A distinct form of a hook, executed on a vertical Path of Travel.

Inflected Form(s):

Scooping (adjective), Scoops (plural), Scooped (past tense)

Comments:

Scooping moves emphasize the dimension of height.

Scoops require a Contact Penetration range of depth.

A scoop is essentially a hook on a vertical plane.

The Postural Position of both you and your opponent have a large influence over the available paths an intended weapon can travel.

During execution of the move, the position and/or angle of the weapon generally has the effect of catching and/or sticking itself to the target being struck - with the target being pulled forward toward (in the general direction of) the practitioner.

Related Definition(s):

Angle, Butt, Catch, Circle, Claw, Contact, Deviate, Deflect, Dimension, Distance, Execute, Focus, Glance, Gouge, Hammer, Hook, Intent, Lift, Line, Loop, Major, Maneuver, Method, Minor, Move, Path, Poke, Position, Posture, Pull, Push, Rake, Ratchet, Ricochet, Rip, Roundhouse, Scrape, Scratch, Shovel, Slice, Snap, Specialized, Stick, Target, Tear, Thrust, Travel, Weapon, Whip

Related Term(s):

Back-up Mass, Body Mechanics, Contact Penetration, Economy of Motion, Gravitational Marriage, Method of Execution, Postural Position, Weapon Alignment