How about they just get in shape or we get more ethical coaches that will not allow their wrestlers to behave like this. My coach in college, David James would not allow one of his wrestlers to call time out because they were tired. I saw several try it and he would not allow it. The kids will get away with what they are allowed to do. This puts it on the coaches, unfortunately some are coaching this type of behavior. Shame on these coaches.
Agree. The rigors of training as a wrestler builds character — it's a point of distinction and pride. If we're teaching our athletes to exploit loop holes in the rules that were designed to protect them then we're eroding the character in which we profess to build. I believe this attitude occurs once a coach values wins more than he values excellence. There is no honor in winning by bending the system.
I support not changing rules but imploring all coaches to act with high integrity and in the spirit of fair competition.
