Tewksbury Police Athletic League Wrestling Season Starts Next Week

The first day of practice and registration for the 2014-2015 Tewksbury Police Athletic League’s wrestling season is next week.

Here’s what you need to know to get involved in the league:

Registration and the first day of practice is Monday and tuesday Dec. 1 and 2 at the Wynn Middle School from 5-7 p.m. in the (gym) lobby.

League Costs:

• Kindergarten through grade 2 - $50
• Grades 3 through 8 - $75

(the max cost per family is $135)

Team uniforms of shorts and a T-shirt are included in the registration fee.

Email: jwelch @tewksbury-ma.gov or jvoto@tewksbury-ma.gov

First Practice Information:

Please wear shorts, t-shirt and wrestling shoes which can be purchased at most sporting goods stores (or sneakers). There will be a meeting for parents at this practice so the league can let them know what to expect and answer any questions you may have.

2014-2015 PRACTICE SCHEDULES: All practices are held at the Wynn Middle School

• Monday - Grades K-2, 5:30-6:30 p.m.
• Tuesday - Grades 3-8, 5:30-7 p.m.
• Thursday - Grades 3-8, 5:30-7 p.m.

MVC Wrestling League (5th -8th graders) - Tewksbury will be combining our team with Wilmington Youth Wrestling again this year We had a very successful season in the MVC league last year. We will be competing again this year in 15 weight classes against competitors from across the Merrimack Valley and NH.

Individual Tournaments - Tewksbury had numerous Tournament champions and place winners from K thru 8th grade at the various tournaments that we participated in.

Why should your child wrestle? The sport of wrestling is one of the oldest sports in the world. Wrestling will teach your child discipline and help develop self-confidence and build muscles.

Can my child wrestle and play another winter sport such as basketball/hockey? Yes, we have many wrestlers who play multiple sports.