Leg Drag Pass — Counter to Pulling
Use this pass when an opponent pulls you forward aggressively. Break their grip while squatting to maintain base, drag the leg, trap the knee, and spin to side control.
6 steps
· save to drill into each- 1Squat and break the opponent's grip while they pull hard.0:04
- 2Drag the leg and grab the collar.0:22
- 3Drop the knee and lower your level.0:27
- 4Trap the opponent's knee under your armpit.0:31
- 5Pull the leg wide open and cover the shoulder.0:34
- 6Spin to side control and stop.0:37
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