Jake Stevenson: Spacing, Set Ups & Shots

Creating Space and Set Ups

Coach Stevenson begins this presentation with an overview of how he teaches his wrestlers to create and maintain space without putting themselves at risk of being called for stalling or putting themselves near the edge of the mat. Stevenson also demonstrates the proper mechanics of the low single leg takedown including several set ups and finishes. Special emphasis is given to countering a number of common defenses to the low single leg takedown.

• Learn how to best set up a single leg shot.
• Learn an effective finish for the single leg that keeps the offensive wrestler in good position.
• Learn how to counter the defensive wrestlers front head lock and front body lock positions.

Shots from Space and Defense

Coach Stevenson also demonstrates additional ways to create space to set up a traditional single leg and high-crotch takedown. Finishes and counters to the front headlock and whizzer are shown as well. 

A valuable overview of defensive positions including the sprawl, double over hooks, and front headlock is shared by Coach Stevenson. Several excellent coaching points and variations to each technique are presented based on the opponents reaction.

• Learn how to create additional scoring opportunities from space.
• Learn creative ways to beat your opponent’s defense.
• See several examples of defense from the feet that results in takedowns for the defensive wrestler.

Coach Stevenson gives an excellent overview of the low single, along with several other critical techniques for wrestling from the feet!

68 minutes.  2023.