This book inspires kids of all body types, skills, and backgrounds to try wrestling. Heath sims, 2000 wrestling olympian my nephew couldnt put this book down. Under the old rules of freestyle and grecoroman wrestling, a tenpoint differential ended the match. Fear not, because youll find everything you need to know about the basics of wrestling s rules, regulations and the wrestling scoring system right here. This supports the philosophy that the defensive wrestler should not be able to profit through this action. The shoulders and scapulas are out of bound so a near fall or fall cannot be earned.
Situations which are almost pins but for whatever reason do not meet the criteriafor example, have only one shoulder down or have the defending wrestler blocked in a neck bridgeare rewarded with exposure points in collegiate wrestling, known as near fall points or back points in order to encourage wrestlers to. A near fall occurs when the offensive wrestler has control of the opponent in a pinning situation and near. Fear not, because youll find everything you need to know about the basics of wrestlings rules, regulations and the wrestling scoring system right here. This is the 4th video in the series explaining high school wrestling rules. Wrestling is continuing, as allowed by current rule, and points for escapes, reversals, etc. A fall is imminent when any part of both shoulders or both scapula of either wrestler are in contact with the mat. Nearfall clothing offers cutting edge wrestling apparel and premium custom team gear. If wrestling is continuing during a match, then nearfall and falls should be awardedearned with no deference to the out of bounds line. Less a formal rule book because very few things in wwe are formal. Wrestling ranks seventh in popularity among boys at the high school level with 250,653 participants, according to. A fall or nearfall is scored when any part of both scapula are inbounds and the shoulders are over or outside the boundary line.
This style, with some slight modifications, is also practiced at the high school and middle school levels, and also among younger participants, where it is known as scholastic wrestling. Page 59 201617 nfhs wrestling rules 201617 points of emphasis. Fallnear fall differences when the defensive wrestlers back is exposed to the mat in a pinning situation while any part of either wrestler is in bounds, nearfall points may be earned or a fall called. Note rule references are associated with the new rules book. Apr 24, 2018 in addition, scoring a fall or nearfall is strengthened by the modifications to the definition and location of fall and nearfall in our rules book.
Nearfall rule 5112i when a defensive wrestler commits a technical violation, applies an illegal holdmaneuver, commits unnecessary roughness or unsportsmanlike act during an imminent or near fall situation playpic a, the offensive wrestler shall be awarded a penalty points playpic b in addition to the near fall points playpic c. Swing by the nf booth and get your official usjoc merchandise. Ryan parsons, mixed martial arts trainer and chiropractor to. Any time a wrestler has gained a 15 point advantage over his. In amateur wrestling, a technical fall, or technical superiority, is a victory condition satisfied by outscoring ones opponent by a specified number of points. Inspiring individuals, encouraging excellence through education based athletics. In this pinning situation, the toes are not the supporting points. A pin or fall is when you put your opponent on hisher back with any part of both shoulders or both shoulder blades of your opponent in contact with the mat for three seconds. Folkstyle wrestling rules explained by phil henning. Match1 situations typically provide a coach the opportunity to identify a teachable moment to reinforce good sporting behavior. Overview of wrestling rules the object of the sport of wrestling is to put your opponent on his back to pin your opponent.
The ultimate achievement in a wrestling match is to hold an opponents shoulders. Dec 07, 2018 this is the 4th video in the series explaining high school wrestling rules. The logic of the rules clarification is to not allow a defensive wrestler the opportunity to commit an illegal hold, technical violation, unnecessary roughness or unsportsmanlike act in order to negate a possible fall or nearfall. The referee should allow sufficient time for the offensive wrestler to pull his opponent inbounds. In scholastic wrestling, a differential of fifteen points ends a match regardless of when it is reached. Near fall points are similar to the points awarded for exposure or the danger position in the international styles of wrestling, but the emphasis for near falls is on control, not risk. Collections nearfall clothing premium wrestling apparel. Wrestlers, coaches, officials and fans can read the 148page 201516 and 201617 ncaa wrestling rules and interpretations book available online, and watch a 45minute video that explains and provides demonstrations of some of the new rules. These names help distinguish collegiate wrestling from other styles of wrestling that are practiced around the world. Takedown 2 points escape 1 point reversal 2 points near fall 2 pints if lasts for 2 seconds or 3 points if lasts for 5 seconds. Rules interpretations can be found in part iii at the back of this book on the designated wi page.
National federation official high school wrestling rule books are published by. The ultimate achievement in a wrestling match is to hold an opponents shoulders to the mat for a brief moment this is called a fall or pin. Intermat wrestling new ncaa wrestling rules for 201516. In amateur wrestling, a pin ends the match regardless of when it occurs. Accessing the wrestling rule book on your computer 20152016 ncaa wrestling. If wrestling is continuing during a match, then falls and nearfalls should be awardedearned with no deference to the outofbounds line. It is a reversal when the defensive wrestler comes from underneath. The blue book is a supplement to the nfhs rules book, case book and manual, and all other mhsaa approved printed materials and interpretations. The referee should allow sufficient time for the offensive wrestler to pull his opponent inbounds inboundsout of bounds out of.
Let us see the rules regarding points and illegal actions on the mat. The blue book is a supplement to the nfhs rules book, case book and manual, and all other mhsaa. Whether youre an experienced wrestler looking for a resource for secrets about the finer aspects of technique or youre a beginning wrestler searching for a onestop source that gives you everything you need to understand the sport, youve come to the right place. Despite wrestling s use of physical force, the sports rules and conventions keep it surprisingly safe and injuryfree. Wrestling officials blue book michigan high school athletic.
Downloading allows you access to your rules book when you are not. End of the match a match ends when one of the following occurs. Understanding the rules and moves of wrestling can help you enjoy watching the sport, and help you make a decision about whether or not to participate or have your child participate. I am a level 3 khsaa kentucky high school athletic association wrestling referee.
When do the rules require you to stop the match for the technical. The logic of the rules clarification is to not allow a defensive wrestler the opportunity to commit an illegal hold, technical violation, unnecessary roughness or unsportsmanlike act in order to negate a possible fall or near fall. The following are many of the more specific rules labeled as items that are part of the. Awarded when the match is stopped due to the defensive wrestler being injured andor screaming out to stop the match unethical unless they are really injured after being held within near fall criteria for five or more seconds, instead of the 3 point near fall. Modified the location of where a fall or near fall can be awarded. This video explains and gives examples of how to earn near fall points and how near fall points are awarded. They will be incorporated into the rules book for the 201718 and 201819 seasons. New ncaa wrestling rules for 201516 season intermat. A pin or fall is when you put your opponent on hisher back with any part of both shoulders or both shoulder blades of your opponent in. When the criteria for a two point near fall have been met uninterrupted for five seconds. A fall is scored when a wrestler holds his opponents shoulders to the mat continuously for two seconds. If the near fall criteria is met for a period of two consecutive seconds, a twopoint near falls earned. Nfhs wrestling rules previously allowed the scoring of escapes and reversals but not nearfall or falls, even.
Alternate twopiece uniform approved for high school wrestling. The shoulders or scapula must be held in continuous contact with the mat. In addition, scoring a fall or nearfall is strengthened by the modifications to the definition and location of fall and nearfall in our rules book. The object of the sport of wrestling is to put your opponent on his back to pin your opponent. In collegiate wrestling, a pin may still be awarded as a continuation of a near fall even if the necessary point differential is reached while achieving it. Clarified the scoring of points in relation to the location on the mat.
We want to welcome the current invicta fc atomweight world champion jinh hei yifrey to the nearfall family. It is informally abbreviated to tech as both a noun and verb. Wrestling is a sport in which two combatants try to control one another over the course of a set amount of time, within a defined set of rules, supervised by a knowledgeable referee. By phil henning and the predicament wrestling score book. Wrestling ranks seventh in popularity among boys at the high school level with 250,653 participants, according to the 201516 nfhs athletics participation survey. This is an authoritative guide to the best in wrestling officiating and will assist all officials in maintaining their. The occurs when the defensive wrestlers shoulders are restrained four or fewer inches from the mat, one shoulder is touching the mat and the other is held at a fortyfive degree angle to the mat. High school wrestling rules part 4 near fall situations.
Collegiate wrestling is practiced at the college and university level in the united states. The referee should allow sufficient time for the offensive wrestler to. The near fall only the offensive or top wrestler can score a near fall. Wrestling ranks seventh in popularity among boys at the high school level with 250,653 participants, according to the 2015. Near fall 3 n3 3 points awarded after the offensive wrestler holds the defensive wrestler within near fall criteria for five or more seconds in a row 5 counts by the referee, instead of the two point near fall. We take pride in our customer service, quality and competitive pricing.
Page 59 201617 nfhs wrestling rules 201617 points of. For the newly minted wrestling fan or participant, the rules and regulations can be downright confusing. Points for a near fall are awarded when the offensive wrestler has control of his opponent in a near pinning position. It does not paint a rosy picture and it is not a technical book on wrestling. If a criterion for a near fall is met and held uninterrupted for four seconds, four points. Near fall rule 5112i when a defensive wrestler commits a technical violation, applies an illegal holdmaneuver, commits unnecessary roughness or unsportsmanlike act during an imminent or near fall situation playpic a, the offensive wrestler shall be awarded a penalty points playpic b in addition to the near fall points playpic c. There are multiple ways you can score points of the following weightage in a wrestling match legally.
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