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS GUARANTEED SUCCESS

BEST REVIEWS 2024/2025 NFHS Wrestling Rules QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS GUARANTEED SUCCESS 1 What is considered Stalling? 5-24-1 1) Not wrestling aggressively and working to improve position 2) Holding opponents heel to butt while broken down greater than 5 seconds (not counted out loud) 3) Repeatedly grasping/locking leg or legs of the opponent to prevent scoring and not used to break down the opponent 4) delaying match - no hustle, pushing or pulling opponent out, repeatedly adjusting equipment, or delaying assuming starting positions 5) Backing off the mat or playing the edge of the mat 2 When re -wrestling Bad Time, is a rest period given and if so how long? 6-6-2 1 minute rest before re -wrestling a full period. When amount of bad time can be determined, Ba d time is deleted and rewrestled without delay. 3 Is video recording and reviewing allowed during a match? 1-1-3 yes unless it is prohibited by the state (AIA) 4 When is the random draw used in an individual tournament? 1-3-4 May be used during the champio nship final round. 5 When is the random draw used in a duel meet or team tournament? 1-3-4 1) pulled preceding the weigh -in 2) sequence followed for the day 3) Each dual starts one weight class above the previous dual's. 6 At the start of a dual meet the t eam captains meet with the referee for the disk toss. Why? 1-2-3 1) to review sportsmanship 2) determine which team reports to the table first 3) determine who has chose at the start of the 2nd period 7 Can a wrestler wrestle in more than one weight class or back to back matches? 1-4-3&4 No wrestle can represent the school in more than one weight class. No wrestler shall wrestle consecutive matches without a 45 minute rest between them. 8 Can a wrestler accept a forfeit one weight class an wrestle in anothe r? 1-4-5 No 9 Can a wrestler wrestle in another weight class other than the one they weighed in for? 1-4-6 Yes, They can wrestle one weight class above the class their actual weight qualifies them for. 10 Can the referee make decisions related to the match by using video equipment? 3-1-9 No 11 What is the approved Wrestling Uniforms for male and female wrestlers? 4-1-1 1) 1 pc singlet with full length tights (and stirrups) or tight fitting undergarment that is solid colored and does not extend below the kne e. suitable undergarment must be worn that covers groin and buttocks. 2) Females with a singlet or form -fitted compression shirt shall wear a sports bra that completely covers their breast and minimizes the risk of exposure. 3) School issued compression sh orts or wrestling short. no belt loops, zippers, snaps buttons or pockets. 4) school issued compression shirt, min. 3 in tail, not extend below elbow 12 What is Fleeing the mat and what is the penalty? Going out of the wrestling area or forcing your opponent out to avoid an eminent scoring situation. This is a technical violation. It is not fleeing if near -fall or take down points have been earned. 13 If a wrestler has a non -communicable skin condition that could be questioned by the official, what is their options? 4-2-5 To get a written document from their doctor indicating the condition and locations. This doc will be valid all season. 14 If a suspected skin condition is found, what will be required for the wrestler to be able to wrestle? Are there any exceptions? 4-2-3 An official NFHS doc that has been completed by a dr. stating the spot/spots are not communicable. Doc must be done within the last 7 days. The exception is when an on site meet Health care professional over rules this document. 15 What is the rule for Braces? 4-2-6 Contestants must wear a tooth and mouth guard. All braces must be covered (upper and lower). Must protect and separate the biting surface. 16 What are the weight classes for Girls and Boys? How many classes are in each? 4-4-1 Girls (12 Weight classes) 100 - 107 - 114 - 120 - 126 - 132 - 138 - 145 - 152 - 165 - 185 - 235 Boys (14 weight classes) 106 - 113 - 120 - 126 - 132 - 138 - 144 - 150 - 157 - 165 - 175 - 190 - 215 - 285 17 During weigh ins: how many times may a conte stant step on and off of the scale? What is the appropriate attire? 4-5-3 1) 1st scale 2 times - other scales 1 time each 2) Singlet or tight fitted shirt and wrestling shorts with suitable undergarment that covers buttocks and groin (females - Breast too) , socks may be worn but can not be removed 18 What happens to the weigh classes when one team is competing in consecutive days? 4-5-5