I have posted on this subject before. In the past 9 years I have learned one thing. Wrestling is 90% MENTAL. IMO. How can a kid be menatally sound if he or she can't eat a snickers or a cupcake at school for little Johnny's birthday party? I have to agree with "move your kid up". If they are watching their weight then they probably dont get the candy, pop, cake and cookies. (KID STUFF)
I remember a Sports Illustrated article "ROBO QB: THE MAKING OF A PERFECT ATHLETE." He wasn't allowed to have (KID STUFF). How did he do as an athlete?
I know some kids are dedicated to make the descision of watching their weight on their own. BUT, I have seen more kids pressured by parents, coaches and teams (at the youth level) to drop weight. Reasons being they can't compete at the next weight up or running from competition. "SCARED TO LOOSE"
My solution for the 9th year in a row to fix the weight issue for kids and HS is:
MAT SIDE WEIGH-INS!!!!!!!!!!!!
No comebacks of what a nightmare at a tournament!!!!! Buy more scales!!!!!!
