Freestyle Program

WHAT IS FREESTYLE WRESTLING AND WHAT CAN IT DO FOR YOU?

Freestyle wrestling, along with Greco-Roman wrestling, are the two forms permitted at the Olympic Games.

Freestyle wrestling is fun.  It is exciting, creative, and dynamic because you can score points from almost anywhere.  A wrestler will receive more points for a spectacular throw, 5 points, than you do for a normal takedown, 1 point.  Freestyle wrestling takes less control of your opponent to score points.  Flip him/her to their back and get  2 points.  You do not even have to hold him/her on their back to score but if you do, you will score 5 points for grand amplitude.  Most freestyle matches also are mostly on your feet in the neutral position.  That is 80% of freestyle wrestling.

If your goal is to be a state champion or state placer, freestyle wrestling increases your chances dramatically.  Freestyle wrestling will improve your technique, skill, and mat strategy. 

This style of wrestling is intense, creative and challenging for those who choose to learn it.  If you have high wrestling goals freestyle wrestling must be a part of your yearly wrestling plans.  We look forward to helping you meet your wrestling goals.

Coach Pat Mahan

Junior Nationals (Fargo)
Greco - 1st in 2006 and 3rd in 2007
Freestyle - 2nd in 2007

Cadet Nationals (Fargo)
Greco - 3rd in 2005
Freestyle - 6th in 2005

Minnesota State Tournament
1st -  2007
3rd - 2006
4th - 2005

Fila Junior Nationals
Greco - 2nd in 2009
Freestyle - 3rd in 2009