There were some technical difficulties with the brackets but we pressed on without much hesitation. We trained some new officials today including Shedd, and Cecil from Woodlands, as well as Mr. Parker. We had the return of Brooks, and Lee to the ranks of Athlete/officials helping earn their way on national trips. Wolfgang was also in the house. Because we had so many new officials working in, I did not spend quite as much time calling matches, and more time helping train. The good part is when I was on the mat, Stacey was evaluating my calls to help get me ready for SER, and Schoolboy Duels. For me it was a train or be trained day.
I gave brief clinics before each style, and did my best to be available to answer questions. There were great matches all over the gym today with state champs taking on state placers in every age group. The number of youth wrestlers involved seems to be up slightly, and there are some talented kids showing up. There were 5 point throws on the k-2, 6-8, Cadet, and Jr. mats. As a person who has attended these tournaments for the past seven years, I would have to say that the wrestlers are picking up some great technique at younger ages.
Next week we will have the Georgia Games, and as always there are some older competitors signed up. It is always fun to watch the older guys go at it.
How does a 5 point throw occur in the kids division when straight back salto's are illigal according to the USAW rules.
ReplyDeleteA straight back salto is not the only way to score 5 points. The picture you see above would be illegal in kids competition, but a similar throw where the thrower looks to one side, and does not go directly to the top of their own head is legal. It is a matter of going to the side instead of directly backwards. You can also get a five point throw from a reverse lift position, a double leg, it is even possible with a crotch lift. The opponent must make a high arcing motion through the air, and land in a danger position.
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