2020/21 BHS Wrestling Handbook

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BRUSH BEETDIGGER WRESTLING
2020/21
Wrestler and Parent Handbook
 
Head Coach
Aaron Quinlin
 
Assistant Coaches
Cole Kembel
​Louis Hernandez 
Richie Grauberger
Vicky Quinlin
 
 
Principal
Scott Hodgson
 
Assistant Principal/Athletic Director
Bradley Bass
 
BRUSH HIGH SCHOOL
1600 MIll Street
BRUSH, CO 80723
(970)842-5171


Ways of Communication
Web Page
Beetdigger Wrestling is a great source for information. The site contains the history of Brush Wrestling, schedules, results, a calendar and much more. Check in on www.beetdiggerwrestling.com for tons of wrestling news and updates
Facebook
www.facebook.com/diggerwrestling
Twitter
www.twitter.com/beetdiggerwr
 
Coach Quinlin- a.quinlin@brushschools.org  (970)380-4370
 
Brush 2020-2021 Team Goals

• 3.5 Team GPA – ACADEMIC ALL STATE TEAM
• Create reliable, responsible, hard-working student athletes
• Support Teammates
• Grow as a family
• Help each student-athlete meet their academic and athletic goals
• Become better wrestlers
• Have Fun, and create a love for the sport
• Top 4 League Title
• Top 4 team at Regionals
• Top 15 team at State Tournament

 
Our Philosophy
Wrestling is a sport that builds character. Our sport has a culture that is unique to us. Our team will not find success without commitment, dedication, and hard work. Brush is rich with wrestling tradition and it is our job to maintain the integrity of that tradition. We know that every individual will achieve at different levels, but our goal is that every individual on our team gains something valuable from this sport. We will demand the same commitment from everyone on our team. Every individual with their own uniqueness has the opportunity to take part in our sport. We are different, but it is our differences that make us great. Wrestlers are pushed harder, farther, and longer than any other sport. We transform kids into young adults not only physically, but also in terms of understanding the value of commitment, accountability, and responsibility.


School Attendance
Brush wrestlers are expected to be in class learning and contributing to the learning process. All student-athletes are expected to place a value on education and prioritize academics above athletics. Just like in athletics, your attitude and effort is always within your control in the classroom. Proper time management is essential in order to enjoy success. Starting January 18th any unexcused absence from class will result in student-athletes missing the next competition, or wrestle off. The 2nd unexcused absence in a 4 week period may result in student-athletes being suspended for 1 week of competition and forfeiting their varsity status. A 3rd unexcused absence in the same 4 week period may result in dismissal from the team. If your student athlete has a Dr. appointment or anything else that will keep them from attending class please notify the office and Coach Quinlin prior to missing class.
 

Grade Policy 
Student–Athletes that choose to join the wrestling team will be held to a higher academic policy. Any student-athlete that has two grades on the down list D or lower or 1 F will not practice but instead meet with the teacher in the class and do the missing work, or corrections in the teacher’s classroom or wrestling office. I understand teachers sometimes misplace papers or do not put grades in on time, if you feel this is the case please notify Coach Quinlin immediately and he will contact the teacher and try to resolve the problem.
 
Practice
Morning conditioning begins at 6:30am sharp. This morning portion of our practice schedule is not optional. Not having a ride is not an excuse to miss practice. Contact Coach Quinlin if you will need a ride in the mornings. Morning practice is critical to our early season and postseason success. It allows us to spend more time in the afternoons going over technique and wrestling. Practice begins at 3:30 p.m, each athlete will check his/her weight before AND after practice and record the correct weight in the wrestling office. Being ready for practice means you should be weighed in, dressed out, shoes on, in the room, and ready to go. If there is a reason that you must miss practice (i.e. illness or family emergency) contact Coach Quinlin. Do not rely on a teammate to relay this information for you. Failure to contact coach will result in an unexcused absence. Three unexcused absences may result in dismissal from the team. All wrestlers are required to attend and be on time to all practices, team meetings, and events whether they are able to participate or not (i.e. skin conditions, sprains, etc). Lack of attending practices or meets for such conditions will result in an unexcused absence. Leaving events prior to being excused by Coach Quinlin will also result in an unexcused absence.
 
Practice Attendance
Coaches must be notified of an absence in advance for it to be considered excused. The only exception is when an emergency occurs. An excused absence must be prearranged in person. There is no excuse for missing training. If an athlete must miss practice even with an excused absence they are required to make it up. Not as a punishment but to not be behind in conditioning and training. Excused absences must be made up the same as unexcused absences. Failure to make up an excused absence will result in an unexcused absence. An athlete’s inability to practice even if excused may affect his/her eligibility to compete that week. An athlete’s eligibility to compete within the week will be up to the discretion of the head coach. An unexcused absence is any absence from practice, competition, or event that has not been approved by Coach Quinlin (events include helping clean up after matches and tournaments). Failure to verbally contact your coaches in person will result in an unexcused absence. An athlete will be ineligible for competition until all missed practices are made up.
First unexcused: Make up missed time with the coach at the earliest opportunity.
Second unexcused: Same as above plus a 1-week suspension from all competition.
Third unexcused: Turn in gear.
In order to accomplish the goals set by the team and the coaches we need a system to hold our athletes accountable. We also need parents to support our role in helping the members of this team learn accountability and responsibility. If athletes miss practices, competitions, or events for any reason, they are expected to make up that time
  
TEAM CAPTAINS
Appointment of Team captains shall be chosen by the members of the wrestling team, and approved by the coaching staff. Careful consideration should be taken when picking team captains. Only those who exhibit strong leadership skills will be approved by the coaching staff. Team captains can be removed by the coaching staff if it is determined their actions do not best represent the team. Team Captain Responsibilities: A team captain’s responsibility is to monitor and maintain the entire teams’ credibility. Team captains must help the coaches monitor wrestlers during practice, meets, in school and after school activities. Team captains are responsible for leading the team during pre-match warm-ups, and representing the team during a coin toss. Other duties of the team captains are to organize daily cleaning of the mat. Lead by Example, Leading by example means taking part, not just delegating. Demonstrate what it takes to excel in athletics and academics. Be on time! Work hard! Be a good sport! All members of the Brush wrestling team are representatives of our school and our sport. Do what you are supposed to be doing when you are supposed to be doing it. As a student athlete you should put high priorities on both class work and practice. Make sure you and your teammates are taking care of both
 
TEAM EXPECTATIONS
Respect your team, your room, and your equipment In order to accomplish our goals (both individual and team) we need to rely on each other to make us the best we can be. We are not competing against each other; we are competing against other teams. Help build up your teammates with positive remarks and constructive criticism.
 
Competition
All team members are expected to be on time to leave for an event. If a student-athlete is late to a departure time they may be left behind, this will count as an unexcused absence. If you need a ride or a wakeup call please inform the coaches the day before.  Student-athletes will be required to sit with the team and support their teammates during competition. All athletes are required to wear team-issued gear while at team events. The only visible logo on your gear other than manufactures should be Brush Wrestling. Student-athletes are expected to follow all rules and guidelines at all times. All athletes are expected to ride to and from competitions together. Only the head coach can excuse an athlete from riding with the team. Athletes will be excused from riding with the team only with a valid reason and after signing them out with Coach Quinlin. Athletes should follow the directions of all coaches. If team rules are broken while on a road trip arrangements will be made to send the athlete home immediately. After home meets, wrestlers are expected to stay and help put everything away. No one goes home until it is completely cleaned up.
 
Rules and Regulations
1.) All school policies will be followed and enforced.
2.) Absolutely no harassment, bullying, or hazing will be tolerated. Students-athletes caught doing so will be turned over to administration.
3.) Win with class and lose with class. You’re representing your teammates, your school, your family and yourself. Make everyone proud of Brush wrestling. Never demean your opponent in any way – no taunting or showing up an opponent. Keep personal celebrations on the mat in line; share your joys and frustrations with teammates and coaches away from the mat.
5.) Behavior in the practice room, locker rooms and at matches will be professional at all times. Disrespecting of Coaches, Referees, or Teammates will not be tolerated at any time. Such behavior will result in disciplinary action.
6.) Student-athletes must know and adhere to the BHS Athletic Handbook when using social media. Individuals should be aware of the effect their actions may have on their images as well as the image of Brush Wrestling and BHS athletics. The information individuals post or publish may be public information for a long time. Student-athletes should be aware that the coaching staff, parents, fans and teachers may observe content and information made available by social media. Student-athletes should use their best judgment in posting material that is neither inappropriate nor harmful. Although not an exclusive list, some specific examples of prohibited social media conduct include posting commentary, content or image that are defamatory, pornographic, proprietary, harassing, or drug related. Social media is a great tool when you use it correctly, misuse will result in disciplinary action and possible suspension or removal from the team.
7.) Tobacco, alcohol, or any other illegal substance use will result in a suspension or dismissal from the team.
8.) Team curfew will be as follows- 10pm on weeknights and 12pm on weekends breaking curfew may result in suspension or dismissal from the team
8.) Student-athletes will be required to shower at school after practice. This is to help eliminate the possibility of skin funk. Defense soap will be provided to all student-athletes. You must wear clean gear every day to practice and routinely wash knee pads and wipe down head gear to help reduce the chance of contracting or spreading a skin infection. Any possible rash or infection must be reported to coaches immediately and if need be treated by a doctor.
9.) All school issued singlets, bags, gear or equipment must be turned in at the end of the season. Student-athletes who do not turn gear in will be billed for it.
 
 NFHS Boys Wrestling Weights
106, 113, 120, 126, 132, 138, 145, 152, 160, 170, 182, 195, 220, 285
CHSAA Girls Wrestling Weights
100, 105, 111, 118, 127, 136, 147, 161, 185, 215

Weight loss is not a requirement. That is a decision that is made between the student-athlete and their parents.
Student-athletes must have a doctor and parent signed weight certification on file prior to competition.
 
Wrestle Off’s

1. Wrestle offs will occur every week until the last week in February.
2. All wrestle offs will happen on Monday and Tuesday of the week.
3. You must be within 5 lbs. of the weight you are challenging for on Monday and 4 lbs. on Tuesday.
4. To participate in wrestle offs you must be in a singlet and headgear with laces taped, same as a dual meet or tournament
5. We will have a certified official ref wrestle offs
6. In the first wrestle off of the year returning regional participants will only need to win the first match to secure their varsity spot.
   1. If there is no previous years regional participant at the weight, then it is best 2 out of 3
   2. The challenger must win 2 of 3 matches to secure a varsity spot
7. If there is more than one challenger at a weight names will be placed into a hat and a random draw will occur to “seed” wrestlers in a challenge tournament.
   1. 3 challengers
      1. Round 1: 1-bye, 2vs3
      2. Round 2: winner of 2vs3 vs 1
      3. Round 3: winner of challenge bracket vs Varsity wrestler
   2. 4 challengers
      1. Round 1: 1vs4, 2vs3
      2. Round 2: above winners
      3. Round 3: winner of challenge matches vs Varsity wrestler
8. Once you secure your varsity spot, a win in the first challenge match the following week will secure your spot.
9. A wrestler may only challenge at one weight per week
   1. The only exception to this is the final wrestle off of the year in which a wrestler may go up or down if there is an open weight in the roster

 
Lettering
To earn a varsity letter in Brush Wrestling student-athletes

1. must finish the season eligible
2. in good standing with the school
3. turn all their gear in
4. compete at regionals
   1. or obtain 45 team points in varsity competition.
      1. 6pts win by fall
      2. 5pts win by tech-fall
      3. 4pts win by major decision
      4. 3pts win by decision
      5. various team points by placing in tournament

 
All – Conference and other awards
All – Conference is voted on by the league coaches at the end of the season and is typically based on performance in league competition. To be eligible for nomination as a Brush Wrestler for all–conference and other awards student-athletes must be academically eligible, good students, good citizens and represent Brush well. 

2020-2021 CHSAA WRESTLING COVID19 VARIANCES WHEN PRACTICING 
• All practice shall occur with no more than 25 student-athletes in the gym. 
• Personnel should be kept to essential workers only. 
• Stay at least six feet apart from other players when not involved in a physical activity. 
• Modify drills or activities to limit/reduce potential violations of social distancing requirements. Work within pods or small groups to limit the contact between players. Practice partners must stay the same for the week. 
• Eliminate high fives, huddles, and reduce intimate team meetings. Coaches should avoid a pre/post practice organizational (all levels) meetings. Coaches may meet briefly with their specific team, but as much logistical communication/information that can be shared via email or website is ideal. 
• Coaches and managers should use hand whistles as opposed to regular whistles when possible. 
• Avoid touching your face after any wrestling practice. Wash your hands promptly if you have touched your eyes, nose or mouth. 
• Do not share food, drinks, towels, or personal equipment. 
• Equipment is wiped down after each “pod” is finished 
• School districts must have appropriate cleaning supplies on hand 
• Practices limited to eight hours a week. 
• Remain apart from other players when taking a break. Keep water bottles spaced away from each other. Players should provide their own water bottles and hand sanitizer, and should use it every time they have a break. 
• Everyone inside the gym is required to wear a mask at all times EXCEPT players actively participate on the mat. Masked individuals include: non-active players, managers, and coaches.
 • Students shall wear their own workout clothing (do not share clothing), and individual clothing/towels must be washed and cleaned after every workout. 
• Wrestling mats to be disinfected prior to the start of each practice and at the conclusion of each practice. 

MODIFIED REGULAR SEASON 
• Limit travel and schedule to eliminate overnight stays when possible. Geographical and regional competition is strongly encouraged.
• Wrestling mats are to be disinfected prior to competition and at the conclusion of each dual meet. 
• To maintain social distancing, weigh-ins for local teams must be done and certified at home high school prior to arrival at host site. Official weight sheet with coach signature must be provided to host school upon arrival along with Covid Symptom Tracker sheet(s). 
• Duals (2), Tri’s (3), Quad’s (4) only, no multi-team tournaments. 
• Regular season meets are limited to four (4) teams in attendance. 
• Regular season meets are limited to twenty-five (25) athletes in the competitive gym at one time. 
• Two teams may dual (25 athletes) and maximum of two non-competing teams must be housed as individual teams separate from each other outside of the competitive gym. 
• Wrestling mats are to be disinfected at the conclusion of each dual meet before the two non-competing teams enter the competition space for the next dual meet. 
• Everyone inside the gym is required to wear a mask at all times EXCEPT player actively participation on the mat. Masked individuals include: non-active players, managers, and coaches. 
• Wrestlers may remove their face covering after checking in at the scorer’s table and attaching their ankle band (if applicable). The coach in either the corner or on the bench may hold the face covering during the match. At the conclusion of the match, the wrestler must immediately replace the face covering. 
• Officials must always wear a face covering at the hosting site of an event, including when arriving, departing, and during all other normal duties both on and off the mat. 
• While conducting matches, officials should wear a face covering that covers their mouth and nose. This can be a mask, gaiter, shield or combination. 
• The official shall conduct the coin toss and sportsmanship reminder with the head coach of each team in a socially distant manner. 
• An electronic whistle is recommended. Traditional whistles may be used, but must be covered while on the mat. Traditional whistles should be cleaned regularly during and after each event.
 • Officials should never touch the wrestlers and should always maintain a safe distance from the wrestlers. 
• At the conclusion of a match, the official will instruct the winning wrestler to raise his/her hand while also raising his/her own hand with the same-colored wrist band. 
• Officials must use hand sanitizer should be used between matches. Disposable gloves may be worn if they are replaced in between matches. 




MODIFIED POST SEASON FORMAT 
• Regional tournaments must be two-day events. 112 student-athletes may participate on day one, weight classes 106 thru 145 (7). 112 student-athletes may participate on day two, weight classes 152 thru 285 (7).
• Maximum of 24 student-athletes on the competition floor at one time.
• No consolation bracket until final four per weight class. 
• To maintain social distancing, weigh-ins must be done and certified at home high school prior to arrival at host site. Official weight sheet with coach signature must be provided to host school upon arrival along with Covid Symptom Tracker sheet(s). 
• Two student-athletes from each boys region advance to state, four from each girls region. 
• CHSAA State Championship will be two single day events. 8-man brackets in each weight class.
• One weight class in the arena at a time (24 maximum wrestlers). Weight class escorted out prior to next weight class entering the arena. 
• Wrestling mats are to be disinfected at the conclusion of each round. 
• All regular season officials’ mandates would remain in effect.

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2020/21 BHS Wrestling Important Dates 
January 18th: CHSAA Official Start Date
January 18th: 2lb Allowance  
January 20th: Parent Meeting
January 21st: First Wrestle Off
January 25th: CHSAA Official First Competition Date 
March 5/6th: Boys/Girls Regionals 
March 12/13th: Boys/Girls State

2021 Brush High School Wrestling Schedule
Date
Time
Tourney/Dual
Location

Tues, Jan. 26th#
4:00 PM
Resurrection Christian @ Brush
Brush#

Tues, Jan. 26th#
5:00 PM
Estes Park @ Brush
Brush#

Tues, Jan. 26th#
6:00 PM
Lutheran @ Brush
Brush#

Fri, Feb. 5th 
6:00 PM
Brush vs. Eaton
Eaton

Sat, Feb. 6th  
1:00 PM
Wiggins @Brush
Brush

Wed, Feb. 10th#

Brush vs. Fort Lupton
Fort Lupton#

Wed, Feb. 10th#

Brush vs. Arvada
Fort Lupton#

Wed, Feb. 10th#

Brush vs. Standley Lake
Fort Lupton#

Thurs, Feb. 11th
6:30 PM
Brush @University
University 

Saturday, Feb. 13th* 
10:00 AM
Platte Valley @Brush
Brush*

Saturday, Feb. 13th* 
12:00 PM
Yuma @Brush
Brush*

Thursday, Feb. 18th*
6:00 PM
Brush vs. Wray
Wray*

Thursday, Feb. 18th*
7:00 PM
Brush vs. Merino/Akron
Wray*

Fri. Feb. 19th 
6:30 PM
Brush @Sterling
Sterling

Fri. Feb. 19th 

Brush v. 
Sterling

Sat. Feb. 20th #
12:00 PM
Alamosa @Brush
Brush#

Sat. Feb. 20th #
1:00 PM
Gunnison @Brush
Brush#

Sat. Feb. 20th #
2:00 PM
Valley @Brush
Brush#

Thur. Feb. 25th
5:00 PM
Weld Central @Brush (WC and Wiggins)
Brush

Fri. Feb. 26th or 25th
6:30 PM
League Crossover
Brush

March 5th and 6th
TBD
Regionals
TBD

March 12th and 13th
TBD
State Finals
TBD

* denotes Triangular
# denotes Quadrangular