Aug '25 • General discussion
Craig Jones, Passing Entries & Front Headlock Transitions
Intro del volumen
This volume explores how to shut down wrestling-based movement from top position, using passing threats to set up front headlocks. Craig Jones demonstrates how to blend downblocks with knee cuts, torreando, and off-balancing mechanics to enter dominant control. He then transitions to standing front headlock setups and chaining go-behind attacks for positional dominance.
⏱️ Timestamps and Chapters
Top Entries / Down Block
0:00 – 3:09
Combines top passing entries with downblock timing to create head control opportunities during sprawls.
Knee Cut
3:09 – 5:40
Executes a knee cut pass while anticipating reshoots and setting up snap-down counters.
Torreando
5:40 – 8:49
Applies torreando grips to off-balance the opponent and expose the neck or back during motion.
Broadening Our Definitions
8:49 – 21:25
Reframes traditional positions to include transitions, scrambles, and misdirections for counter-wrestling setups.
Standing Front Head / Intro
21:25 – 24:31
Introduces standing front headlock principles when the opponent is upright or mid-shot.
Elbow Pass Double
24:31 – 27:13
Uses an elbow pass to redirect pressure and shoot a reactive double leg or secure front headlock.
Kosoto Go Behind
27:13 – END
Attacks the back with a kosoto trip variation after front headlock control breaks opponent posture.
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Craig Jones, Passing Entries & Front Headlock Transitions
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