Coach McCormick

I certainly don't mean to open up a can of worms on this topic, or hi-jack the original intent of this thread, but I feel compelled to offer my opinion on this topic. I have

long been a proponent of class wrestling. It works beautifully in many other states across our nation and offers magnificent opportunities for kids and teams from

all size schools and communities (that they likely may not have the opportunity to experience in a single class system). The notion and need for some form of class wrestling

in Indiana becomes glaringly evident if you were in attendance at the Classed Team State Duals event. Teams/Schools of all sizes afforded the opportunity to compete within

divisions with schools their own size with similar enrollments, similar size coaching staffs, and similar school resources to name a few "pro-class" characteristics.

I don't know that we can put our finger on hard statistics, but I have enjoyed a number of conversations that I have had with coaches and fans from primarily the middle and

small classes regarding the Classed Team State Duals. One coach I spoke with said, "our team numbers are up because our kids want to come back each year and shoot to win the

Team State Duals. They are actually out recruiting friends to come and join the program on our quest to compete and win at the Team State Duals." Another coach noted that the Classed Team State Duals was THE pinnacle event of the season for their team. It's neat to see the teams (from all of the classes) who bought event-specific gear just for

the Classed Team State Duals tournament.

As noted in another thread, the fan base for this event is growing. I couldn't help but notice Prairie Heights' fan section when they sealed their championship

yesterday. The roar from their large fan base made everyone's head turn. I realize many people have their varying opinion on the need for classed wrestling in Indiana,

but I think the Classed Team State Duals event is a pretty good indication of what is right and best for ALL wrestling programs in the state.

Thank you to all of the schools who participated in yesterday's event and thank you to the fans who made the trip to Ft. Wayne to support your teams.

Coach McCormick

navy80 - I am not familiar with this venue in Terre Haute. How many mats do you think the floor would hold (along with team seating)? Could 12 mats be put down in your

opinion?

All very good concerns and suggestions. This event offers some unique hurdles that large "individual" type tournaments don't. Some of the items below are

certainly pointing out the obvious while other constraints have to be negotiated by the event organizers. As one person pointed out, the event is dealing with "growing

pains" which, from the event organizers' perspective, is a good thing (as opposed to hosting an event that no one cares about), but we do know this causes inconveniences

for teams and fans along the way. Do know that we make every attempt each year to address issues/concerns; plan for growth; and meet the teams' needs.

* This event is unique because a balance has to be struck between fan seating and floor space for mats. Most arenas are good for fan seating but can't hold the

required number of mats. As already noted in an earlier post, we know we could put down 12 mats in some form and fashion in a large high school (but seating is limited)

We have tossed around in previous years going to a "multiple gym/site" format (which spreads the teams and fans out). Most feedback we get though is that fans, in

general, want to be able to watch all 3 classes in one venue versus having to walk to another gym or drive a mile to another building. The Indy Convention

Center was way out of our price range when we checked into it last year. We will certainly check again, but it is doubtful we could afford it.

* I think most people recognize that we try to schedule around current holiday tournaments to the best of our ability, but it is challenging to say the least. We are

tip toeing around 1)current holiday tournaments 2)Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and New Year's and 3) facility availability. The Ft. Wayne Coliseum hosts many,

many events of all kinds year round. It is next to impossible to simply say "we want THIS date" because it is likely that the facility has already been booked.

We were lucky this year that it was available on the date we were looking at. Next year will be quite tricky. Christmas Eve is on Saturday, Dec. 24 and

New Year's Eve will be on the next Saturday (Dec. 31).

* I, like others, am disappointed in how Ball State and the Coliseum handles their restroom and concessions. On multiple occasions, I specifically pointed out these

areas to both institutions. They grin, nod and say "we will have all of that covered." Then when our event and crowd hits, they seem to be overwhelmed and

ill-prepared. The IHSWCA makes no revenue off of their concessions, but we feel that these facilities should be prepared to service our crowd (but they

don't seem to be).

* We modeled this year's mat arrangement off of the Mat Mayhem from last year. If we would go back to Ft. Wayne next year, we would certainly attempt to make adjustments.

We, and the Coliseum, think we could pull it off. To my understanding, they didn't "pull out the bleachers more" this year because the Coliseum has many codes and public

safety features/distances that they must adhere to. But again, we think positive changes would be possible in that area.

We will certainly evaluate this year's event, take feedback and begin the planning process for next year's event. We think people do want to see this event happen. The

IHSWCA will do its best to research appropriate facilities, make adjustments and plan for a 5th annual event next season.

Coach McCormick

Event e-program may be accessed with the below link:

https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B2Ei3OwDm-lGS3RUVHlGTUdHY1E/view?usp=sharing

A big thank you to Jenni Smoker (Bremen HS) for producing this document.

Yorktown and Bloomington South will meet half way tomorrow night (Tuesday) at the University of Indianapolis for a dual meet.

Action is set to begin at 5:30pm.

Prairie Heights is an outstanding team.  They are well-coached and their kids wrestle hard.  Although we don't like being on the losing end of a dual meet score, it was a great dual that we were proud to be a part of.  Congratulations Prairie Heights wrestlers, coaches and fans and best of luck to you the rest of this season.

Coach McCormick

There certainly is much more to these IHSAA cases than what meets the eye.  The rules being followed are the IHSAA's rules (not Yorktown's rules).  The IHSAA held hearings where the affected parties could explain their situation and present their cases in a personal, face to face setting.  The IHSAA appointed "hearing committee" made their ruling on these cases.  Yorktown did not make the final ruling on these cases.

It certainly is easy to pass judgement from afar.  I can already see, and read, numerous errors, omissions, and false information that is being passed along for public judgment.   As most people are aware, there are always two sides to every story.

Friday - Saturday (Nov. 27-28)

2015 MT. VERNON TURKEY CLASSIC (Mt. Vernon HS - Posey Co.)

ROUND MAT I MAT II MAT III MAT IV OUT

1 DC-MV SS-YK PR-NA FP-EN EH

2 MV-EH NA-EN YK-FP SS-PR DC

3 MV-NA YK-EN SS-EH DC-FP PR

4 MV-PR EN-EH YK-DC NA-FP SS

5 FP-MV EH-NA DC-SS PR-YK EN

6 YK-MV DC-EN SS-NA PR-EH FP

7 FP-PR EH-DC EN-SS NA-YK MV

8 EN-MV PR-DC FP-SS EH-YK NA

9 MV-SS EH-FP EN-PR NA-DC YK

THE FIRST TEAM LISTED WILL BE THE “HOME” TEAM.

ROUNDS 1-4 WILL BE HELD ON FRIDAY. ROUNDS 5-9 WILL BE HELD ON SAT.

MATS I AND II WILL BE IN THE MAIN GYM. MATS III AND IV WILL BE IN THE AUXILIARY GYM.

MV= MT. VERNON EH= EV. HARRISON NA= NEW ALBANY

EN= EV. NORTH YK= YORKTOWN FP= FOREST PARK

SS= SOUTH SPENCER PR= PRINCETON DC= DAVIESS CO.

I want to congratulate each of these young men on their choice and decision to compete at the next level.  It's challenging enough in this day and age to simply be a college student...  add to that the rigors of being an NCAA athlete.  I have enjoyed watching all of these young men, including my son, develop over the past decade or so.  I remember watching each of them when they were just little guys on the mat, and now they are headed to college as solid men (who will represent IN well).  

For me, a father/coach, it is certainly bittersweet.  I am proud of my son, but Indiana wrestling is going to feel a little different for me next season.  I am looking forward to some road trips though to watch Cael and support his new team.

Best Wishes,

Coach McCormick

Go Army!

Need 1 more nice full size mat for Jan. 2 event.

See previous post for updated status.

We had our Hoosier Hustle 198 lb wrestler come up injured and will not be able to make the trip this weekend to PA.

If interested in wrestling this weekend with an Indiana travel team, please give me a call.

We have space in our vehicles to offer transportation and lodging is taken care of.

Team departs tomorrow morning at 8:00am from Yorktown.

Weigh-in tomorrow night at 6pm in York, PA

Wrestle 5 duals on Sunday and head back home to Indiana.

Columbus Day Duals --  will get to wrestle 5 east coast teams.

Hoosier Hustle has a pretty competitive team with 5 state qual./placers, 4 semi-state qualifiers, 3 very solid up-and-coming wrestlers and 2 very competitive freshmen (state placers last spring).

6 Indiana schools/clubs are represented on this travel team.  Will be a fun and productive day of wrestling this Sunday.

Participation on this club-based team falls within all IHSAA guidelines as this was verified with the IHSAA when planning the trip.

If interested, call me at 765-282-9136.

Thank you,

Coach McCormick

TEAM MIDWEST needs to fill 195 and 220 to round out a very competitive team for the Columbus Day Duals in York, PA (Oct. 11).

5 duals against very good competition. We will get to lock horns will 5 east coast teams. Transportation will be provided and the trip fee is $80.

The team currently has 3 state placers (2nd, 4th/6th and a 5th), 1 state qualifier, several semi-state qualifiers and 2 freshmen down low who were high placers at MS state this past spring.

This is a 2 day trip. Drive out Oct. 10 and weigh-in that evening; wrestle 5 duals on Sunday, Oct. 11; head back to Indiana after the event is over. Fairly quick trip.

Could use this event to tune-up for Michigan GFC, Preseason Nationals and/or Super 32.

If interested, please contact Coach McCormick at tmccormick@yorktown.k12.in.us or call/text at 765-282-9136.

2014 RESULTS COLUMBUS DAY RESULTS

High School "National" Results

1st Place - Iron Horse

2nd Place - Weaver Elite

3rd Place - Seagull

4th Place - Malvern

5th Place - KT Kidz

6th Place - Team Apache

6th Place - Contender Elite

8th Place - Iowa Style Gold

9th Place - Triumph

10th Place - Olympic

11th Place - Tyrant

12th Place - Eagle Riders

13th Place - Team Defiant

14th Place - Turks Head

15th Place - Spartan

16th Place - Relentless-Raiders

High School "American" Results

1st Place - RedNose

2nd Place - Team Northeast

3rd Place - Silverbacks

4th Place - Dark Knights

5th Place - Mayo Quanchi

6th Place - Iowa Style Black

7th Place - Beat the Streets NYC Red

8th Place - Beat the Streets NYC Blue

"Will the wrestlers still be able to wrestle with their high school teams during the season?"

Yes, this is a club sponsored team (i.e. - not sponsored by a high school) thereby following all IHSAA guidelines.

If you are interested in wrestling in a duals format event in mid-October, the YWC needs to fill 113, 182,195 and 220 (+ 3 lb allowance).

The event is scheduled for Sunday, October 11 in York, PA. Weigh-ins will take place the night before (with a 3 lb allowance).

Teams will wrestle 5 duals at the event. This event will have a mix of all-star, club and community based teams.

We are looking to fill the above weights with wrestlers with semi-state/state experience for this particular event.


If interested or have questions, please contact Coach McCormick at tmccormick@yorktown.k12.in.us

Still looking for 1 mat to make a total of 12 mats for the event.

Current commitments on mats:

Homestead - 1 mat

Garrett - 1 mat

IN Tech - 1 mat

Leo - 1 mat

Bellmont - 2 mats

Adams Central - 1 mat

Yorktown - 3 mats

New Haven - 1 mat

Mats need to be in pretty good shape for this event as it is a championship event.

We would also prefer 40x40 or 42x42 mats (i.e. - full size mats)

Thank you,

Trent

Semi-Finals:

- Yorktown 52 Sheboygan Falls 13

Finals:

- Yorktown 37 Luxemburg-Casco 18

The Finals match was an electric atmosphere as the Tigers and Spartans wrestled under the lights in a "bowl" type setting next to Lake Michigan at Milwaukee's Summerfest. The stands were full with local wrestling fans and Summerfest "passer-by's".

There were 9 matches in the finals that were decided by 4 points or less with 5 of those being one point matches or OT.

Luxemburg-Casco HS was very well coached. A mid-sized school east of Green Bay, WI with a storied wrestling history.

L-C's recent team state titles:

1992-D2, 1994-D2, 1996-D2, 1999-D2, 2001-D2, 2002-D2, 2003-D2, 2005-D2, 2006-D2, 2012-D2, 2013-D2

All-in-all it was a fun and productive trip to Wisconsin. The Tigers finish their summer duals campaign 18-0 in three different events (Yorktown, Mt. Vernon and Milwaukee)

Now it's time for a little R & R in July!

Coach McCormick

Yorktown will wrestle Sheboygan Falls at 5:30 tonight in semi's.

Luxembourg-Casco vs City Kids WC in other semi's

Pool wrestling begins tomorrow evening at the Milwaukee Summerfest wrestling duals.

A team must win their pool Thurs or Fri to make it into the championship bracket held Saturday evening at 5:30pm.

www.summerfest.com

TEAMS 

THURSDAY SESSION 1: (3pm) Cedarburg HS -   City Kids Wrestling Club -- Lake Geneva Badger HS -- Racine Horlick  

THURSDAY SESSION 2: (6pm)   Arrowhead HS -- Greenfield HS -- Martin Luther HS -- Yorktown HS Muncie, Indiana  

FRIDAY SESSION 1: (3pm) Beloit HS -- Kewaskum HS -- Two Rivers HS -- Luxemburg-Casco HS  

FRIDAY SESSION 2: (6pm) Sussex Hamilton HS -- Pewaukee HS -- Sheboygan Falls -- City Kids Wrestling Club

The Yorktown wrestling team would like to thank Coach Alcorn and the Mt. Vernon wrestling program for hosting their summer duals event over the past two days.  

Yorktown Team Results:

Yorktown     45     South Dearborn     15

Yorktown     42     Columbus East     18

Yorktown     57     Southmont       17

Yorktown     42     Blue Ridge (TN)    20

Yorktown     57     Adams Central    9

Yorktown     51     Union County (KY)    17

Yorktown     84     Brentwood (TN)    0

Yorktown     58     Mt. Vernon      18

Coach McCormick

Yorktown will be participating in an "outdoor" wrestling tournament in Milwaukee, WI on June 25 and 27.

This event is in conjunction with Milwaukee's annual Summerfest Music Festival (largest music festival in the country).

We need a 170 lb wrestler (+ 7 lbs).

Cannot be a graduate (i.e. - must be heading into 12th grade next year; or younger)

Cost would be minimal.

Will primarily be competing against Wisconsin high school teams.

- 3 duals on Thursday evening (pool play) outdoors (June 25)

- Team will have free day on Friday to enjoy Summerfest activities (June 26)

- 2 duals on Saturday afternoon (Finals) (June 27)

- Team will return home late Saturday evening, June 27

If interested, please contact Coach McCormick at tmccormick@yorktown.k12.in.us

Please provide the following information:

*  Name

* School you are from

* Grade you will be in next year

* What do you weigh?

* How far have you made it into the high school post-season during your high school career?

Thank you,

Coach McCormick

Round 1

- Col. East 51     Monrovia  15

- Men. Falls 40  South Dearborn  21

- Yorktown 74   Arsenal Tech  0

- Frank. Co. 45  Muncie Cen.  31

- Hamilton Hts 41  Carroll  22

- Westfield  39   Delta   26

Round 2

- Yorktown  49  South Dearborn  18

- Men. Falls 34  Monrovia  33

- Col. East 73  Arsenal Tech 0

- Hamilton Hts  37  Westfield  25

- Carroll  60    Muncie Cen. 15

- Frank. Co.  36  Delta  32

Round 3

- Yorktown 36  Columbus East 27

- Menom. Falls 69  Arsenal Tech  6

- Monrovia 41  South Dearborn  26

- Westfield 45  Franklin Co. 32

- Carroll  43  Delta  18

- Hamilton Hts  50  Muncie Cent. 15

Round 4

- Yorktown  50   Monrovia  21

- South Dearborn  56  Arsenal Tech  9

- Columbus East  50  Menomenee Falls  3

- Hamilton Hts  43   Delta 18

- Carroll  49  Franklin Co. 27

- Westfield  54  Muncie Central 18

Round 5

- Yorktown 50   Menomonee Falls  21

- Columbus East over South Dearborn

- Monrovia 41  Arsenal Tech 6

- Carroll  36   Westfield  30

- Delta  33  Muncie Central 31

- Hamilton Hts over Franklin Co.

Round 6 - Finals

1st/2nd - Yorktown 34  Hamilton Hts  24

3rd/4th - Columbus East 44  Carroll  13

5th/6th - Westfield  40  Menomonee Falls 24

7th/8th - Monrovia  60  Franklin Co. 15

9th/10th - South Dearborn 42  Delta  40

11th/12th - Muncie Central 50  Arsenal Tech 16

Round 1 – 9:30am

POOL A

Mat 1 – CE vs MO

Mat 2 – MF vs SD

Mat 5 – YO vs AT

POOL B

Mat 3 -  MC vs FC

Mat 4 – FWC vs HH

Mat 6 -  WF vs DE

Round 2

POOL A

Mat 1 – YO vs SD

Mat 2 – MF vs MO

Mat 5 – CE vs AT

POOL B

Mat 3 -  WF vs HH

Mat 4 – FWC vs MC

Mat 6 -  DE vs FC

Round 3

POOL A

Mat 1 – YO vs CE

Mat 2 – MF vs AT

Mat 5 – MO vs SD

POOL B

Mat 3 -  WF vs FC

Mat 4 – FWC vs DE

Mat 6 -  MC vs HH

Round 4

POOL A

Mat 1 – YO vs MO

Mat 2 – SD vs AT

Mat 5 -  CE vs MF

POOL B

Mat 3 -  DE vs HH

Mat 4 -  FWC vs FC

Mat 6 -  WF vs MC

Round 5

POOL A

Mat 1 – YO vs MF

Mat 2 – CE vs SD

Mat 5 -  AT vs MO

POOL B

Mat 3 -  WF vs FWC

Mat 4 – DE vs MC

Mat 6 -  FC vs HH

Round 6 – “FINALS” FOR 1^ST – 12^TH (Top 2 teams will win a set of t-shirts)

FINAL CROSSOVERS

Mat 1 – A1 vs B1

Mat 2 – A2 vs B2

Mat 5 – A5 vs B5

FINAL CROSSOVERS

Mat 3 – A3 vs B3

Mat 4 – A4 vs B4

Mat 6 -  A6 vs B6

The following teams are set to square off this weekend in some summer dual action at Yorktown's 2nd Annual Event.

Sunday, May 31

Weigh-ins set to begin at 8:30am with round 1 action starting at 9:30am on 6 mats.

Referees: Derrick Huntwork, Bobby Smith, Jim Hoover, Bart Welch, Tim Welch, Wade Wells and Frankie Medvescek.

POOL A:

1.YORKTOWN (YO)

2.ARSENAL TECH (AT)

3.MENOMONEE FALLS, WI (MF)

4.MONROVIA (MO)

5.COLUMBUS EAST (CE)

6. SOUTH DEARBORN (SD)

POOL B:         

1.WESTFIELD (WF)

2.DELTA (DE)

3.FW CARROLL (FWC)

4.MUNCIE CENTRAL (MC)

5.FRANKLIN COUNTY (FC)

6.HAMILTON HEIGHTS (HH)

I, too, would like to congratulate Coach Ratliff on his new position.  I think he will do a great job as an IHSWCA officer.

Best of Luck,

Trent

I cannot believe we are headed toward our 4th annual Classed Team State Duals event.  It seems like it was just yesterday that a group of people were kicking around the concept for this event.  For what it is worth, I am pleased with the growth that this event has gone through.  Most worthy ventures have experienced growing pains of some sort, and this event is no different.  Although there is an official IHSWCA board of directors roster, there are roughly 5 people who have done the lion's share of the "behind the scenes" planning and work for this event.  I do not say this to lay blame or capture a pat on the back;  it's just the reality of the situation.

Areas of Growth that have Occurred

*  24 to 36 teams (over a 3 year period)

*  Westfield HS to Ball State to FW Coliseum

          - It should be noted that Coach O'Neill and Westfield were integral in pulling this off in the first 2 yrs

*  1100 fans -- 1200 fans -- 1800 fans (yes, we added teams in year 3 but the event has shown growth in spectatorship)

With respect to the "Areas of Growth" and my comments above, the IHSWCA will have important decisions to make surrounding this event for the 2016-17 (5th annual) event.  We have been very fortunate to have the support of the ISWA and our top wrestling officials in pulling together on the actual day of the event each season.  We do appreciate the work done by many people during the weeks leading into the actual event, but I am not kidding though when I say that a small hand full of people work the other 11 months of the year in planning the event.  There is no doubt in my mind, as the planning committee chairman, that this event can grow by leaps and bounds over the next few years; BUT the IHSWCA will have to be careful that this event doesn't become too big of a creature to manage.

The IHSWCA does not host this event to make money.  It has been nice that we have had some monies left over each year after the bills are paid, but again, we have never made a decision for this event with the intent to profit from it.  With that being said, to take this event to a bigger venue and the "next level", there will no doubt need to be sponsorships secured.  We just haven't had to do that so far, so an emphasis (and a person) hasn't really been placed on garnering sponsorships (but that may need to change after next season).

Areas of consideration for future growth and/or solidifying the event

* Might be nice in the future for the participating teams to not have to pay an entry fee (currently, all of this money pays for the referees)

          - no participating team in the first 3 years has complained about this fee.  All of these coaches have been very supportive.

* There has been ample discussion on utilizing a larger facility.

          - We realize that Ft. Wayne will create a farther drive for the Evansville area schools.  With that said, the FW Coliseum simply fell into

               place for us for next season.

          - I agree with the post made that most all championship events we hold are in central Indiana.  It will be a positive to hold 1 of these

               events in a different part of the state.  Although a little inconvenient for a few teams, it should be an overall positive.

* Adding more teams?

          - This gets into the overall scope and objective of the event.  (i.e. - just trying to crown the best team OR offer top notch competition to

               more than 36 teams?)

          - The size of the venue; # of mats; length of the event (# of days); selection process... would all be impacted by adding additional teams.

I appreciate the dialogue and ideas being tossed around for this event.  I just wanted to share some pertinent points and possible limiting factors that have to be considered as the IHSWCA moves forward with this event.

Coach McCormick