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 General Information
ALL DEADLINE DATES ARE POSTED ON THE HOME PAGE
The Tournament will adhere to the following procedures for entry:
*Entries will continue to be accepted in each weight class (up until we reach our total limit or our event closure date).
*Our event is now capable of handling weight classes larger than 64 competitors, so all wrestlers entered will get the weight class they choose.
*Note: It is possible (and probable) that on the final day of applications being accepted, (when the tournament will reach its maximum amount of entries), that we will not be able to accept all applications received that day. In this instance, all applications received that day will be reviewed by the committee. While wrestling accomplishments may play a role in the selection, the primary basis for selection will be on where entries are most needed. The Committee may also select an additional 100 entries, through the petition committee, from all remaining entrants whose applications are received by the proposed date of closure.
*The Tournament Committee will retain the right to add an additional maximum of 20 wrestlers, at their discretion (and that have otherwise already qualified), up until two weeks prior to the date of the tournament, or at such time that the charts have been started.
Qualification
Participating Wrestlers must qualify for this event. Qualification prodedures and events are listed here
Registration
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$60.00 per wrestler (additional wrestlers from the same family are only $40.00). Registration fee for the Open (post high school) Division will be $32 in 2011.
Note: Partial refunds may be possible if the tournament is notified prior to it's initial close out. Absolutely NO refunds will be given once the tournament closes out, or reaches the anticipated date of closure (whichever occurs first). |
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Registration fee includes:
- Entry fee
- Free spectator admission
- Wrestling clinics
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All wrestlers guaranteed 2 matches -- up to 30 mats used -- all mats in the same facility. All competition will be held at the Columbus Convention Center, located at 400 N. High St., Columbus, OH 43215. |
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All wrestlers must have a current AAU card. Beginning in 2010, we will no longer be allowed to sell the card thru our registration. You will need to purchase these cards at aausports.org |
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***Beginning in 2011, we are not requiring birth certificates, in order to enter. However, all participants should bring a copy with them to the event site, in case someone challenges their date of birth. In order to do this, there will be a $50 fee charge to the challenger. If the wrestler cannot verify his date of birth, he will be removed the the tournament and NO refunds will be given. |
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Awards: top 6 place finishers in each weight division will receive awards. In addition, all champions will receive a specially designed tournament watch. |
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Rules: High school rules, with slight modifications as determined by the tournament committee, will be used. The same will apply for the Freestyle Division. |
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Beginning in 2009, weigh in cards will be able to be printed online. You will need to remember your user name/password in order to do this. This option will be available once the event has closed out and the weight change deadline has passed. You will also be able to pick up a weigh in card at the tournament site, during weigh ins. Event programs, souvenir pins and weight charts will also be available at that time. If you purchased your AAU Card thru the TofC, it will be mailed to you by the National AAU Office, in Florida (you DO NOT need to show your AAU card at the event). Failure to send all necessary materials will result in your application being returned. For Refund Policy - See Below. |
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Other
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Weight classes will wrestle on the same mat throughout the tournament. We will use high school style brackets and bout number system will be used. Bout number will appear an the matside scoreboards, allowing wrestlers, coaches, parents and spectators to monitor the progress of a wrestler's weight class. |
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Only one coach per wrestler and on-deck wrestler will be allowed in the wrestling area. Coaches need to stay out of the area by the mat tables. |
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You do not have to wrestle in the weight class at which you qualified. However, you must indicate at which weight you wish to compete. There are no change of weights at the tournament sight. You must make the weight you indicate. Any weight changes MUST be done on this site prior to the weight change deadline. ***Note: Beginning in 2004, all wrestlers will weigh-in in wrestling uniform (singlet or t-shirt/shorts; shoes and headgear are optional). No weight allowance will be given. |
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Elite and non-Ohio Cadet wrestlers do not have to qualify in order to participate in the Tournament of Champions. However, they must still pre-register. |
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There will be a skin check of all contestants at weigh-in. Bring current doctor's note if necessary. However, the tournament medical staff will have the final say in these matters. No refunds!!! A medical doctor will be present at 7:00 PM. to examine all wrestlers who do not pass an initial skin check. |
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Official Tournament Wrestling Suppliers are listed on our home page |
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Refund Policy:
Up to 30 days prior to event date: A fee of $20 per entry will be accessed
15-29 days prior to event date: A fee of $30 per entry will be accessed
14 or less days prior to event date: No Refunds Will Be Given
NO REFUNDS ON ELECTRONIC PAYMENTS (PAYPAL) WILL BE GIVEN
Note: Tournament must be contacted, via e-mail, by the appropriate date in order for a refund to be issued.
Note: Once accepted, fees for AAU cards are non-refundable.
***Names may continue to appear, as accepted, until event closes out and any refunds will not be issued until the close out date has passed.
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You may pay by money order or cashier's check up until three weeks before the event date (March 29 in 2011). After that, unless previous arrangements have been made, only Paypal payments will be accepted. |
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Late Enties: Once the event has closed out, additional entries may be accepted (if space allows). The fee for a late entry will be $100 and no discounts will be allowed on any late entries. There will be NO entries taken at the site.
Late weight changes: Once our initial weight change deadline has passed, weight changes may be allowed (if space allows) at the following rates:
-From once weight change deadline has passed thru Noon on Wednesday before the Tourament: $60
-All remaining weight changes will be done at the Tournament site, as brackets will be unavailable until then. Individuals would be able to check to see if a spot would be open however. Fee to change weight at the site will be: $100
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