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Whether you're a new parent, aspiring wrestler, or seasoned coach, we've got guides to help you understand the sport and our analytics.

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Wrestling Archetypes Explained

Offensive, Technical, Defensive, Scrambler, Grinder, Complete

10 min read

How Elo Ratings Work

Understanding our prediction system

6 min read

Using MatchIQ

Get match predictions and strategic advice

5 min read

Reading Wrestler Profiles

Stats, charts, and what they mean

4 min read

Wrestling Basics

Essential knowledge for new fans and parents

Wrestling Scoring Guide

Points, pins, and how matches are decided

12 min read

Wrestling Positions

Neutral, top, bottom, and referee's position

7 min read

Match Structure

Periods, overtime, and time limits

5 min read

Weight Classes Explained

High school, college, and youth divisions

6 min read

Youth Wrestling

Getting started in the sport

Parent's Guide to Wrestling

Everything you need to know as a wrestling parent

15 min read

Novice vs Open Divisions

Understanding experience-based brackets

8 min read

First Tournament Guide

What to expect and how to prepare

10 min read

Essential Wrestling Gear

Shoes, headgear, and singlets

5 min read

Weight Management

Safe and effective weight practices

Safe Weight Management

Healthy approaches to making weight

12 min read

Hydration for Wrestlers

Why water intake matters

6 min read

Wrestler Nutrition 101

Fueling for performance

10 min read

Understanding Alpha Master

Weight certification explained

8 min read

Tournaments & Competition

Navigating the competitive landscape

Tournament Formats

Brackets, round robin, and dual meets

8 min read

How Seeding Works

Rankings and bracket placement

6 min read

Path to State

Qualification and tournament structure

10 min read

Freestyle vs Folkstyle

Differences between wrestling styles

7 min read

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