Parent's Corner
| 2008-2009 IMPORTANT INFORMATION |
| 2008-2009 Travel Itinerary not available at this time |
Parent support is essential to the success of the MatHawks throughout the regular season, as well as the off-season. There are many ways in which parents can support the team such as:
- Working the concession stand at home meets.
- Working tables at matches.
- Working Hospitality room at home tournaments.
- Driving the wrestlers to tournaments.
If you are new to the sport of wrestling, please click on the Parents Guide to Wrestling link below. This article will provide you with an introduction and information you need to know to understand wrestling and its culture. The coaching staff recommends that all parents read the guide.
Practice Schedule
- Regular season practice schedule:
Monday, Wednesday, & Friday |
Tuesday, & Thursdays |
2:05 - School is dismissed |
2:05 - School is dismissed |
*Varsity Matches are normally held Wednesday evenings, Friday's, & Saturdays. | |
Off-season practice schedule:
- The Gunston Wrestling Club meets every Tuesday and Thursday from 6:30 - 8:00 pm.
Equipment
Wrestling shoes and headgear are required at the high school level. Shoes and headgear can be purchased at local sporting good stores or online. Here are a couple online links where you can purchase shoes, headgear, and other wrestling equipment:
Skin Disease
Skin Disease's in wrestling are very common, but can be avoided if wrestlers follow the coaching staff's advice.
Below is are tips which wrestlers should follow to avoid skin disease:
- All wrestlers should shower (with water and soap!!) immediately at the end of every practice, match, and tournament.
- Wear clean, fresh workout gear every practice. Do not wear dirty workout gear two days in a row.
For more information on skin diseases visit the following link: