Northampton Youth Wrestling · Konkrete Kids

How to be a Konkrete Kids parent

Ten things that matter most.

1. 1
   Love them the same, win or lose. Say it before and after: “I love to watch you wrestle.”
2. 2
   Be a great spectator. Coaches coach, referees ref, wrestlers wrestle. Parents cheer.
3. 3
   Cheer effort, not just results. A loss with real effort is a good day.
4. 4
   Make the car ride a safe place. Let them talk first, and leave the lessons to the coaches.
5. 5
   Keep it fun. Fun is the number one reason kids stay in wrestling.
6. 6
   Don’t compare. Every child grows on their own timeline.
7. 7
   No weight cutting. Youth wrestlers compete at their natural, healthy weight.
8. 8
   Honor the game. Respect referees, opponents, and coaches. Cheer for our team, not against theirs.
9. 9
   Healthy habits first. Good sleep, good food, schoolwork done, and clean gear.
10. 10
    Trust the coaches. Your encouragement and trust in the process make all the difference.

Wrestling belongs to the kids. It’s their thing, not ours.

Built on guidance from USA Wrestling, the American Academy of Pediatrics, Aspen Institute Project Play, and the National Wrestling Coaches Association.