Four Points Youth Wrestling Club aka Viper Wrestling Club

1. Four Points Youth Wrestling Club(aka Viper Wrestling Club) 2010-2011 (2nd Year) Parent and Child Information Meeting Nov. 2, 2010

2. Welcome / Agenda Thanks for coming. We are really excited about our 2nd year with Four Points Youth Wrestling Club!! GO VIPERS!!! Agenda Introductions / Board Members and Coaches Introduction to Wrestling Format / Schedule Fees Registration Nov.2 , 2010 2 Four Points Youth Wrestling Club Kids and Parents Informational Meeting

3. Mission Statement To promote interest in the sport of wrestling and to teach the fundamentals and values of wrestling to the youth of the Four Points area of Austin, TX Nov.2 , 2010 3 Four Points Youth Wrestling Club Kids and Parents Informational Meeting

4. Board Members, Coaches, and Advisors Tom Hildner � President / Head Coach Thomas.Hildner@amd.com H) 512-266-6229 / C) 512-934-2375 Matthew Gochberg � Vice President / Co-Head Coach mgochberg@gmail.com H) 512-266-9738 / C) 917-841-3738 John Sloan � Treasurer / School and District Liaison / Co-Head Coach John.Sloan@leanderisd.org C) 512-470-0766 Vandegrift HS � Vice Principal Greg Cooper � Board Advisor / Consultant Vandegrift HS - Head Wrestling Coach - Football Offensive Coordinator Tom LeBleu � Board Secretary / Assistant coach Randy Jacobs � Board VP � Marketing / Parent Advisor Chris Taylor � Co-Head Coach Sean Mulcahy � Co-Head Coach Nov.2 , 2010 4 Four Points Youth Wrestling Club Kids and Parents Informational Meeting

5. Board Members, Coaches, and Advisors Chad Chartier � Assistant coach Doug Fashenpur� Assistant Coach John Purvis � Assistant Coach Dave Peck � Assistant Coach Chris Smoot � Assistant Coach Angie Fashenpour � Lead Team Mom Michell Mulcahy � Co-Team Mom Nicole Chartier � Co-Team Mom Nov.2 , 2010 5 Four Points Youth Wrestling Club Kids and Parents Informational Meeting

6. Board Members, Coaches, and Advisors (cont) If you are interested in coaching and / or an administrative position, please let us know. The more help the better. Team Mom (s) Co-Head Coaches (for older kids) Assistant coaches (All coaches must pass a background check, have a USA Wrestling membership and must achieve Copper certification) Parent Assistants (especially for Tots and D1) Webmaster, Photographer, Videographer, etc Etc. Note: All parents are expected to sign up for volunteer hours (TBD) Check-in / Hall monitor Meet set-up / tear down Meet / tourney table worker Etc. Nov.2 , 2010 6 Four Points Youth Wrestling Club Kids and Parents Informational Meeting

7. USA Wrestling Four Points Youth Wrestling Club is a chartered member of USA Wrestling. The registration fee will include a USA Wrestling membership for each child. Benefits include: Liability / Secondary Insurance Coverage (required by LISD) Ability to compete in tournaments (including other seasons) Ability to participate in camps USA Wrestler magazine subscription Lots of educational information and videos Discounts on gear and other products Member ship is good for one year For more info, see http://www.themat.com/ Nov.2 , 2010 7 Four Points Youth Wrestling Club Kids and Parents Informational Meeting

8. Our Coaching Philosophy We want to develop a love of wrestling. This means teaching wrestling in a positive and nurturing environment. There will be absolutely no weight reduction. The emphasis will be on fun, learning, and competitive sportsmanship. While we want this to be fun, we do ask for the cooperation of the parents and children in following the rules. Try your hardest Listen / Focus on what coach is saying Have FUN!! While we will teach the kids to be aggressive and try their hardest to compete, winning will not be the goal. The goals and praise will be focused on: Effort Focus Progress / Improvement We will consistently reward effort and progress / improvement of all wrestlers, regardless of talent and experience!!! Nov.2 , 2010 8 Four Points Youth Wrestling Club Kids and Parents Informational Meeting

9. Why wrestling?? Wrestling is a great sport in and of itself. It develops the kids physically Strength, coordination, quickness, quick thinking It develops the kids� values Great for self-confidence / self-esteem, discipline, work ethic, mental toughness, individual and team sportsmanship. It is a great way to channel aggressive kids� tendencies and develop passive kids� competitiveness. Wrestling is also great cross training for other sports such as football. Many star HS, college and Pro football players have wrestled and attributed their success to wrestling. Wrestling emphasizes discipline and intensity, which are highly correlated to academic achievement and career success. The kids love it!!!! For more information, please see: http://www.youthwrestlingguide.com/Youth%20Wrestling%20Guide.pdf Nov.2 , 2010 9 Four Points Youth Wrestling Club Kids and Parents Informational Meeting

10. What wrestling is not Wrestling is NOT the WWE Wrestling is a real sport, not entertainment Wrestling is one of the oldest sports Wrestling is strict enforcement of rules Wrestling is good sportsmanship at all times Wrestling is NOT Mixed Martial Arts No striking No submission holds Wrestling is NOT a collision sport Less likely than many sports for a serious injury. Nov.2 , 2010 10 Four Points Youth Wrestling Club Kids and Parents Informational Meeting

11. Folkstyle Wrestling 101 Goal: The primary objective in Folkstyle wrestling is to pin your opponent (holding both shoulders to the mat for 2 seconds) or score the most points within a match. A pin is an instant win (regardless of score). If no pin is achieved in the allotted time, the winner is the opponent with the most points at the end of the match. Format : Every match has three periods. In youth wrestling, each period is typically 1 minute long (older kids may be longer) First Period Starts from standing or neutral position (both wrestlers on their feet). Second Period: Choice of position is decided by toss of coin. The winner may choose either up, down, neutral, or defer choice to 3rd period. Third Period Contestant with choice may choose up, down, or neutral. Basic Scoring Takedown - 2 points Escape - 1 point Reversal - 2 points Near Fall (back points) - 2 points Near Fall (back points) - 3 points Nov.2 , 2010 11 Four Points Youth Wrestling Club Kids and Parents Informational Meeting

12. Tentative Viper Wrestling Program Disclaimer: This is our tentative plan. Format may change over time due to input from registered parents, varsity requirements, facilities restrictions, number of registered kids, etc. Who: Boys and girls pre-K (entering K in 2011) � 8th grade Season: Rec: Nov 8 � Dec 18 Tourney Reg. season � Nov 8 � Jan 29 Tourney Rookie State / Open Regionals and State � Jan 30 � Feb . 20 Practice Times and Format: Tues and Thurs (Sat mornings when no meet or tourney) Session1: Pre-K- ~4th grade � Arrive 6:00, On mat: 6:15, Off mat : 7:15, Clean-up / Out of gym 7:30 Session 2 : ~5th � 8th � Arrive 7:00, On mat: 7:15, Off mat:8:30, Clean-up / Out of gym 8:45 Kids will be further paired up based on age, weight, and experience level each practice. VHS Wrestling Room Meets / Tournaments: Combination of : Dual / Tri-meets . Thurs practice time or weekend. Team tournaments. Saturdays. Goal: Competition ~ every 2 weeks. Nov.2 , 2010 12 Four Points Youth Wrestling Club Kids and Parents Informational Meeting

13. Registration Process Optional Levels Rec Level � Shorter Season, includes meets, but not tournaments. Intended for those new to the sport / unsure of their interest level, looking for cross training / conditioning Tourney Squad � Longer Season, includes meets and tournaments. Intended for more die hard wrestlers We will allow upgrades � Cost TBD, likely a small addition to cover rush fees on equipment. Schedule Registration starts � Today, Nov, 2 Intro Practice � Next Mon , Nov, 8 First real practice � Next Tues, Nov. 9 Registration ends � Fri, Nov. 19 How to sign up Registration / Payment � On line (plus some paper) Nov.2 , 2010 13 Four Points Youth Wrestling Club Kids and Parents Informational Meeting

14. Fees Rec. Squad $185 What is included: Practice facilities / Club operation expenses Dual / Tri Meets USA membership Shorts T-Shirt End of the year Party Trophy What�s not included: Tournament Fees Singlet Headgear Shoes Practice shorts / T-Shirts Personal Misc (Tape, etc) Black = changes from last year Nov.2 , 2010 14 Four Points Youth Wrestling Club Kids and Parents Informational Meeting Tourney Squad $300 What is included: Practice facilities / Club operation expenses Dual / Tri Meets USA membership Shorts T-Shirt End of the year Party Trophy Tournament Fees (4-5) . Will also cover Regionals and State. Singlet Headgear What�s not included: Shoes Practice shorts / T-Shirts Personal Misc (Tape, etc)

15. A Typical Practice Arrive at 6:00pm (Session1) / 7:00pm (Session 2) Check in with Team Mom Use the Rest Room if needed. Get Wrestling Shoes on / strip off coats, sweats, etc. Put everything in BAG!! Coaches will call the kids on the mat (after wiped) Warm-up Drills Live Wrestling Fun Drill Off Mat Change shoes Clean up!! / Depart What to wear / bring: Street shoes on the way in, Wrestling shoes in the bag Shorts (no pockets) Marked T-Shirt Bag Water bottle!!! Mark Everything!! Nov.2 , 2010 15 Four Points Youth Wrestling Club Kids and Parents Informational Meeting

16. Information / Web Site Weekly e-mails Web site: Viperwrestling.org Nov.2 , 2010 16 Four Points Youth Wrestling Club Kids and Parents Informational Meeting

17. Wrap it up Q&A What to do next Register Now!!! Introduce your friends, neighbors to this great sport � Recruit them to register!!! Get your shoes this week Academy Dick�s Sporting Goods www.wrestlingone.com www.wwsport.com/Wrestling www.suplay.com www.mywrestlingroom.com www.matmanwrestling.com/global.html www.eastbay.com/ Show up at Practice next Mon Nov. 8, 6:00pm VHS Wrestling Room Nov.2 , 2009 17 Four Points Youth Wrestling Club Kids and Parents Informational Meeting

18. Thank You Thank you for coming. We really appreciate your time and hope you will be a member of our wrestling family!!!! Any questions / concerns, please contact one of the board members. Nov.2 , 2009 18 Four Points Youth Wrestling Club Kids and Parents Informational Meeting