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Keegan O'Toole Outside Step Finishes | Technique Tuesday
Feb 24, 2026
On this week’s Technique Tuesday, two-time NCAA Champion Keegan O’Toole breaks down two of his go-to finishes from the outside step — one of the fastest and most dangerous leg attacks in wrestling.
Keegan explains how to transition to his “outside shelf” using a split grip to control both the hamstring and ankle, how to counter the chest wrap without falling into a crackdown, and how to adjust when opponents try to limp leg or push away. These finishes are built for control, balance, and clean scoring — especially against high-level wrestlers who know how to scramble.
In this video, you’ll learn:
- How to use the split grip to secure the outside step
- The outside shelf finish and how to avoid the crackdown
- How to beat the chest wrap by bowing and posting
- Adjustments against limp legs and push-away defense
- When to transition to a single leg or run the double
Time Stamps:
00:00:00 - Intro
00:00:22 - Split Grip Finish
00:02:32 - Opponent Tries to Limp Leg
00:03:49 - Outro
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