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.