This subject gets brought up every year. Here is what usually comes out of the conversation. Yes, some kids cut alot of weight. Shame on the parents for allowing it. There is a difference between cutting weight and managing weight. Putting plastics on and running in a sauna is cutting weight. Watching a childs diet is not. Many kids can lose weight by cutting out sweets, pops, and eating 2nds. Do what is best for the child. Pulling weight is not the answer, working hard and getting better is.