Knee Cut Pass — High Knee Variation
Counters the knee shield and figure-four by angling the entry, pinning the hip, and driving the knee high into the armpit.
4 steps
· save to drill into each- 1Enter from an angle and pin the opponent's hip with your hand.1:06
- 2Frame down on the opponent's leg to create entry space.1:08
- 3Drive your knee high into the opponent's armpit.1:10
- 4Sit back on your heel to secure the pass.1:12
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