How many points is a pin in wrestling

When many people think of wrestling there are some specific images that come to mind. If you were born in the 80s, these might include Hulk Hogan and Andre the Giant.

And they might involve being hit over the head with a chair and flashy, shiny costumes. But this is a long way from the worlds of NFHS and NCAA wrestling, which have a complex system of rules and regulations. None of which allow for jumping on your opponent's head.

Let’s have a closer look at what the rulebooks say.

What real wrestling looks like

Wresting 101: Basic Rules and Objectives

One of the most noticeable differences between professional and high school/college wrestling is the ring, or lack thereof.

High school wrestling points system

There are no ropes to use as the jumping point for a flying dive onto your opponent’s torso. Instead, matches take place on a circular mat. Two wrestlers start on their feet in neutral positions, with no control over their opponents.

From hereon in, the aim is to gain control and put your opponent in a vulnerable position on the mat. Every move a wrestler makes is in an

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