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Wrestling

Wrestling is a type of combat sport involving grappling type techniques. Wrestling is a physical competition usually between two people with the objective of gaining a superior physical position over your opponent.

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Verbal warning

Sports; Wrestling

This is when the referee will warn a wrestler for misconduct and will give out a caution if it happens again.

Technical points

Sports; Wrestling

These are points that are given out for various moves and holds.

Wrestling area

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The wrestling area is that area marked on the mat and is where the wrestlers should be doing their wrestling. It is a different colour from the Passivity Zone and Protection Area.

Weight limits

Sports; Wrestling

There are various weight categories that wrestler wrestle under. The categories range the way from 105 pounds to 286 pounds.

Body press

Sports; Wrestling

When a wrestler is trying to use all of their body weight to pin another wrestler who is on their back on the mat.

Bout

Sports; Wrestling

A bout is two three-minute periods with a 30-second break in-between periods. See Rules of the Game for Details.

Breakdown

Sports; Wrestling

When a wrestler is able to put their opponent on their side or stomach by knocking their hand, elbow or knee away that is providing them support.

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