AboutCoach Raphael Expertise I can answer any questions related to wrestling technique, strength- training, weight management, nutrition, physical rehabilitation, flexibility, , balance, psychological-motivational, specialized audio production for fast-twitch muscle development- RAEBO system) neuro - muscular motor skill development - video analysis (psycho-cybernetics), and any other educational parameters not mentioned within the wrestling spectrum. I am known nationally, as the "Ultimate Corner-Man".
Experience 1st 4-Time NCAA Qualifier in Ohio Athletic Conference history
1st All-American in Ohio Athletic Conference history
1st 2-time All-American in OAC history
2-time NCAA All-American & silver medalist 134LBS (1974) appeared in NCAA championship quarter-finals 3-times / NCAA championship semi-finals - 2 times / NCAA championship-finals - once
National clinician - 30 years - Bobby Douglas Wrestling Camps - Iowa State University
Team Ohio Coach - Junior Olympics 5-years (2002-07) Ohio National Team Staff - 3 years
Organizations National HighSchool Coaches Association (NHSCA) National Coach - Wrestling (www.nhsca.com)
Artistfirst World Radio Network (www.artistfirst.com)
Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity
International Musician's Union
Education/Credentials 1976 Mount Union College graduate B.A. Communications
Tae BO mastering engineer / producer /composer-performer
national touring artist with O'Jays and Gerald Levert (Electric Bass) - 20 years
Awards and Honors Who's Who in College Athletes 2-time 1974-75
1st Wrestler in Mount Union College Athletic Hall of Fame (99th Recipient)1992
Past/Present Clients Chris Bono - 4-time World Team Member / NCAA champion - Iowa State
Joe Heskett - 4-time NCAA finalist / NCAA champion - Iowa State
Cael Sanderson - Only undefeated 4-time NCAA champion & 4-time Outstanding Wrestler 159-0 / Only USA Olympic wrestling champion in Athens 2004
Bobby Douglas - 3-time USA Olympic Head Coach (also my uncle)
Thanks for the question. For starters, you need to avoid tying up, obviously. You must work at closing the gap between your stronger opponent with lateral, or side to side movement. You will also want to utilize what we call "misdirection" or, faking one way, and cutting back sharply to the other direction. When you hit low finally on the leg or ankle you are attacking , make sure you turn the corner hard and throw yourself behind your opponent like a torque wrench, really driving with your hips and diggin your feet as you go behind. While it will be tough to wear out a stronger opponent, you can outquick him, remembering that a bull is hard pressed to catch a rabbit, right? Unless the rabbit slows down or worse, stops moving. Train to improve your cardio so that you can always be two moves ahead of a slower, stronger opponent. Eat competitive meals (energy)that allow you to be full of pep to get the job done. Check out my links which will give you the menu items that you need for a competitive edge. Keep me posted on your progress!
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