I thought I would give a few thoughts and word of encouragement to our wrestlers, coaches, and clubs. Now is the time to be promoting our Freestyle/Greco teams. Last year my son got to participate and I must say it was among the most enjoyable experiences he has ever had in wrestling. Our Kansas wrestlers have an opportunity to show the nation what Kansas Wrestling is all about. I know that many, Disney, Knox, Garcia, Peterson and numerous others are working at putting together the best teams possible for our state. From Schoolboy to Juniors, our wrestlers will have the chance to compete against the best Olympic Style wrestlers in America this summer. Wrestlers, don’t look lightly on the opportunity you have to represent our state. Work hard, train hard, and start now getting to your optimal condition and weight. Put in the extra work to stay strong and conditioned. Between now and the end of July, we are entering what I have found to be the most exciting time of year for wrestlers. Let’s work hard to field quality teams and truly represent our great state like no other time in the past. Don't know about the rest of you but I personally get tired of Kansas getting no respect when it comes to wrestling, let's make a point to this year prove our quality on the mat.