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The oil check (or the butt drag)!! Of all wrestling moves, this is by far the most controversial. These are very rare, and if they do occur, are met with severe consequences. These are REALLY frowned upon. Basically, when your opponent is on his knee or knees, it’s sticking your finger(s) up your opponent’s butt. Doing this will flatten him out quick. (The sneaky way some wresters get around this is taking the flat end of your hand just under your opponent’s balls. The jolt/shock may be enough to catch him off guard and lock him down.)

Yes indeed!! Cross-face cradles are also fun to watch!

Why would you be embarrassed to ask someone that?

The spladle!!! I’ve done a few of these. 😜Often considered the most embarrassing and humiliating position to lock your opponent in (for obvious reasons) because it exposes their vulnerability and lack of control in the match.

The use of protective cups in college wrestling is not as common as in some other sports. In my experience, it was very rare. However, some wrestlers may choose to wear them for added protection. Main reason for their rarity is that they can sometimes interfere with the fit of the singlet, making it uncomfortable or restrictive for movement.

Correct. Having wrestled in school, it’s the exception to see that on the mat; off the mat, yeah it happens. The intensity of the sport really does take over your focus. Adrenaline is pumping, and your mind is solely on the match and executing your technique. Sure, there are moments of physical contact, but the training ingrains discipline to control your body’s responses. Singlets don’t provide much coverage, as they are designed to be form-fitting and functional rather than modest. But the emphasis is on the match, not any potential distractions. If ever there was a stray thought, it was quickly overridden by the rush of adrenaline and the determination to win. Wrestling is all about mental toughness and staying locked in, regardless of any external factors.

Which bdway shows?

I’m on episode 5. It’s a slow burn for sure. It has its moments, but loses its focus at times. The biggest waste of talent so far is Carol Burnett - this is a woman who’s won 6 Emmys, but has been relegated for the most part to the confines of a bed with her mouth open and unable to speak.

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