Here's what I say to those with a problem with state placers wrestling 14U: Not going to apologize for my kid's decision. He really grappled (ha no pun intended) with whether to do 14u or HS. He is a young freshman, turning 15 in late
May so don't feel like the 8th graders will be at an age disadvantage. HS State was a lot of pressure and he decided for Kids State he would go up in weight and wrestle for fun without the pressure - win or lose. We are proud of him and support him and he is in no way a medal chaser - that's insulting. If you knew him you would agree.