Sweeps

Peterson Roll

The wrestling roll from a referee's-position style turtle that reverses an opponent driving from behind.

Also called peterson, wrestling peterson roll.

Where it shows up

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Gi & no-gi Beginner

Peterson roll from turtle: when the top player over-commits to a near-side attack, roll them over you and come up on top.

Gi & no-gi Intermediate

Another look at the Peterson roll as a turtle escape and reversal, with the timing against a heavy top player.