Trouble Shooting: Counter Knee In The Middle With False Reap

Counter the opponent's knee drive down the middle to pin the K-guard leg and prevent getting underneath for an off-balance or scoop attack. Instead, use this opportunity to attack the opponent's leg with a false reap.

1. Control the opponent's posture to prevent them from driving their knee down the middle and pinning the K-guard leg.
2. Shoot one hand through and create a post with the opposite foot to prevent the opponent from crowding in.
3. Ensure the posting arm is through before committing the opposite leg across to maintain control and prevent the opponent from circling to the back.
4. Obtain a grip on the opponent's leg, either palm to palm at the pinky tendon or a ten-finger grip, to pull the arm deeper and align the shoulder with the knee.
5. Hook the far leg and decide on the grip—either keep hands locked, figure-four, or grab your own shin while creating an active hook.
6. Depending on the opponent's weight distribution, either invert through if they are leaning forward or reverse shrimp to sit them down if their weight is more seated back.
7. Always look for second leg control after sitting the opponent down.
8. Use the K-guard to expose the false reap and attack the near leg.

By following these steps, you can effectively counter the knee drive and transition into a false reap, maintaining control and creating opportunities for leg entanglements.