The Naperville Wrestling Club sent 3 wrestlers to the 2009 IKWF State Tournament. Luke Roth, Graham Novak and Louie Gionvanetti proudly represented the Panthers, and wrestled in Rockford the same way they wrestled all year ... with guts, effort and class.
Graham & Louie were knocked out of the medal chase, but Luke Roth climbed his way through the wrestle backs to capture 7th place!! It was a memorable weekend.
Louie and Graham will be back next season, anxious to return to Rockford along with a number of their teammates. The 2008 - 2009 season was one of great strides; coaching, leadership, parent support, wrestler development, individual character and sportsmanship were areas in which the club saw tremendous gains. There are many Panther wrestler who should set their sites on Rockford for 2010.
Although the season just ended many of us are ready for next November.
The next big event is the season-ending Banquet. See details on the Calendar, and be sure to RSVP to Joanne Weaver. The Banquet is always a fun time.
Thanks for a great season!
Sunday, March 15, 2009
Wednesday, March 11, 2009
Panthers Send Three to IKWF State
What an exciting past few weeks. The Naperville Wrestling Club is proud of the 3 team members who earned trips to the State Championship Tournament in Rockford, IL, March 13 - 14.
Luke Roth, Louie Giovanetti and Graham Novak qualified for the State Tournament based on their performances at the Sectional Tournament on March 7. You can follow their progress at www.trackwrestling.com - just select IKWF State Tournament from the list of events on the home page and click on "enter."
In addition to these three young men, the coaching staff would like to congratulate all the Panthers who competed in the State Series over the past two weeks. We could not be more proud of the effort, intensity and sportsmanship displayed by our club members. Also to be recognized are all the parents who stepped forward this past season to volunteer their time and talents in so many different ways. This club is poised to take a giant step forward!
The annual post-season Banquet will take place on March 25th. If you have not yet RSVP'd please do so as soon as possible.
Coach Rob Porter has started his Spring/Summer training for Freestyle & Greco Roman wrestling. More information is available on the web site.
The coaches are considering the addition of a one-night-per-week session during which wrestlers can come to work out and continue their training. An announcement on details should be forthcoming in the very near future.
Also, watch the web site for information about Summer Camps & Clinics. Summer is a great time to learn new technique and sharpen your skills.
Luke Roth, Louie Giovanetti and Graham Novak qualified for the State Tournament based on their performances at the Sectional Tournament on March 7. You can follow their progress at www.trackwrestling.com - just select IKWF State Tournament from the list of events on the home page and click on "enter."
In addition to these three young men, the coaching staff would like to congratulate all the Panthers who competed in the State Series over the past two weeks. We could not be more proud of the effort, intensity and sportsmanship displayed by our club members. Also to be recognized are all the parents who stepped forward this past season to volunteer their time and talents in so many different ways. This club is poised to take a giant step forward!
The annual post-season Banquet will take place on March 25th. If you have not yet RSVP'd please do so as soon as possible.
Coach Rob Porter has started his Spring/Summer training for Freestyle & Greco Roman wrestling. More information is available on the web site.
The coaches are considering the addition of a one-night-per-week session during which wrestlers can come to work out and continue their training. An announcement on details should be forthcoming in the very near future.
Also, watch the web site for information about Summer Camps & Clinics. Summer is a great time to learn new technique and sharpen your skills.
Monday, February 16, 2009
Great Showing in Danville!!
The club's annual road trip to down I-57/I-74 was a tremendous success and a whole lot of fun. From fun in the pool to plenty of laughs in the "hospitality suite," the wrestlers and parents had a great time getting to know each other. Dinner plans got a little messy, but improvisation on the fly and everyone seemed to enjoy the time together.
Sunday started with a "bang" as our very own Coach Anthony Cesaretti wowed the the crowd with his singing of Our National Anthem. The boys seemed to feed off the excitement as the team posted the most 1st Round wins at this event in several years. We had several brackets that included multiple Panthers; the boys, despited having to wrestle each other in many cases, had great showings and a whole lot of "hardware" made the trip back north.
Now we must look forward. After our last regular season event at Conant High School on 2/22 the team will begin preparations for the IKWF State Series. Our Regional Tournament will take place on Sunday, March 1, at Elgin High School. The top 6 finishers in each bracket (Midgets, Novice & Seniors) will advance to Sectionals, March 7, at East Aurora High School. From there, the top 3 in each Novice & Senior Division bracket advance to the State Championship Tournament in Rockford, IL, on March 12, 13 & 14.
Those planning to wrestle at Regionals should plan to attend as many practices as possible, and be prepared to put in some hard work. Your goals should include a trip to Rockford, and to achieve that you must put in the effort. The coaches and parents are here to support the wrestlers, we'll do what we can to get the athletes ready, but a competitor must he prepared and that preparation relies heavily on their willingness to put in the time and effort.
There's been great growth and development, both as a club and by so many individuals. We're confident that development and success will continue over the final month of the season.
Sunday started with a "bang" as our very own Coach Anthony Cesaretti wowed the the crowd with his singing of Our National Anthem. The boys seemed to feed off the excitement as the team posted the most 1st Round wins at this event in several years. We had several brackets that included multiple Panthers; the boys, despited having to wrestle each other in many cases, had great showings and a whole lot of "hardware" made the trip back north.
Now we must look forward. After our last regular season event at Conant High School on 2/22 the team will begin preparations for the IKWF State Series. Our Regional Tournament will take place on Sunday, March 1, at Elgin High School. The top 6 finishers in each bracket (Midgets, Novice & Seniors) will advance to Sectionals, March 7, at East Aurora High School. From there, the top 3 in each Novice & Senior Division bracket advance to the State Championship Tournament in Rockford, IL, on March 12, 13 & 14.
Those planning to wrestle at Regionals should plan to attend as many practices as possible, and be prepared to put in some hard work. Your goals should include a trip to Rockford, and to achieve that you must put in the effort. The coaches and parents are here to support the wrestlers, we'll do what we can to get the athletes ready, but a competitor must he prepared and that preparation relies heavily on their willingness to put in the time and effort.
There's been great growth and development, both as a club and by so many individuals. We're confident that development and success will continue over the final month of the season.
Wednesday, January 21, 2009
Half-Way Point
Well, maybe we're a little further than half-way ... but the wrestlers are making terrific progress. Several more experienced wrestlers have turned in great performances, and all the younger/newer team members are making great progress in their technique and development. KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK!
Now, just a few notes to bring wrestlers and parents up to date with the latest club events.
1. Tournament Fee Payment Envelopes are now available. See Alex Kuhel at practice to obtain an envelop to help expedite payment for the final 3 (or 4 including Midget State) events of the season.
* Danville Spartan Rumble (2/15, Danville, IL): $20 - Entry form is on the web site.
* Cougar Classic (2/22, Conant H.S.): $15
* IKWF Regionals (3/1, TBA): $12 - Midget, Novice & Senior wrestlers who finish in the Top 6 advance to the Sectional Tournament (3/7, East Aurora H.S.). Novice & Senior div. wrestlers finishing in the Top 3 of their bracket advance to the IKWF State Tournament (3/12, 13 & 14, Rockford, IL).
* Midget State (3/20-22, Danville, IL) ALL wrestlers age 8, 9 & 10 are eligible to compete.
2. The Panthers will host 3 other teams in our room on Monday, Jan. 26, for a dual meet. We will match up wrestlers according to age, weight & yrs. exp. as best we can to provide competitors with a good experience. Please let the coaches know if you plan to attend. This is a good opportunity for inexperienced wrestles to gain good match experience.
3. Please do your best to attend as many practices as your schedule permits. Remember, Black Team members are asked to attend either Wed. or Sat. practice IN ADDITION to the regular Tues. & Thurs. practices.
4. The Pantherwear order will be placed on Jan. 28th. There are few new items & a NEW order form is available on the web site.
5. Lastly, the first-edition Naperville Panthers Wrestling window decals are now available for only $5. Please support the club and purchase a decal for your home or car.
As always, if you have any questions or concerns please feel free to speak with any member of the coaching staff and we will do our best to help you.
Now, just a few notes to bring wrestlers and parents up to date with the latest club events.
1. Tournament Fee Payment Envelopes are now available. See Alex Kuhel at practice to obtain an envelop to help expedite payment for the final 3 (or 4 including Midget State) events of the season.
* Danville Spartan Rumble (2/15, Danville, IL): $20 - Entry form is on the web site.
* Cougar Classic (2/22, Conant H.S.): $15
* IKWF Regionals (3/1, TBA): $12 - Midget, Novice & Senior wrestlers who finish in the Top 6 advance to the Sectional Tournament (3/7, East Aurora H.S.). Novice & Senior div. wrestlers finishing in the Top 3 of their bracket advance to the IKWF State Tournament (3/12, 13 & 14, Rockford, IL).
* Midget State (3/20-22, Danville, IL) ALL wrestlers age 8, 9 & 10 are eligible to compete.
2. The Panthers will host 3 other teams in our room on Monday, Jan. 26, for a dual meet. We will match up wrestlers according to age, weight & yrs. exp. as best we can to provide competitors with a good experience. Please let the coaches know if you plan to attend. This is a good opportunity for inexperienced wrestles to gain good match experience.
3. Please do your best to attend as many practices as your schedule permits. Remember, Black Team members are asked to attend either Wed. or Sat. practice IN ADDITION to the regular Tues. & Thurs. practices.
4. The Pantherwear order will be placed on Jan. 28th. There are few new items & a NEW order form is available on the web site.
5. Lastly, the first-edition Naperville Panthers Wrestling window decals are now available for only $5. Please support the club and purchase a decal for your home or car.
As always, if you have any questions or concerns please feel free to speak with any member of the coaching staff and we will do our best to help you.
Friday, December 19, 2008
Keep Up The Good Work!
Through seven weeks of practice and two tournaments we've seen a great deal of effort and improvement from everyone on the team. We're very proud of what you have accomplished so far.
The coaches just want to remind all the wrestlers that now is not the time to become satisfied. This is the time to demand more from yourself. Work harder in practice and work harder during competition; when you walk off the mat know that you've just given 100%!
The holidays will require us to cut a few practices from the schedule please do your best to attend the practices that will be held. Use these practices to refine the skills you've already learned, and add a few new skills to your arsenal for later in the season.
Thanks to all the parents who have been so diligent about bringing their children to practices, shuttling them to tournaments and enduring long days in the bleachers. We appreciate your efforts.
A very special thank you to all the parents who have stepped forward to assist with clothing orders, tournament registration, organization of the Panthers Duals on 12/28 and all the activities and events that will occur that day. The Club is nothing without strong support of parents - so again, THANK YOU!
Lastly - Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays & Happy New Year!
The coaches just want to remind all the wrestlers that now is not the time to become satisfied. This is the time to demand more from yourself. Work harder in practice and work harder during competition; when you walk off the mat know that you've just given 100%!
The holidays will require us to cut a few practices from the schedule please do your best to attend the practices that will be held. Use these practices to refine the skills you've already learned, and add a few new skills to your arsenal for later in the season.
Thanks to all the parents who have been so diligent about bringing their children to practices, shuttling them to tournaments and enduring long days in the bleachers. We appreciate your efforts.
A very special thank you to all the parents who have stepped forward to assist with clothing orders, tournament registration, organization of the Panthers Duals on 12/28 and all the activities and events that will occur that day. The Club is nothing without strong support of parents - so again, THANK YOU!
Lastly - Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays & Happy New Year!
Monday, November 17, 2008
IMPORTANT DATES!
UPCOMING TOURNAMENTS
Registration for the first 3 weekends of tournament must be complete by this Thursday, November 20, 2008 at 7:45pm - No Exceptions. Envelopes are available in the main wrestling room this week.
Date Price Event Name Location
12/07/08 $16.00 Little Spartan Open @ Romeoville HS
12/14/08 $15.00 MadDog Open @ Schaumburg HS
12/14/08 $15.00 Cougar Rookie Roundup @ Downers Grove South HS
12/21/08 $20.00 V-L Cougar Classic @ Glenbard North HS, Carol Stream
12/21/08 $15.00 4th Ann. Rookie Challnge @ Lincoln-Way Central HS, New Lenox
*The two Rookie Tournaments are open to first and second year wrestlers only*
PANTHERWEAR ORDERS:
In order to be guaranteed for Christmas Delivery, Panther Wear oders must be submitted by this Thursday, November 20, 2008 at 7:45pm -- No Exceptions. Order forms are available in the main wrestling room this week. There will be two other dates, later this season for supplemental orders.
UNIFORMS
Uniforms will be issues tomorrow, Tuesday, November 18, 2008 at practice to all wrestlers who have written their deposit check. If your uniform does not fit, we will exchange before Thursday's team pictures.
PICTURE NIGHT
Individual and Team Photos will be taken in the main wrestling room on Thursday, November 20, 2008 from 6:00pm - 7:45pm. Please ensure your wrestler wears his/her singlet and team shirt to practice. Even if you are not interested in photos of your child, please attend for those families that enjoy the memory of a team photo.
LAST CALL FOR REGISTRATION
If you have freiends that are interested in Naperville Wrestling Club, Registration for the 2008-2009 Naperville Panther Wrestling team will close at 7:00pm, Wednesday, November 19th, 2008.
After this date, only wrestlers with prior wrestling experience will be considered for membership.
No applications will be accepted after February 6th, 2009; this is the day prior to the IKWF eligibility cutoff for the 2008-2009 state series tournaments.
Parents' Scoring Clinic, Thursday, November 20, 2008 from 6:00pm - 6:45pm
I thought I knew wrestling when I joined the club 4 years ago, but in the 20 years I had been off the mat, many rules had changed! Over the last few years I have listened to "New Parents" asked many questions we should have had the foresight to answer in advance.
As a result, we are putting on this program - Naperville Wrestling Parents' Scoring Clinic to update people on the rules of IKWF Wrestling
* What to expect at Sunday tournaments (Mike Riordan)
- Tournament Registration
- Weigh-ins
- Bracketing
- The "Bull Pen"
- The Match(es)
* The anatomy of a wrestling match (Rob Porter); Includes;
- Duration and Starting Position(s) for all three period
- Point Scoring
- Potentially Dangerous Moves
- Illegal Moves
- Penalties
- Much more.....
* Keeping score of your wrestler’s matches (Mike Riordan)
One last announcement ...
IKWF Coaches Cards and Competitor cards with weigh in documents will be issued Thursday, November 20, 2008 from 6:00pm - 7:45pm at the scoring clinic and practice
Registration for the first 3 weekends of tournament must be complete by this Thursday, November 20, 2008 at 7:45pm - No Exceptions. Envelopes are available in the main wrestling room this week.
Date Price Event Name Location
12/07/08 $16.00 Little Spartan Open @ Romeoville HS
12/14/08 $15.00 MadDog Open @ Schaumburg HS
12/14/08 $15.00 Cougar Rookie Roundup @ Downers Grove South HS
12/21/08 $20.00 V-L Cougar Classic @ Glenbard North HS, Carol Stream
12/21/08 $15.00 4th Ann. Rookie Challnge @ Lincoln-Way Central HS, New Lenox
*The two Rookie Tournaments are open to first and second year wrestlers only*
PANTHERWEAR ORDERS:
In order to be guaranteed for Christmas Delivery, Panther Wear oders must be submitted by this Thursday, November 20, 2008 at 7:45pm -- No Exceptions. Order forms are available in the main wrestling room this week. There will be two other dates, later this season for supplemental orders.
UNIFORMS
Uniforms will be issues tomorrow, Tuesday, November 18, 2008 at practice to all wrestlers who have written their deposit check. If your uniform does not fit, we will exchange before Thursday's team pictures.
PICTURE NIGHT
Individual and Team Photos will be taken in the main wrestling room on Thursday, November 20, 2008 from 6:00pm - 7:45pm. Please ensure your wrestler wears his/her singlet and team shirt to practice. Even if you are not interested in photos of your child, please attend for those families that enjoy the memory of a team photo.
LAST CALL FOR REGISTRATION
If you have freiends that are interested in Naperville Wrestling Club, Registration for the 2008-2009 Naperville Panther Wrestling team will close at 7:00pm, Wednesday, November 19th, 2008.
After this date, only wrestlers with prior wrestling experience will be considered for membership.
No applications will be accepted after February 6th, 2009; this is the day prior to the IKWF eligibility cutoff for the 2008-2009 state series tournaments.
Parents' Scoring Clinic, Thursday, November 20, 2008 from 6:00pm - 6:45pm
I thought I knew wrestling when I joined the club 4 years ago, but in the 20 years I had been off the mat, many rules had changed! Over the last few years I have listened to "New Parents" asked many questions we should have had the foresight to answer in advance.
As a result, we are putting on this program - Naperville Wrestling Parents' Scoring Clinic to update people on the rules of IKWF Wrestling
* What to expect at Sunday tournaments (Mike Riordan)
- Tournament Registration
- Weigh-ins
- Bracketing
- The "Bull Pen"
- The Match(es)
* The anatomy of a wrestling match (Rob Porter); Includes;
- Duration and Starting Position(s) for all three period
- Point Scoring
- Potentially Dangerous Moves
- Illegal Moves
- Penalties
- Much more.....
* Keeping score of your wrestler’s matches (Mike Riordan)
One last announcement ...
IKWF Coaches Cards and Competitor cards with weigh in documents will be issued Thursday, November 20, 2008 from 6:00pm - 7:45pm at the scoring clinic and practice
Monday, October 27, 2008
BIG NEWS!!
As was announced at the Parent Organizational Meeting, the Naperville Wrestling Club took steps over the summer to incorporate as a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization. With this new designation comes increased opportunities and responsibilities. Copies of our By-Laws and Polices & Procedures are available upon request.
* First Practice is Tuesday, Nov. 4, from 6 to 7:45p. Only those wrestlers whose registration and payment is received by Oct. 30, 2008, are eligible to practice on that first night. We'll continue to accept registration until such a point where the club determines we can no longer adequately meet the needs of our members. Return your registration and payment as soon as possible so you can join us on the mat.
* We have a number of volunteer opportunities available for parents. From coaching to fund raising, stat keeping and others. We are reliant on the efforts of volunteers to keep our club operating at peak efficiency. If you have even a little time to spare please consider helping out in some capacity. Speak to any member of the coaching staff for more information.
* Check the web site regularly for news and updates. In addition to Email and the occasional phone message, the web site is a good way to stay current with club news.
We're looking forward to another great season. See you on the mat.
* First Practice is Tuesday, Nov. 4, from 6 to 7:45p. Only those wrestlers whose registration and payment is received by Oct. 30, 2008, are eligible to practice on that first night. We'll continue to accept registration until such a point where the club determines we can no longer adequately meet the needs of our members. Return your registration and payment as soon as possible so you can join us on the mat.
* We have a number of volunteer opportunities available for parents. From coaching to fund raising, stat keeping and others. We are reliant on the efforts of volunteers to keep our club operating at peak efficiency. If you have even a little time to spare please consider helping out in some capacity. Speak to any member of the coaching staff for more information.
* Check the web site regularly for news and updates. In addition to Email and the occasional phone message, the web site is a good way to stay current with club news.
We're looking forward to another great season. See you on the mat.
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