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NCAA tweaks wrestling's rules on stalling and hands-to-the-face, will allow longer hair and loose shorts

The National Federation of State High School Associations allowed wrestlers across the country the option of wearing a new two-piece uniform this season. Here in Iowa, the reviews has been mixed. Cody Goodwin/The Register

College wrestling might look a bit different during the 2019-20 season.

An NCAA oversight panel announced small rule changes Wednesday regarding stalling and hands-to-the-face. Wrestlers will also be allowed to wear shorts designed for competition, and all language regarding the length of a wrestler's hair has been eliminated from the official rulebook.

The changes will be in place for the upcoming season.