"Granby roll" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: Granby rolls [plural]
Etymology: Named for Granby High School in Norfolk, Virginia, where it was popularized by coach Billy Martin, Sr. Head templates: {{en-noun}} Granby roll (plural Granby rolls)
  1. (wrestling) A reversal performed from an inferior position, usually when the top wrestler has a hold upon the lower wrestler's waist from the side or when moving to "take the back". The bottom wrestler rises slightly and cross-steps under his own body, using it to post as they kick high with the other leg and perform a shoulder roll to the inside shoulder, achieving either an escape or a reversal with possible back points on the other wrestler. Categories (topical): Wrestling
    Sense id: en-Granby_roll-en-noun-74YjYroY Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header Topics: government, hobbies, lifestyle, martial-arts, military, politics, sports, war, wrestling

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