2006 NFHS WRESTLING RULES INTERPRETATION MEETING September 27, 2006 Indianapolis, IN

Points of Emphasis

Point of Emphasis for Proper Procedures for Handling Apparent Concussions Action Plan If you suspect that a player has a concussion, you should take the following steps: 1.Remove athlete from play. 2.Ensure athlete is evaluated by an appropriate health care professional. Do not try to judge the seriousness of the injury yourself. 3.Inform athlete’s parents or guardians about the known or possible concussion and give them the fact sheet on concussion. 4.Allow the athlete to return to play only with permission from an appropriate health care professional. (Information provided by the Department of Health and Human Services Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.)

Signs Observed by Coaching Staff Appears dazed or stunned Is confused about assignment Forgets plays Is unsure of game, score or opponent Moves clumsily Point of Emphasis for Proper Procedures for Handling Apparent Concussions Signs and Symptoms These signs and symptoms may indicate that a concussion has occurred. Answers questions slowly Loses consciousness Shows behavior or personality changes Can’t recall events prior to hit Can’t recall events after hit

Point of Emphasis for Proper Procedures for Handling Apparent Concussions Signs and Symptoms These signs and symptoms may indicate that a concussion has occurred. Symptoms Reported by Athlete Headache Nausea Balance problems or dizziness Double vision or fuzzy vision Sensitivity to light or noise Feeling sluggish Feeling foggy or groggy Concentration or memory problems Confusion

This is an example of a LEGAL UNIFORM. This view shows the 4-inch inseam requirement without tights. The maximum length is above the knee. Rule 4-1-1

LEGALUNIFORM

WRESTLING RULES REMINDERS

RULE  When there are consecutive days of team competition, there shall be a 1- pound additional allowance granted each day for all wrestlers up to a maximum of two pounds.  In order to be granted this 1-pound additional allowance, a minimum of 48 hours advance notice is required for the opponent(s).

RULES & *NFHS Rule 2-2-1: For dual meets, all team personnel, including coaches, other than actual participating contestants shall be restricted to an area which is at least 10 feet from the edge of the mat. *NFHS Rule 2-2-2: During tournament competition, a maximum of two team personnel (coaches and/or non- participating contestants) will be permitted on chairs at the edge of the mat.

RULES & *NFHS Rule 7-5-2: Coaches and other team personnel are restricted to the bench/chairs while the clock is running and during normal out of bounds and resumption of wrestling. The coach may move towards the mat only during a charged time-out or at the end of the match. (See Rule 2-2) *NFHS Rule 7-5-3: Unsportsmanlike conduct – is called on coaches or other team personnel who violate the bench decorum rule (7-5-2).

Revised NFHS Physician Release Form For Skin Lesion For

2007 NFHS Wrestling Rule Change Proposal Form Due: March 1 st Must be submitted to your state association office for approval.

 Interpretation Meeting Date  September 26, 2007  Rules Committee Mtg. Date  March 25-26, 2007  Rules Proposal Form Due  March 1, 2007  addresses:  