RULES
Our rules are designed with fans in mind. CLAW has created a new form of wrestling that features the most appealing aspects of folkstyle and freestyle wrestling while minimizing "boring" and "confusing" elements. CLAW has also introduced other fan-friendly innovations that produce action, scoring, and excitement. The result is real wrestling that both athletes and fans will love.
Major Highlights:
#1 Every Point Counts. CLAW features dual meets between teams of 7 wrestlers. Every point scored by a wrestler is credited to the team, so there's always a reason to score as much as possible. The winning wrestler earns 5 points plus the MOV (margin of victory) for the team.
#2 Every Round Counts. A wrestler wins a match by winning more periods (called "rounds") than his opponent. In a way, each round is like a mini-match. There are four short periods, so wrestlers must "get after it." No more keeping it close with the intent of winning at the very end. If a tie results, overtime rules ensure the match is settled in a quick, dramatic fashion.
#3 New Ways to Score. To create more fan interest, CLAW has introduced two major ways to score points. If a wrestler scores in the first 15 seconds of a period, he is rewarded with a Quick Score Bonus (QSB) point. An even bigger fan favorite is the innovative Pylon Point. These new twists, along with other ways to score more points, make wrestling a lot more interesting to watch.
#4 Stalling is Not Tolerated. If the above isn't enough to encourage constant action, our new rules for stalling do the trick. If a wrestler isn't continually working to score or improve a position, he is immediately warned for stalling. If he doesn't act quickly to rectify the problem, points are awarded. CLAW is not for wrestlers who "slow down" matches, take few shots, ride with no intent to turn, hang out on the bottom, etc. They will be punished on the scoreboard!
There are numerous other rule tweaks, but in summary, CLAW rules change how matches are wrestled. There is more action, making it more entertaining for spectators!
Major Highlights:
#1 Every Point Counts. CLAW features dual meets between teams of 7 wrestlers. Every point scored by a wrestler is credited to the team, so there's always a reason to score as much as possible. The winning wrestler earns 5 points plus the MOV (margin of victory) for the team.
#2 Every Round Counts. A wrestler wins a match by winning more periods (called "rounds") than his opponent. In a way, each round is like a mini-match. There are four short periods, so wrestlers must "get after it." No more keeping it close with the intent of winning at the very end. If a tie results, overtime rules ensure the match is settled in a quick, dramatic fashion.
#3 New Ways to Score. To create more fan interest, CLAW has introduced two major ways to score points. If a wrestler scores in the first 15 seconds of a period, he is rewarded with a Quick Score Bonus (QSB) point. An even bigger fan favorite is the innovative Pylon Point. These new twists, along with other ways to score more points, make wrestling a lot more interesting to watch.
#4 Stalling is Not Tolerated. If the above isn't enough to encourage constant action, our new rules for stalling do the trick. If a wrestler isn't continually working to score or improve a position, he is immediately warned for stalling. If he doesn't act quickly to rectify the problem, points are awarded. CLAW is not for wrestlers who "slow down" matches, take few shots, ride with no intent to turn, hang out on the bottom, etc. They will be punished on the scoreboard!
There are numerous other rule tweaks, but in summary, CLAW rules change how matches are wrestled. There is more action, making it more entertaining for spectators!
5 REASONS WHY CLAW IS GREAT TO WATCH!
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REASON #5:
Quick Score Bonus (QSB) |
REASON #4:
Stalling is Not Tolerated |
REASON #3:
All Rounds and Points Count! |
REASON #2:
The Best of Freestyle |
REASON #1:
Pylon Points |
Note: Some of the above rules have been tweaked in the aftermath of our May 13 CLAW Open. We will continue to test rules throughout 2023-2024 as we prepare for the inaugural season.