FAQ

Q: My child plays other sports that don't end until after wrestling season begins. Can they still participate?

A: Absolutely! Many of our wrestlers join practices once their football/baseball/soccer/etc seasons have concluded. Wrestling is an individual sport that does not require participation in every practice/tournament. You can join practices when you don't have practice/games with your other sport, during rain outs, etc or you can wait until your other sport ends. While you can join the team at any point during the season, we strongly encourage you to sign-up before the deadline of September 15, 2023 even if you do not intend on attending practices until the conclusion of your other sport.

Q. What does my child need to attend practices?

A. Parents will need to provide wrestling shoes and purchase the USA Limited Athlete Membership (a $15 required insurance). Wrestlers need to wear athletic shorts and t-shirts to practice. No baggy clothing, tank tops, zippers, or buttons. Headgear and singlets will only be required at tournaments.

Q. What does my child need to be able to attend a tournament?

A. While it is fun to have all of the Standfast gear, the only item required to wrestle in a tournament is the singlet. All wrestlers will need a singlet, wrestling shoes, headgear (when applicable), and a mouth guard if required due to orthodontics. You will need an OKWA membership to attend any OKWA tournaments. This is a separate organization. You will pay this when you sign up. The fee is $10.

Q. Does my child have to attend every tournament?

A. No. You can pick and choose which tournaments you would like to attend. If you have a wrestler who just wants to attend practice and never go to a tournament, that's ok too. You get to choose your level of commitment whether that be zero tournaments, only local tournaments, or competing every weekend.

Q. Can my child attend practices but not go to tournaments?

A. Yes. There are children who enjoy practice, but do not feel ready to compete in tournaments. That is always ok. As long as your child is enjoying the sport, we support your decision.

Q. How do I know if my child is Open or Novice?

A. Novice means beginner. If this is your first or second year of wrestling, your child is Novice.

For tournaments, OKWA & OKUSA have set guidelines as to when a wrestler is eligible to wrestle in Novice tournaments. You will need to move your wrestler to Open competitions once they have met the medal count for their age or have wrestled for two years. Whichever comes first.

For practice, the Head Coach will let you know when it is time to move from Novice to Open. Some children may be asked if they can attend both as they transition from Novice to Open.