Illinois Girls Wrestling Podcast gives parents, coaches, and athletes a simple, honest look at girls’ wrestling in Illinois—from youth and kids’ clubs to middle school and high school. Each episode answers real parent questions (like “What’s the best age to start girls wrestling?”), shares stories from the mat, and helps families understand how to support their daughters in this fast-growing sport.
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Illinois Girls Wrestling Podcast gives parents, coaches, and athletes a simple, honest look at girls’ wrestling in Illinois—from youth and kids’ clubs to middle school and high school. Each episode answers real parent questions (like “What’s the best age to start girls wrestling?”), shares stories from the mat, and helps families understand how to support their daughters in this fast-growing sport.
Episode 3: Middle School Mat, Big Dreams: When Should Your Child Start Wrestling?
Illinois Girls Wrestling Podcast
36 minutes
1 week ago
Episode 3: Middle School Mat, Big Dreams: When Should Your Child Start Wrestling?
In episode 3, The Illinois Girls Wrestling Podcast with host Lena explores whether middle school is the best time to start wrestling, sharing real stories, expert tips, and practical guidance for athletes, parents, and coaches.
This episode covers school teams versus club options, girls competing in boys divisions, USA Wrestling membership, tournament opportunities, training commitments, and balancing academics and family life.
Hear a candid conversation with middle school wrestler Bella and her mom, Gina, about first practices, memorable matches, time management, and encouragement for girls and families considering the sport.
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New episode every Wednesday (this is a plan)!
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We are a baby podcast with a huge mission, and we would love your help - share the success of Girls' wrestling in the State of Illinois. If you like what you see, leave us a review (we heard that it really helps), subscribe, and share our podcast with other wrestling families
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Want to be our guest? Fill out this form: https://forms.gle/3CAjj1b6XcrgJA1v7. We are looking for insights from club and team coaches, expertise from industry professionals, and inspiring stories from girls wrestlers. You can also email us at ilgirlswrestling@gmail.com
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Looking for a club to join? Start your search at https://www.ikwf.org/clubs
Ready to learn more about USA Wrestling? https://www.themat.com/
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Illinois Girls Wrestling Podcast
Illinois Girls Wrestling Podcast gives parents, coaches, and athletes a simple, honest look at girls’ wrestling in Illinois—from youth and kids’ clubs to middle school and high school. Each episode answers real parent questions (like “What’s the best age to start girls wrestling?”), shares stories from the mat, and helps families understand how to support their daughters in this fast-growing sport.
