Galagore Posted February 6, 2013 Share Posted February 6, 2013 There is one angle that really bothers me, no matter which side you are on for either of these issues...I am concerned very much when people use the argument, "Because (fill in the blank round of wrestling) is so exciting." Should we really be making our decisions about wrestle backs or anything else based on what is the most exciting? That does not seem like the best basis for decision making to me... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fabio Jr. Posted February 6, 2013 Share Posted February 6, 2013 yes we should.... thats why i ask for your support to add machetes to the mix...also all the Ticket Round matches should be Losers Leave Town Matches...talk about exciting Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wrestling Scholar Posted February 6, 2013 Share Posted February 6, 2013 There is one angle that really bothers me, no matter which side you are on for either of these issues...I am concerned very much when people use the argument, "Because (fill in the blank round of wrestling) is so exciting." Should we really be making our decisions about wrestle backs or anything else based on what is the most exciting? That does not seem like the best basis for decision making to me... I agree that is a weak argument, "because its so exciting". In both formats, you have a ticket round. In the current format its the first round, in the wrestlebacks its the consolation semi-finals. Both rounds are equally exciting. One exception to the wrestelback format, you're more likely to have the two deserving/skilled wrestlers in the match. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bash513 Posted February 6, 2013 Share Posted February 6, 2013 There is one angle that really bothers me, no matter which side you are on for either of these issues...I am concerned very much when people use the argument, "Because (fill in the blank round of wrestling) is so exciting." Should we really be making our decisions about wrestle backs or anything else based on what is the most exciting? That does not seem like the best basis for decision making to me... Depends on what your goal is. Do you want to make the sport popular with casual fans. I think you can argue that these win or go home rounds can help attract new fans to the sport. If your goal is to get the best possible athletes to state, given geographic restrictions, and determine the top 8 or 16 wrestlers, then throw "exciting" out the window. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RegionRoyalty Posted February 6, 2013 Share Posted February 6, 2013 I am all in favor of full wrestlebacks at all levels to determine who moves on.. However, I think that if we were ever to get said wrestlebacks, all the matches should be 2-2-2. With matches such as the consolation semis (what would be the new ticket round) having added importance, I just don't think 5 minutes is enough to decide a winner. In college, all matches regardless of winners side or losers side are 3-2-2 and I've never understood why high school does the 1-2-2 consolations. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1oldwrestler Posted February 6, 2013 Share Posted February 6, 2013 I am all in favor of full wrestlebacks at all levels to determine who moves on.. However, I think that if we were ever to get said wrestlebacks, all the matches should be 2-2-2. With matches such as the consolation semis (what would be the new ticket round) having added importance, I just don't think 5 minutes is enough to decide a winner. In college, all matches regardless of winners side or losers side are 3-2-2 and I've never understood why high school does the 1-2-2 consolations. Don't disagree at all but the logic is it makes the tourney run faster. If we ever get wrestlebacks I'll gladly leave the 1-2-2 format in place. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Drooke Posted February 6, 2013 Share Posted February 6, 2013 What are everyone's thoughts on shaking the opposing coaches hands after a match? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Y2CJ41 Posted February 6, 2013 Share Posted February 6, 2013 What are everyone's thoughts on shaking the opposing coaches hands after a match? check the sportsmanship thread...... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Galagore Posted February 6, 2013 Author Share Posted February 6, 2013 What are everyone's thoughts on shaking the opposing coaches hands after a match? Oh, that definitely makes things more exciting. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Y2CJ41 Posted February 6, 2013 Share Posted February 6, 2013 Oh, that definitely makes things more exciting. I always anticipate the hand shaking segment of wrestling because you never know if it will be a first bump, good firm shake or a hand slap. The hair on the back of my neck ALWAYS stands up during that portion of the match. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KarlHungus Posted February 6, 2013 Share Posted February 6, 2013 I always anticipate the hand shaking segment of wrestling because you never know if it will be a first bump, good firm shake or a hand slap. The hair on the back of my neck ALWAYS stands up during that portion of the match. The Culver staff has perfected the hand shake known as the slippery eel. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Drooke Posted February 6, 2013 Share Posted February 6, 2013 Oh, that definitely makes things more exciting. Especially when they decide to go with the fist bump with that explosion thing afterwards... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Galagore Posted February 6, 2013 Author Share Posted February 6, 2013 Especially when they decide to go with the fist bump with that explosion thing afterwards... Stop it, you're killing me. I was excited for Saturday before but now....now I am tingling with anticipation.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mat Stat Posted February 6, 2013 Share Posted February 6, 2013 Especially when they decide to go with the fist bump with that explosion thing afterwards... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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