Controlling Tie-Ups, Leg Attacks & Finishes

with Mark Manning,
University of Nebraska Head Coach;
2x USA Wrestling Terry McCann Freestyle Coach of the Year (2015, 2017);
2009 U.S. Freestyle World Team Coach; 2011 FILA Freestyle Coach of the Year;
2012 U.S. Freestyle Olympic Volunteer Coach;
2009 Big 12 Conference Champions; 2x Big 12 Coach of the Year;
2009 Dan Gable Coach of the Year;
Coach of Jordan Burroughs (Olympic Champion, 3x World Champion and 2x NCAA Division I National Champion); and James Green (2015 World Bronze Medalist and 4x All American)

University of Nebraska's Mark Manning has twice been named the USA Wrestling Terry McCann Freestyle Coach of the Year. In this video, Manning details some of his preferred tactics for controlling tie-ups, attacking the legs, and finishing wrestlers to score big points.

How to Control Tie-Ups

Coach Manning begins this on-the-mat clinic by demonstrating several tips for controlling tie-ups from the feet. He demonstrates how he teaches stance and motion with his wrestlers and the importance of mastering basic fundamentals with attention to the details that will make the difference during matches. You'll learn how to change levels efficiently, as well as proper head position and hand fighting skills. Additionally, Manning shows how to wrestle from an underhook, overhook, and how to counter opponents that like to use the collar tie.

Tips for Riding, Controlling the Crackdown Position, and More

The presentation continues with Coach Manning offering up several tips from a wide variety of positions. You'll learn how to finish takedowns such as the hi-c and single leg from both on the feet and down on the mat in a bad position. Additionally, Manning shows how he teaches wrestlers to control the crackdown position that commonly occurs from a hi-c. You will get techniques for both offensive and defensive wrestlers that will give your athletes the advantage in this very important position.

This video from Coach Manning goes into detail on a number of topics that will give your athletes the edge they will need to beat the best. If you need help teaching tie-ups, leg attacks or the crackdown position, look no further.

76 minutes. 2020.