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Mat Return: The Resurgence of Amateur Wrestling in the U.S. Kindle Edition

by Ron Lang (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
5.0 5.0 out of 5 stars 16 ratings
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Mat Return is the story of amateur wrestling, and how the world's oldest sport is enjoying a resurgence in the United States. It will teach you an understanding of the sport and take you to locations where wrestling for all ages has become more accessible in every state. That popularity can be identified by the number of states that have sanctioned girls' wrestling to the growing amount of American wrestlers making their mark on the international stage. Not only has wrestling proven to be an important skill in mixed martial arts competitions, it continues to provide valuable attributes that are the foundation of success in any athletic venture and in life.

Wrestling is tough, but it has been universally recognized by participants as the best thing they've ever done. Mat Return tells the story of the sport of wrestling in all fifty states. Readers will consume stories of how wrestling helped real people prepare for accomplishments in athletics and achieve success and happiness in their own lives. From legends of the sport to five-year-olds just starting out, wrestling enhances their personal growth. Mat Return delivers the reader to the wrestling rooms and spirited competitions that have forged the character of those involved. On these wrestling mats, people are changed for the better and the American society is being constantly strengthened. Become part of the wrestling community and be ready to take on any challenge in life through the lessons in Mat Return!
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    7 - 18 years
  2. Print length
    404 pages
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    English
  4. Publication date
    September 11, 2023
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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0CHVNGF61
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Ron Lang (September 11, 2023)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ September 11, 2023
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 5586 KB
  • Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Unlimited
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
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  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 404 pages
  • Customer Reviews:
    5.0 5.0 out of 5 stars 16 ratings

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Ron Lang

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Ron Lang was born in Louisville, KY. He is a graduate of the University of Kentucky. Ron spent a number of years coaching college and high school football from Maine to South Texas. He has also coached wrestling, power-lifting and track and field. Coach Lang's tutoring has helped numerous student-athletes receive athletic scholarships and some have even advanced to the professional ranks. Ron, himself, has corporate world experience in the asset management and insurance industries. He has now gone into private business "to ensure that the clients' interest come first."

Ron enjoys learning new things such as how to operate a locomotive, photography, and working with airplanes. He spends a lot of his time assisting with community events and helping non-profits. He is an active supporter of the local children's advocacy centers and the firefighters' association. Ron's hobbies are fishing, playing golf, reading, and watching college sports.

Ron and his wife live in Texas, where they frequently attend sporting events of the kids in their family. They don't have children together, but as Ron likes to say "She is the size of one and I act like one, so we have it covered." Ron started his author journey with "Relative Genius" as a promise to his mother. His writing is directed toward telling great stories and bringing more positivity into the world. You can follow him on Instagram @the.coachlang

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16 global ratings
An easy read that is informative, intriguing, and inspirational
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An easy read that is informative, intriguing, and inspirational
Mr. Lang has written what I consider to be the perfect book on wrestling for anyone regardless of their awareness of the sport. If you are new to amateur wrestling, you will find it informative, but not overwhelming with regard to wrestling's intricate rules, and interpretations. Simply put, you should take from it what is important for a novice to know. For those with varying backgrounds in wrestling, you cannot help but be somewhat captivated as the author guides you through a series of vignettes from across the United States that provide the seasoned wrestling fan with hope that the greatest sport of all is not "going gently into that goodnight", but rather reemerging in popularity, and growing like never before. After reading this book any parent would want their child to wrestle, and most importantly they can.
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Scott Knowlen
5.0 out of 5 stars A MUST HAVE FOR EVERY TYPE OF WRESTLING FAN!
Reviewed in the United States on September 23, 2023
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What makes Mat Return so amazing is that it is for anyone and everyone who has ever had anything to do with wrestling! The beginner wrestler, the parent new to the sport, the hard-working middle schooler who is desiring success, the goal-oriented high schooler that wants to take that next step, the post high school wrestler who loves the sport and wants to soak in as much about it as possible, the coach looking for inspiration or wrestling stories to motivate his athletes, and even the seasoned old-timer that just wants enjoy a good read about the sport he’s witnessed and credits with changing so many lives…all of these types of people with their varying backgrounds would both benefit and enjoy their time from reading this all-encompassing encyclopedia of amateur wrestling in America! Ron Lang has authored a book that should be in every wrestling fan’s personal library!
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5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic Storytelling
Reviewed in the United States on September 20, 2023
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As a parent who is new to the sport of wrestling, I loved this book! Ron does an excellent job describing the lay of the land with the history of the sport and the fundamental basics of the different types of wrestling. The vignettes throughout the book put faces to the sport and are a great illustration of countless unique journeys. Never personally having wrestled, I struggle finding the words to describe how and why this sport can draw one in so quickly. Ron’s storytelling perfectly articulates all the reasons the popularity of wrestling is back on the rise. Mat Return is a great read for anyone seeking to understand the positive impact the sport of wrestling has on personal development for all who participate - boys, girls, men and women! I highly recommend this book as a quick read or as a coffee table gem to revisit now and again!
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DT
5.0 out of 5 stars 1 of a kind work for a 1 of a kind sport
Reviewed in the United States on September 19, 2023
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What Ron has put together here is certainly unprecedented; a “faces in the crowd” perspective of the evolution of the greatest sport known to humankind. Other than reading this book, you wouldn’t get the panoramic view of the sport of wrestling as it is today that Ron provides anywhere else. This is a must read for 2 key demographics:

1) everyone involved or who has ever been involved in the sport of wrestling

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2) everyone who isn’t or hasn’t
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5.0 out of 5 stars Mat Return
Reviewed in the United States on October 25, 2023
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Great read, highly recommended!!
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Wendy
5.0 out of 5 stars If you love wrestling...you'll love this book!
Reviewed in the United States on September 19, 2023
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The author did an incredible job of capturing everything about the sport of wrestling including history, rules, culture, and notable athletes...all while sharing captivating experiences and stories along the way. Whether you know nothing about the sport or you are al life long fan, you will love this book. As a wrestling mom who loves to relate with her wrestler...this book was perfect!
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Blake
5.0 out of 5 stars Every Chapter is Captivating
Reviewed in the United States on September 13, 2023
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This is an excellent book about the power of the sport of wrestling. Every chapter is captivating and has nuggets of information about the sport of wrestling. It is well written and extremely informative. It is a great read for new or experienced wrestlers of all ages and their families. A great gift for anyone involved in the sport.
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JoeStab
5.0 out of 5 stars Great Read for anyone with an Interest in Wrestling
Reviewed in the United States on September 15, 2023
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Ron did a super job putting this book together and it was enjoyable reading his input of all the various parts of the sport and his take on girls wrestling was super and well done. Again a great read for anyone with an interest in the world greatest sport!
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cindy mosconi
5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing!!!
Reviewed in the United States on September 24, 2023
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Very good read! Excellent job at capturing all angles of the sport! This is a must read for any and everyone interested in or apart of wrestling! Well done Sir.
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