October Update

I'd like to congratulate all of Panther football players that finished the season strong! 

No one has ever received an award for stopping short of the finish line. 

Preseason activity has really picked up in the past week. We have seen an increase in preseason attendance that has doubled our daily numbers. Coaches and students are excited and eager to get going but we must assure to be doing things properly and in a timely manner. 

Just a few notes to remember in the early stage of our season:

·      Preseason activities continue Monday -Wednesday 3:45pm - 5:15pm  thru Nov. 4th 

·      Regular season training begins Nov. 9^th

·      Training times are Monday- Friday 3:45pm – 6pm; it is our desire to have all team members clear of the building by 6:20pm

·      Saturday practice times will be 8am – 12pm on Nov. 14^th & 21^st

·      All students are to be dropped off/ picked up at the south field house entrance doors facing the tennis courts.

·      All team members and managers are expected to participate in fundraising; your student may have already begun to bring this info home.

·      All students are expected to have a current physical on file with the nurse before they are allowed to practice.

·       Any student with asthma or other condition must have an inhaler provided to the coach to be kept in the first aid kit.

·      Required equipment:

 1. Wrestling shoes, can be purchased used at Play It Again Sports for $20 or less (new shoes range $25-$70)

2. Anti-bacterial soap ($5 and up)

3. Clean t-shirt, shorts, sweatpants & top/hoodie, gym shoes

4. A combination lock! Not to be shared with any other teammates

5. If your child has braces He/she must have mouth guard that protects upper and lower teeth ($20)

     

     ·      Mandatory Parent Meeting on 11/23/2015 at 6pm in the field house

September Update

Wow! It is Mid-October and a new wrestling season is approaching quickly!

First, I would like to introduce myself, Raimundo Howard, I am the new head coach of Proviso West High School wrestling team. I am truly humbled and excited to take on this position. I look forward to working with the student/athletes of this community, partnering with parents and staff, and creating a fun and exciting experience for our wrestlers. I accept the challenges that lay ahead with the mindset that we are conquerors and will move the Proviso West wrestling team on to statewide prominence. You may contact me about all things surrounding the wrestling program, your student/athlete or how you can assist us along the way. #PANTHERPRIDE

I will take a better picture soon

Secondly, preseason strength & conditioning is in full swing and we are seeing a good number of athletes attending daily. Preseason activities continue Monday - Wednesday 3:45 pm-4:45 pm until November 4th.
If you are interested, this is a great time to meet coaches, wrestlers and ask questions.

Jr. Panther wrestling begins November 17th

details coming soon! 

Lastly, Jaleel Hollingsworth (113 lbs) will be competing at the Cliff Keen Preseason Nationals in Cedar Falls, Iowa on October 24th & 25th. Nationally ranked competition from over 40 states is expected at this event; we wish Jaleel good health and look forward to him wrestling hard to bring home the GOLD!

Regular season wrestling begins November 9th

August Update - Preseason Preview

August has come and gone and the start of the school year is in full swing. 

Many of our Panthers are in football season and we wish them the best! 

Student/Athletes not actively participating in a fall sport may begin preseason activities. 

Bring exercise clothing, gym shoes, water bottle and a snack.

Preseason Strength & Conditioning Schedule

September 9th 3:45 pm - 4:45 pm 

September 16th 3:45 pm - 4:45 pm

September 23rd 3:45 pm - 4:45 pm

September 30th 3:45 pm - 4:45 pm

October 5th 3:45 pm - 4:45 pm

October 7th 3:45 pm - 4:45 pm

October 14th 3:45 pm - 4:45 pm

October 19th 3:45 pm - 4:45 pm

October 21st 3:45 pm - 4:45 pm

October 26th 3:45 pm - 4:45 pm

October 28th 3:45 pm - 4:45pm

July Update

Finally summer has arrived to Chicago! As the mid-summer days heat up lets give a cool shout out to junior 113 pounder Jaleel Hollinsworth.

Jaleel has racked up over 50 matches and numerous victories against national competition this summer. As a place winner in several premier tournaments including 6th at USA Nationals, 3rd at Freestyle State, 2nd at Northern Plains Greco and 6th at Northern Plains Freestyle; Jaleel continues to sharpen and enhance his grappling skills. 

Check him out at Northern Plains (Cadet) against Adam Brown of Iowa https://youtu.be/xKE-2Autrq8

When asked what he likes most about summer competition Jaleel didn't hesitate to share, "Meeting wrestlers from everywhere. Going to big tournaments getting to show what you have been training for. Just competing."

Of course with much success Jaleel has had to make sacrifices. The most difficult part in his words is "Sacrificing going outside & hanging out, so I can go to practices. Waking up early in the summer for tournaments." This is not the way most teenagers expect to spend summer break. 

However, Jaleel understands the purpose for all of his dedication and hard work. "I hope to gain technique & preparing for this upcoming season. It's just getting me ready so I can perform in January/February."