I believe the expense of our sport is a big factor in decreasing numbers. Especially to a family with more than one child. USA card for 2 kids $60, 3 kids $90 and so on. Then factor in $12 to $15 each kid each event you enter, add shoes, headgear,and gasoline its pretty expensive. To some parents Im sure this is a deterrent.To parents already involved in this sport we know the positives out weigh the expense. I believe the best advertisment is word of mouth. I come in contact with alot of kids coaching other sports, and I always try to convince them to come try out wrestling. It always gets one or two to come try. I also would encourage our children to promote the sport to thier friends. If my kids want to try somthing my wife and I will find a way for them to do it. I believe most parents are this way,so make sure the sport is enjoyable and more kids will be invloved. I think most kids leave this sport because of over zealous parents, we all need to try to keep that in mind during the heat of the battle. Good luck to all moving on to state.
Jon Murray
Parsons Wrestling Club