... and in some states, they have a 4 & under division!

The natural tendency is to develop "tunnel vision." If a situation doesn't impact our kids or ourselves we tend to dismiss it.

Yes, there is a dramatic drop off! A fact I use in my clinics is that 70% of kids, are no longer participating in competitive sports, by the time they reach the age of 13. That's a big number and it does not effect wrestling alone.

There are two primary reasons. First, kids aren't having any fun and the second, they get too much pressure from adults!

I am sure that all the 5, 6, 7 year olds that we are discussing here will be the exceptions! After all, they love it now so ... they will love it in the future!!

I posted in another thread about how we are an "instant gratification" society. It might be a lot easier to get yours now ... instead of waiting!