It was our original intent to wrestle this tournament the Sunday following Districts. This year Easter falling on our District weekend made us switch our date. Our 2009 event will move to the Sunday following the District tournament.

We have a plan in place to finish this tournament by 4pm at the latest. Of the 10 full mats we will be laying down, 7 will be split into 14 half mat surfaces. With 18 weight divisions most mats will have a single weight division wrestling on it. The remaining three full mats will be reserved to feature the medal rounds as the brackets finish up. We have a plan to handle the awards presentations and podium shots efficiently and get you on your way. Even with time being the essence of the topic at hand, we plan to give these kids a great experience.

I let map quest do a little work for me…
Topeka to Andover (District 2 Host Site) 128miles or approximately a 2hr drive
Topeka to McPherson (District 3 Host Site) 149miles or approximately a 2 1/2hr drive
Topeka to Hays (District 4 Host Site) 205 miles or approximately a 3hr drive

You should have plenty of time to compete for a 6 and Under Kansas State Title and still make Friday evening weigh-ins at your District locations; or make it home and get a good night sleep before trekking to Saturday morning weigh-ins.

I have listened to many of you argue about the need to give these kids a “bigger stage” for ten years. I have come up with a plan that does just that. My plan is not perfect; I will admit that up front. Again I would like to thank all of you that have already sent me registrations. Please keep them coming!