Mental Toughness on the Mat — How Wrestling Builds Resilience
You can’t hide in wrestling. There’s no one to pass the ball to. No clock to run out. No easy win. Just two athletes in a circle—one will walk away victorious, the other won’t. And that’s exactly why wrestling builds mental toughness. Wrestlers deal with pressure daily: But instead of quitting, they come back stronger.…
🧠 The Mental Side of Wrestling: A New Focus in K–12 Programs
In the world of K–12 wrestling, success is no longer measured by physical dominance alone. As the sport continues to evolve, coaches, parents, and athletes alike are recognizing that mental toughness is just as important as strength, speed, and skill. Today’s youth wrestling programs are placing greater emphasis on the psychological aspects of performance—helping young…
🛡️ Star Wars vs. Wrestling — Not So Different After All 🤼♂️✨
To outsiders, wrestling and Star Wars might seem worlds apart. One’s about galaxies, Jedi, and lightsabers. The other? Blood, sweat, and 6 minutes on the mat. But real fans know… the parallels run deep. Wrestlers are warriors — just like Jedi.Both train for years to master their craft.Both face down powerful enemies.And both fight battles…
More Than a Coach: Honoring Wrestling Coaches on National Teachers Day
When we think of Teachers Day, we often picture classrooms, chalkboards, and lectures. But teaching happens far beyond the walls of a school. On wrestling mats across the country, there’s a different kind of classroom — and in it stands a coach who teaches more than just takedowns. On this National Teachers Day, we recognize…
Start Young, Grow Strong — Why Elementary School is the Perfect Time to Begin Wrestling
The best time to plant a tree was 10 years ago. The second-best time is now. Same goes for wrestling. Starting young gives boys time to learn the basics—stance, movement, and body control—before the pressure of high school competition. Young wrestlers build confidence early, and they learn to love the grind. But beyond technique, youth…
Breaking the Silence: Mental Health in Wrestling Deserves a Spotlight
Wrestling is more than a sport — it’s a test of willpower, discipline, and resilience. It’s a grind that demands everything from your body and even more from your mind. Wrestlers pride themselves on being tough. We fight through pain, push past limits, and wear our struggles like badges of honor. But behind the strength,…
Wrestling Your Teammate: A Match That Builds More Than Wins
In wrestling, there comes a moment that feels a little different — when you look across the mat and see not a rival, but a teammate. Someone you grind with every day. Someone who knows your moves as well as you know theirs. At first, it feels awkward. Maybe even wrong. But wrestling a teammate…
Building Team Culture in Youth Wrestling: More Than Just Wins
In youth wrestling, success isn’t solely defined by the number of victories on the scoreboard. While winning is certainly important, the true success of a wrestling program lies in its team culture. In K–12 wrestling, a positive and strong team culture can shape the experience of every athlete, fostering not just better performance but stronger…
State Weightlifting Qualifiers!
Pleasant Grove High School April 30th | 2PM – 7PM The road to STATE starts here! Come watch Mountain View’s strongest athletes throw down at the State Qualifiers—this is where months of hard work, discipline, and determination come to life on the platform. Why You Should Be There: It’s a high-stakes meet—athletes are competing for…
Coaching Your Own Kids: A Wrestling Journey Like No Other 🤼♂️❤️
Coaching your own child in wrestling is a path filled with pride, pressure, and powerful moments. It’s not always easy — but it’s always worth it. As a coach and a parent, you wear two hats. You celebrate the takedowns and victories with pride only a parent can feel. But you’re also the one holding…
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