What should I know and what will my student-athlete need?
Gym Bag to hold:
Wrestling Shoes w/ Socks
(Coaches recommend: Rudis which run a size small, or
Asics which fit true and both are often found at Big 5 or Dick's Sporting Goods)
**Asics is available on RaiseRight**
Wrestling Head Gear
Some options: Rudis, Clif Keen or Asics from Big 5, Dick's or Scheels.
**Scheels is available on RaiseRight**
Mouth Guard (Top and Bottom required for students with Braces)
Wrestling-specific Knee Pad(s)
Towel or Sweat Towels, etc.
Warm-Ups
Hydration - min. 32oz Water Bottle for all day use with electrolytes
Student-Athletes MUST Shower Every Night
TRIMMED FINGERNAILS
Saguaro High School Athletic Fee
Coach communicates Announcements on the Parent Square App
Daily attendance = Better Everyday
Students in EVIT = advise Coach at sign-up
Everyone makes the team!
There are 14 weight classes on Varsity
(1 person per Varsity spot per meet. Fight to keep the spot every week.)
Don't Worry; all beginners go through basic skills training and learn sport rules.
PRE-SEASON WORKOUTS Start: October 1st
Schedule TBD
One week off for fall break.
SEASON BEGINS: NOVEMBER 2ND, 2026
Schedule TBD
Hydration Testing and Weigh-In
*Student-Athletes with a 7% body fat or less will not be allowed to drop weight.
January 1st - 2lb allowance in weight classes
INJURIES AND SKIN
Student-Athletes who have a skin infection cannot participate; will sit-out for up to 2 weeks.
If it's not on the scalp = 72 hours
In the event of an injury = INFORM COACH ASAP (Immediately)
Nicole Edwards = Lead Trainer (PT)
This is a very physical sport.
Cuts, bumps, bruises, bloody noses are part of the sport.
Shoulder, head, knee, ankle, etc. talk to coach.
Online Schedule: AZPREPS365.COM
DIVISION 3, SECTION 2
Saguaro_Sabercats_Wrestling on Instagram
Grades = "C" average (2.0) or Benched for Meets and Tournaments
TEAM Sport
Student-Athletes are to stay the whole Meet
Tournaments (~16hours) can differ
This interview talks about the benefits of BOTH boys and girls wrestling: