Wrestling Fanatics: Referee Clears Gym, Legal Controversy Ensues

Dr. John Wendt To say that Iowa High School Wrestling competition is “intense” is an understatement.  The Iowa High School Athletic Association (IHSAA) describes Iowa as “Wrestling’s Home and Heartbeat.”[1]  The ISHAA goes on to say, “At the center of our state’s vibrant history, culture, and passion for sports, Iowa reigns as one of the nation’s leaders in high school wrestling. Decades of championships and community support back the tradition of producing nati