description Scholastic Wrestling Overview
Scholastic wrestling is the style of amateur wrestling practiced at the middle school and high school levels in the United States. It is a form of folkstyle wrestling that places a strong emphasis on controlling the opponent on the mat. The sport is governed nationally by the National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS), which standardizes rules, weight classes, and safety protocols. Competitions are typically organized during the winter sports season.
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What style of wrestling is scholastic wrestling?
Scholastic wrestling is the American folkstyle format used mainly in middle schools and high schools. It emphasizes takedowns, control, escapes, reversals, and near-fall pressure on the mat.
How is scholastic wrestling scored under high school rules?
Current NFHS high school rules award 3 points for a takedown, with additional points available for escapes, reversals, near falls, and a fall. A pin ends the match when both shoulders are held within the rules.
How does scholastic wrestling differ from freestyle wrestling?
Scholastic wrestling places more emphasis on maintaining control after a takedown and working from the referee's position. Freestyle wrestling is governed by United World Wrestling rules and rewards exposure and high-amplitude action differently.
What is a near fall in scholastic wrestling?
A near fall occurs when a wrestler holds the opponent's shoulders close to the mat without completing a pin. NFHS rules award points based on how long the defensive wrestler is held in a near-fall position.
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