State at one place!
Being an Iowa high school state place winner (long time ago) was one the biggest thrills of my life. I get goose bump just thinking about it. 15000 + screaming fans, parking 3 blocks away, watching all your friends wrestle in different Classes. I can even remember the frosty malts! Believe me as a wrestler and now a parent not having this all together is a shame for everyone. I do think you need to a have a 16 man brackets at state so every wrestler gets a legitimate chance to qualify. I believe there are plenty of venues that can house this and all you need is time, so start early and stay late if that’s what it takes. Today’s tournaments lack that excitement that only a big crowd can give. Please continue the fight as the reward is priceless for all involved.