Sportsfan brings up a very good point. I offer just a very little different spin on it....

Don't focus on the benefits it provides for each sport.....FOCUS on the benefit it provides to all the student athletes. That is it allows the middle school to maximize participation in both sports for the young student athletes. The goal of most middle school athletic programs is to allow kids the opportunity to "try" sports and learn as they are preparing in high school without having to choose between sports.

Having an early wrestling season is best for the kids....it allows the kids maximum opportunity to try a variety of sports so they can make informed decisions when they get to high school.

The part about gym space and coaches is also spot on.

Shawn Budke