Good wrestling hygiene is crucial for preventing the spread of skin infections and ensuring a healthy environment for all wrestlers. Key practices include showering immediately after practice with antibacterial soap, washing wrestling clothes after each use, and cleaning or disinfecting equipment like headgear and shoes regularly. Open wounds should be covered, and wrestlers should avoid sharing personal items like towels and water bottles. 

Here's a more detailed breakdown:

1. Personal Hygiene:

• Shower immediately:
  After each practice, match, or tournament, wrestlers should shower with antibacterial soap to remove sweat and bacteria. 

• Wash clothing and gear:
  Wrestling clothes, including singlets, shirts, and shorts, should be washed after each practice or match. Headgear, shoes, and other equipment should be cleaned or disinfected frequently. 

• Trim nails:
  Keeping fingernails short prevents accidental scratches and the spread of infections. 

• Cover wounds:
  Open cuts and scrapes should be bandaged and covered to prevent infection and the spread of bacteria. 

• Avoid sharing:
  Do not share personal items like towels, water bottles, and soap. 

• Don't wear wrestling shoes outside:
  Wrestling shoes should only be worn on the mats to prevent carrying in dirt and germs from outside. 

• Skin checks:

• Coaches and referees should be vigilant in looking for signs of skin infections and ensure wrestlers are cleared by a doctor before returning to practice. 

3. Other Important Tips:

• Use antibacterial wipes:
  Wrestlers can use antibacterial wipes to clean their skin after practice, especially after skin-to-skin contact. 

• Air out gear:
  After practice, wrestling gear should be aired out to prevent the build-up of moisture and bacteria. 

• Consider antibacterial soap:
  While not always necessary, some wrestlers find antibacterial soaps like Defense soap (which contains tea tree oil) to be helpful, though it can be drying. 

By following these hygiene practices, wrestlers can minimize the risk of skin infections and create a safer and healthier environment for everyone.