Introduction to Spladle Variations
Coach Greg Thomas of Grandview High School demonstrates multiple variations of the standing spladle, a powerful leg-locking technique in wrestling. This instructional sequence features advanced practitioners executing both inside and outside hook variations with proper body mechanics and control sequences.
Standing Spladle Setup: Inside Hook
When an opponent shoots a single-leg takedown with their head positioned inside, the defender immediately threads their arm through the opponent's leg with palm facing upward. This creates a two-on-one grip on the knee while the defender's second leg hooks behind the opponent's knee, establishing the foundational control position.
The Roll and Foot Placement
After securing the leg hook, the defender executes a backward roll, bringing the opponent to the mat. Upon completing the roll, the defender immediately establishes both feet firmly on the mat for stability and balance, positioning their body on their side to apply maximum pressure.
Achieving Final Lock and Pressure Position
From the grounded position, the defender secures both the Achilles tendon with one hand and maintains a two-on-one grip on the opponent's knee. The defender's top leg reinforces the lock by positioning the knee behind the opponent's Achilles while maintaining both feet on the mat, creating a double two-on-one configuration.
Finishing Mechanics and Submission Pressure
The defender drives their hips forward into the opponent's body while simultaneously bringing the opponent's legs upward, forcing the opponent's head backward. This synchronized motion creates intense pressure that forces the opponent's chin toward their chest, resulting in a highly effective submission.
Adjustments for Shoulder Position
If the opponent's shoulder remains elevated off the mat, the defender rocks the opponent's body toward that lifted shoulder to achieve a full pin position. This rocking motion exploits the opponent's structural weakness and secures dominant control.
Forward Roll Variation
An alternative execution involves rolling forward instead of backward after securing the leg hook. After the forward roll and foot placement on the mat, the defender assumes the same final position with identical pressure mechanics, demonstrating that multiple roll directions achieve the same dominant finish.
Outside Hook Variation Setup
For the outside spladle, the defender hooks the opponent's leg on the exterior rather than the interior. The hands are positioned outside the opponent's leg to secure the grip, then executed with a backward roll similar to the inside variation.
Outside Hook Hand Repositioning
After rolling backward in the outside variation, the defender must redirect their hand underneath the leg hook from the outside position. This hand positioning adjustment allows the defender to achieve the same Achilles and knee control as the inside variation despite the different initial hook placement.
Outside Variation Final Position and Finish
Once the outside hook is secured with proper hand placement and foot positioning on the mat, the defender reinforces with their top knee behind the opponent's Achilles, mirroring the inside variation finish. The identical hip drive and leg elevation pressure completes the submission regardless of which hook variation is employed.
Wrestling - How to Spladle Standing
Key Takeaways
- •Introduction to Spladle Variations
- •Standing Spladle Setup: Inside Hook
- •The Roll and Foot Placement
- •Achieving Final Lock and Pressure Position
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does this video teach about spladle execution?
This video covers introduction to spladle variations, standing spladle setup: inside hook, the roll and foot placement. It provides detailed instruction from Myosource Kinetic Bands.
How long does it take to learn spladle execution?
The basic mechanics can be understood in a single session, but developing reliable execution requires consistent drilling over weeks of practice. This 10-part breakdown helps structure your training by isolating each phase of the technique.
What are the key details for finishing spladle execution?
After rolling backward in the outside variation, the defender must redirect their hand underneath the leg hook from the outside position. This hand positioning adjustment allows the defender to achieve the same Achilles and knee control as the inside variation despite the different initial hook placement.
