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  1. Cosgrove

    What do we do about it?

    We coach and watch our wrestlers kick ass hoping to go onto the next level to wrestle in college and maybe a few go and try making the U.S. world team and Olympics Indiana wrestling has not gone down at all
    4 points
  2. The Major Gen Leftenant concurs with this post.
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  4. I agree with the majority of your post. But, I do, however, know from simple observation, anecdotal as it may be, kids and parents do get humiliated and upset. We've all seen blow-ups at youth tourneys; getting tossed around by another human being is a pretty personal thing. And, not every parent grew up as a wrestler or even an athlete; nor do they all have the "fight through it" mental model. Having that life experience is good thing, and I am absolutely on point with you, but the gist here was about about retention and keeping them around so they learn that focus. I certainly know every kid has to go through it, all I am saying is when it happens they need more attention and awareness than the better or more experienced kids. And it doesn't always happen. And, retention in any context is built one person at a time. As an example, we both watch and admire coach Red and his remarkable energy. That guy makes it a point to get around to every kid in that room every single day (and nearly every drill or go). Every one of them gets a personal conversation and a little of his "love." He's a great example of what I mean.
    1 point
  5. Mattyb

    What do we do about it?

    This may seem dumb... but, put a decent sound system in the room and let the kids play their music during practice (no matter how bad you think it is). It’s a little thing, but I swear it will keep kids out. Also... have a fellowship talk once a week. Give the kids a good story and / or share something that will inspire them. Let the kids chime in and share feelings. Knowing that others feel the same, and are going through the same things helps to grow a brotherhood. That bond keeps kids around. Anything to make kids actually enjoy being at practice.
    1 point
  6. Y2CJ41

    What do we do about it?

    Duals are great and I am glad the IHSAA mandated six duals for teams. However there comes a caveat, it's GOOD duals, duals that are rivalries or meaningful go a long way to attracting casual fans. Not nearly as many people will go see Brownsburg vs. Danville or a school they will beat by 60+. The key with duals is make it special, we have said it before DJ's, make it a favorite teacher night, throw out t-shirts, etc. If it's cool to go to, more casual fans including students will show up.
    1 point
  7. Y2CJ41

    What do we do about it?

    Youth wrestling has something like a 53% retention rate. Even though our membership numbers are rather equal from year to year, we have to replace almost half of the kids from year to year. Here is the report with the retention rates http://content.themat.com/2016-17annualreport.pdf
    1 point
  8. Caleb Spires

    Flo 2023 Big Board

    Flowrestling just released its top 50 for the 2023 class, and we have three Indiana freshman present. 19. Christian Carroll - Penn(160) 35. Cody Goodwin - Crown Point(135?) 45. Duke Myers - Bellmont(132)
    1 point
  9. 19 years providing wrestling uniforms to Indiana High Schools and this is Our lowest price ever on Brute Singlets! Only $52 each from now until Sept 10th. if your gonna buy new Singlets this year, this is the deal for you. Brute is one of the original “wrestling” manufacturers. They have great quality and one of the quickest lead times in the industry. Made in the USA!! Top of the line quality at the price of the imported product lines. -6 pc minimum order. email eisports@sigecom.net for more info!
    1 point
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