How To: The Lead Hand Hook | Stephen Wonderboy Thompson

*SPOILER ALERT* In this weeks episode of Technique Tuesday I go over a technique that was used by UFC 241's Main Event, Stipe Miocic! The UFC Heavyweight Champ used the lead hand hook to the body to open up Daniel Cormier's guard which allowed his right hand to get through. Another variant of the hook was used as a counter by up and comer Sodiq Yusuff to drop his opponent leading to a ground n pound stoppage. UFC 241 was an amazing card. Be sure and check it out if you haven't already! Thanks for watching! #UFC241 #CormiervsStipe2 #MMA
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[@MindSmashReal]

This is amazing, I haven't seen too many karate schools share hooks. I know a kempo practitioner and they have this hand book filled with philosophy that keeps them humble to every style even though they retain their original stance. I already feel that this will be the best martial arts resource on the internet after a few years of developing its library. Your open mindedness and entertaining ability to teach confirm this feeling. I'm grateful to be a student

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Heyllow

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This is awesome

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The cringiest videos on youtube belong to mindsmash

[@vernonhampton5863]

I trained Kenpo hard for almost two years at one point. I have to say that their focus on functional hand strikes was impressive. I've mentioned before on how much I respect Thompson in the ring, but I love how he is willing to share what he has learned with the world as a martial artist.

[@FalseAlarm100]

"Making sure that I'm not slapping my hook" *_Nate Diaz has left the chat_*

[@LeftHookLegend]

Mountain Jew more Like, Frankie Edgar has entered the chat*

[@joshpaul6417]

can you do a tutorial on distance control please?

[@ianfong1000]

I second this, one of the most important and difficult things

[@joshpaul6417]

@@ianfong1000 I feel he probably is one of the best at it aswell

[@sumsolution5113]

I asked for that before but he didn't luv my comment. I think it's because it's basically giving away his gameplan!

[@joshpaul6417]

@@sumsolution5113 makes sense

[@hypersonicattack]

It’s not something you can teach on a KZbin video it’s pretty complicated

[@Berengier817]

Can't wait to try this on my wife when I get home and dinner isn't ready. So we put on the focus pads and do some striking practice while it's still cooking.

[@jackquentin1950]

You had me in the first half

[@ohh1065]

Perfect 😂

[@Vlad_Tepes_III]

Best (and only non-cringe) version I've seen.

[@rvnwy7261]

Your boy Stipe just got the HW strap back by using the lead hook to the body, genius fight IQ by the champion.

[@TheRavenshurst]

lets go champ!

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😔

[@Waynev111]

One of my all time favorite fighters! Just a solid dude. I’m happy you made this channel for your fans!

[@IrishTechnicalThinker]

I started Karate in Ireland in 2014 because of you brother. It's on the biggest school's in Belfast. You're an inspiration to everybody man. People say, they wish Conor McGregor was humble as Wonderboy. Fly kick to the face, from Ireland as a formal gesture of my gratitude. Hiettttttt!

[@skillzset1066]

Starting your own youtube channel is absolutely brilliant! You were made to be in front of the camera! Much love brother! Can't wait for your next fight!

[@admiralnips8294]

Love the energy and spirit Wonderboy! It's more inspiring than you might know, so thank you

[@NicolaMaxwell]

Thanks again mate love this channel!!! Can't wait to see you back in the octagon!

[@johnreese1337]

Damn, you're pretty good. You should go pro!

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John bro he is pro! He fights in the UFC!

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@@jacemann1345 he was joking

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@@johnreese1337 parties*

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@@PauIdenino thank you! I was unsure about the correct spelling and didn't bother checking. 😅

[@bd3000bd]

Simply can't wait for my man Wonderboy Thompson to return to the Octagon!!!

[@TheJackcowie]

Love how you're linking your T-Tuesdays to ufc events! 👌👊

[@wiimaster3411]

I wanna say thank you so much. The content of your videos are amazing! They’re well filmed with good angles and edited great, it’s very engaging. I feel like I’m getting away with something by not having to pay. Wonderboy your fans really appreciate you taking time to do this for us. 👊🏻

[@directorm.o.c.8461]

Absolutely love your channel, thank you so much for doing this. 100k soon!

[@kevinswiderski8866]

YESSSSSSSSSSSSSS!!!!!!! I was looking for a good hook guide and a video from you is perfect! hell yeah

[@zubingala5082]

Thanks a tonne for this one!! He's literally becoming my Martial Arts teacher while I learn all this at the comfort of my home!!

[@topmma3642]

With all the problems from corona virus and loosing my job and rent being screwed, I watch your videos and it perks me up. Thanks man..

[@irishmancheckinin6540]

I really like your content WB. Its been consistently good for weeks now so i had to subscribe.

[@Gilboy13]

Man, just loving these videos! Thank you so much!

[@TipseyTiger1996]

Thanks for doing these videos Stephen! Great detail from one of the best!

[@mieshatatesfartbox7155]

Absolutely outstanding! I love technique Tuesday!

[@23noszz]

great vid once again! love these technique tuesdays!

[@thomasjefferson3449]

Wonderboy... all I can say is Thank You for sharing you're knowledge.

[@waterlegend72]

Just seen you on Fight Tips Your form is looking good bro, cant wait for you to return to the octagon

[@justynfogarty6209]

EXCELLENT breakdown Wonderboiii! I was really waiting for a breakdown of Stipe's technique!

[@DPham1]

Excellent content and clear explanation. Cant wait to see you back in the octagon!

[@relaxbro5605]

Wonderboy sharing all his wisdom for free! F***ing amazing!

[@danielrouw2715]

Great vid. And great ground and pound demonstration in there too.

[@Rumbleyoungmanrumble]

Absolute legend love your videos

[@22RedEyeJedi22]

Thanks mate! It is nice to see those technics slowly done by one of the best striker ever! Practice, practice, practice!

[@skatekoh]

I love these. Thx wonderboy!

[@TheSlash994]

Thanks again wonderboy, you're the best bro!!

[@cautiouscharlie]

Awesome video Wonderboy! can't wait to see you back in the octagon! :)

[@MrPatspp]

Haha oh, man. I was just watching a random highlight video of yours of your Karate days and was impressed for that check hook. Came to look for the technique tutorial and came yours right away. Magic of technology. Cheers from Torreón, Mexico, Wonderboy AKA NMF!

[@puki4010]

Love your channel!

[@fatboyfitness9397]

@wonderboythompson your karate style counters are super effective. I and probably a lot of fans would love to see some strategy videos based off counters from you as well. Thanks for doing these they are great.

[@bigdave216]

In that 4th round those body shots were crazy, I love to rewatch that fight. Thanks wonder boy!

[@boxingmma.]

Love that you're showing what you to everyone around the world!! It's invaluable information and everyone should learn this!!!! Perfect technique 💯👌🙏🏼

[@donlalo7079]

I'm here to see what quirkiness your brother is gonna do this time.... today's episode was the DC wobble lol

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Chicken dance

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Give this guy an academy award

[@marsoc0326]

Who can blame him?that's the most lethal ground and pound I've ever seen!no one expects ground and pound when both fighters are on the feet.Genius!!!😂😂

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the movement !!! dude ... so freakin smooth

[@Hibachi_Uchigga]

I love your vids man. They make me a better coach and a better fighter. You have a away to make me feel comfortable and in a light place because I have a habit of taking VERY fighting seriously. Thank you!!! wonderboy.

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one of the most elite strikers in the world sharing knowledge for free, God I love youtube

[@Denton116]

Fantastic overview!

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big fan bro keep up the exellent vids

[@fonkdasnyguh]

Hey bro, loving the new videos and livestreams. I second the people wanting to see something on distance control. Good work, keep it up!

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Great time to be an MMA fan. Getting tutorials from your fav MMA fighters who do this shit for real.

[@spencerdean4181]

Can’t wait to see your combo vid for this one!

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u deserve so much love....ur videos are awesome. could u make a video on heavy bag drills and combos specifically for mma?

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I love you and your videos man thanks a ton keep grinding👌🏻👌🏻

[@Karen-vf8no]

Sweet, love these vids!

[@alexkickboxingadcock8550]

Thank you for this video been training for 21 years in kickboxing and i now have master the lead hand hook thanks to your video

[@cbone6754]

Graet video man. subbed!

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Damn.....I love this channel!

[@zaynrahman600]

Man! Loved it! I wish Wonderboy Thompson could make Technique Tuesday videos everyday😝... All our goals would be boosted to rocket solid performance

[@supportyourtroopsathletes6460]

Stephen, As a retired pro fighter back in the day , I will say I see both the traditional to the competition training which I appreciate to see. Thank you kindly for educational of others. God bless!

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I like this guy. Footwork is awesome

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Great content. Thx 4 sharing

[@user-dq2qw5ys8w]

Hey Stephen, I use a lot in ufc 3, you are the best

[@nigelliotta3440]

👊One of my favourite techniques.👊

[@billibongojutsu]

Fantastic.. Thankyou very much... You are an awesome Fighter / Warrior !!

[@Ryan-gq3qc]

Gotta hit that KZbin algorithm with a hook mate this is the first time I've seen your videos pop up, much love from Australia. Subscribed !

[@the701squad1]

great tutorial, thanks Mr Thompson

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Great video. Y’all crack me up

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Awesome I LOVE technique Tuesday

[@yougood809]

6:55 That technique on that ground and pound. WB was so quick with it that Sweet T didn't even have the time to hit the ground. LEGENDARY STUFF

[@kootarofuuma9456]

Well explained Mr Wonderboy 👏

[@sinsaiyang]

nice vid wonderboy!

[@rishanlakshitha6580]

Top notch stuff. Feel humbled to learn.

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My dude wonderboy, such a great fighter

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Thank you so much for this

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Keep it going I love technique Tuesday

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awesome video!

[@erlyszavala]

Absolute Legend

[@kevinlunney5608]

Great teacher.

[@backtobasics8046]

Thanks for the videos man they are awesome! Right hook overhand right and both lead and rear hand uppercuts next please!

[@czardavid6710]

Gotta love the part where DC started dancing after that ground and pound 😂😂

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You're the best Stephen

[@mattdefreitas525]

This is great, my favourite fighter besides chael of course 😂. Defently my favourite fighting style and it's on KZbin for me to learn, hell yeah thank you so much

[@BlackRaven156]

This is another great video, Wonderboy! Are you ever worried you’re going to give your opponents too much information about your style when you teach us what works for you? This is one of the most useful informative KZbin channels for fighters out there! Thank you!

[@moebettamusicvids]

That was a great tip about the difference in power when your elbow is not directly behind the fist! Something I will remember when practicing and sparring!

[@daleotto8258]

Those body shots worked well thanks

[@davidl7134]

One of the best

[@maxbrennan45]

Stephen I'm a huge fan I also do karate and kickboxing one of the reasons I looked into mma was because of you. Ps I think you won against Darren Till 👍👊

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Any idea when your next fight is? I literally can't wait man. Favorite fighter of all time. Love your high energy style.

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Sat Nov 2 vincent luque is who he is fighting.

[@grants5554]

very cool learning from the Wonderboy himself

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Good informative video

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Legendary advice..

[@tundesmith3021]

Bro your the best.

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Well done thank you

[@theocalderon8264]

i train here at his school Upstate Karate i have the upmost respect for you Mr Thompson your school has taught me a lot

[@dannyjames7911]

this was a good one

[@stludachris]

Can you do some switch stance combo videos? Thanks Wonderboy! You’re the man!

[@berkcalabakan211]

Sick Ground n Pound !

[@austinrandall1273]

That flurry at the end was textbook 📚

[@squaddieboi9275]

loved the vid with shane btw hes the man 😁

[@MarkMarxonsBassChannel]

Thanks mate!!!

[@jankarhodes4381]

Your the best wonder boy you was kicking his butt in last fight your better than you know

[@torkziahmed2002]

thank you coach for the insructions. the enemie of the lead hook is telegraphing.

[@jdog3259]

Good lesson