Sunday, December 18, 2011

Guard: Sit-Up Sweep/Hip Bump

The "Sit Up Sweep" is a very commonly used sweep when T is going to posture back up and their momentum is carrying them backwards. The setup we learned is based on when T has both their hands on the lapel, either to maintain posture or go for a standing guard pass. B swims both arms around from the outside to come up in between T's arms and breaks the grips. The swimming motion should ideally force T's hands to the mat on either side of B's hips. B then comes up on their elbow and reaches over T's arm right above the elbow. Having a tight arm grip is crucial to making the sweep work because it takes away T's ability to base out and it also helps to add a pulling force. At this point it's important to note that B's guard is open and their feet are planted close to T's heels to keep the hips close. T then posts up on their hand and in one motion hip bumps while pulling the arm over.

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