2016 5th Annual Ohio Novice State 2/21/2016
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Amy MattinWe are excited to announce that we are going to hold the 5th Annual Ohio
Novice State at the University of Findlay and host even more novice
wrestlers this year than last year. The tournament will be taking place on
Sunday February 21, 2016 with wrestling starting at 9:00 a.m.
Ohio has a rich history in wrestling and this history all begins with a
novice wrestler. Our goal is to encourage novice wrestlers by having them
take part in a state tournament where they will be able to wrestle against
other novice wrestlers. We were honored that over 650 wrestlers took part
in the 2015 Ohio Novice State and cannot wait for the 5th Annual Ohio
Novice State!
We will have more mats that last year, offer OAC seeding points and also
will provide awards for the top 6 wrestlers in each weight class!
Tournament Information:
Where: Koehler Fitness & Recreation Complex at the University of Findlay
1000 North Main Street, Findlay, Ohio 45840
Date & Time: Sunday, February 21, 2015 Wrestling begins at 9:00A SHARP
Awards: 1st-6th custom medals and State Finalist Dri-Fit shirts
Registration: Registration and $25 entry fee must be paid online at www.trackwrestling.com by Friday February 19 at 12pm OR when we have 700 PAID wrestlers
Matches: Modified OHSAA rules, three 1 minute periods, Double Elimination, 10pt. technical, Certified Officials
What’s New For 2016?
1. Point System for OAC Seeding Points
2. Team Scoring: Teams MUST register under the SAME team name on TrackWrestling.com
3. More mats!!!
Food: NO outside coolers. Concessions available.
Admission: An admission fee will be collected.
To be qualified Wrestler MUST meet ALL requirements:
1. Must be an Ohio resident
2. 3 years or less experience
3. No OAC state qualification - Prior to the 2015-2016 Season
4. No OYWA state qualification - Prior to the 2015-2016 Season
5. No placing in top 6 in OHIOWAY state, unless 8 or less in bracket - Prior to the 2015-2016 Season
6. No returning Novice State Finalist - 1st or 2nd Place
7. All wrestlers MUST have at least a COPY of their Birth Certificate.
$50 Challenge Fee: See www.NoviceState.com for more information.
Weight Classes:

Division I-VI is for 6th Grade and Younger ONLY:
Division I - 6 & Under
37, 40, 43, 46, 49, 52, 57, 62, 75
Division II - 7 & Under
45, 50, 55, 60, 65, 70, 85
Division III - 8 & Under
45, 50, 55, 60, 65, 70, 75, 80, 90, 120
Division IV - 9 & Under
55, 60, 65, 70, 75, 80, 85, 90, 105, 140
Division V - 10 & Under
55, 60, 65, 70, 75, 80, 85, 90, 105, 140
Division VI – 11U & 12U
68, 75, 80, 85, 95, 105, 115, 140, 180
7th AND 8th Grade MUST Wrestle Division VII:
Division VII - 7th and 8th Graders ONLY
85, 95, 105, 115, 130, 150, 170, 250
Weigh Ins: NO weigh ins day of the tournament. Satellite weigh in locations will be posted at www.NoviceState.com closer to the tournament.
Coaching Bands: All coaches, or anyone sitting in a chair, must wear coach’s bands. Available on-site ONLY
Websites: www.NoviceState.com www.OhioGrapplers.com
“Like Us” on Facebook: Ohio Novice State
Please email questions to [email protected]
For all other questions call Amy Mattin-Fleming 419-330-9556
Tournament Director: Michael Mattin
“Once you’ve wrestled, everything else in life is easy.” Dan Gable
Ohio Grapplers Inc. An Ohio Non-Profit Organization -
Amy MattinIf your team is interested in bringing 10 or more wrestlers please email Amy at [email protected] for a team entry form!
Please register your wrestler at www.TrackWrestling.com!!
Any questions please contact Amy at 419-330-9556 or [email protected]! -
Amy MattinPosted below are the satellite weigh in locations we have so far!
A couple reminders:
1. There is no weight allowance for this tournament.
2. All wrestlers must weigh in prior to the tournament. There are no weigh ins the day of the tournament.
3. Coaches bands are not available for pre-sale. They will be available the day of the tournament.
As always if you have any questions please contact me at 419-330-9556 or [email protected]!
Here are the satellite weigh in locations that we have so far! Please continue to check www.NoviceState.com as more locations will be added!
University of Findlay - Koehler Fitness & Recreation Center
1000 North Main Street
Findlay, Ohio 45840
Saturday 2/20/2016 - Time to be announced
Lakewood High School
9331 Lancers Road
Hebron, Ohio 43025
Tuesday 2/16/2016 from 6:00p-8:00p
Mount Vernon Killer Bees
305 East Pleasant Street
Mount Vernon, Ohio 43050
Wednesday 2/17/2016 from 6:30p-8:00p
Buckeye High School
3044 Columbia Road
Medina, Ohio 44256
Thursday 2/18/2016 from 6:00p-8:00p
Kenton High School
200 Harding Avenue
Kenton, Ohio 43326
Thursday 2/18/2016 from 6:00p-8:00p
Lakota East Youth Wrestling
6840 Lakota Lane
Liberty Township, Ohio 45044
Thursday 2/18/2016 from 5:00p-7:00p
Medina
739 Weymouth Road
Medina, Ohio 44256
Thursday 2/18/2016 from 5:00p-7:00p
Wadsworth High School
625 Broad Street
Wadsworth, Ohio 44281
Thursday 2/18/2016 from 7:00p-8:00p
West End YMCA
37100 Euclid Avenue
Willoughby, Ohio 44094
Thursday 2/18/2016 from 6:00p-8:00p
**Wrestlers can stay and practice with the team if they want**
Fairland Middle School
7875 County Road 109
Proctorville, Ohio 45669
Friday 2/19/2016 from 6:00p-8:00p
**Multi-purpose room, signs will be posted with directions to weigh in area**