I enjoy this forum but I'd have to say I have heard a whole lot of negativity since I got on here after the State tourney that has made me not real excited to get on here. I've heard people call out 8 year old wrestlers, refs, tourney directors, coaches, a guy on the end of a tazer, parents, and even the expocentre guy making a living just doing his job. In the end, I feel we should try to remember all the positives that you witness occur during this highly emotional and competitive event! If you want to complain or argue about something, please start your own thread.

This is what I saw:

I saw a young wrestler, battle with composure throughout the year, and when it counted, control his emotions and end the year on top of the podium.

I saw another wrestler devastated when his goal he set last year, was put to an end during the semi finals. I saw the young man wipe his tears, hours later, and vow to finish strong!

I saw a dominate wrestler, continue his dominance, and the whole time continue to be a "quiet professional" and be humble in his success.

I saw a very good wrestler go 0-2, but be was still a leader of his teammates and cheered them on as they wrestled on the second day, and was the first to be there as his teammates came off the mat!

I saw a coaches hugging their kids, win or lose as they came off the mat!

I saw young men tear up from their success, and other wipe their tears as they shook the hand of their opponents and coaches.

I saw wicked comebacks from some wrestlers, and the other wrestler pick them self up and drive on!

I saw lots of volunteers giving up their time so kids would have this opportunity!

I saw another awesome parade of champions and teared up as the young kids came running out to Thunderstruck!

I saw more positive then I can ever put in words on this forum!