Wrestling on the Spectrum | How the Mat Changed Their Lives
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Wrestling on the Spectrum | How the Mat Changed Their Lives
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In this inspiring episode of the North Florida Wrestling Show, host Jason Weslager sits down with two of the Panhandle's top-ranked youth wrestlers — Levi Siegel (11) and Miles Rinkas (13) — both diagnosed with high-functioning autism.🎙️ We dive into:How wrestling became a powerful outlet for focus, structure, and confidenceWhy traits like hyper-focus and repetition make athletes on the spectrum thrive in the sportTheir journey, goals, and how the wrestling mat has become their second homeWhat it means to build friendships, bounce back from losses, and use wrestling as a tool for growth🧠 This special Autism Awareness Month episode highlights the unique link between autism and wrestling — and why we should celebrate and support athletes of all neurotypes.📍Featuring:Levi Siegel | Grappling HouseMiles Rinkas | Niceville Wrestling Academy📅 Filmed during the 2025 Panhandle Spring Series🔥 Don't forget to LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE to follow their journey.#WrestlingOnTheSpectrum #YouthWrestling #AutismAwareness #PanhandleWrestling #NorthFloridaWrestlingShow #GrapplingHouse #KnightsvilleWrestling #SpringSeries2025