Lockdown Defense

Michael Jagacki
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Advancing the discussion of defense with great coaches, in-depth breakdowns and much more.

Episodes

  1. 10/27/2022

    Deep Dive : Disruptive Control - The Mindset, Technique and Drills

    Lockdown Defense's Mike Jagacki discusses the idea of disruptive control on the ball. First understanding the mindset needed for pressure defenders and ideas on how to instill and communicate that message to our players. Next he dives into the technique of what disruptive control actually looks like and 2 favorite drills for developing this concept and building on success.  To learn more about Lockdown Defense and Join the Newsletter go to https://www.lockdownhoops.com Follow Coach Mike on Twitter: @mike_jagacki

    19 min

  2. 10/12/2022

    Art Cattano - Building Character, Building a Program and Staying the Course in Rough Times

    Lockdown Defense's Mike Jagacki is joined by Art Cattano, Head Coach for over 40 years at New Providence High School, to talk about building a program in a small town, holding players accountable to character and staying the course in rough times. Coach Cattano is a staple of NJ Basketball, reaching over 500 wins, 8 Coach of the Year Awards, 5 Conference Championships, 1 Section Title and 2 State Championships. We also wrap up the podcast discussing adjustments on star players, secondary defenses and code of conduct during the "Lock It Down" segment of the show! To learn more about Lockdown Defense clinics and products go to https://www.lockdownhoops.com

    37 min

  3. 09/29/2022

    Deep Dive : Ball Screen Defense (On-Ball) - The 3 Phases, Key Techniques and Crucial Footwork

    Lockdown Defense's Mike Jagacki discusses Ball Screen defense from the on-ball defenders perspective. First understanding the importance of ball screen defense from the on-ball defender, then diving into the 3 phases of ball screen defense, the important techniques and crucial footwork to navigate these actions properly. . To learn more about Lockdown Defense and Join the Newsletter go to https://www.lockdownhoops.com Follow Coach Mike on Twitter: @mike_jagacki

    13 min

  4. 09/20/2022

    Brandon Bailey - Pistons Assistant Coach on Anticipation Cues, Using Switching as a Weapon and Defensive Physicality

    Lockdown Defense's Mike Jagacki is joined by Brandon Bailey, current assistant coach of the the Detroit Pistons, to talk about teaching defensive anticipation through cues, using switching as a weapon and utilizing defensive physicality. Coach Bailey has been an assistant coach with the Boston Celtics with Brad Stevens were they ranked top 6 in Def Off 4 straight years as well as a Head Coach for the G-League Maine Red Claws. We also wrap up the podcast discussing on-ball shading, end of game defensive timeouts and choosing a defensive anchor during the "Lock It Down" segment of the show! To learn more about Lockdown Defense clinics and products go to https://www.lockdownhoops.com

    44 min

  5. 09/01/2022

    Deep Dive : Defensive Closeouts - 3 Key Techniques, Common Debates and More

    Lockdown Defense's Mike Jagacki discusses all things Defensive Closeouts. First understanding the importance of closeouts to our overall team and individual defense, then he dives into how the best closeouts don't even happen, the 3 Key Techniques to Elite Closeouts and impacting shooting %. Coach Mike also covers common debates around closeouts like chopping the feet vs run to stop, 1 hand vs 2 hands up and he even goes into some street ball techniques. To finish the podcast he discusses his favorite drills for instilling mindset, technique and explosiveness.  To learn more about Lockdown Defense clinics and products go to https://www.lockdownhoops.com Follow Coach Mike on Twitter: @mike_jagacki **Promo code "Pod" at check out for 50% off on the closeout clinic at LockdownHoops

    24 min

  6. 08/24/2022

    Justin Salton on Match-up Zone Defense, Winning with Less Talent and Building a Public School Program

    Lockdown Defense's Mike Jagacki sits down with Justin Salton, Head Coach of Watchung Hills High School, to talk about match-up zone defense, winning with less talent and building a  public school program. Coach Salton has been recognized by the Courier News with the Coach of the Year award several times, he's the program’s winningest coach with multiple teams ranked in the NJ Top #20 and is currently in a 5-year streak of 20+ wins season. We also wrap up the podcast discussing hardest defense to teach, forcing more possessions at end of games and how many defenses to have during the "Lock It Down" segment of the show! To learn more about Lockdown Defense clinics and products go to https://www.lockdownhoops.com

    36 min

  7. 08/17/2022

    Bonus Conversation: Turning Liability into Capability - Defensive Development

    Lockdown Defense's Mike Jagacki sits down with Jared Goldstein, Head Coach of Middlesex High School, to talk about what makes a bad defender, how to help a liable defender turn into a capable one and unique ways to hide/use weak defenders. To learn more about Lockdown Defense clinics and products go to https://www.lockdownhoops.com

    39 min

  8. 08/08/2022

    Lee Deforest on Building Toughness, Trapping and Limiting Help

    Lockdown Defense's Mike Jagacki sits down with Lee Deforest, Head Coach of Florida Coastal Prep, to talk about building tough teams, his unique approach to trapping and his focus on limiting defensive help from day 1. Coach Deforest may be known for his offensive coaching DVDs on the Princeton Offense but his defensive reputation and culture building has lead to countless upsets on the national prep scene. We also wrap up the podcast discussing defensive timeouts, what shots he's willing to live with on defense and his favorite way to shade on the ball during the "Lock It Down" segment of the show! To learn more about Lockdown Defense clinics and products go to https://www.lockdownhoops.com

    50 min

  9. SEASON 1 TRAILER

    Preview: The Pod, The Journey and 3 Things In The Works

    In this Preview, Coach Mike Jagacki lays out what to expect from the Lockdown Podcast Channel. He then gives a brief overview of how and why Lockdown Defense was started. And finally he wraps up with 3 things he is currently working on.  If you have any insights, comments or suggestions please email: LockdownDefensePod@gmail.com

    13 min

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Advancing the discussion of defense with great coaches, in-depth breakdowns and much more.

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  • Creator
    Michael Jagacki
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  • Episodes
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    © Michael Jagacki
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