Skin Policy and Hygiene

Wrestling is a contact sport. It is not uncommon that wrestlers eventually experience a skin disorder of some kind. This can be spread from athlete to athlete or from equipment that is not sanitized. We will do our part by making sure wrestling mats are clean.  The mats are cleaned daily by the high school.   You can also help prevent this problem by making sure that your child’s workout gear is clean and that your child showers immediately after each practice or event. Although most skin lesions generally do not have long term consequences, we feel that we must take every precaution to prevent spreading of skin disorders. If we notice that a wrestler has a skin lesion, rash, or other disorder, that wrestler will not be permitted to wrestle again until a completed “Physician Release for Wrestler to Participate Form” has been completed.  If you notice any skin rashes or lesions, please seek medical attention and also notify the coaching staff immediately.