Points by Placement
Simple, direct model: placement points + advancement points. If your wrestler places 3rd, you earn 13.5 team points. No probabilities — just the math.
NCAA Team Points by Finish Position
| Finish | Placement Pts | Advancement Pts | Total Pts |
|---|---|---|---|
1 Champion All-American | 16 | +5 | 21 |
2 Runner-Up All-American | 12 | +4 | 16 |
3 3rd Place All-American | 10 | +3.5 | 13.5 |
4 4th Place All-American | 9 | +3 | 12 |
5 5th Place All-American | 7 | +3 | 10 |
6 6th Place All-American | 6 | +2.5 | 8.5 |
7 7th Place All-American | 4 | +2.5 | 6.5 |
8 8th Place All-American | 3 | +2 | 5 |
Bonus points (pin = +2, tech fall = +1.5, major decision = +1) are additional and not included here. This model gives you the predictable floor for roster planning.
Team Score Scenarios
Projected team totals for common roster profiles (placement + advancement, no bonus)
About This Model
Placement points (official NCAA scoring) + advancement points (1pt per champ bracket win, 0.5pt per consolation win). These are guaranteed for reaching a given placement.
Bonus points from pins (+2), tech falls (+1.5), and major decisions (+1). These add real value but vary by wrestler. Add them manually for more precise projections.
Historical placement data by weight class will be added to show which weight classes historically over- or under-perform their national ranking at NCAAs.