It is a TERRIBLE idea. The kid who just lost in the finals is emotionally devastated and to ask him to come back and defend 2nd is not a good idea. I have asked around and the estimates are anywhere from 75% to 90% of the time the 3rd place wrestler wins as he is just coming off a win and has the momentum. NO GOOD for the sport comes from this idea. They are complete mental mismatch.
Will it makes kids tough.... And helps some kids learn that it's not the end of the world because you lose. I want my kid to learn how to handle adversity. It's a tough world out there... The sooner he can pick himself up and dust himself off the better he will be! Mommy and daddy can't save you!!!
