PARTICIPANT WEIGH-IN GUIDELINES

Please Read Closely & Adhere to These Regulations!

Please use the form Skin Condition NFHS Medical Clearance Form located below or on the Rules Page.

NFHS MEDICAL CLEARANCE FORM - Present with ANY Existing Skin Condition! (MUST HAVE A DOCTOR'S CURRENT SIGNATURE.)

WEIGHT ALLOWANCE  {0 .2 lbs. allowed for singlet} Weight allowance differs between tournaments AND age group divisions – check online tournament information.

Those with an ongoing skin condition must bring the NFHS Medical Clearance form signed by a doctor. The head official and trainer have the final say on whether a wrestler with a skin condition is allowed to compete.

SAVE TIME - Clip your fingernails in advance! Nails should be short enough not to be felt when you push in on the finger end. 

Wrestlers are not allowed to perform weight loss activities anywhere in the weigh-in or mat area. To do so may jeopardize your participation in the event.

WEIGH-IN ATTIRE – Boys & Girls

·         Wear your wrestling gear – either a singlet or a two-piece compression shirt and shorts. Shorts must be tight-fitting, without pockets.

·        Do not report in underwear or a sports bra!

·         BOYS & GIRLS: Leave your singlet or two-piece uniform in place for a skin check. Do NOT remove your straps.

NEW NFHS UNIFORM GUIDELINES: All contestants wearing a one-piece singlet shall wear a suitable undergarment that completely covers the buttocks and groin area. Female wrestlers wearing a one-piece singlet shall wear a sports bra that completely covers their breasts and minimizes the risk of exposure. (Rule 4.1.c)

SKIN CHECK

  • Each athlete must be checked for communicable diseases before s/he is allowed to participate.

  • If you have a skin condition that has been treated by a medical professional, you must present this documentation to the official conducting weigh-ins.

  • The official will record the names of all individuals who have skin question concerns.

  • The athlete may still be required to have a trainer evaluate and cover a present condition.

  • The Head Official and the trainer have the authority to declare any athlete unable to participate.

  • Please cut your fingernails in advance of weigh-ins. Athletes may still be asked to trim nails on-site.

  • All special equipment should be brought to weigh-ins for inspection and approval by an official.

PARENTS, COACHES, & ADULTS

  • Adults may accompany athletes to the skin check area.

  • 8 and Under Wrestlers - Only 1 adult may accompany the athlete to the weigh-in scale.

  • 9 and Above Wrestlers - No adults allowed in the weigh-in area. No exceptions!

GENERAL GUIDELINES

  • No exercising directly in the vicinity of weigh-ins or in view of athletes lined up to weigh in.

  • No running, horseplay, or wrestling in the weigh-in area at any time.

  • Wrestlers enter through the skin check area and exit through the scales (not return the same way).

  • Male and female wrestlers should weigh in with a singlet or wrestling uniform (shirt and shorts).

  • Keep straps up. No on-site stripping down to change into a singlet.

  • Mouthpieces for braces are highly recommended for safety though not required.

MAKING WEIGHT

  • There are pre check weight check scales in the weigh-in area.

  • If you are overweight, leave the area to exercise. If an official observes an athlete engaged in weight-loss activity, by NFHS rule s/he has the authority to disqualify the wrestler.

  • If the wrestler does not make weight, s/he may weigh in on a 2nd scale.

  • If a wrestler leaves the weigh-in area to make weight, s/he must return before the close of weigh-ins.

  • If a wrestler does not make the intended weight class, s/he may elect to weigh in for a higher weight class (no additional charge).