By: Wade Gilbert Originally Published in: Coaching Better Every Season Provided by: Human Kinetics Effective coaches devote considerable time to identifying and creating training activities for their athletes. But even the most creative and engaging […]
Watch as Coach Brian Smith discusses how he wants wrestling to be fun, and even weight cutting (which is the most unpleasant aspect) when done safely, is all part of the program. Safety should always […]
By: Peter Jacobson So, over the last few weeks, I’ve heard about a ton of frustrations you guys have with parents in your program. I think it’s safe to say dealing with difficult parents is […]
Watch as Coach Tom Borrelli discusses a spiral ride which is a technique that is mainly used by the heavier weight classes. This technique is taught instead of the tight waist chop.
By: Wade Gilbert Originally Published in: Coaching Better Every Season Provided by: Human Kinetics The Pyramid of Teaching Success in Sport is a popular athlete-centered coaching philosophy framework. Legendary American college basketball coach John Wooden […]
Watch as Coach Austin DeVoe explains and demonstrates this ankle ride. Coach emphasizes keeping the feet together and the knees wide. This is part of the 7 foot man series.
Watch as Coach Nick Williams discusses community support for his wrestling program and his unique and very successful fundraising methods.
By: Joseph M. Hoedel, Ph.D. Provided By: Character Development & Leadership “Wrestling has taught me that anything is possible if you are willing to put your mind, body and soul into your efforts” The man […]
Watch as Coach Gabe Dean describes sparring as an art unlike drills or reps. It is important to understand the level of sparring (low, medium, or high) that each wrestler is comfortable with. It is […]
Watch as Coach Nick Mitchell explains how he stresses to his squad how working hard in school and doing a better job socially has a direct impact on their wrestling performance.
By: Bill Welker Originally Published in: The Wrestling Drill Book Provided by: Human Kinetics The following format demonstrates the similarities and differences between preseason and in-season practices. Keep in mind, preseason practice emphasis should be […]
Watch as Coach Gabe Dean discusses the front headlock – the #1 take down in NCAA wrestling. It is important to score from this position as the opponent is at such a disadvantage. Coach Dean […]
Watch as Coach Tom Borrelli discusses the scholarship limits involved in wrestling. Coach Borrelli explains how wrestling scholarships are usually partial, therefore high school coaches and parents should focus on academics as well since additional […]
By: Bill Welker Originally Published in: The Wrestling Drill Book Provided by: Human Kinetics Setup The drill starts with W2 standing behind W1, holding one arm with a two-hand grip on the wrist (a). Action […]
Watch as Matt Grossman explains how he focused on the details which allowed him to perfect his technique. Matt gives credit to his coaches at Wilkes University for their support in all aspects of his […]
10 By: Peter Jacobson So, figured I’d share a bit of an embarrassing story from early in my coaching career. When I first got hired as an assistant wrestling coach I was 23 years old. […]
Watch: Explode on the Whistle – Jim Miller – Wartburg College
Watch as Coach Tom Borrelli explains and wrestlers demonstrate this single and double leg finishing drill emphasizing three keys: drive, dump, and lift.
Watch as Coach Andy Barth discusses how coaches need an organized and deliberate strategy to promote their program. Work with your wrestlers and make sure your program is part of their social network, as well […]
By: Peter Jacobson Want to start a heated discussion (read: argument) amongst your coaching colleagues? Walk into any room with several coaches and start talking about either school teams vs. club teams, or how hard […]
Watch as Coach Mike Powell explains and wrestlers demonstrate this Advanced Tie Drill.
By: Wade Gilbert Originally Published in: Coaching Better Every Season Provided by: Human Kinetics Leadership is generally defined as a process of influence. A coach’s leadership style, then, comprises the behavioral processes that a coach […]
Coach Kerry McCoy explains and demonstrates Heavyweight Technique – Tilts
Watch as Coach Ashley Sword discusses how adding women’s wrestling can strengthen a school’s wrestling program and help prevent elimination of the sport due to Title IX.
I was talking to a coach I mentor last week and he said something that stopped me dead in my tracks. This is a guy who invests a ton of time and effort into becoming […]
Guidelines: Perform the recommended weekly set and reps for each exercise; Perform grouped exercises (A and B) in superset fashion with no rest between exercises. Rest one minute between sets; Write down the result of each workout, so…
Watch as Coach Coleman Scott explains and demonstrates this Overtie with a Cross Pick.
Watch as Coach Mike Powell explains and wrestlers demonstrate this hand fighting cut and move – leg attack drill.
Strengthening Team Cohesion By: Wade Gilbert Originally Published in: Coaching Better Every Season Provided by: Human Kinetics Cohesion is typically thought of as the degree to which a group feels connected and remains united while […]
Getting wrestlers ready to compete requires their preparation physically, mentally, and emotionally. Most of this preparation takes place in the practice room, but wise coaches should use every opportunity to help their wrestlers compete successfully
