Mat cleaning 101

[CoachDelgado]

Ok usfjim, here is the string you desired on mat cleaning. As far as when to mop mats, ideally they should be mopped before and after every practice and before competeitions. The problem lies in whether or not a team leaves their mats out or has to roll them / stack them. At Houston we do not have a wrestling room. Everyday we have to stack up our mats and cover them with a tarp. Mopping after practice is not feasible due to drying time. We share a facility and have to get out of the way on schedule. This could also cause mold and mildew problems. Even if we did, whatever is on the botom side of one mat would get on the top side of the mat under it when they are stacked. We do mop religiously everyday before practice and before matches. For those with wrestling rooms, it is much easier. Mats should be mopped after practice and before. Keep in mind that wall pads and adjoining areas need to be mopped with regularity.

Edited January 22, 2004 by CoachDelgado

[best_of_the_west]

I never knew mopping could be so much fun. Don't worry Coach, I'm sure that all the mat will be disinfected properly tonight. See you there. Is it 5:00 weigh-ins and 6:00 start?

[usfjim]

coach d, thank you.

 

b.o.t.w., yes.

[xtrmx]

Ok R8. You let me down. You've gone from delivering expert opinions on the status of wrestling to how to mop a mat. Next will be how to put on a singlet!

(Just trying to get fired you up a little)

Edited January 23, 2004 by xtrmx