Wrestling
Wrestling 2019-2020
Registration Dates:
September 16th – November 10th; 2019
Online Registration; Click here or on the below image.
To register in person:
Homewood Community Center Business Office
1632 Oxmoor Road, Homewood, AL 35209
Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:30pm
Program Eligibility: Kindergarten through 6th grade
Program Fee: Homewood Resident Fee: $90 Non-Resident: $180
Season Dates: October 21, 2019 – February 15, 2020
Practice Days & Times:
Monday, Tuesday & Thursday – 6:00pm-7:30pm
Practice Begins: Monday, October 21st @ 6:00pm
Practice Location:
Homewood Community Center – Event Room
Wrestling Spirit Pack Gear: Spirit Packs are ordered online separate from team registration. Click below link to go to the spirit store (Spirit Store will reopen for orders 10-25-2019 through 11-10-2019.)
https://goearnit.tuosystems.com/stores/homewood2
Basic Spirit Pack will include the 6 items below. The pack will come with a discounted price being purchased as a group. Every item can also be purchased individually but will not have the “Pack” discount. (Click on below image to see large view of items)
Homewood Wrestling program is designed to teach and enhance each individual’s techniques and abilities through technique drilling, live drilling situations and learning new moves and skills as well as enhance their physical conditioning. This is a program that has helped build 5 STATE CHAMPIONSHIP TEAMS at Homewood High School and 35 Individual State Titles! Through the early development of our wrestlers we have built a strong foundation for future success.
To be the best you have to beat the best!
Coaches will concentrate on wrestling technique, situation wrestling, physical conditioning and mental strategies. This program is designed to develop the CHAMPION wrestler! Freestyle and Greco will be introduced. Traveling and competing is encouraged as it is the next step to each athlete’s development.
Alabama Youth Wrestling Organization
For wrestling program questions contact:
Eddie Crocker at ecrocker@homewood.k12.al.us
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. What ages is Homewood Youth Wrestling open to?
A. All children Kindergarten – 6th grade
Q. What is the cost to join Second Season Wrestling?
A. Registration fees: Homewood Resident: $85.00 Non-Resident: $170.00
Q. How do I register?
A. You can register online at www.homewoodparks.com (or) at the Business Office located at 1632 Oxmoor Road, Homewood, AL 35209.
Q. What equipment will I need to buy?
A. Wrestling shoes. Recommended equipment: head gear and mouth piece.
Q. Will my child have to wrestle bigger kids?
A. No, wrestlers are matched by weight, age and experience.
Q. Are there a lot of injuries in wrestling?
A. No, wrestling is an intense physically demanding sport, but the high ratio of officials to competitors (1 for every 2) makes serious injuries extremely rare. The most common injuries are nothing more than bumps, bruises, and bloody noses.
Q. Does wrestling promote aggressive, violent behavior?
A. Absolutely not. Wrestling promotes sportsmanship, respect, work ethic, achievement and confidence. Most good wrestlers off the mat are quiet, respectful and humble.
Q. Will my child have to lose weight?
A. No. Weight loss is not encouraged but don’t be surprised if they lose some weight naturally as wrestling is very physical and works all parts of the body. The decision to lose weight is that of the wrestler and their parents, not the coaches. Weight loss by lean wrestlers is discouraged by the coaching staff.
Q. What is expected of a Homewood Parks & Recreation wrestler?
A. Each wrestler is expected to be at every practice and match on time and work hard. Each wrestler is expected to pay attention and not be disruptive during practice or matches. If your child is continually disruptive they will be asked to leave practice or the match. We only have a few hours a week to practice and quality practice time is crucial.
Q. What are the expectations of parents?
A. Be supportive and positive. Positive participation is beneficial to everyone. During matches be respectful of all officials, parents, coaches and wrestlers. Do not argue with officials or opposing parents or coaches. Do not speak negatively about team mates or opposing wrestlers. Be classy. Space in the wrestling room is limited so if you choose to watch practice, sit quietly and let your son do his best. If you have other children with you make sure they are quiet and do not disrupt practice.