While this is definitely true for high school wrestlers, middle school wrestling is a different animal. Bottom line I would encourage every middle school wrestler to seek out and take part in any opportunity to better themselves and the Brawlers’ open room is one of the best! In fact I would also, when there isn’t a school conflict or strict instructions from their coach, recommend middle school wrestlers compete in both their middle school program and club tourneys. The upside far outweighs the down side. Feel free to PM or call me if you want details.