Wrestling Rules - Youth Tournament Week
Overview
The Wrestling division is designed to give the kids a chance to apply their knowledge of takedowns and freestyle wrestling in a friendly competition setting whilst reducing risk of injury. There are no striking techniques permitted in this division. Matches start standing and will continue until either:
A pin occurs (details below)
A competitor leads by 10 or more points
The time limit expires
Uniform
Either a wrestling singlet or approved rashguard and shorts must be worn. Wrestling boots are optional.
Mouthguard is also recommended.
Time Limits
- Youth 2x 3 Minute Periods
- Teens 2x 3 Minute Periods
Scoring
Control must be maintained for 3 seconds to be awarded the points. If the match runs to time, the athlete with the highest score wins.
- Pin - On their back with Shoulder Blades to mat
- Takedown with torso to mat - 2 points
- Go-Behind from Turtle - 2 points
- Tilt / Gut Wrench - 2 points
- Opponent out of bounds - 1 point
Illegal Techniques
- Throwing by the head only
- Using a joint-lock or choke (no jiu jitsu submissions allowed)
- Takedown without control
- Striking / impacting