Burn Out- It is the toughest thing in the world to go through both as a parent and a wrestler. Parents get to watch their children grow up in wrestling and then BANG they hate it. They struggle to get through another year. I see it alot in the High School freshmen and sophomore age group.

Kids have to push themselves through this tough stage understanding that it will make them better people and wrestlers in the long run. Important to remember- Win lose or draw in this period- they need to take something out of the match. Learn from it and go on. I spent an entire year losing because I didn't care- of course my parents got onto me because they spent alot of money on me wrestling and wanted to see me not give up everytime I stepped on the mat. Once I came out of the misery I realized I was better for it. Paretns need to be supportive but yet firm. Trust your heart and ask God for help in tough times when raising your kids. Wrestlers need to find support in peers and coaches to keep them pushing ahead. Understand you need help getting through this tough time and having friends that keep pushing you could make it all good. Have fun by letting go after each match and enjoying the time with friends and family