What equipment, uniform and grooming rules am I responsible for?

The NFHS makes the head coach responsible for making sure each wrestler is properly equipped, in proper uniform, and has skin, nails and hair suitable for competition.

Key rules:

• Braces: a wrestler with braces or another orthodontic device must wear a tooth and mouth protector that covers the teeth and all of the device (upper and lower if both have devices). It needs a biting-surface and lip-side portion. Custom fitting is recommended. A state association may require mouth protectors for all wrestlers.
• Undergarments: all wrestlers must wear suitable undergarments that completely cover the buttocks and groin. Girls' breasts must be completely covered and supported.
• No wearable tech: no video cameras or audio devices (including microphones) during matches. Hearing aids are allowed.
• No bands or sleeves: wristbands, sweatbands, bicep bands and arm or leg sleeves aren't allowed unless the sleeve contains a pad (since 2025-26).
• Uniform marks from July 1, 2027: school name, nickname, logo, mascot, weight class and/or wrestler's name are allowed. Manufacturer marks are limited to 2¼ square inches, once per garment.