Takedowns
CHAIN WRESTLING: SHOT RECOVERY - JORDAN BURROUGHS | FCA Wrestling TECHNIQUE · FCA Wrestling
What it is
Burroughs breaks down shot recovery and chain wrestling—how to stay in on a stuffed shot and convert to a finish.
Why it's great
Most takedown instruction stops at the initial attack. This shows what separates good wrestlers from great ones: the ability to chain together attacks when the first shot gets defended. Burroughs demonstrates the specific hand positions, hip adjustments, and second-attack options that keep pressure on without resetting to neutral.
How to use it in practice
Drill this as a two-part sequence: partner stuffs the initial shot, wrestler must immediately transition to a secondary attack without breaking contact. Focus on keeping hips forward and hands active during the transition. Run it live from the stuffed position, forcing athletes to problem-solve under resistance rather than drilling perfect entries.
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