From Crackhead Control, the bottom player uses the double-bagger sequence to bring both opposing arms inside a high leg triangle and establish Dead Orchard.
From Crackhead Control, the bottom player uses the double-bagger sequence to bring both opposing arms inside a high leg triangle and establish Dead Orchard.
Begin as the bottom player with Crackhead’s second leg reinforcing the first high-leg clinch. Keep the knees supported by the hip angle; do not pull a foot against a fixed knee to make the transition.
Use the double-bagger sequence to organize both high-leg connections while keeping the opponent close. Bring both opposing arms into the high enclosure before closing the triangle. Form the high leg triangle around the shoulder line with both arms contained and no finishing pressure applied. The success is Dead Orchard Control/Bottom. An armbar requires its own wrist and elbow control after this checkpoint.
Practice cooperatively with controlled movement. Stop at any tap, verbal signal, or distress; release all joint or neck pressure before changing direction. Do not force a trapped knee, shoulder, or neck to preserve the route.
From Position: Crackhead Control (Bottom) Success Rate: 40%
Possible Outcomes
| Result | Position | Probability |
|---|---|---|
| Success | Dead Orchard Control | 40% |
| Failure | Crackhead Control | 40% |
| Counter | Closed Guard | 20% |
Attacker vs Defender
| Attacker | Defender | |
|---|---|---|
| Focus | Execute technique | Prevent or counter |
| Key Principles | First high leg and supporting hand: Begin as the bottom play… | Keep your elbows compact before both arms enter the high leg… |
| Options | 6 execution steps | 4 defensive options |
Playing as Attacker
Key Principles
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First high leg and supporting hand: Begin as the bottom player with Crackhead’s second leg reinforcing the first high-leg clinch.
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Hip angle supports each raised knee: Keep the knees supported by the hip angle; do not pull a foot against a fixed knee to make the transition.
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Two high-leg connections under control: Use the double-bagger sequence to organize both high-leg connections while keeping the opponent close.
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Both opposing arms inside the legs: Bring both opposing arms into the high enclosure before closing the triangle.
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A figure-four around both shoulders: Form the high leg triangle around the shoulder line with both arms contained and no finishing pressure applied.
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Both-arm enclosure before an armbar: The success is Dead Orchard Control/Bottom. An armbar requires its own wrist and elbow control after this checkpoint.
Execution Steps
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Keep the first connection: Begin as the bottom player with Crackhead’s second leg reinforcing the first high-leg clinch…
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Support the high legs: Keep the knees supported by the hip angle; do not pull a foot against a fixed knee to make the trans…
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Work the double bagger: Use the double-bagger sequence to organize both high-leg connections while keeping the opponent clos…
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Collect both arms: Bring both opposing arms into the high enclosure before closing the triangle…
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Close the high triangle: Form the high leg triangle around the shoulder line with both arms contained and no finishing pressu…
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Confirm Dead Orchard: The success is Dead Orchard Control/Bottom. An armbar requires its own wrist and elbow control after…
Common Mistakes
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Skipping keep the first connection
- Consequence: The next action lacks its required control.
- Correction: Begin as the bottom player with Crackhead’s second leg reinforcing the first high-leg clinch.
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Skipping support the high legs
- Consequence: The next action lacks its required control.
- Correction: Keep the knees supported by the hip angle; do not pull a foot against a fixed knee to make the transition.
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Skipping work the double bagger
- Consequence: The next action lacks its required control.
- Correction: Use the double-bagger sequence to organize both high-leg connections while keeping the opponent close.
Playing as Defender
Key Principles
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Keep your elbows compact before both arms enter the high legs.
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Maintain an inside frame before the second leg closes the enclosure.
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Move shoulder and elbow together while the leg connection is still open.
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If the second high-leg arrangement remains, recognize Crackhead Control rather than assuming the guard has opened.
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If the high connection is lost, recover posture inside the remaining closed guard.
Recognition Cues
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Begin as the bottom player with Crackhead’s second leg reinforcing the first high-leg clinch.
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Keep the knees supported by the hip angle; do not pull a foot against a fixed knee to make the transition.
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Use the double-bagger sequence to organize both high-leg connections while keeping the opponent close.
Defensive Options
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Keep your elbows compact before both arms enter the high legs. - When: Before the next connection or pressure is established.
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Maintain an inside frame before the second leg closes the enclosure. - When: Before the next connection or pressure is established.
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Move shoulder and elbow together while the leg connection is still open. - When: Before the next connection or pressure is established.
Position Integration
From Crackhead Control, the bottom player uses the double-bagger sequence to bring both opposing arms inside a high leg triangle and establish Dead Orchard. Begin as the bottom player with Crackhead’s second leg reinforcing the first high-leg clinch. The success is Dead Orchard Control/Bottom. An armbar requires its own wrist and elbow control after this checkpoint.