Chief, I agree with you about the points. Big duels bring in a fan base. And schools should have fun with it (mat lights, smoke and music, ext.) There needs to be set times when the varsity duel begins (no matter if the JV isn't done wrestling. They can finish at the end). And the attendance, I can't speak for the other classes, but I thought 6A &5A State has not been attended well the last 5 years (a lot of empty seats). Was 4A and 3A any better?

Geyer, That is true in regards to the few successful programs in the state, but I'm talking about the High School duels and tournaments. The average schools (in all classes) are having trouble filling teams. Oh, and I can only name on one hand the kids who placed in the last five years who didn't start wrestling until JR. High. You see more new comers in the upper weights, but very, very few other wise.