“Once you’ve wrestled, everything else in life is easy.” – Dan Gable
INFORMATION for the 2019/2020 CSMS WRESTLING SEASON
~You MUST have a current SPORTS PHYSICAL – from this school year – on file with RCPS to participate, including practices and competitions. (Many “medical express” clinics offer low-cost, no-appointment-needed sports physicals for student-athletes. Get yours today!)
~Wrestling shoes & wrestling headgear must be purchased and are required to compete. These can be purchased online or at local sporting goods stores. (Red, Black, White, Gray colors preferred to match uniforms) Practice clothes are needed for practices (t-shirt/shorts or sweats).
~There will be “open mat” practices on the following dates from 6:30 – 7:30p.m.: Monday, Oct. 14th, Wednesday, Oct. 16th, Monday, Oct. 21st, Wednesday, Oct. 23rd, & Friday, Oct. 25th
~The season will officially begin Monday, Oct. 28th. We will practice (or compete) every day immediately after school (including Fridays.) We will NOT practice on early dismissal days & days specifically cancelled by the coaching staff or school administration. Students will be ready for pickup after practice at 5:30 p.m. The competition schedule will be sent home ASAP.
~Team uniforms and gear (custom/sublimated singlets, compression shirts, fight shorts, quarter zips, and backpacks) are available for purchase. Anyone not wanting to purchase their own uniform will be provided a uniform (singlet & warmups that must be returned) for competitions.
~Athletes with braces on teeth are required to wear a mouthguard during competition. Hair must be trimmed above the collar and out of the face/eyes. A hair cover must be worn if hair is long for competitions. Finger nails must always be clipped.
~Academic/citizenship eligibility is strictly enforced. Athletes that do not demonstrate individual academic/behavioral integrity may be ineligible to participate. The coaching staff, teachers, and administration will work collectively to determine each athlete’s eligibility.
~Wrestling is an extremely physical sport. Therefore, each athlete must be eating nutritious foods regularly, hydrating, getting proper sleep (8+ hours,) and practicing proper hygiene.
~To help avoid contagious skin conditions, athletes must shower at home after each practice and competition. Use of antibacterial soap, dandruff-control shampoo, & antibacterial wipes are strongly encouraged!
~Fan gear is available for purchase by families. Follow & Like our Facebook Page @ Cave Spring Squires Wrestling for additional information & updates!
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