Range-finder phasing | DrillGrid Boxing

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Purpose

Builds a controlled transition between long, middle and close range without crossing the feet or colliding.

Setup

Pair two boxers as A and B with gloves
Begin at the distance required by the sequence, agree cooperative technical contact, and let Boxer A feed or present targets while Boxer B performs the action
Keep the floor clear and match speed to the less experienced boxer

Run it

Set Boxer A as the feeder or target holder and Boxer B as the working boxer; begin at a controlled technical pace.
Phase 1: Long range 1-2. Phase 2: Partner A 'steps in' deep to mid-range for a 3-4 (Hooks) while Partner B keeps gloves tight to face.
Reset in stance after each clean repetition. Work for 2 min round / 1 min rest, switch roles halfway where appropriate, and stop the round if shape or control breaks down.

Coach checks

Maintain high-guard integrity during the 'reset' phase to avoid counter-strikes.
Small, explosive weight shifts or pivots are required to change the line of fire between phases.
Speed and power remain low enough for both boxers to keep shape, sight and a clean reset.

Scale it

Easier: remove the counter or movement layer and repeat the base action from a fixed start.
Harder: make the feed semi-random, then require a clean exit or defensive recovery after scoring.

Common faults

Rushing the sequence before the first action is balanced - build the rhythm at technical pace.
Admiring the score or standing on the centre line - recover the guard and finish with position.

Amateur relevance

Changing the line after scoring helps the boxer hold useful ring position, avoid straight returns and present clear control to amateur judges.

Use it

Use this in the main technical block for two or three short rounds after the movement warm-up. It suits intermediate boxers when the feed, speed and contact are scaled to experience.