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The Sports Initiative Podcast208 - Michael Jagacki - Breaking down NBA defenses0:23 -Quickfire Questions and Personal InsightsMichael Wright introduces the format of the discussion with Mike Jagacki, outlining the quickfire questions and the opportunity to delve into Mike's personal experiences. Mike shares his mixed emotions about the NBA finals, highlighting the thrill of the games but also the sadness of the season concluding. He reflects on his fondest childhood memory related to sports, specifically his early experiences in organized basketball.5:27 - Reflections on Basketball Influences and Coaching InsightsMike Jagacki discussed his childhood idol, Jason Kidd, emphasizing Kidd's unselfish play and versatility on the...2025-06-211h 15
Championship Vision Basketball PodcastEpisode 340: Mike Jagacki (Author of Lockdown Defense- Creating Elite Defenders)
Michael Jagacki has already been apart of 3 trajectory changing programs in his short coaching career. He is an innovator on the defensive end, a relationship builder with his student-athletes and a powerful brand maker in the industry. Jagacki is the author of Lockdown Defense : Developing Elite Defenders which was released in 2021 and rose to #11 on Amazon's Best Basketball Books. He is also the creator of his Youtube Channel which has amassed over 3.5 million views and over 25k subscribers. Jagacki has presented at several coaching clinics where the pre-registrations for his talks has surpassed 6000 attendees. He conducts specialized camps for bask...2023-09-131h 06
Lockdown DefenseDeep Dive : Disruptive Control - The Mindset, Technique and DrillsLockdown 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.
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Follow Coach Mike on Twitter: @mike_jagacki2022-10-2718 minLockdown DefenseArt Cattano - Building Character, Building a Program and Staying the Course in Rough TimesLockdown 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...2022-10-1236 minLockdown DefenseDeep Dive : Ball Screen Defense (On-Ball) - The 3 Phases, Key Techniques and Crucial FootworkLockdown 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. .
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2022-09-2913 minLockdown DefenseBrandon Bailey - Pistons Assistant Coach on Anticipation Cues, Using Switching as a Weapon and Defensive PhysicalityLockdown 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!
...2022-09-2044 minLockdown DefenseDeep Dive : Defensive Closeouts - 3 Key Techniques, Common Debates and MoreLockdown 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 p...2022-09-0123 minLockdown DefenseJustin Salton on Match-up Zone Defense, Winning with Less Talent and Building a Public School ProgramLockdown 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...2022-08-2435 minLockdown DefenseBonus Conversation: Turning Liability into Capability - Defensive DevelopmentLockdown 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.com2022-08-1738 minLockdown DefenseLee Deforest on Building Toughness, Trapping and Limiting HelpLockdown 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...2022-08-0850 minChampionship Vision Basketball PodcastEpisode 313: Coach Mike Jagacki (Assistant Men's Basketball Coach SUNY New Paltz University) New Paltz, NY (Founder of Lockdown Defense)Michael Jagacki has already been apart of 3 trajectory changing programs in his short coaching career. He is an innovator on the defensive end, a relationship builder with his student-athletes and a powerful brand maker in the industry. Jagacki is the author of Lockdown Defense : Developing Elite Defenders which was released in 2021 and rose to #11 on Amazon's Best Basketball Books. He is also the creator of his Youtube Channel which has amassed over 3.5 million views and over 25k subscribers. Jagacki has presented at several coaching clinics where the pre-registrations for his talks has surpassed 6000 attendees. He conducts specialized camps for...2022-08-0849 min
Lockdown DefensePreview: The Pod, The Journey and 3 Things In The WorksIn 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.com2022-07-2312 min
Coach's EdgeToughness and Lockdown Defense: Book Recommendations Coach Troshak and CramerIn this episode Coach Anthony Troshak and Steve Cramer share a couple of their favorite recent reads. This episode highlights the complete episode for this Friday in which both coaches share 5 books each that have impacted their coaching and life recently.
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