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Examining the growth of high school wrestling participation – Mat Stats 26

The upcoming episode of MatStats, airing on November 15th, 2023, promises a deep dive into the state of high school wrestling. The episode, titled “Rock ‘N’ Roll High School (Part 1),” features special guest Dr. Jackie Paquette from the NWCA, who will discuss recent trends in high school wrestling participation. The episode will explore the growth in the number of high school wrestlers, with particular attention to the increases in both boys and girls participation.
Key insights from the episode include an examination of the relationship between high school wrestling numbers and various factors, such as state population and the number of NCAA & NAIA wrestling teams. The episode will also address the distinction between boys wrestling as a mature industry and girls wrestling as a growth industry, reflecting the historical and emerging trends in the sport.
Listeners can expect detailed statistical analysis and correlations, exploring how these trends have evolved over the years and what they might indicate for the future of wrestling at the high school level. The episode sets the stage for a comprehensive exploration of high school wrestling’s current state, its growth, and its impact on the broader wrestling community.
Full Slideshow: https://www.mattalkonline.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/matstats26.pdf
About Mat Stats
Welcome to the NWCA’s latest venture to help our favorite sport. … story at … Mattalkonline.com/Examining-the-growth-of-high-school-wrestling-participation

And Part 2
Part 2 of the Mat Stats deep dive into participation numbers at the high school level continues, this time focusing on girls high school participation. Joining hosts Jason Bryant, Glenn Gormley and Kevin Hazard is NWCA Deputy Director Dr. Jackie Paquette. … story at … Mattalkonline.com/Examining-the-growth-of-high-school-wrestling-participation-part-2

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