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History & Object
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Fouls
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Glossary of Wrestling
Terms
Field of Play
Wrestling mats are shock-absorbing
to provide a safe surface
for wrestling, and have
markings on them that
have specific functions:
Starting lines:
Wrestling begins or resumes
here with each opponent
behind his starting line
and at least one foot
on the line.
10-foot circle:
Small inner circle on
the wrestling mat that
wrestlers must attempt
to stay within to avoid
being penalized for stalling.
Boundary line:
A 28-foot circle that
marks the boundary. Wrestlers
are in-bounds when at
least one wrestler has
his supporting
points inside
the outer circle. Control
is important when this
line is crossed, as it
determines the starting
position when wrestling
resumes. If neither player
is in control, wrestlers
start at the starting
line in the neutral position.
However, if one wrestler
is in control, he can
choose to start in any
position: top, bottom,
or neutral. Wrestlers
choose a position that
suits their wrestling
style.
Protection area:
The border of the mat,
extending beyond the wrestling
area to prevent injury.
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