Wrestling Rules

Governing Rules

The rules of the National Federation of State High School Athletic Associations will apply in all cases except where a special Oregon State University Intramurals rule applies.

Eligibility

All participants must be either students registered at Oregon State University or faculty or staff with a Recreational Sports Membership. For more information on eligibility, consult the Intramurals Handbook.

Uniforms and Equipment

  • No jewelry (earrings, necklaces, bracelets, rings, etc.) will be allowed on the court at any time. Players will need to remove items immediately or leave the game.
  • Mouth guards and headgear for each player are recommended for your protection.
  • Only soft-soled or formal wrestling shoes will be allowed.
  • Participants must wear a singlet or a T-shirt and shorts.
  • Colored ankle bands will be provided for both wrestlers.
  • No braces, casts, guards, or supports that may cause other players harm will be permitted.

Pre-Event

  • Weigh-ins will occur the day of the event; specific times and locations will be posted.
  • All participants should check in with the event coordinator at least 15 minutes before the start of the event.

Event Structure

  • Depending on the number of participants in each weight class, there will be a round-robin or single-elimination tournament to determine the champion.
  • Weight class brackets will be posted at the start of the event. Participants should be available at least 15 minutes before their scheduled time in order to keep the tournament running smoothly.
  • Scoring will be according to high school scoring rules.
  • Matches will consist of three 1-minute rounds.

Available weight classes:

  • 103
  • 112
  • 119
  • 125
  • 130
  • 135
  • 140
  • 145
  • 152
  • 160
  • 171
  • 189
  • 215
  • Heavy Weight (unlimited)

Ejections

Any player ejected from a game will be immediately suspended from participating in all Intramurals activities. The ejected player must then make an appointment with the Coordinator of Intramurals and Sports Coordinator to determine the length of suspension and any other sanctions. The following actions can result in ejections from Intramurals:

  1. Improper language
  2. Unsporting conduct

Conduct

Unsportsmanlike conduct includes actions which are unbecoming to an ethical, fair, and honorable individual. It consists of acts of deceit, disrespect, or vulgarity and includes taunting.

Contact: Sport Programs Office, (541) 737-4083, 111 Dixon Recreation Center

Revised: 5/3/2023