In this section , I want to spend some time talking about set-ups and how they relate to the actual takedown. The first point that needs to be made is that set-ups and tie-ups are two different concepts. A wrestler can perform set-ups from tie-up positions, but the first function of the tie-up is to control the tie-up position. Sometimes coaches and wrestlers get the two confused. Tie-up positions and how they relate to takedowns will be discussed in the section following set

The Purpose of the Tie-Up The tie-up is important because it can dictate how effective a wrestler will be at attacking the opposition or defending himself from being taken down. Whenever a wrestler assumes a tie-up position, he should have one thought on his mind: controlling the tie-up position. Why Controlling the Tie-Up Matters If a wrestler can control the tie-up position, it will allow him to do three things: Get closer to the opposition Keep the opposition on the defens

Phase Three — Takedowns In Phase Three, I will cover two versions of the Single Leg Tackle, as well as set-ups and finishes. We will also be covering basic defense on the feet. There are many different ways to set up a Single Leg tackle, different ways to secure the leg after you are in on it, and many different ways to finish the maneuver. Each Single Leg Tackle has a different set of components that make it work. If a wrestler starts to confuse the components of different t