Tournament Format

Jefferson Township ‘Spring Fling’ Wrestling Tournament for Saturday June 19th 2021

The format will be split into 2 separate sessions as detailed below.  There will be 8 different divisions and all sessions will be using 8 mats throughout the entire tournament. We have a dedicated ‘High School Girls’ division; however, girls younger than high school are certainly welcomed to register for any division (6u / 8u / 10u / 12u / 14u). When registering, please ensure you select the correct session...

Session #1: 8:30 AM – 11:30 AM

• 6 and under (6u)
• 8 and under (8u)
• 10 and under (10u)

Session #2: 12:30 PM – 3:30 PM

• 12 and under (12u)
• 14 and under (14u)
• High School Girls
• High School Boys
• College/Open

Tournament information

• The Madison System will be used to determine final division/weight classes
• All periods will be 1 minute 30 seconds for all sessions
• Weight challenges must be made prior to the end of the first round of any division
• The majority of weight classes will be a 4 man round robin format
• Each wrestler should compete in at least 3 matches
• Commemorative Spring Fling medals will be awarded for all participants
• Concessions will be available for all sessions
• Wrestlers Skill Level Definitions:
  • Novice: 1^st and 2^nd year participants with basic wrestling knowledge.
  • Experienced: A good understanding of wrestling concepts and can execute a variety of moves fairly well in all positions, neutral, referee/top, and referee/bottom.
  • Advanced: Higher quality wrestler, can feel moves, has chain wrestling skills, and technically proficient beyond an experienced wrestler.
  • Elite: Highest quality wrestler that is situation aware, tactical and strategic, and can chain wrestle at a very high level.

Please arrive 30-45 minutes prior to your session start time.  We make every effort to start our tournament on time!