"Why?"
1 Reason I can think of.
USA Wrestling
WHAT IS USA WRESTLING?
USA Wrestling is the National Governing Body for the sport of Wrestling in the United States, and
as such, is its representative to the United States Olympic Committee (USOC) and the International
Wrestling Federation (FILA). USA Wrestling is the central organization that coordinates amateur wrestling
programs in the nation and works to create interest and participation in those programs.
USA Wrestling has more than 220,000 members. These include athletes of all ages, coaches, officials,
parents, and fans striving together to strengthen the sport. Within the United States, USA Wrestling is
divided into State Associations. Each State is an affiliated organization with its own set of bylaws under
which it operates.
USA Wrestling is responsible for the selection and training of teams to represent the USA in
international competition, including World and Olympic competitions. An equal part of USA Wrestling’s
mission is focused on development of the sport’s grassroots. This is facilitated through sanctioning of
age-group tournaments and the chartering of member clubs through established state associations.
USA Wrestling also conducts regional and national championships for all age categories, developmental
camps, clinics, and coaches education programs. State and local competition is the major focus of annual
programming in each of our state organizations. Volunteers, coaches, officials, and parents are the life
blood of our organization. These leaders set up tournaments, run clubs, organize trips, and coach athletes
in their local area.
HOW DECISIONS ARE MADE IN USA WRESTLING
USA Wrestling is a not-for-profit organization composed of dedicated volunteers. Individuals donate
time, energy and expertise at every level from the local wrestling clubs to the National Board of Directors.
All policy decisions are made through a chain of committees reporting to an elected Board of Directors.
The Board of Directors meets yearly and determines the policy and direction of USA Wrestling.
USA Wrestling provides a variety of services and programs for its membership. Among them are
publications, educational programs, fundraising activities, coaching programs, and general information
about wrestling-related activities. USA Wrestling staff members are.....
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