Half Guard Scissor Sweep
Use this when your underhook is neutralized by an overhook. Scoot low, control the instep and toes, and scissor your legs to break posture and pass to side control.
7 steps
· save to drill into each- 1Secure an underhook while your opponent wraps your arm with an overhook.0:08
- 2Reach your free hand between their legs and grab your own wrist.0:25
- 3Scoot down or lift your opponent to bring your ear close to their hip.0:33
- 4Take your inside hand under their foot to control the instep.0:39
- 5Transfer control around their leg to grab the tips of their toes.0:46
- 6Open your legs, scissor them, and come onto your knees.0:56
- 7Grab their knee and drive forward to pass to side control.1:03
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