Pretty good and fairly recent article on the same basic issue in Pennsylvania. Covers many aspects of the issue.

Pennsylvania News Article



Reducing forfeits is a common theme among coaches due to their impact on dual meet results.

I don't know man..... I'm thinking keep the weight classes as they are. Don't eliminate any of them.
Dual team results be damned.

There are enough kids at all weights to support an exciting journey in the post season. And IMO, post season is what it's all about.