OK, so as someone posted in another thread - wrestling, we have a problem. I prefer to focus on the solution rather than the problem so here goes:
Solution 1: If no offensive points (escapes are not considered offensive points) are scored in a period the ref has to give a stall call. That includes the overtime. If they go to a rideout and no one escapes or gets turned, the ref still has to award a stalling call. If the stall call results in a guy getting pointed in OT, then the match is over. Fleeing the mat or illegal holds are not considered offensive points.
Solution 2; Riding time can only earn a point if the top guy gets swipes. He may not get the back points, but if he gets a swipe, he can earn riding time point, otherwise it does not count and will probably end in him or the other guy getting hit for stalling.
Solution 3: A medical FF is a loss. If you are not able to wrestle because of an injury, then you probably would have lost. It is unfortunate, but the rule is being gamed and it needs to stop. Besides, life is tough and you don't always get to wrestle at your best.
Solution 4: Only seed the NCAA tourney to the top 12 and let the coaches do it - just like in the old days Too many coaches are sitting guys for seeding purposes etc. and using the RPI to their advantage. Think Mizzou and Arizona State.
Solution 1: If no offensive points (escapes are not considered offensive points) are scored in a period the ref has to give a stall call. That includes the overtime. If they go to a rideout and no one escapes or gets turned, the ref still has to award a stalling call. If the stall call results in a guy getting pointed in OT, then the match is over. Fleeing the mat or illegal holds are not considered offensive points.
Solution 2; Riding time can only earn a point if the top guy gets swipes. He may not get the back points, but if he gets a swipe, he can earn riding time point, otherwise it does not count and will probably end in him or the other guy getting hit for stalling.
Solution 3: A medical FF is a loss. If you are not able to wrestle because of an injury, then you probably would have lost. It is unfortunate, but the rule is being gamed and it needs to stop. Besides, life is tough and you don't always get to wrestle at your best.
Solution 4: Only seed the NCAA tourney to the top 12 and let the coaches do it - just like in the old days Too many coaches are sitting guys for seeding purposes etc. and using the RPI to their advantage. Think Mizzou and Arizona State.