Head outside high crotch defense is a fundamental skill that all wrestlers should learn when first getting started. Shot defense has a lot to do with improving an athlete’s reaction time to attacks. When your opponent executes a high crotch or single leg, here is the first of two options you should consider. The more consistent you drill these options the quicker your reaction time will become in a live match.
Alternatives to The Head Outside High Crotch Defense
In addition to the high crotch defense, here’s how you would defend against a Single Leg Attack.