Watch as Coach explains that when collar tied, he does not like to be squeezed up as it slows him down. He slips the collar tie by dropping his chin and chest then takes the […]
Wade Gilbert’s “Coaching Better” Breakouts Session 2: Winning Your Practices & Athlete Learning
Live Wade Gilbert breakouts session held on July 16, 2020, hosted by Coaches Insider and Human Kinetics. In this session, Dr. Gilbert discusses two main topics surrounding practice and athlete learning: Topic 1: Quality practice […]
“No Excuses” Focus on Your Program with Chris Bono – Univ. of Wisconsin
You took the job. Coach explains that it is important to focus on what it takes to be successful and not the things that the program is lacking. If you are successful, everything will get […]
Practice Length with Brian Antonelli – Blair Academy (NJ)
Watch as Coach explains that the length of practice depends on what time of year it is. In the fall, the team is lifting/running, and in Dec/Jan a 1:45 hour practice is normal. Each practice […]
The Value of Strength Training with Sam Craven – NC State Univ.
Watch as Coach Sam Craven explains that a strength and conditioning program can increase the athletic potential of an athlete. Using an analogy of a race car driver and a race car, the driver may […]
Consequences
Originally Published in: Game Ready – 52 Takeaways for Winning I can’t speak for you, but I certainly can for me. I always want to know the consequences that may be involved before I do […]
Wade Gilbert’s “Coaching Better” Breakouts Session 1: Relationships and Winning Your Team’s Trust
Live Wade Gilbert breakouts session held on July 9, 2020, hosted by Coaches Insider and Human Kinetics. In this session, Dr. Gilbert discusses two main topics surrounding trust and building relationships: Topic 1: Building athlete […]
20 Percent Sugar Rule with Joey Boyens
Watch as Joey Boyens explains that he teaches his wrestlers a simple 20% rule when reading food labels. Check the carbs and determine what percent is sugar and keep that number under 20%.
Go Behind Techniques with Austin DeVoe – Colorado School of Mines/Brian Smith – Univ. of MO
Watch as Coach DeVoe explains and demonstrates that when your opponent is whipping away from you, take a couple of bounces and change directions. Coach Smith explains that when the opponent grabs your elbow you […]
The Basics Really Work with Alan Stein, Jr.
Watch as Alan explains that in today’s world, it is popular to keep chasing what is hot, new, flashy and to ignore what is basic. This is a mistake, as the basics do work and […]
Biggest Roadblocks to Success
By: Jeff Zannetti While there isn’t a magical formula to guarantee or control success, there are certainly elements within our control that will lead to increasing the probability of achieving success in all aspects of […]
Pitfalls in Development with Tervel Dlagnev – Ohio State Univ.
Special Seed. Watch as Coach explains that most kids are team people and buy in to the program. You cannot let one special seed sway how you operate your program as this can cause a […]
Eating Before Weigh-Ins with Joey Boyens
Watch as Coach explains his thoughts on eating before weigh-ins. He wants his wrestlers to eat protein, carbs, and fats at every meal and especially the night before so when they refuel in the morning, […]
Outside Leg Stand-Up with Damion Hahn – South Dakota St. Univ.
Watch as Coach discusses the Outside Leg Stand-Up. Sometimes it is difficult to stand up using the inside leg because of all the weight on that side. Using the outside leg eliminates that issue and […]
Identifying Which Cues to Use for Each Athlete with Nick Winkelman – The Language of Coaching
Watch as Nick discusses identifying which cues to use for each individual athlete. Before you can influence an athlete, you must try to understand them, and it is important to be flexible and adaptable with […]
Six Steps in Mastering Tough Conversations
Provided by: Raise Your Game Effective coaches and leaders stand firm in telling their people what they need to hear, not necessarily what they want to hear. Trust and truth go hand in hand and […]
Good Ideas from the Bottom with Dave Crowell – Nazareth Area HS (PA)
With pressure or against pressure? Coach explains some of his ideas on wrestling from the bottom position. He discusses going away from pressure and avoiding being on your belly as it is the 2nd worst […]
How Good Do You Want Your Program to Be with J Robinson – JROB Intensive Camps
Each Coach must decide how good they want their wrestling program to be. Using school as an example, it is harder and requires more work in school to attain an A grade than a B. […]
Pinning from the Fireman’s Carry with John Smith – Oklahoma St. Univ.
Watch as Coach explains, and with a wrestler demonstrates pinning the opponent from a Fireman’s Carry. This is a great move taking the opponent from their feet to the back but does not always end […]
Understanding Mental Health Stressors for Athletes with Steve Young – New Rochelle HS (NY)
It is important to recognize and understand some of the reasons your athletes may be experiencing stress. Mr. Young will explain in detail, with examples, the following causes of stress: time demands, athletic performance, injury […]
Individualized Motivation
By: Mike Chapman Originally Published in: Wrestling Tough Provided by: Human Kinetics “Motivation comes from within each individual,” said Mike Ditka, an All-Pro football player and the Super Bowl coach of the Chicago Bears. “It’s […]
Play Games in Practice with Mark Branch – Univ. of Wyoming
Games relieve stress. Watch as Coach explains that sometimes usually late in the season, he notices that his wrestlers seem stressed out a bit. He organizes games before practice that can lift the squad’s spirits […]
High Crotch Position with Tyson Reiner – Colorado School of Mines
Start in the proper position. Watch as Coach explains and demonstrates starting in the proper position for the high crotch. Line up on the opponent with the hips loaded and step around to the side […]
Steering Wheel Tie Up Drill with Brian Antonelli – Blair Academy (NJ)
Watch as Coach explains and demonstrates the Steering Wheel Tie Up Drill. Make first contact with a collar tie and gain control which leads to the Steering Wheel Drill. The keys to the drill are […]
Accept It or Correct It with Alan Stein, Jr.
Alan Stein, Jr. explains that every single behavior that goes on in your program, on or off the field, is either something you accept or correct. He also explains how eliminating some behaviors, such as […]
How to Bounce Back From a Loss
By: Jeff Zannetti You are a human, you make mistakes. There is a simple but effective way to deal with ALL losses, errors, mistakes, etc: extract the lesson, commit the lesson to memory, forgive yourself, […]
Getting a Wrestler to the Next Level with J Robinson – JROB Intensive Camps
Improvement and Growth. Watch as Coach explains that most wrestlers want to wrestle on their feet and that is what they work on the most. Most people do not like to work on what they […]
What Not to Eat on Competition Day with Joey Boyens
Avoid these foods! Watch as Coach discusses what not to eat on the day you are competing. Coach recommends staying away from fats and fruits as the simple sugars can result in crashing. Depending on […]
Teaching Skills Requiring Multiple Steps and Speed with Dave Crowell – Nazareth Area HS (PA)
Watch as Coach discusses teaching skills that require multiple steps and speed such as offensive takedowns. He feels it is a mistake to teach in a step 1, 2, 3 format as there is hesitation […]
Levels of Commitment with Jeff Janssen – Janssen Sports Leadership Center
Is your program comprised of people who see the work they put in as an investment or a sacrifice? Watch as Jeff Janssen discusses seven levels of commitment that exist within every program and how […]