Each match becomes a test of ability and character. Background Many people believe wrestling originated with the Greeks or Romans. In fact, it goes back much further than that, to ancient Egypt and even Sumeria. Wrestling Specifics Wrestling has many different forms. Olympic and world championships utilize freestyle or Greco-Roman .
Colleges utilize collegiate , also called folkstyle , and high schools use a variation thereof.
Other forms, such as sombo and sumo , are also practiced. Special tight, sleeveless one-piece outfits called singlets are worn, along with special shoes with flexible, thin soles. Current State of Affairs Wrestling is commonplace world-wide, as indicated by the numerous Olympic team showings. However, it is considered a minor sport in most schools across the U.S. today. Many young people still join the ranks each year, though, and many specific locales are growing in wrestling activity.