WEEKLY INFO (FOR WEEK OF NOV 23RD) (Sent Nov 20th)
* IF YOUR STUDENT DECIDES THAT WRESTLING IS NOT FOR THEM, PLEASE LET ME KNOW AND I WILL REMOVE FROM THE ROSTER AND EMAIL COMMUNICATIONS **
See below for next week's info. And remember you can use the website https://www.laneywrestling.com to find information as well.
HOMER SPRING BULLDOG TICKET INFO - Tickets are $10 per day, cash at the gate or online. Dixon is using HUDL Fan app for tickets.
Ticket link:
Dixon High School | High School Sports | Schedule | Hudl
PRACTICES & KEY EVENTS - PRACTICE SCHEDULE HAS SOME CHANGES!! ALL UPDATES ARE IN RED
WEEK OF NOV 23RD:
Mon 11/24 -
ALL Wrestlers - Practice, 3:45p-6:00p
Tues 11/25 -
Men's Varsity & Alternates - William Greene Dual Tournament. I will send a separate email with specific event details.
Women - Practice 3:45p-5:30p
Wed 11/26 -
TEACHER WORKDAY - NO SCHOOL
Women - Vernon Walworth Memorial Dual Tournament. I will send a separate email with specific event details.
Men (Varsity and JV) - No Practice
Thr 11/27 -
HAPPY THANKSGIVING!
NO SCHOOL
ALL wrestlers - Practice, To Be Determined (TBD). Seniors will be leading a "Turkey Day Workout"
Fri 11/28 -
NO SCHOOL
ALL wrestlers - Practice, 9:00a-11:00
Sat 11/29 -
ALL wrestlers - Practice, 9:00a-11:00
SNACK/WATER TEAM DONATIONS - Please see the Sign-Up Genius and we ask that everyone grab a slot and help by donating HEALTHY assorted snacks and/or cases of water for season events. Multiple families have already signed up....THANK YOU!!!!
2025-2026 Snack/Water Sign-Up Genius Link:
BSN TEAM STORE - Reopened for a limited time!
We have several new families on the roster and we wanted to make sure everyone has an opportunity to purchase team gear specifically for wrestling. This will be the last opportunity to order any wrestling apparel. For anyone interested, see details below:
Purchasing is NOT REQUIRED …it is 100% OPTIONAL!!!
Deadline to order is December 19th (yes, it's a bit far out but...Orders are expected to be printed and shipped within 1-2 business days of the day you place your order)
No minimum order requirement
Men's and Women's items available
Orders will be shipped directly to you
BSN Team Store link:
https://bsnteamsports.com/shop/aEpPehJoKg
CATAMOUNT PICTURES - Laney Alumni, Robby Tann, was in attendance at the dual last Saturday and took quite a few photos. The link to view is below.
Catamount Picture Link:
As always, please feel free to reach out with any questions. I'm happy to help and if I don’t know the answer, I’ll do my best to get you one. Don't forget to visit our website https://www.laneywrestling.com.
Go Bucs!!
Lynette Thomas
Team Mom on behalf of the Laney Wrestling Program
910-620-0347 (text or call)
thomasbrood4@gmail.com
*Also available on Facebook/Messenger
TRI MEET TIME CHANGE! (THURS, 11/20) (Sent Nov 19th)
Hello Laney Wrestlers and families,
Our schedule had a start time of 5:30p but the ticket link shows AN UPDATED START TIME OF 5:00p so I wanted to make sure everyone was aware of the change.
Resending all the details below and would also like to remind both wrestlers and parents that we need help after the meet cleaning up the bleachers, rolling up the mats, etc. Everyone will be ready to get home and the more help we have, the faster we can all bolt.
HOME TRI-MEET VS ASHLEY AND WHITE OAK - **Ya'll, this is our 2nd of only 4 home duals of the regular season. Please spread the word and let’s fill our bleachers with Laney fans!!!!
Date: Thursday, 11/20
Place: Laney High School, MJ gym
Time: Start time 5:00p (UPDATED)
Varsity Men and Women - report to the practice room immediately after school
JV Wrestlers - report to the MJ Gym immediately after school to help set up for the Tri-Meet
**I do not know the order that they will compete and I'm tired of guessing :0) I recommend spectators arrive by 5:00p to support ALL our wrestlers
*JV – Coaches from both teams make every effort to arrange JV matches when possible. Sometimes JV matches are held BEFORE Varsity and sometimes AFTER. A conference JV match is not guaranteed for every wrestler. It depends heavily on the opposing team's roster. Again, every effort is made to give the wrestlers live matches whenever possible.
Snack/water Donations: We are covered for snacks and waters for this dual. THANK YOU to the Noe, Nelson, and Daniel families!!
WRESTLERS AND FAMILIES, PLEASE PLEASE, AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE EVENT, TAKE A MOMENT TO LOOK AROUND THE BLEACHERS AND PICK UP ANY TRASH THAT YOU SEE.
Tickets: Tickets are $9 for Adults and $5 for students and senior citizens. Tickets can be purchased via the link below. I don’t know if cash will be accepted.
Ticket Link:
Go Bucs!!
Lynette Thomas
Team Mom on behalf of the Laney Wrestling Program
910-620-0347 (text or call)
thomasbrood4@gmail.com
*Also available on Facebook/Messenger
WEEKLY INFO (FOR WEEK OF NOV 16TH) (Sent Nov 13th)
* IF YOUR STUDENT DECIDES THAT WRESTLING IS NOT FOR THEM, PLEASE LET ME KNOW AND I WILL REMOVE FROM THE ROSTER AND EMAIL COMMUNICATIONS **
See below for next week's info. And remember you can use the website https://www.laneywrestling.com to find information as well.
SOUTH BRUNSWICK CONFERENCE DUAL RESULTS - Huge CONGRATULATIONS to both our Women's and Men's teams on their victories over South Brunswick this past Wednesday. Our Women's team won with a final score of 41-29 and our Men's team also won with a final score of 59-22. Also, GREAT JOB by many of our JV wrestlers that were able to get in some live matches and valuable mat time! Great job by ALL and what a great way to kick off our season!! Now back to work....
PRACTICES & KEY EVENTS - Thanksgiving holiday is just around the corner so including 2 weeks here to help folks plan accordingly.
WEEK OF NOV 16TH:
Mon 11/17 -
Men and Women - Practice, 3:45p-5:30p (JV/new wrestlers) and 3:45p-6:15p (Varsity/returning wrestlers).
Tues 11/18 -
Men and Women - Practice, 3:45p-5:30p (JV/new wrestlers) and 3:45p-6:15p (Varsity/returning wrestlers)
Wed 11/19 -
Men and Women - Practice, 3:45p-5:30p (JV/new wrestlers) and 3:45p-6:15p (Varsity/returning wrestlers).
Thr 11/20 -
HOME Tri-Meet vs Ashley and White Oak. See details below
Fri 11/21 -
JV - Homer Spring Bulldog JV Tournament. I will send a separate email with specific event details.
Varsity Men & Women - Practice, 3:45p -5:30p
Sat 11/22 -
Varsity Men & Women - Homer Spring Bulldog Varsity Tournament. I will send a separate email with specific event details.
JV - No practice
WEEK OF NOV 23RD:
Mon 11/24 -
Men and Women - Practice, 3:45p-5:30p (JV/new wrestlers) and 3:45p-6:15p (Varsity/returning wrestlers).
Tues 11/25 -
Men's Varsity & Alternates - William Greene Dual Tournament. I will send a separate email with specific event details.
Women - Practice 3:45p-5:30p
Wed 11/26 -
TEACHER WORKDAY - NO SCHOOL
Women - Vernon Walworth Memorial Dual Tournament. I will send a separate email with specific event details.
Men (Varsity and JV) - No Practice
Thr 11/27 -
HAPPY THANKSGIVING!
NO SCHOOL
ALL wrestlers - Practice, To Be Determined (TBD). Seniors will be leading a "Turkey Day Workout"
Fri 11/28 -
NO SCHOOL
ALL wrestlers - Practice, 9:00a-11:00
Sat 11/29 -
ALL wrestlers - Practice, 9:00a-11:00
HOME TRI-MEET VS ASHLEY AND WHITE OAK - **Ya'll, this is our 2nd of only 4 home duals of the regular season. Please spread the word and let’s fill our bleachers with Laney fans!!!!
Date: Thursday, 11/20
Place: Laney High School, MJ gym
Time: APPROXIMATE Start time 5:30p
Varsity Men and Women - report to the practice room immediately after school
JV Wrestlers - report to the MJ Gym immediately after school to help set up for the Tri-Meet
**I do not know the order that they will compete and I'm tired of guessing :0) I recommend spectators arrive by 5:00p to support ALL our wrestlers
*JV – Coaches from both teams make every effort to arrange JV matches when possible. Sometimes JV matches are held BEFORE Varsity and sometimes AFTER. A conference JV match is not guaranteed for every wrestler. It depends heavily on the opposing team's roster. Again, every effort is made to give the wrestlers live matches whenever possible.
Snack/water Donations: We are covered for snacks and waters for this dual. THANK YOU to the Noe, Nelson, and Daniel families!!
WRESTLERS AND FAMILIES, PLEASE PLEASE, AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE EVENT, TAKE A MOMENT TO LOOK AROUND THE BLEACHERS AND PICK UP ANY TRASH THAT YOU SEE.
Tickets: Tickets are $9 for Adults and $5 for students and senior citizens. Tickets can be purchased via the link below. I don’t know if cash will be accepted.
Ticket Link:
HOME DUAL ANNOUNCER - WE NEED AN ANNOUNCER!! If you or anyone you know would be interested in announcing for our Tri-Meet on Thursday, please reach out to myself, Coach Adams or Coach Cotto.
SENIOR SPOTLIGHTS - Seniors, if you haven't done so already, please see my email sent 10/29 and respond ASAP with the requested information. So far, I have only received two (2) responses
SEASON COMPETITION SCHEDULE - Our season competition schedule is attached. All changes from the previous version are noted in RED.
SNACK/WATER TEAM DONATIONS - Please see the Sign-Up Genius and we ask that everyone grab a slot and help by donating HEALTHY assorted snacks and/or cases of water for season events. Multiple families have already signed up....THANK YOU!!!!
2025-2026 Snack/Water Sign-Up Genius Link:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E084DA4A62AA6FB6-54178179-20252026
BSN TEAM STORE - Reopened for a limited time!
We have several new families on the roster and we wanted to make sure everyone has an opportunity to purchase team gear specifically for wrestling. This will be the last opportunity to order any wrestling apparel. For anyone interested, see details below:
Purchasing is NOT REQUIRED …it is 100% OPTIONAL!!!
Deadline to order is December 19th (yes, it's a bit far out but...Orders are expected to be printed and shipped in 1-2 business days
No minimum order requirement
Men's and Women's items available
Orders will be shipped directly to you
BSN Team Store link:
https://bsnteamsports.com/shop/aEpPehJoKg
As always, please feel free to reach out with any questions. I'm happy to help and if I don’t know the answer, I’ll do my best to get you one. Don't forget to visit our website https://www.laneywrestling.com.
Go Bucs!!
Lynette Thomas
Team Mom on behalf of the Laney Wrestling Program
910-620-0347 (text or call)
thomasbrood4@gmail.com
*Also available on Facebook/Messenger
SNACK & WATER DONATIONS NEEDED (Sent Nov 12th)
Hello families,
Quick reminder that we have a Sign Up Genius available for families to choose an event to supply the teams with healthy snacks and bottled water.
We have several events swiftly approaching and are in need..most urgent is the JV Tournament this Saturday...NO ONE has signed up yet!!
Please take a moment to click on the link below, grab a slot or 2 and THANK YOU IN ADVANCE!
2025-2026 Snack/Water Sign-Up Genius Link:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E084DA4A62AA6FB6-54178179-20252026
As always, please feel free to reach out with any questions. I'm happy to help and if I don’t know the answer, I’ll do my best to get you one. Don't forget to visit our website https://www.laneywrestling.com.
Go Bucs!!
Lynette Thomas
Team Mom on behalf of the Laney Wrestling Program
910-620-0347 (text or call)
thomasbrood4@gmail.com
*Also available on Facebook/Messenger
GEAR DISTRIBUTION AND GEAR TIPS & TRICKS (Sent Nov 10th)
Hello Laney Wrestlers and families,
Loaner/school-issued gear and uniforms were distributed on Saturday. We also distributed some AMAZING team t-shirts that are a gift to each wrestler!! If you were not in attendance on Saturday, or if you didn’t receive a t-shirt, please see Coach Cotto or Coach Adams.
WE DO HAVE SOME T-SHIRTS LEFT AND ONCE I GET A COUNT ON SIZES REMAINING, WE WILL BE OFFERING TO THE REST OF THE FAMILIES FOR PURCHASE. IT WILL BE FIRST COME, FIRST SERVED...MORE DETAILS TO COME...STAY TUNED....
As a reminder, the only items wrestlers are REQUIRED to purchase are:
1) Wrestling shoes
2) If your wrestler wears braces, you will need to purchase a mouthguard
LOANER/SCHOOL-ISSUED GEAR AND UNIFORMS –
Men’s Team -
Varsity starters were provided with the following loaner/school-issued items: singlet OR 2-piece (compression shirt/shorts), backpack, warm up top, and shorts. Some wrestlers may have also received headgear.
JV wrestlers were provided with the following loner/school-issued items: *retired singlet or *2-piece (compression shirt and shorts) (*as available). *We have a VERY large roster and have to make do with what we have available from previous years. Some wrestlers may have also received headgear.
ALL SCHOOL-ISSUED GEAR MUST BE RETURNED AT THE END OF THE SEASON!!
Women's Team -
Varsity starters were provided with the following loaner/school-issued items: women’s singlet OR a loner/school-issued 2-piece (compression shirt/shorts), backpack, warm up top, and shorts. Some wrestlers may have also received headgear.
JV women are provided with the following loner/school-issued items: *singlet OR *2-piece (compression shirt/shorts) (*as available). Some wrestlers may have also received headgear.
**Women's wrestling is still in its infancy and we are still growing our gear stockpile so we have to make do with what we have available. Coach Cotto is working hard to beef up our supply of gear!
ALL SCHOOL-ISSUED GEAR MUST BE RETURNED AT THE END OF THE SEASON!!
TAKING CARE OF YOUR GEAR - All wrestlers are expected to care for their gear!! See below for helpful hints:
UNIFORM DO'S AND DON'TS (Singlets, compression shirts, shorts, warm ups):
DO Wash all uniforms before wearing
DO Wash uniforms inside-out to prevent damage to screen printing
DO Wash colors and white uniforms separately
DO Wash in cold water
DO Use mild detergent (adding white vinegar and baking soda to your load of laundry helps get rid of the stank)
DO Hang to dry using plastic or wooden hangers (not metal)
DO NOT dry clean
DO NOT put singlets and compression shirts/shorts in the dryer. AIR DRYING IS BEST!
DO NOT use metal hangers
DO NOT use bleach
DO NOT use fabric softener. It can cause damage to wicking.
DO NOT leave wet uniforms in a pile...colors may bleed and possibly mold
GEAR DO'S AND DON'TS (Shoes, bags, knee pads...)
Wipe headgear and the inside of your bag down often with disinfectant wipes (ie: Clorox, Defense wipes, etc...)
Your gear will STINK!! Some ways to help alleviate the stank are:
Sitting gear (not clothing) in the sun to air out. DO NOT PUT COLORED UNIFORMS IN THE SUN!!
Keep a can of Lysol (or similar) disinfectant spray handy
Put a scented dryer sheet in each stanky shoe
Don't leave wet, sweaty items in your bag...air out as soon as possible. Especially shoes...
Don't leave wet, sweaty practice items in a pile. Wash as soon a possible to avoid mold
Wrestlers should learn to wash their own clothes. You are young adults and should know this life-changing skill. And your mom is not your maid :0)
Everything else listed below is intended to be helpful information only:
Dicks and Academy sell basic shoe brands locally or, if you are so inclined, you can shop online. Shoes can be any color or brand. Popular brands are Rudis, Asics, Nike, Adidas.
Over the years, our team supply of headgear has dwindled. If you are able to purchase your own headgear, that would be phenomenal. If not, wrestlers may need to share a loaner from the school. Headgear can be any color or brand. Popular brands are Cliff Keen, Rudis, Asics, Adidas
HIGHLY ENCOURAGED, is a wrestling bag (backpack or duffel) for the athletes to keep up with all their stuff. This should be SEPARATE from their school backpack! WRESTLERS WILL NEED THIS WHEN TRAVELING!!
Be sure you have warmup items! Wrestlers often wait a LONG time between matches at tournaments and need to keep their muscles warm.
Tops - can be long sleeved shirts, hoodies, sweatshirts etc.
Bottoms - can be pj pants (very common among wrestlers), or sweatpants. Don't buy joggers for tournaments! The gathered ankle is difficult to get on and off over wrestling shoes. Buy bottoms that are loose at the ankle.
Personal cooler - Wrestlers will need this when traveling to all day tournaments to keep their personal items. The team does not provide meals so wrestlers need to pack for themselves accordingly with healthy, low-sugar, high-protein items.
Women - Be sure you have a sports bra! Bras should NOT be low-cut, they should compress, and CANNOT have any metal or plastic clips or buckles
Women - Be sure you bring personal feminine hygiene products to tournaments.
Headphones or earbuds - NOT REQUIRED but on tournament days, wrestlers LOVE to use them to focus and tune everything out prior to their matches and when vegging out between matches.
Underwear - All wrestlers should always wear underwear underneath their singlets or compression shorts. Don't wear loose fitting boxers. And PLEASE do not go commando.
Jewelry - NO JEWELRY ALLOWED. If you have piercings, they must be removed for practice and competition. No watches, no bracelets, no hair ties around the wrists...nothing.
Knee pads or knee sleeves - NOT REQUIRED but your wrestler may want to have on hand
Air Tags - Our family has found air tags to be super helpful...put one in your wrestling bag, on your phone, on your headphones....tournaments are crowded, cluttered and chaotic and it is VERY easy and VERY COMMON for wrestlers to lose personal items.
Portable Phone Charger - This is a must on tournament days for both wrestlers and parents. No one wants to be at an all day tourney and have their phone die.
Parents - I highly encourage you to invest in a bleacher seat cushion (with a back). Tournaments are LONG and your backside and lower back will thank you the following day.
Defense Wipes - We have some for team use but wrestlers can buy their own. I've also seen a Defense 'travel kit' that has wipes, cream, soap, foam etc that looked kind of cool. Just google!
As always, please feel free to reach out with any questions. I'm happy to help and if I don’t know the answer, I’ll do my best to get you one. This information can also be found in the BASIC INFO tab on our website https://www.laneywrestling.com.
Go Bucs!!
Lynette Thomas
Team Mom on behalf of the Laney Wrestling Program
910-620-0347 (text or call)
thomasbrood4@gmail.com
*Also available on Facebook/Messenger
PRACTICE UPDATE & PICTURE LINK (Sent Nov 10th)
Good morning Laney Wrestlers and families!
Quick email to give an update for practice tomorrow. Tuesday, Nov 11th practice will now be in the afternoon. See below:
PRACTICES & KEY EVENTS -
WEEK OF NOV 9TH:
Mon 11/10 -
Men and Women - Practice, 3:45p-5:30p(new wrestlers) and 3:45p-6:15p (returning wrestlers).
Tues 11/11 -
VETERANS DAY - NO SCHOOL
Men and Women - Practice, 3:00p-4:30p(new wrestlers/JV) and 4:00p-5:30p (returning wrestlers/Varsity).
Wed 11/12 -
HOME Conference team dual vs South Brunswick.
Thr 11/13 -
Men and Women - Practice, 3:45p-5:30p(new wrestlers) and 3:45p-6:00p (returning wrestlers).
Fri 11/14 -
No practice.
Varsity Men & Women will travel to Catamount Duals. See separate email sent 11/7 with specific event details.
Sat 11/15 -
Varsity Men & Women - Catamount Duals
JV - WMGB Memorial. This is a NEW event, JUST added to our schedule. See separate email sent 11/7 with specific event details.
Also, below is the link to all the pictures that were taken during Media Day on Saturday.
Media Day Picture Link:
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/18XT0PHaCQqXKFLCao1heLThT-W2ZhZwN
Don't forget to utilize the Laney Wrestling website as a quick resource to locate any information that I have provided in my emails to the team. As always, please feel free to reach out with any questions. I’m happy to help!
Go Bucs!!
Lynette Thomas
Team Mom on behalf of the Laney Wrestling Program
910-620-0347 (text or call)
thomasbrood4@gmail.com
*Also available on Facebook/Messenger
WEEKLY INFO (FOR WEEK OF NOV 9TH) (Sent Nov 6th)
** IF YOUR STUDENT DECIDES THAT WRESTLING IS NOT FOR THEM, PLEASE LET ME KNOW AND I WILL REMOVE FROM THE ROSTER AND EMAIL COMMUNICATIONS **
Our regular season is underway!! I'm sending this out a bit early for next week as there is a LOT going on. Please be sure you are reading my emails! And remember you can use the website https://www.laneywrestling.com to find information as well.
MANDATORY WINTER SPORTS MEETING - REMINDER!! This meeting is TONIGHT, 6:00p in the New Gym. This meeting is MANDATORY...
ALL wrestlers and at least one parent/guardian MUST ATTEND.
* Feel free to bring your signed Catamount permission slip (see below for details)
Laney Athletic Boosters will be there for anyone interested in joining
PRACTICES & KEY EVENTS -
WEEK OF NOV 9TH:
Mon 11/10 -
Men and Women - Practice, 3:45p-5:30p (new wrestlers) and 3:45p-6:15p (returning wrestlers).
Tues 11/11 -
VETERANS DAY - NO SCHOOL
ALL wrestlers - Practice, 9:00a-11:00
Wed 11/12 -
HOME Conference team dual vs South Brunswick. See details below
Thr 11/13 -
Men and Women - Practice, 3:45p-5:30p (new wrestlers) and 3:45p-6:00p (returning wrestlers).
Fri 11/14 -
No practice.
Varsity Men & Women will travel to Catamount Duals. I will send a separate email with specific event details.
Sat 11/15 -
Varsity Men & Women - Catamount Duals
JV - WMGB Memorial. This is a NEW event, JUST added to our schedule. I will send a separate email with specific event details.
REGULAR SEASON PRACTICES - Wrestlers are expected to attend ALL regular season practices.
If a wrestler misses multiple practices without communication to Coach Adams or Coach Cotto, they may be removed from the roster.
Typically practices are every day of the week (including Saturdays). If we are not at a scheduled event, we are practicing.
If you are participating in a Laney Fall sport (football, volleyball, soccer etc) you will finish out the fall sport season before beginning wrestling.
ALL ATHLETES MUST BE PICKED UP WITHIN 15 MINUTES OF PRACTICE END TIME. Parents PLEASE be prompt in picking up your athlete!!! Coaches CANNOT wait around after practice, nor should they have to.
If anyone needs help with transportation, they can email Coach Adams (andre.adams@nhcs.net) and he will try to coordinate carpools.
HOME CONFERENCE DUAL VS SOUTH BRUNSWICK - **Ya'll, this is our 1st of only 4 home duals of the regular season. Please spread the word and let’s fill our bleachers with Laney fans!!!!
Date: Wednesday, 11/12
Place: Laney High School, MJ gym
Time: 5:00p start time
Varsity Men and Women - report to the practice room immediately after school
JV Wrestlers - report to the MJ Gym immediately after school to help set up for the dual
Women and Men’s Varsity will dual South Brunswick and any applicable JV matches that can be arranged will take place. **I do not know the order that they will compete and I'm tired of guessing :0) I recommend spectators arrive by 5:00p to support ALL our wrestlers
South Brunswick historically has had a rather large women’s team
*JV – Coaches from both teams make every effort to arrange JV matches when possible. Sometimes JV matches are held BEFORE Varsity and sometimes AFTER. A conference JV match is not guaranteed for every wrestler. It depends heavily on the opposing team's roster. Again, every effort is made to give the wrestlers live matches whenever possible.
Snack/water Donations: We are covered for snacks and waters for this dual. THANK YOU to the Kiser/Willis, Nelson, Sarvis, and Noe families!!
WRESTLERS AND FAMILIES, PLEASE PLEASE, AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE EVENT, TAKE A MOMENT TO LOOK AROUND THE BLEACHERS AND PICK UP ANY TRASH THAT YOU SEE.
Tickets: Tickets are $9 for Adults and $5 for students and senior citizens. Tickets can be purchased via the link below. I don’t know if cash will be accepted.
Ticket Link:
HOME DUAL ANNOUNCER - WE NEED AN ANNOUNCER!! If you or anyone you know would be interested in announcing for our home dual on Wednesday, please reach out to myself, Coach Adams or Coach Cotto.
TEAM CONTRACT & TEACHER RECOMMENDATION FORMS - These forms are REQUIRED. If you have not yet returned these forms, please do so immediately.
CATAMOUNT DUAL PERMISSION SLIP - As of this season, wrestlers will be REQUIRED to turn in a SIGNED permission slip for all overnight events.
Form is attached
Parents, please print and return ASAP if your wrestler is traveling to compete in this event.
If you are not sure if you are attending this event on Saturday, please speak to Coach Adams or Coach Cotto to confirm. (Do not ask Mrs Thomas!...she doesn't know)
If the signed form is not returned, your wrestler CANNOT attend.
SENIOR SPOTLIGHTS - This season we will be recognizing our 11 amazing Seniors by highlighting each athlete. Seniors, if you haven't done so already, please see my email sent 10/29 and respond ASAP with the requested information. So far, I have only received one (1) response
UPDATED SEASON COMPETITION SCHEDULE - Our season competition schedule HAS BEEN UPDATED WITH A JV EVENT ON 11/15 and A TRI MEET ON 11/20. Schedule is attached. All changes from the previous version are noted in RED.
SNACK/WATER TEAM DONATIONS - WE HAVE A NEW JV EVENT THAT HAS BEEN ADDED. Please see the Sign-Up Genius and we ask that everyone grab a slot and help by donating HEALTHY assorted snacks and/or cases of water for season events. Multiple families have already signed up....THANK YOU!!!!
2025-2026 Snack/Water Sign-Up Genius Link:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E084DA4A62AA6FB6-54178179-20252026
BSN TEAM STORE - Reopened for a limited time!
We have several new families on the roster and we wanted to make sure everyone has an opportunity to purchase team gear specifically for wrestling. This will be the last opportunity to order any wrestling apparel. For anyone interested, see details below:
Purchasing is NOT REQUIRED …it is 100% OPTIONAL!!!
Deadline to order is December 19th (yes, it's a bit far out but...Orders are expected to be printed and shipped in 1-2 business days
No minimum order requirement
Men's and Women's items available
Orders will be shipped directly to you
BSN Team Store link:
https://bsnteamsports.com/shop/aEpPehJoKg
As always, please feel free to reach out with any questions. I'm happy to help and if I don’t know the answer, I’ll do my best to get you one. Don't forget to visit our website https://www.laneywrestling.com.
Go Bucs!!
Lynette Thomas
Team Mom on behalf of the Laney Wrestling Program
910-620-0347 (text or call)
thomasbrood4@gmail.com
*Also available on Facebook/Messenger
RUDIS STORE CLOSES TODAY, 11/5 (Sent Nov 5th)
Hello Laney Wrestlers and families,
Several families have reached out for an update on where we are on the orders. Please see below:
RUDIS TEAM STORE - Reminder that TODAY is the deadline to place an order!! Orders must be placed by midnight
As mentioned previously, RUDIS has a "minimum order" requirement of either six (6) or twelve (12). This means that if we, as a team, do not meet the minimum requirement for an individual item, it will NOT be processed. If you place an order for an item and then we DON'T meet the minimum order requirement, you will be REFUNDED and will not receive the item.
We are really close on a few of the items so if anyone is still considering, that would be awesome!
As of today, the current count for items on order are:
Pink/black singlet - 8 ordered. We have reached the minimum and are GOOD!
Royal/white singlet - 4 ordered. Need 2 more. We are super close on this one...If we can get 2 more families to order (men or women)
Go-to Polo, carbon - 3 ordered. Need 3 more
Genesis backpack - 2 ordered. Need 4 more. This item is expensive but very handy to have on tournament days and several veteran wrestlers have enjoyed this bag!!!
Men's royal blue/white 1/4 zip - 2 ordered. Need 4 more
Men's royal blue shorts - 1 ordered. Need 5 more
Go-to Hex Polo, black - 1 ordered. Need 5 more
Elite shorts, black - 1 ordered. Need 5 more
Hoodie, royal blue - 4 ordered. Need 8 more
Crewneck, black - 2 ordered. Need 10 more
Elite super soft tshirt, black - 2 ordered. Need 10 more
Deadline to order is TODAY!!
Link to order is below
Purchasing is NOT REQUIRED …it is 100% OPTIONAL!!!
Discount! - If you purchase any 3 items or more, you can get 15% off by using the discount Code: TS-OPP0030193-BB (the code is Cap Sensitive)
Buddy up with another family to get the discount!!
Orders will be shipped directly to you (not the school)
RUDIS Team store link:
https://www.rudis.com/collections/opp0030193
As always, please feel free to reach out with any questions. I'm happy to help and if I don’t know the answer, I’ll do my best to get you one. Don't forget to visit our website https://www.laneywrestling.com.
Go Bucs!!
Lynette Thomas
Team Mom on behalf of the Laney Wrestling Program
910-620-0347 (text or call)
thomasbrood4@gmail.com
*Also available on Facebook/Messenger
WINTER SPORTS MEETING & ATHLETIC BOOSTERS (Sent Nov 5th)
Hello again wrestlers and families,
Quick reminder for the 2 items below:
MANDATORY WINTER SPORTS MEETING - Reminder that this meeting is TOMORROW, Thurs, Nov 6th, 6:00p in the New Gym.
This meeting is MANDATORY
ALL wrestlers and at least one parent/guardian MUST ATTEND.
LANEY ATHLETIC BOOSTERS - BOOSTERS WILL HAVE A TABLE SET UP AT THE WINTER SPORTS MEETING!!
We are still calling for each family to consider joining the Laney Athletic Boosters to represent OUR SPORT, and ensure that wrestling has a voice as athletic decisions are being made that affect us. We currently have a team roster of 64 and 7 coaches on staff but only 8 families and 2 coaches with memberships. THANK YOU TO THE FAMILIES THAT HAVE ALREADY JOINED!!!
The minimum cost for families to join is only $25
Coaches can join for only $5!!
If you choose the $100 donation, a clear stadium bag is included, and we have SEVERAL wrestling venues that have a clear bag policy, so this is a super perk!
From Boosters, wrestling specifically has recently received some AMAZING gifts:
Brand new, LARGE speakers that we use at duals, fundraising events like the women's car wash, and home duals
New "window cling" graphics to display in our wrestling room
2 large rolling carts
2 huge boxes of laundry detergent to wash ALL our uniforms for the entire season
Labels and zip ties for organization and labeling our Wrestling gear
2 large coolers
Refrigerator
A MASSIVE "LANEY WRESTLING" flag that we intend to bring to competitions for display
Laney Athletic Booster Membership Link:
https://sites.google.com/nhcs.net/laney-athletic-boosters/home/memberships?authuser=0
Go Bucs!!
Lynette Thomas
Team Mom on behalf of the Laney Wrestling Program
910-620-0347 (text or call)
thomasbrood4@gmail.com
*Also available on Facebook/Messenger
BSN TEAM STORE IS NOW REOPENED FOR A LIMITED TIME!! (Sent Nov 5th)
Hello Laney Wrestling families!
Sending the 1st of several emails for the day....
The BSN Team Store has been reopened for a limited time!
We have several new families on the roster and we wanted to make sure everyone has an opportunity to purchase team gear specifically for wrestling. This will be the last opportunity to order any wrestling apparel. For anyone interested, see details below:
Purchasing is NOT REQUIRED …it is 100% OPTIONAL!!!
Deadline to order is December 19th (yes, it's a bit far out but...Orders are expected to be printed and shipped in 1-2 business days
No minimum order requirement
Men's and Women's items available
Orders will be shipped directly to you
BSN Team Store link:
https://bsnteamsports.com/shop/aEpPehJoKg
As always, please feel free to reach out with any questions.
Go Bucs!
Lynette Thomas
Team Mom on behalf of the Laney Wrestling Program
910-620-0347 (text or call)
thomasbrood4@gmail.com
*Also available on Facebook/Messenger
Hi all,
Sorry for a second email today but I need to pass along information regarding Gear distribution, the RUDIS Team Store, and carpooling. Please see below:
GEAR DISTRIBUTION - We will NOT be distributing gear on Tuesday and instead will do this at the beginning of practice on Saturday, Nov 8th and before team pictures. This applies to both the Women's team and Men's.
RUDIS TEAM STORE - We have extended the RUDIS store and it will now remain open until midnight Wednesday, Nov 5th.
As mentioned previously, RUDIS has a "minimum order" requirement of either six (6) or twelve (12). This means that if we, as a team, do not meet the minimum requirement for an individual item, it will NOT be processed. If you place an order for an item and then we DON'T meet the minimum order requirement, you will be REFUNDED and will not receive the item.
As of today, the current count for items on order are:
Pink/black singlet - 6 ordered. We have reached the minimum and are GOOD!
Royal/white singlet - I know of 4 families that were interested in ordering (Barden, Tyler, Thomas, & Daniel). If we can get 2 more families to order (men or women) we can reach this minimum!!
Men's royal blue/white 1/4 zip - 2 ordered. Need 4 more
Men's royal blue shorts - 1 ordered. Need 5 more
Crewneck, black - 1 ordered. Need 11 more
Go-to Hex Polo, black - 1 ordered. Need 5 more
Go-to Polo, carbon - 2 ordered. Need 4 more
Hoodie, royal blue - 3 ordered. Need 9 more
Genesis backpack - 1 ordered. Need 5 more. This item is expensive but very handy to have on tournament days and several veteran wrestlers have enjoyed this bag!!!
Elite super soft tshirt, black - 2 ordered. Need 10 more
Elite shorts, black - 1 ordered. Need 5 more
Deadline to order is now midnight, Wednesday, Nov 5th
Link to order is below
Purchasing is NOT REQUIRED …it is 100% OPTIONAL!!!
Discount! - If you purchase any 3 items or more, you can get 15% off by using the discount Code: TS-OPP0030193-BB (the code is Cap Sensitive)
Buddy up with another family to get the discount!!
Orders will be shipped directly to you (not the school)
RUDIS Team store link:
https://www.rudis.com/collections/opp0030193
CARPOOL ASSISTANCE - If there is anyone available to assist with carpooling from Thurs 11/6 thru Tues 11/11, we have a wrestler in need. DJ lives in Sidbury Station off Sidbury Rd. If you can help out, please reach out directly to mom, Michelle Blanton. Her contact info is below:
DJ DAVIS (wrestler)
MICHELLE BLANTON (mom)
(706) 577-7569
PRACTICES & KEY EVENTS - Updates in RED
WEEK OF NOV 2ND:
Mon 11/3 -
Men and Women - Practice, 3:45p-5:30p (new wrestlers) and 3:45p-6:15p (returning wrestlers).
Tues 11/4 -
Men and Women - Practice, 3:45p-5:30p (new wrestlers) and 3:45p-6:15p (returning wrestlers).
Uniform and Gear distribution after practice
Wed 11/5 -
Men and Women - Practice, 3:45p-5:30p (new wrestlers) and 3:45p-6:15p (returning wrestlers).
RUDIS Team Store closes
Thr 11/6 -
Men and Women - Practice, 3:45p-5:30p (new wrestlers) and 3:45p-6:00p (returning wrestlers).
MANDATORY Winter Sports Meeting, 6:00p (New Gym) for ALL wrestlers and at least one (1) parent/guardian (see details below)
Fri 11/7 -
ALL wrestlers - Practice 3:45p-5:30p
Inflatable Tunnel Set up - Volunteers need to arrive by 5:45pm (wrestlers can show immediately after practice)... Be ready to work, and THANK YOU Heather & Jed Noe, the Gillespie family, & Samantha/Madison Tyler).
Sat 11/8 -
Uniform and Gear distribution
ALL wrestlers - Practice 9:00a-12:00p
Team pictures and Media Day!
As always, please feel free to reach out with any questions. I'm happy to help and if I don’t know the answer, I’ll do my best to get you one. Don't forget to visit our website https://www.laneywrestling.com.
Go Bucs!!
Lynette Thomas
Team Mom on behalf of the Laney Wrestling Program
910-620-0347 (text or call)
thomasbrood4@gmail.com
*Also available on Facebook/Messenger
Hello wrestlers and families!
We have an URGENT call for volunteers THIS FRIDAY, 11/7! This is another opportunity to raise funds for our program WITHOUT OPENING YOUR WALLET!!
See details below:
FOOTBALL TUNNEL SET UP - Volunteers are needed for playoffs!
We need five (5) volunteers
See Signup Genius link below and grab a slot.
Our team will earn $100
Wrestlers have practice until 5:30 and can take care of set up immediately after practice (set up by 6:00 pm)
Volunteers will roll out the tunnel, inflate it and once the football team runs through, you deflate, press out ALL the air, and fold it back up for storage. THAT'S IT!
Volunteers will get in FREE to the game!!
Student Athletes CAN AND SHOULD VOLUNTEER!! GRAB A FRIEND OR 2, DO THE QUICK PROCESS AND YOU ARE FREE TO GO WATCH THE GAME!!
Volunteers should be big enough and strong enough to maneuver the inflatable
Tunnel Set up Sign Up Link:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E084DA4A62AA6FB6-58230311-wrestling
As always, please feel free to reach out with any questions.
Go Bucs!!
Lynette Thomas
Team Mom on behalf of the Laney Wrestling Program
910-620-0347 (text or call)
thomasbrood4@gmail.com
*Also available on Facebook/Messenger
Good Morning Laney Wrestlers and families,
The coaches asked that I send out a reminder regarding regular season practices now that we have officially started our season.
Wrestling is not a "club sport" and athletes can be removed from the roster at any time for a variety of reasons, including multiple missed practices without communication to the Coaches. Beginning next week, attendance will be taken
Practices are MANDATORY and wrestlers are expected to attend ALL regular season practices.
WRESTLERS CANNOT PRACTICE UNTIL ALL DRAGONFLY PAPERWORK IS APPROVED. NO EXCEPTIONS!!
WRESTLERS CANNOT PRACTICE UNTIL THEY HAVE TAKEN AND PASSED THEIR HYDRATION TEST. NO EXCEPTIONS!!
WRESTLERS CANNOT PRACTICE UNTIL THEY HAVE TURNED IN THEIR SIGNED TEAM CONTRACT FORM. NO EXCEPTIONS!!
If a wrestler misses multiple practices without communication to Coach Adams or Coach Cotto, they may be removed from the roster.
Typically practices are every day of the week (including Saturdays). If we are not at a scheduled event, we are practicing.
If you are participating in a Laney Fall sport (football, volleyball, soccer etc) you will finish out the fall sport season before beginning wrestling.
If you are participating in a Laney Fall sport, MAKE SURE YOUR COACHES KNOW!!
ALL ATHLETES MUST BE PICKED UP WITHIN 15 MINUTES OF PRACTICE END TIME. Parents PLEASE be prompt in picking up your athlete!!! Coaches CANNOT wait around after practice, nor should they have to.
If anyone needs help with transportation, they can email Coach Adams (andre.adams@nhcs.net) and he will try to coordinate carpools.
Wrestling is a BIG COMMITMENT!
Coach Contact Information:
Andre Adams - andre.adams@nhcs.net
Lucas Cotto - cotto.lucas@gmail.com
Go Bucs!!
Lynette Thomas
Team Mom on behalf of the Laney Wrestling Program
910-620-0347 (text or call)
thomasbrood4@gmail.com
*Also available on Facebook/Messenger
** IF YOUR STUDENT DECIDES THAT WRESTLING IS NOT FOR THEM, PLEASE LET ME KNOW AND I WILL REMOVE FROM THE ROSTER AND EMAIL COMMUNICATIONS **
We have OFFICIALLY begun the NCHSAA regular season and we are so excited to see the teams begin competing!!! LOTS of NEW information being shared so please be sure you are reading my emails! As I'm sure you've noticed by now, things are constantly changing and being updated. I will always send out emails as soon as possible even if it means multiple emails a week (or even multiple in a day!). And remember you can use the website https://www.laneywrestling.com...I've spent a considerable amount of time updating the site to make it as easy as possible for everyone to find information. Give it a look!
Please see below for important info:
PRACTICES & KEY EVENTS -
WEEK OF NOV 2ND:
Mon 11/3 -
Men and Women - Practice, 3:45p-5:30p (new wrestlers) and 3:45p-6:15p (returning wrestlers).
Tues 11/4 -
Men and Women - Practice, 3:45p-5:30p (new wrestlers) and 3:45p-6:15p (returning wrestlers).
Uniform and Gear distribution after practice
Wed 11/5 -
Men and Women - Practice, 3:45p-5:30p (new wrestlers) and 3:45p-6:15p (returning wrestlers).
Thr 11/6 -
Men and Women - Practice, 3:45p-5:30p (new wrestlers) and 3:45p-6:00p (returning wrestlers).
MANDATORY Winter Sports Meeting, 6:00p (New Gym) for ALL wrestlers and at least one (1) parent/guardian (see details below)
Fri 11/7 -
ALL wrestlers - Practice 3:45p-5:30p
Sat 11/8 -
ALL wrestlers - Practice 9:00a-12:00p
Team pictures and Media Day!
REGULAR SEASON PRACTICES - Wrestlers are expected to attend ALL regular season practices.
WRESTLERS CANNOT PRACTICE UNTIL ALL DRAGONFLY PAPERWORK IS APPROVED. NO EXCEPTIONS!!
WRESTLERS CANNOT PRACTICE UNTIL THEY HAVE TAKEN AND PASSED THEIR HYDRATION TEST. NO EXCEPTIONS!!
WRESTLERS CANNOT PRACTICE UNTIL THEY HAVE TURNED IN THEIR SIGNED TEAM CONTRACT FORM. NO EXCEPTIONS!!
If a wrestler misses multiple practices without communication to Coach Adams or Coach Cotto, they may be removed from the roster.
Typically practices are every day of the week (including Saturdays). If we are not at a scheduled event, we are practicing.
If you are participating in a Laney Fall sport (football, volleyball, soccer etc) you will finish out the fall sport season before beginning wrestling.
ALL ATHLETES MUST BE PICKED UP WITHIN 15 MINUTES OF PRACTICE END TIME. Parents PLEASE be prompt in picking up your athlete!!! Coaches CANNOT wait around after practice, nor should they have to.
If anyone needs help with transportation, they can email Coach Adams (andre.adams@nhcs.net) and he will try to coordinate carpools.
DRAGONFLY MAX - Thanks to those that have reached out about still needing Dragonfly approvals. Remember, we are at the mercy of the trainer...PLEASE CHECK YOUR DRAGONFLY ACCOUNT!!! If you have NOT been approved in Dragonfly and are only awaiting final approval, please email or text me right away. I am compiling another list to submit to the trainer. We HAVE to push to get all athletes approved in Dragonfly and we are still experiencing significant delays.
Remember, wrestlers CANNOT practice until they are APPROVED.
DragonFly MAX Link:
https://www.dragonflymax.com/#
HYDRATION TESTS – All wrestlers are required to take a hydration test (urine test) before they can attend regular season practices. If you still need to take the hydration test, please reach out to Coach Adams or Coach Cotto.
For those new to wrestling, the hydration test measures the athletes body fluid balance and sets their weight benchmark. If your wrestler loses weight during the season, the hydration test will help monitor that they are losing at a healthy rate.
WRESTLERS SHOULD ALWAYS BE HYDRATING and WRESTLERS CANNOT TAKE THE HYDRATION TEST UNTIL THEY ARE APPROVED IN DRAGONFLY!!!!!
If a wrestler does not take the hydration test or does not pass, they CANNOT PRACTICE and may be removed from the roster.
TEAM CONTRACT FORM - Attached is the REQUIRED wrestler contract form.
ALL WRESTLERS AND A PARENT MUST SIGN AND RETURN THIS FORM TO EITHER COACH ADAMS OR COACH COTTO.
Wrestlers cannot attend regular season practices until their form is signed and turned in. NO EXCEPTIONS!!
TEACHER RECOMMENDATION FORM - Attached is the REQUIRED Teacher Recommendation form. It is DUE BY TOMORROW, FRI, 10/31!!
RUDIS TEAM STORE - Now reopened for a limited time!
Deadline to order is midnight TOMORROW, Friday, Oct 31st
Link to order is below
Purchasing is NOT REQUIRED …it is 100% OPTIONAL!!!
Minimum order requirement - RUDIS has a "minimum order" requirement of six (6). This means that if we, as a team, do not meet the minimum requirement for an individual item, it will not be processed. If you place an order for an item and then we don't meet the minimum order requirement, you will be refunded and will not receive the item.
As of today, the current count for items on order are:
pink/black singlet - 2 ordered. 4 more orders are getting ready to be placed. We will meet the minimum requirement. (yay!)
Men's royal blue/white 1/4 zip - 2 ordered. Need 4 more
Men's royal blue shorts - 1 ordered. Need 5 more
Crewneck, black - 1 ordered. Need 11 more
Go-to Polo, carbon - 1 ordered. Need 5 more
Hoodie, royal blue - 1 ordered. Need 11 more
Genesis backpack - 1 ordered. Need 5 more
Discount! - If you purchase any 3 items or more, you can get 15% off by using the discount Code: TS-OPP0030193-BB (the code is Cap Sensitive)
Buddy up with another family to get the discount!!
Orders will be shipped directly to you (not the school)
Great for holiday gifts too!
**Note, the backpack is a GREAT quality item. It's expensive but very handy to have on tournament days and several veteran wrestlers have enjoyed this bag!!!
RUDIS Team store link:
https://www.rudis.com/collections/opp0030193
UNIFORM AND GEAR DISTRIBUTION - Uniform and gear distribution to both teams will be Tuesday, Nov 4th!
MANDATORY WINTER SPORTS MEETING - This meeting is Thurs, Nov 6th, 6:00p in the New Gym. This meeting is MANDATORY... ALL wrestlers and at least one parent/guardian MUST ATTEND.
TEAM PICTURES AND MEDIA DAY - Team pictures will be Saturday, Nov 8th! If you do not attend, your picture will not be in the yearbook. We are also going to do a "Media Day" with the opportunity for other pictures.
LANEY ATHLETIC BOOSTERS - See email sent 10/28 for details. We are requesting that each family consider joining the Laney Athletic Boosters to represent OUR SPORT, and ensure that wrestling has a voice as athletic decisions are being made that affect us. We currently have a team roster of 66 and 7 coaches on staff but only 5 families and 2 coaches with memberships.
The minimum cost for families to join is only $25
Coaches can join for only $5!!
If you choose the $100 donation, a clear stadium bag is included, and we have SEVERAL wrestling venues that have a clear bag policy, so this is a super perk!
From Boosters, wrestling specifically has recently received some AMAZING gifts:
Brand new, LARGE speakers that we use at duals, fundraising events like the women's car wash, and home duals
New "window cling" graphics to display in our wrestling room
2 large rolling carts
2 huge boxes of laundry detergent to wash ALL our uniforms for the entire season
Labels and zip ties for organization and labeling our Wrestling gear
2 large coolers
Refrigerator
A MASSIVE "LANEY WRESTLING" flag that we intend to bring to competitions for display
Link to join is below. A Boosters table will also be set up at the Winter Sports Meeting on Thurs, 11/6 so you can sign up then if you prefer.
Laney Athletic Booster Membership Link:
https://sites.google.com/nhcs.net/laney-athletic-boosters/home/memberships?authuser=0
SNACK/WATER TEAM DONATIONS - See email sent 10/17 for details. I have created a Sign-Up Genius for everyone to grab a slot and help by donating HEALTHY assorted snacks and/or cases of water. If our schedule changes, I will update the Sign-Up Genius as needed. I will add post-season events later. PLEASE, PLEASE share the load! We have a roster of 66 kids and we don't want the same 5 families donating over and over all season long. Multiple families have already signed up....THANK YOU!!!! For others, the Sign-up Genius link is below:
2025-2026 Snack/Water Sign-Up Genius Link:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E084DA4A62AA6FB6-54178179-20252026
SEASON COMPETITION SCHEDULE - UPDATED (as of 10/21) season schedule is attached. All changes are noted in RED.
CATAMOUNTS DUALS - Reminder that this event on Sat, 11/15, will be an OVERNIGHT stay and participating athletes would be leaving the school on Fri, 11/14. I will send out details specifically for the event as we get a bit closer but wanted to share for everyone's knowledge. Additionally, for anyone interested in getting a room as the same hotel as the team on Friday 11/14, hotel information is below:
Holiday Inn Raleigh-Durham Airport by IHG
930 Airport Blvd,
Morrisville, NC 27560
As always, please feel free to reach out with any questions. I'm happy to help and if I don’t know the answer, I’ll do my best to get you one. Don't forget to visit our website https://www.laneywrestling.com.
Go Bucs!!
Lynette Thomas
Team Mom on behalf of the Laney Wrestling Program
910-620-0347 (text or call)
thomasbrood4@gmail.com
*Also available on Facebook/Messenger