Lasso Guard Sweep
A foundational sweep used when the opponent posts or smashes. It works by aligning your knee to their shoulder to control their posture, then using your shin as a lever to lift and roll them over.
6 steps
· save to drill into each- 1Shoot your leg deep and align your knee directly against the opponent's shoulder.0:22
- 2Lock your forearm against your thigh to secure the lasso grip.0:54
- 3Place your free shin across the opponent's stomach.1:04
- 4Grab the opponent's leg near the ankle or knee.1:16
- 5Sit up to create momentum, then open your knee toward the mat at an angle over their shoulder.1:35
- 6Lift the leg and come on top of the opponent.2:00
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