About USA Wrestling

USA Wrestling is the National Governing Body for the sport of amateur

wrestling in the United States and, as such, is its representative to the United

States Olympic Committee (USOC) and to the International Wrestling Federation

(FILA).

USA Wrestling coordinates grassroots and elite wrestling programs across the

country and works to create interest and participation in those programs.

USA Wrestling's 135,000-strong membership is comprised of athletes of all

ages, coaches, officials, parents and fans striving together to strengthen the

sport.

On the elite level, USA Wrestling is responsible for the selection and training of

teams to represent the U.S. in international competition, including the World

Championships and Olympic Games. It conducts national camps and clinics and

provides for coaches' education through numerous programs. USA Wrestling

boasts an active international exchange program, which gives athletes of many

age levels the opportunity to compete against foreign teams.

On the developmental level, USA Wrestling fosters grassroots expansion of the

sport. This is facilitated by the sanctioning of age-group tournaments and the

chartering of wrestling clubs. National championships are held for wrestlers

older than 14 years of age. Regional competitions are open to athletes who are

nine years or older.

Leadership of USA Wrestling

USA Wrestling is overseen by a Board of Directors composed of wrestling

leaders. These experts in the sport set the policies and direction for wrestling

nationwide.

Larry Sciacchetano of Baton Rouge, La. is the current President of USA

Wrestling. Sciacchetano has been a leader within USA Wrestling and the

international wrestling scene for many years as a coach and team leader.

His officers include First Vice President Bill Crum of Hoboken, N.J., Second

Vice President Leroy Evans of Hughson, Calif., Secretary Chris Campbell of

Fayetteville, N.Y. and Treasurer Frank Rader of Mooresville, N.C.

James E. Scherr is the Executive Director of USA Wrestling. He is responsible

for implementing the policies and direction set by the Board. He is assisted by a

staff of professionals who work daily to guide the sport and administer its

programs. USA Wrestling's national headquarters are in Colorado Springs,

Colo., just a few minutes from the U.S. Olympic Training Center.

Activities of USA Wrestling

There are 49 state organizations which focus on providing state and local

competitions. These groups are comprised of volunteers, coaches, officials,

athletes and parents who have an active interest in the sport. These leaders

conduct tournaments, run clubs, organize trips and coach athletes in their area.

USA Wrestling strives to promote the sport to the general public and expand

interest in wrestling across the nation.

USA Wrestling sanctions more than 1,600 events annually. It boasts more than

2,400 chartered clubs across the nation and has more than 11,000 active

coaches. It also oversees the more than 2,200 officials who belong to the U.S.

Wrestling Officials Association.

The United States has grown to become a leader on the world level in both

freestyle and Greco-Roman wrestling. At the same time, USA Wrestling works

to expand opportunities for young athletes to take part in the exciting sport of

wrestling. We invite you to become a member and to support this dynamic

organization.

Current USA Wrestling Leadership

PRESIDENTS

Wally Johnson, 1968-72

Ken Kraft, 1972-76

Rick Bay, 1976-80

Werner Holzer, 1980-86

Ben Bennett, 1986-87

Terry McCann, 1987-92

Art Martori, 1992-94

Larry Sciacchetano, 1994 to present

EXECUTIVE DIRECTORS

Myron Roderick, 1969-74

Bob Dellinger, 1974 (interim)

Steve Combs, 1974-85

Frank Rader, 1985 (interim)

Jim Scott, 1985-86 (interim)

Gary Kurdelmeier, 1986-88

David Miller, 1988-90

Jim Scherr, 1990 to present

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