I’ve been having trouble against faster people who immediately run around at a 45-degree angle. I feel like I’m too slow to scoot and square back up, so I end up having to defend from side control.
Right now, if they’re directly in front of me, my main answer is usually diving for a leg. I feel like I should have more options, though. What do you guys use to keep someone in front of you or establish grips before they can get around your guard?
2 Comments
Jason_Scully9/19/2026
Are they going around you directly to a pass?
rfrazier9/19/2026
If someone is faster or more athletic than me, I'll try to stay balled up until I can make a connection. After you make a connection, I think it's easier to wrestle up or play your guard.