The ONLY Guide You Need To Get GC In Ranked 2v2... ROCKET LEAGUE (2v2 Ultimate Guide)

Summary

The video script offers a comprehensive guide to achieving Grand Champion 2 rank in Rocket League's 2v2 mode. It emphasizes the importance of understanding roles, maximizing impact, and avoiding common mistakes. The speaker, an experienced coach, shares seven key strategies, including playing smart, not committing to the center, and maintaining a back post position on defense. These insights, coupled with mechanical skills, can propel players to higher ranks without relying solely on advanced mechanics.

Takeaways

• 🎮 Playing the game mode correctly is crucial for ranking up in 2v2 Rocket League.
• 🏆 The speaker achieved Grand Champion 3 rank solo queueing, emphasizing strategy over mechanical skill.
• 📚 There are seven key strategies shared to help players become unstoppable in ranked 2v2 games.
• 🤔 Understanding the roles of 'first man' and 'second man' in 2v2 is essential for effective gameplay.
• 🛑 'First man' should apply pressure and move the play forward without overcommitting, while 'second man' provides support and covers the worst-case scenarios.
• 🚫 Avoid forcing every attack to be a winner; instead, focus on outplaying the first defender and creating 2v1 opportunities.
• 🔄 When playing without space, intentionally lose the 50/50 to create a 2v1 for your teammate in a better position.
• 🏟️ 'Run throughs' are effective off-the-ball movements that can create new opportunities and eliminate the last defender.
• 🛡️ As 'second man' on offense, avoid overcommitting to the center to prevent easy goals for the opponents.
• 🏃‍♂️ When defending alone, use fake challenges and shadow defense to buy time for your teammate to recover.

Q & A

What is the main issue the speaker believes players have when trying to achieve Grand Champion 2 in ranked 2v2 Rocket League?

The main issue is that players are playing the game mode completely wrong, not understanding how 2v2 is meant to be played, and lacking the knowledge that high-ranked players possess.

What is the speaker's claim about their own experience and expertise in Rocket League?

The speaker claims to have reached Grand Champion 3 in ranked 2v2 solo queueing and has been coaching for over 4 years, running Rocket League's largest coaching company.

What are the seven key strategies the speaker shares in the video to help players become unstoppable in 2v2 games?

The speaker does not explicitly list the seven strategies in the provided transcript, but they mention that they will teach viewers how to maximize their impact, understand roles, and play smart to achieve Grand Champion 2 rank.

What is the role of the 'first man' in 2v2 according to the speaker?

The 'first man' is responsible for applying pressure and moving the play forward without committing, aiming to get the ball around the first defender while maintaining possession.

How does the speaker suggest handling situations where there are two opponents back and you have the ball?

The speaker advises taking the ball to open space, stalling time, and controlling the ball to create a 2v1 situation rather than forcing a flick or shot that might not be scorable.

What is the concept of 'run through' as described by the speaker?

A 'run through' is when a player ignores the ball and rotates across the field off the ball to the opposite side, looking for demos, instead of forcing a play that is already dead.

Why is it important for the 'second man' not to overcommit for the center in 2v2 games?

Overcommitting for the center can lead to goals being scored against your team. The 'second man' should buy time and not commit to the ball in the center unless there's a clear chance to score without the opponent being able to block.

What should a player do when they are the only defender left against an attack?

When left as the only defender, a player should buy time using fake challenges and shadow defense, position their car between the ball and the net, and force the opponent into the corner to give their teammate time to return.

What is the most important rule for defense that the speaker emphasizes in the video?

The most important rule is not to creep to your front post when you're on defense with a teammate in front of you. Instead, stay back post to be ready for any ball that gets around your teammate.

How does the speaker suggest improving mechanics for higher-ranked play?

The speaker suggests working with a coach, using training packs, and consistent practice to improve mechanics and reach higher ranks in 2v2 games.

Outlines

00:00

🏆 Mastering 2v2 Ranked Play: Strategies for Grand Champion

The speaker asserts that anyone can achieve Grand Champion 2 in ranked 2v2 by understanding how to play the mode correctly. They emphasize that most players fail to reach high ranks due to a misunderstanding of the game mode. The speaker, who is a coach with over four years of experience and the founder of a coaching company, shares a seven-step strategy to excel in 2v2 without requiring exceptional mechanical skills. They highlight the importance of roles, where the 'first man' applies pressure and the 'second man' provides support. The speaker also stresses the need to maximize impact and avoid common mistakes like forcing every attack to be a winner. They advise on how to handle the ball against double-layered defenses and the value of playing smart, rather than relying on mechanical prowess.

05:01

🛠️ Advanced 2v2 Techniques: Playing Smarter, Not Harder

This section delves into advanced techniques for playing as the first man in offense, particularly when there's no space to maneuver. The speaker advises against forcing the play and instead recommends playing slowly, even intentionally losing the ball to a teammate to create a 2v1 situation. They introduce the concept of 'run throughs,' where a player rotates across the field off the ball, looking for opportunities to demo opponents. The speaker also discusses the importance of not overcommitting when playing as the second man, especially in the center, to avoid being scored on. They advocate for buying time and using strategies like 'shadow defense' and 'fake challenges' when left as the last man back. The advice is aimed at helping players reach higher ranks without relying solely on mechanical skills.

10:01

🛡️ Defense Strategies for 2v2: Positioning and Timing

The final paragraph focuses on defensive strategies, particularly the importance of positioning when playing as the back post defender. The speaker warns against 'creeping' to the front post, which can leave the goal exposed. Instead, they recommend staying back to cover a wider area and be ready to challenge if the ball gets past the front post teammate. They also discuss the effectiveness of putting the ball in one's own corner to buy time for the team, as it forces opponents to find a way to score with narrow angles. The speaker concludes by linking these defensive tips with a previous video on improving mechanics, suggesting that combining these strategies can significantly enhance a player's rank in 2v2 games.

Keywords

💡Grand champ 2

Grand champ 2 refers to a high rank in the competitive 2v2 mode of the game Rocket League. The video aims to provide strategies for players to reach this rank. The term is used to set the target for viewers who are looking to improve their gameplay and climb the ranking ladder.

💡Ranked 2v2

Ranked 2v2 is a game mode in Rocket League where teams of two players compete against each other. The video focuses on strategies specifically tailored for this mode, emphasizing teamwork and individual roles within the team dynamic.

💡First man

In the context of the video, 'first man' refers to the offensive role in a 2v2 match where the player's job is to apply pressure and move the play forward without committing too much. This concept is crucial for understanding offensive strategies and how to create scoring opportunities.

💡Second man

The 'second man' is the supportive role in a 2v2 match, whose job is to cover the worst possible option and not overcommit. This role is essential for providing backup and ensuring that the team maintains defensive stability while the first man applies pressure.

💡Overcommit

Overcommitting in Rocket League refers to aggressively pursuing the ball without considering the risk, which can lead to losing possession or leaving the goal exposed. The video advises against overcommitting, especially in critical defensive situations, to avoid conceding goals.

💡Mechanics

Mechanics in Rocket League refer to the technical skills required to control the car effectively, such as shooting, dribbling, and aerial control. While the video focuses on strategic play, it also acknowledges the importance of mechanical skills for higher ranks.

💡Boost management

Boost management is the strategic use of boost pads to maintain speed and positioning on the field. The video implies that effective boost management is necessary for both offensive and defensive plays, though it is not explicitly mentioned in the transcript.

💡Double layered defense

A 'double layered defense' refers to a situation where both opponents are back defending, making it difficult to score directly. The video advises players to understand this concept and adapt their offensive strategies accordingly.

💡Run through

A 'run through' is a strategic move where a player ignores the ball and rotates across the field to the opposite side, looking for opportunities to demo the opponent or create a numerical advantage. This concept is introduced as a smart alternative to forcing a play in a dead situation.

💡Back post

In the video, 'back post' refers to the defensive positioning where a player stays behind the opponent's attack, ready to intercept passes or rebounds. This position is emphasized as crucial for stopping attacks and maintaining defensive stability.

💡Creep

Creeping, in the context of the video, refers to the movement of a player from a safe defensive position (like the back post) to a more advanced one, potentially leaving the goal exposed. The video advises against creeping to the front post unnecessarily, which can lead to scoring opportunities for the opponent.

Highlights

The key to winning in 2v2 games is maximizing your impact.

Understanding the roles of 'first man' and 'second man' in 2v2 is crucial.

First man's job is to apply pressure and move the play forward without committing.

Second man's role is to cover and support, ensuring the worst possible option is covered.

High-ranked players view not every ball touch as a scoring opportunity.

In higher ranks, defenses are often double-layered, requiring different strategies.

The goal with the ball should be to get around the first defender while maintaining possession.

Avoid the trap of flicking the ball or shooting immediately when you get it.

Create 2V1 opportunities by outplaying the first man and baiting the opposing defense.

When playing as first man with no space, intentionally lose the 50/50 to create a 2V1 for your teammate.

Run throughs are effective off-the-ball movements that can create opportunities.

Understanding when to leave a dead play and rotate back is critical for first man offense.

Second man offense should avoid overcommitting for the center to prevent easy goals.

Force the ball without committing when you're first man on defense with a teammate behind.

When left as the only man back, buy time with fake challenges and shadow defense.

The back post is crucial for defense; it allows you to stop most attacks if you have a teammate forcing the ball.

Pairing these strategic tips with mechanical skills will greatly improve your 2v2 gameplay.

Transcripts

I believe anyone yes anyone can get

Grand champ 2 in ranked 2v2 the problem

is and the reason 99% of you are not

there is because you're playing the game

mode completely wrong and it's not

necessarily your fault it's just that

most of you watching don't know what the

high ranks know about how 2v2 is meant

to be played so if you want to become

Unstoppable in your rank twos games

today I'm sharing the strategy I use to

get Grand champ 3 in rank 2v2 wait for

it yes wait for it solo

queueing Jokes Aside there are seven

things I'm going to teach you today and

that you need to understand in order to

make this work but I promise if you can

follow this you will become Unstoppable

in twos and the best part is you don't

need to spend 4,000 hours like I did and

you also don't need Zen level mechanics

without any further Ado this is my seven

step easy gc3 without being mechy 2v2

class now you might be wondering Luke

who are you and why are you so confident

that this stuff actually works and the

reason is because I've been coaching for

the last 4 plus years and I see this

stuff all day every day because I run

rocket League's largest coaching company

the grandchamp bootcamp.com I've

actually reached GC before that's just

with no mechanics to your point like

just usually being smart play with the

corners you know like give space like

you can get pretty far with that for

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for free just join the Discord we've got

over 40,000 members in there it's

completely free to join and you can

leave whenever you want now let's get

into the video the key to winning the

most possible 2v2 games is maximizing

your impact most players don't win in

2v2 because they view the game mode

completely the wrong way and if you

enter your rank tw's games thinking

every time you get the ball you need to

you're going to make bad decisions the

reason is high ranked players know that

not every time you get the ball is a

scoring opportunity you need to

understand roles let me talk to you for

a second class is in session everybody

pencils out Diamond champ players you

need to write this down sorry bleep that

out first role in rank 2v2 get this is

called first man the first man's job is

to apply pressure you're going to want

to move the play forward while not

committing second man in 2v2 is the

support role second man's job is cover

the worst possible option okay now that

you understand these roles let's get

into in-game examples and let me show

you the things that you need to do

differently that I'm telling you 90% of

rank tw's players just get completely

wrong the mistake many low rank players

make is trying to make every attack a

winner the issue is as you get to the

high ranks in rank 2v2 you have to think

of defenses as almost always being

double layered what does this mean well

at the low ranks you get a lot of very

fortunate 1 V one situations low rank

players don't recover and overcommit and

are off grabbing boost when the play is

going on and so you get a lot of 1 V

ones but at the high ranks 90% of the

time you get the ball it's going to be

when there are two opponents back what

this means is as you get to the higher

ranks you have to accept that not every

attack or not every shot is going to be

scorable instead you want to think this

my goal when I get the ball is to get it

around the first Defender while still

maintaining possession so many players

get into the Trap of just flicking the

ball every time they get it or shooting

the ball immediately when they get it

and the problem here is while yes

flicking the ball or shooting it might

get over one Defender when defenses are

double layered once you get to Champ 3

gc1 you're very rarely going to be able

to score if all you can do is flick the

ball away and throw possession instead

when you get the ball in rank twos if

there are two players back and you see a

double layer of Defense we want to take

the ball to open space we want to move

it to positions where we can outplay the

first man where we bait the opposing

defense into challenging that way we

create a 2V1 if you don't have a

shooting angle on that take the ball to

open space stall time control the ball

set up wall plays even set up dribble

plays or Cuts anything but giving

possession or just booming the ball and

flicking away is going to work wonders

as firstman offense but what about the

situations where you have no space let's

say you get the ball and there's two

opponents back and they're already

challenging you let's talk about

firstman offense with no space the

mistake a lot of low ranked players make

when they're getting early challenged is

trying to speed up or Force the play

instead what I recommend you do is you

play Slow even as firstman it's okay to

intentionally lose the 50/50 what you

can actually do is get the opposing

first Mana challenge lose the ball to

your teammate and then all of a sudden

your teammate should now get the ball in

a 1V one while the opponent's still

recovering and you're supporting your

teammate effectively by slowing the play

down and letting them challenge you

early you create a 2V1 but for now let's

move into the third thing and the last

thing you need to understand as first

man on offense dead plays sometimes you

might get a heavy touch or you might

lose control and you'll accidentally

take the ball into the opposing corner

and you don't really have a shot

possible in these situations it can be

very tempting to try to take the ball

out or make a center or go for some sort

of miraculous shot but sometimes when

you're in your opponent's corner and you

see that the defense is back it's better

to leave the ball and try to make impact

off the ball then try to force a play

that's already dead instead we want to

fake like we're going for the ball and

then leave it and do something called a

run through a run through is when you

ignore the ball and rotate across the

field off the ball to the opposite side

while looking for demos along the way

the reason run throughs are so so much

better than trying to force a dead play

in the corner is because not only do you

potentially eliminate the last man back

and sort of create a 1 V one or create a

2v2 opportunity for your teammate but at

the same time you're also rotating back

it's sort of a win-win situation if you

don't think a goal is likely

understanding these three concepts on

offense alone is critical and will

catapult you through champ and even

Grand champ one without you having to

play the ball but when you do get the

ball it's still important that you can

beat mechanical last year I was

hardstuck gc1 for over 12 months and the

reason was because I knew what I needed

to do or I knew what I wanted to do I

just didn't have the mechanics or the

consistency to do it that's when I

started working with a retired Pro coach

shock he's got over 2,000 MMR in twos

he's SSL and so I knew he'd be able to

help a wash player like me figure out

the new mechanics of rank twos after

just a few weeks of some new training

packs and consistent practice 20 to 30

minutes a day 2 to three times a week I

a new Peak rank of grand champ 3 that

put me in the top 20,000 players if you

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shock or any of our other SSL ranked

coaches at my coaching company the grand

champ boot camp inside the GCB unlimited

we do paid 101 coaching for 18 plus

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also personally in the Discord 5 days a

week through the entire month of

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DM my team Discord account with the

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only this leads me into my last and

final point for firstman offense and

that's rotate off the ball by turning

and rotating back through the play

instead of rotating off the ball and

running through you might accidentally

collide with the ball you might

accidentally take it the wrong way and

you're going to interfere with your

teammate 90% of the time if a play is

dead we want to rotate off the ball and

get back to okay now let's talk about

second man offense don't overcommit for

the center I'm telling you if you're

below SSL the most common way you will

get scored on is by overc committing for

a ball in the center we all know what

I'm talking about and we all see it when

our teammates do it but very few of us

realize when we do it if you're waiting

for a center from your teammate if

you're the last man back you have to

understand that if the ball Gets behind

you consider it a goal what this means

is if the ball is centered unless you

have a clear line on the net and there's

no chance that the opponent can recover

or put up a hand or anything to stop you

don't go attacking the ball right in

front of your opponent's net when

they're already set up to block it and

your teammate is overextended it's a

sure way to get scored on and breakaways

instead buy time for your team let the

ball come back to the middle maybe you

take it to the half boost maybe you just

sit on it and wait to take a 50 whatever

you do don't commit do this and you will

save yourself two or three goals every

single game I promise you which leads

into my fifth point force the ball with

without committing when you're first man

on defense and you have a teammate

behind you get the ball off your

opponent while not overc committing what

you want to do is win the ball for your

teammate behind you we want to just

drive and leave or sometimes drive and

hit the ball and rotate or drive and

demo the opponent and then rotate if you

can just stop front flipping as the

first man on defense and losing 50s and

then leaving your teammate back in 2 v1s

oh my God you will it's it's it's hard

to be below champ fortunately if you are

below GC watching there will be a lot of

times where you're left as the only man

back maybe your teammate wasn't

listening to idea number five and they

just full sent into your opponent's

corner now you're by yourself what do

you do you need to understand the

concept of buying time in these

situations we want to rely heavily on

fake challenges and Shadow defense a

very good strategy when you're trying to

buy time can be putting the ball in your

corner cuz when you put it in your

corner there are very narrow angles to

score and the opponents are going to

have to find way to get it out in order

to score again in most cases this will

give your teammate enough time to get

back so it can be a very good strategy

if you can to position your car between

the ball and the net to sort of force

your opponent into the corner or if you

actually can challenge and win

possession of the ball you can then take

it back to your own Corner sometimes

taking it back if it means your goal is

time can be better than going right back

for the Counterattack or trying to stop

it at half field finally I've saved the

best for last the most important rule of

this entire video that will probably get

get you to Grand champ faster than any

other rule is don't creep to your front

post when you're on defense and you have

a teammate in front of you your

teammate's goal is to get the ball off

the opponent's and most of the time what

this means is if you're back post you

will always be ready for the ball if the

opponent gets it around your teammate

and they're still in the corner you have

time to drive up and Challenge and if

they reenter you have time to go from

the back Post in between the shot and

the net to split it up and put a hand up

the back post allows you to stop pretty

much every attack if you have a teammate

forcing the ball on the front post

however the mistake that every diamond

and every champ and even Grand champ

ones that I coach make is they push up

to the front post but the problem is if

it goes off your backboard or if it goes

to the center when you're on the front

post you can't stop it remember we

position opposite the side of the ball

and instead of creeping up and following

our teammate we wait back and with that

I promise even if you have no Max

sitting back post will make it pretty

much impossible for people to score on

you but champ if you can remember to

stick back post and follow the other six

things I mentioned earlier you will

pretty much be unstoppable in Grand

champ 2 or below without ever having to

whip out your Mech speaking of mechanics

these tips should alone get you to Grand

champ but once you start to get to the

higher ranks chances are most people are

going to know this stuff in these cases

it's really important that you have the

mechanics to score when you do get those

few scoring chances good news is I just

dropped a video that goes perfect ly

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to get mechanical in 2024 pair it with

this video and you'll be golden for

ranked as always let me know if this was

helpful and thank you so much for

watching peace guys