WINTER 2024-2025
Predators Preseason Schedule
Oakdale High School Wrestling Room
Novice Elementary 5:30-7:00pm
Advanced Elementary, MS, HS 7:00-9:00pm
Wednesday Evenings
September 11, 18, 25, October 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
Preseason Practices - These practices are open to everyone looking to learn/improve before the season. Each practice will include fundamental drills, basic technique, and live wrestling. Live wrestling time will increase weekly.
Registration Dates 9/3/2024-11/3/2024 (Programs do fill up prior to closing date, so don't wait!)
Intro To Wrestling- Practice Squad
This program is designed for kids ages 4-10 that would like to try wrestling but may not be ready for competition. Instruction is designed to teach basic fundamentals of the sport in a fun environment. Practices will be held once per week for 10 weeks. Practice will be 75 minutes. This is an excellent option for new wrestlers or kids that may not be naturally aggressive. Practices will be held in the Frederick Area.
Program Costs
1. Registration Fee - $80
2. T Shirt Fee - $20
3. LOUYAA Facility Fee - $10
4. Plus LOUYAA Annual Family Member fee- $25 (if not already paid in 2023)
Total Costs - $110
Additional Costs
1. Wrestling Shoes (approx. $30-$50)
2. Headgear (approx. $30)
PREDATORS WRESTLING-
LOUYAA welcomes both first time and experienced wrestlers ages 6-14. Our 2024-2025 season will run from mid November to Late February. As part of the LOUYAA sports organization, Predators Wrestling focuses on the fundamentals of wrestling while instilling discipline, self-confidence, and sportsmanship in a FUN and SAFE environment. Your wrestling fee includes registration, practice facilities (twice per week), Predators T-shirt, and competition league fees. In a typical season your child will have the opportunity to compete in 8-12 events. Wrestlers will have 2-4 matches per event. Approximate fee for each additional tournament is $25. The competition level for these tournaments covers all wrestlers, from beginners through experienced. The majority of competitions are within 60 minutes from New Market. There may be events that are further. We wrestle in multiple leagues based on age and experience. Other events available are MSWA Series tournaments, Py Wrestling Events, and MSWA State Championship.
Program Costs
1. Registration Fee - $125
2. T Shirt Fee - $20
3. Competition Fee - $75 (Includes 5 events)
4. LOUYAA Facility Fee - $10
5. Plus LOUYAA Annual Family Member fee- $25 (if not already paid in 2024)
Total Costs - $230
Additional Costs
1. Wrestling Shoes (approx. $30-$50)
2. Headgear (approx. $30)
3. Additional Tournaments (approx. $25 each/4-6 available)
4. Singlets – $60 plus shipping. Singlets must be purchased through this link. https://louyaapredators2024.itemorder.com/shop/home/
LOUYAA New Market Wrestling Team Store
Online ordering ends on Monday, Nov. 4, 2024
5. USA Wrestling Card (Limited Folkstyle USA Wrestling Card. Cards can be purchased at http://www.usawmembership.com. Select team name "Maryland Predators".)
Squad Breakdown
-Cubs - Ages 6-7. Generally, 1st and 2nd year wrestlers. Practices Monday/Wednesday 5:30pm-7:00pm Wrestlers demonstrating advanced skill and the ability to focus and learn quickly may be moved to a more advanced squad based on coaches recommendation.
-Junior Varsity - Ages 8-14. 1st and 2nd year wrestlers. Practices Tuesday/Thursday 5:30pm-7:00pm. Wrestlers demonstrating advanced skill and the ability to focus and learn quickly may be moved to a more Varsity squad based on coaches recommendation.
-Varsity Squad - Advanced Elementary, 7th and 8th graders. Typically, Elementary wrestlers are in their 3rd season or more. All 7th and 8th graders are placed on the Varsity squad. Practices Tuesday-Thursday 7:00pm-9:00pm
Volunteer Coaches - We are an organization that relies on volunteer coaches and parents contributing together to ensure a successful and fun filled season. If you are interested in coaching or volunteering, you may sign up during the registration process. All coaches are required to pass a background check. No experience required.
Practices - Practice will start in mid-November, broken into squads based on level of experience, weight, and age. Squads practice twice a week Monday thru Friday. Practices range from 75-120 min based on age. Practice times range from 5:30-8:45pm. Specific dates/times for practices will not be determined until registration has closed. Practices will be held in the Frederick area. We are planning to begin practice the week of November 18th based on availability of facilities.
Experienced Wrestlers – Varsity Squad
We have a high number of returning wrestlers. There will be a squad designated to our most experienced wrestlers that are transitioning into more advanced competition as well as middle schoolers preparing for high school. 7th and 8th graders will be placed on Varsity Squad. Our focus is not only training wrestlers physically but instilling the mindset that is required to become an elite athlete. This squad will practice 3 times per week. The goal for these wrestlers is to qualify and compete in the MSWA State Championship Series as well as prepare wrestlers for High School. Our experienced squad will compete in more advanced events throughout the season. If you feel your wrestler is ready for this squad, please contact the commissioner once you've registered.
Online Parent Meeting - We will be holding an online parent meeting November 10 @ 6pm to welcome you and provide information about the season. An email will be sent after registration closes with the link. Be sure to check spam folders.
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