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I can't break a strong grip
Phase · StandingCommon situation
Opponent's pinky grip holds.
Likely cause
Without correct break angle, there's nothing slowing the next step of the pass.
Coaching cue
Watch what happens right before the problem shows up. That is where the fix lives.
Watch for during rolling
During rolling, look for what is missing early in the exchange. When it is absent, the problem usually follows.