The Wrestling Drill Book

The Wrestling Drill Book
Author: Bill A. Welker
Publisher: Human Kinetics
Total Pages: 410
Release: 2012-12-20
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 1492581712

Wrestling’s leading drill book is back. With new chapters, drills, coaching advice, and practice planning, The Wrestling Drill Book, Second Edition, is bigger, better, and more comprehensive than ever. The Wrestling Drill Book features match-tested drills from the top high school and college wrestling coaches in the sport. From takedowns, escapes, and reversals to riding and pinning combinations, each contributor breaks down a technique, tactic, or facet of wrestling for which he is renowned. Chapters unfold sequentially, moving from simple to more complex drills, each including setup requirements, descriptions of the action, and key coaching points for maximizing the value of every drill. Detailed descriptions, accompanied by more than XXX photographs, provide thorough instruction for proper execution of each move. Discover the best-seller that has helped wrestlers become champions. The Wrestling Drill Book, Second Edition, is a must-have for every wrestler and coach.

Coaching Youth Wrestling

Coaching Youth Wrestling
Author: American Sport Education Program
Publisher: Human Kinetics
Total Pages: 212
Release: 2008
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 9780736067119

"Whether you're a parent new to coaching or an experienced youth wrestling coach, [this book] is your handbook for a successful season. . .ideal for coaches of wrestlers ages 8 to 14, it contains 23 new activities and more than 20 coaching tips.""--Cover.

Elite Youth Wrestling

Elite Youth Wrestling
Author: Daniel Harding, Jr.
Publisher: Daniel Harding
Total Pages: 136
Release: 2021-09
Genre:
ISBN: 9781647468187

Wrestling is the world's oldest sport, and yet it's one of the least understood; misconceptions and stereotypes abound. Today, wrestling is also the fastest growing sport, thanks in part to the meteoric rise in popularity of mixed martial arts and the UFC. Guiding your child through the sport of wrestling-when done right-can be one of the most rewarding journeys you embark on together. When pursued as a team, it will not only prepare them for the challenges of life, but it will arm you with the knowledge that you helped them become a resilient young man or woman. When it comes to helping your child achieve their goals on the mat, multi-generational wrestling families have a clear advantage because of their institutional knowledge. Elite Youth Wrestling aims to level the playing field by giving you the tools to help your child achieve success at the highest level of this sport and in life. An honest, easy-to-read blueprint complete with case studies and expert interviews, this book will help you understand the many facets of wrestling, such as strength training, flexibility, terminology, off-season training tips and so much more. Get your son or daughter started on the right foot with Elite Youth Wrestling.

Wrestling Drill Book

Wrestling Drill Book
Author: Dennis A. Johnson
Publisher: Human Kinetics Publishers
Total Pages: 225
Release: 1991
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 9780880114011

This book emphasizes development of the seven basic skills identified by USA Wrestling: position, motion, level change, penetration, backstep, lifting, and back arch.

Cole's Journey Into Wrestling

Cole's Journey Into Wrestling
Author: Susan Scandlon
Publisher:
Total Pages:
Release: 2020-09-30
Genre:
ISBN: 9781734583106

Young Cole begins his journey into the sport of youth wrestling. He will learn the basics of wrestling practices, wrestle-offs, and tournaments on his exciting journey. Find out if it is just a dream that he can make it on the podium . . . or does Cole really have what it takes? Do you have what it takes?

Wrestling For Dummies

Wrestling For Dummies
Author: Henry Cejudo
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 389
Release: 2012-04-24
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 1118117972

The fast and easy way to pin down the sport of wrestling Wrestling is a fast-paced sport with many technicalities, rules, and ways to score points—making it difficult for spectators to follow the score and understand whistles and restarts. In Wrestling For Dummies, author and 2008 Olympic Gold medalist Henry Cejudo explains the scoring system and unique rules of wrestling to new competitors, confused parents, and fans of this ancient and captivating sport. Wrestling For Dummies also explains the rich history of the sport and covers the six styles of competitive wrestling and their distinction from the modern entertainment-based "pro wrestling." Covers Greco-Roman and freestyle wrestling Plain-English explanations of wrestling rules Details the history of wrestling Whether you're just getting started as a wrestler or enjoy it as a spectator sport, Wresting For Dummies makes this sport accessible and easy to understand.

Coaching Wrestling Successfully

Coaching Wrestling Successfully
Author: Gable, Dan
Publisher: Human Kinetics
Total Pages: 220
Release: 1998-12-01
Genre: Fiction
ISBN: 9780873224048

Tells how to develop and communicate a coaching philosophy, plan practices, teach wrestling skills, help wrestlers prepare for matches, and evaluate wrestlers' performances

Call Me Coach

Call Me Coach
Author: Steve Wolfe
Publisher: Publication Consultants
Total Pages: 249
Release: 2005-08-01
Genre: Biography & Autobiography
ISBN: 1594332347

Steve Wolfe, fresh out of college, comes to the little town of Homer, Alaska and begins his wrestling coach career. Homer, Alaska is at the end of the road. Coach soon finds that Alaska is full of unbelievable characters--kids and adults alike--students, teachers, and neighbors. Coach's interactions with these characters make for nonstop humor and inspiration. Call Me Coach is a story of rare experiences of struggle, failure, but ultimately triumph. Alaskans and wrestlers have a common spirit--the spirit of adventure and overcoming all adversity. Call Me Coach is a humorous story of motivation and the spirit of Alaska and wrestling.

Changing the Game

Changing the Game
Author: John O'Sullivan
Publisher: Morgan James Publishing
Total Pages: 224
Release: 2013-12-01
Genre: Sports & Recreation
ISBN: 1614486468

The modern day youth sports environment has taken the enjoyment out of athletics for our children. Currently, 70% of kids drop out of organized sports by the age of 13, which has given rise to a generation of overweight, unhealthy young adults. There is a solution. John O’Sullivan shares the secrets of the coaches and parents who have not only raised elite athletes, but have done so by creating an environment that promotes positive core values and teaches life lessons instead of focusing on wins and losses, scholarships, and professional aspirations. Changing the Game gives adults a new paradigm and a game plan for raising happy, high performing children, and provides a national call to action to return youth sports to our kids.