with Kevin Jackson,
National Freestyle Developmental Coach; 2017 US Men's Junior World Freestyle Team Head Coach;
former Iowa State University Head Coach; forrmer US World Team Coach;
1992 Olympic Gold Medalist; 3x World Champion;
4x NCAA DI All American wrestler;
distinguished member of the National Wrestling Hall of Fame;
1995 John Smith Award as National Freestyle Wrestler of the Year;
1992 Amateur Wrestling News Man of the Year;
1991 USA Wrestling and USOC Wrestler of the Year;
Iowa State University Athletics Hall of Fame inductee;
LSU Athletic Hall of Fame inductee
Kevin Jackson's experience as a coach and one of the top wrestlers in United States history has given him the opportunity to develop a clear understanding of what it takes to compete at a high level. These are the same world-class skills that he uses with the wrestlers in the Elite Athlete Program in order to prepare them to compete against the best wrestlers in the world.
The key to scoring from the neutral position is a wrestler's ability to quickly change between an offensive and defensive mindset. Coach Jackson demonstrates how to effectively use a wrestler's body to defend a leg attack and to immediately turn the table on the opponent with an offensive attack. He also uses his experience to make it clear that the combination of efficient technique and determination to win the situation is the difference-maker in a wrestler's performance.
Neutral Positioning
Coach Jackson explains the importance of a wrestler's body position in the neutral position for both offense and defense. This will shift a wrestler's mentality to not allow an opponent in on their legs, but that they should be in on the opponent's legs. Topics Jackson covers include:
- How a wrestler should use their head to close the gap or defend a shot of an opponent.
- Why the best reaction to an opponent's shot is a head-down leg away action.
- How to use ties to control the opponent with a thumb block or create offense with a snap and go behind, snap and shoot, and how to snap an opponent after a fake shot attempt.
- A drill that will allow a wrestler to open an offensive scoring opportunity from a half sprawl or full sprawl reaction.
Coach Jackson also covers efficient ways of finishing a single leg when the opponent is using a shin whizzer as well as a high-crotch from the crackdown position.
Counter Offense
Next, Jackson demonstrates how good defense can open scoring opportunities. He touches on:
- How to run corners in order to create scoring opportunities on your opponent after defending their shot.
- When a wrestler should use a front headlock and how to finish with a go behind, jab step near-ankle and Kendall Cross's jab step variation.
- The mentality needed to instantly switch from a defensive to an offensive mindset.
Coach Jackson provides insight into how a wrestler should always be looking to score and how to capitalize on a defensive situation by turning it into an offensive situation. These skills can help an average wrestler become a dominant wrestler by opening up more scoring opportunities.
60 minutes. 2019.
WRD-05618B:
with Bill Zadick,
US National Freestyle Head Coach;
2018 UWW World Cup Champions (Freestyle);
2017 World Team Champions (Men's Freestyle);
2006 Freestyle World Champion,
1996 NCAA Division I National Champion (University of Iowa)
U.S. National Freestyle head coach Bill Zadick spends countless hours analyzing the best wrestlers in the world. This has given him the opportunity to realize that mastery of the fundamental positions are not only important for success, but are also often overlooked in preparation.
The key to winning big matches is a wrestler's ability to demonstrate mastery of the fundamental positions. Coach Zadick demonstrates how to use the body properly to not only defend an opponent but to also open an offensive attack, such as adjusting the head position in order to clear an underhook for an offensive leg attack. He provides a clear and precise understanding of exactly why the best wrestlers in the world are the best in this video.
The Fundamentals of Neutral
You will learn how wrestlers can use their body effectively in order to put themselves in a good position to defend and score. Coach Zadick explains why developing the fundamentals will complement any wrestler's unique style.
In this section, Zadick covers why a superior head position makes a difference in winning matches at the highest level. He also helps you understand how to close the gap with an opponent in order to open up scoring opportunities. Additionally, you'll discover why circling an opponent isn't the most effective way to create angles, and instead you should drive into your opponent.
The Fundamentals of Clearing Ties and Scoring
Coach Zadick demonstrates a variety of ways to clear ties in order to set-up scoring opportunities, including:
- How adjusting head position will allow a wrestler to clear a tie, such as an underhook, and put themselves into a scoring position.
- How good hip position is the difference maker in finishing a takedown underneath an opponent.
- How a wrestler can get to their feet with the opponent's leg locked that they have 92.9% chance of scoring.
Coach Zadick also demonstrates how a wrestler can score on a lead leg attack, as well as in a more unconventional fashion by attacking the trail leg.
The Mental Game
Zadick finishes by discussing how the mentality of Kyle Snyder, Jordan Burroughs, and other top-tier wrestlers makes the difference in their preparation and performance. He's developed an understanding of how a wrestler should be fully engaged in order to excel. You'll learn why having a fully committed mentality is the difference maker in finishing takedowns, as well as how an offensive/defensive wrestler can elevate their performance against elite competition.
Coach Zadick provides insight into how wrestlers can be more effective and perform at a higher level through mastering fundamental skills. You will learn simple and effective tactics that make a big difference in tough matches.
50 minutes. 2019.
WRD-05618C:
with Gary Mayabb,
Staley (MO) High School Head Coach;
6X MO State High School Championships (Oak Park HS);
USA Wrestling Manager of Greco-Roman Programs;
USA Wrestling Gold level coach (highest level possible);
USA Wrestling Cadet Greco-Roman Coach of the Year (2014);
2X NWCA Region Coach of the Year and 2X State Coach of the Year;
as a wrestler, competed at Central Missouri (2X team captain) where he was an NCAA qualifier and was also a 4x qualifier for the US Olympic Team Trials
Watch and learn as Gary Mayabb breaks down strategies and skills that are essential for your wrestlers to develop into high-level competitors. He breaks his knowledge of Greco-Roman positioning into components that will help wrestlers in all styles improve their performances in competition.
Using three key concepts, your wrestlers will be able to get their opponents off-balance in the neutral position. These skills and strategies will enable athletes to safely and successfully take down the best opponents.
On the Mat
The three key concepts of push, vertical dropping and circling the trail leg are used to get your opponent off-balance and to create angles from the neutral position. Special attention is given to the 2-on-1 tie and how to best utilize it to be a legitimate threat in the neutral position. You'll learn:
- Drills for your wrestlers that train them to chain wrestle.
- 16 different variations of each takedown with the 4 ways in and 4 ways out strategy.
- The A-Frame tie to attack a single leg which will lead to a simple back-side finish.
Classroom
In the classroom setting, Mayabb helps you develop a plan for your athletes to become the best version of themselves. Knowing the difference between training and overworking can be a huge factor in peaking your athletes. Combined with the proper amount of recovery and rest, you will have your wrestlers at their very best at the right time of the season. Additionally, you'll learn the three strategies Coach Mayabb uses to "Level Up" an athlete to get them competitive with high level opponents quickly.
Finally, Mayabb shows videos/slides of how to specifically train your wrestlers to chain wrestle.
Coach Mayabb uses his wealth of knowledge, his vast experience with international travel teams, his coaching experience at the high school level, and his experience as a Big 10 official to deliver an incredibly informative video. These concepts will get your wrestlers to "Level Up" quickly in your program!
184 minutes. 2019.