It's not required in Missouri - I kind of like that. The kid that loses just wants to get off the mat after the match and he/she is not listening to whatever the opposing coach has to say. If a kid is going to make a mistake its usually after he leaves the circle after the match - just let the kids go to their corner. If the sport requires it, then have them shake the coaches hand before the match. I don't see the coaches shaking hands at the conclusion of the match like they do in other sports.
This is what keeps us above other sports in the area of sportsmanship. In all my years of being around wrestling I have never witnessed an incident as a result of the wrestler shaking the opposing coach's hand. It requires those who have lost a match to regain their composure and I think it is a good learning tool for even those watching.
If you are talking about the coaches shaking hands after a dual, all of the duals I attend, the coaches do shake hands after the team competition is over, just like the participants.
