Nigel,

You better reread the rules as stated in the kids constitution located on this website.

13. Rules Modifications (references to NFSHSA rules book):



Rule 2-1-2
The wrestling area of the mat shall be based on the age group competing, as follows:




Under 11
must have a minimum wrestling area of 15'x 15'




11 to 14
must have a minimum wrestling area of 20'x 20'




15 & 16
must have a minimum wrestling area of 24 feet square or a circular area of 28 feet in diameter