First, the 6 & U division has a great deal of support from several clubs in D1. By today's numbers D1 has about 85 clubs. D2, D3, D4 have about 130. For years the leadership in D1 has fought against having their District, vote as a block in the State meetings. Every club gets to vote what they feel their membership wants. I believe, that is the democratic way!

Second, our charge (even the Kids division) is to support wrestling. You keep talking out-of-season which I assume you mean, April - November!

Every member pays the same fees. Granted our Kids division and our tournament series earns a great deal of the funds that the entire body lives on. Again, examples of that type of funding are prevalent throughout our personal lives and all of society.

Yes, the Kids division has had a greater voice for the past several years in the Corporate meetings. I agree, that the Board is fiscally responsible.

I do think that our entire organization will be much stronger if we actively support wrestling ... that includes Kids Folkstyle wrestling ... but it also includes several other divisions!


Are you making a POSITIVE difference in the life of kids?

Randy Hinderliter
USAW Kansas
KWCA Rep/Coaches Liaison
Ottawa University Volunteer Assistant