Half Guard Lockdown Sweep
A sweep from half guard using a leg triangle to control the opponent's lower body. It works by forcing the opponent to post or straighten their leg, creating an opening to cup the hamstring and rotate them over.
5 steps
· save to drill into each- 1Establish an outside lockdown triangle by grabbing the opponent's hips and pushing them forward.0:00
- 2Push the opponent's knee away while cupping their waist.0:13
- 3Switch to an inside lockdown position if the opponent strengthens their leg.0:59
- 4Cup underneath the opponent's hamstring and kick their knee out.1:25
- 5Move to side control as the opponent falls.1:45
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