Rules & Training
Wrestling rules resources for SMWOA officials.
Use this page to quickly access current NFHS wrestling rules resources and Minnesota-specific MSHSL wrestling rules modifications.
Officials Resource
Know the rule, know the modification, apply it consistently.
Wrestling officials are expected to stay current with national rules guidance and Minnesota-specific rules modifications. This page keeps the primary links in one easy location.
The links below point to the official NFHS and MSHSL resources. Since rules information can change during the season, officials should review the source pages regularly.
Quick reminder
NFHS provides national wrestling rules resources. MSHSL provides Minnesota rules modifications and state-specific guidance.
NFHS Wrestling
2025-26 NFHS wrestling rules resources.
The following links point to the NFHS wrestling rules resources requested for this page.
Wrestling Rules Interpretations - 2025-26
NFHS wrestling rules interpretations for the current rules cycle.
Wrestling Rules Poster - 2025-26
NFHS wrestling rules poster resource for the 2025-26 season.
Wrestling Comments on the Rules - 2025-26
NFHS comments and explanatory guidance on wrestling rules.
Wrestling Points of Emphasis - 2025-26
NFHS points of emphasis for wrestling officials, coaches, and schools.
MSHSL Wrestling
Minnesota rules modifications.
Minnesota wrestling officials should also review state-specific rules modifications from the Minnesota State High School League.
Training Reminder
Use rules resources as part of your weekly preparation.
Officials should review rules resources throughout the season, especially before early assignments, tournaments, postseason events, or unusual situations.
Pair rules review with mechanics review, mentor feedback, and post-match reflection to continue improving.
New officials
If you are new to wrestling officiating, start with the mechanics handbook and then review the rules resources linked on this page.
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Need help understanding a rule or modification?
Contact SMWOA leadership or connect with a mentor if you need help interpreting a rule, applying a modification, or preparing for an upcoming assignment.