Lets realize what this tournament is:

* great venue - could be argued this is the best venue anywhere near Wichita.

* Steve Foster - as tournament director, it ran smooth. Multiple full mats for kids that dont ever get to see full mats and the action was fantastic - - - NOTHING BETTER THAN FULL MATS FOR SOME GREAT WRESTLING - THIS CAN NOT BE SAID LOUD ENOUGH!!!!!!!!!!!!

* Good refs

* Still dont like the nazi type bag checks that we have to face everywhere (not just at Hartman)

* Like many clubs - I wish the high school division were bigger, we still struggle getting them to the club. Those that do, make big improvements.

* My only complaint - Like I discussed with the Salina club, I could care less that you give 0.9lbs, BUT THE ONLY WAY THAT IS FAIR TO ALL COMPETITORS IS THAT ALL COMPETITORS KNOW THIS (ie on the flyer). It was specifically listed for the high schoolers on the flyer but not for U14 and younger. Many clubs had kids running before weigh in because they knew they were a little over, others that knew of the 0.9lb variance did not. Steve Foster has always been about tough brackets and fairness and I am sure this will be addressed.


* Thanks to the OK clubs for attending - we really love having you and your wrestlers attend.

* WHY THIS SPORT IS GREAT.
Congrats to Gabe Buckbee. Gabe beat Colt Newton in the finals at U12 72lbs. Colt Newton is not only one of the best wrestlers in the country (go look at his accomplishments since the age of 5), he and his dad set the standard for how they carry themselves. Unlike many other youth sports, our kids get the opportunity to compete against some of the best competition in the US - YOU CAN NOT WIN UNLESS YOU COMPETE -

Cory Schrater
316.371.0250