Short Hook: Waiter Sweep to Back Attack

Transitioning from the waiter sweep to a back attack involves a series of movements and grips that capitalize on the opponent's natural reactions. When the opponent tries to pass to the other side of the head, it's possible to set traps and control their balance.

1. Start by getting under the opponent to establish an MG style X-Guard with a short hook.
2. Play with the opponent's balance by guiding them between opposing diagonals, using their natural inclination to lean away from the sweep direction.
3. Maintain a connection with the opponent's hip and read their movements to adjust your position accordingly.
4. Blade your body on an elbow to create a strong structure that prevents the opponent from flattening you out.
5. Use grips effectively to control space and prevent the opponent from advancing. In gi, use the lapel grip; in no-gi, consider hip, leg, or shoulder grips.
6. Utilize a twist hook with your right foot to influence the opponent's base and encourage them to post their hand, which allows you to build up to your elbow.
7. As you off-balance the opponent, control the top left corner of their body to prevent them from turning away.
8. Secure a seatbelt grip and transition to the back, establishing hooks or a body triangle for control.
9. Assess the opponent's defense and work towards securing the second hook to solidify the back control and prepare for submission attempts.

This sequence of movements and grips allows for a smooth transition from the waiter sweep to a dominant back attack, offering opportunities to control, off-balance, and potentially submit the opponent.