Good post Scott. I feel sorry for those wrestlers that never get to experience high school wrestling. After nine years chasing the kids circuit as a parent/coach, I finally get to set back and be a supportive father at high school wrestling events.

As far as young officials, I didn't read all the posts from this particular thread, but I think they are vital to the sport of wrestling. They aren't going to be tremendous officials in the beginning. Give them credit for doing the job, be understanding if they make mistakes, and give them a pat on the back in the hallway and thank them for contributing to the sport. Maybe then they will stick around long enough to become exceptional officials.