I am prepared to be flamed, but want to weigh in with my opinion. In a time when it is imperative that we keep young people involved to occupy their free time and have another set of checks and balances (wrestling team rules, etc.) why do we want to reduce opportunities for them.

I am against combining any classifications. What is wrong with allowing 64 kids per weight class being happy about being state qualifiers or having 24 kids per weight being happy about placing at state. If kids see they have a chance to qualify or place maybe they will stay involved.

As a wrestling fan we want to see the best wrestle the best. I believe that is the job of the coach to schedule those matchups during the season. Whose the best or the toughest can be determined during the season instead of taking opportunities away from other competitors that work just as hard but may not be as talented.

I like 4 classes and 16 man brackets for this reason. However, I do like the 2 regional 8 qualifier option discussed at our regional for 6A.

It's about the kids and the more opportunities the better.

Brett Means
GHS Wrestling