The Osoto Gari is one of the more popular judo and ju-jitsu throws, but also one of the hardest to actually execute during an actual fight or randori session. I think the biggest problem people have with executing this throw is actually setting it up. In this video I, yes the bearded dude with a little extra weight 
is me, quickly demonstrate one of my favorite ways to execute this throw. My uke is one of our top guys Ryan.
I wrote another post here about Osoto Gari along with some videos I found related to the throw here: Ju-Jitsu Training - Mount Drills, Scissor Sweep, Kneeing People and Osoto Gari
I use a same side sleeve and collar grip. I take a big step with my lead leg to off-balance my opponent, then execute my osoto gari sweep.
Osoto Gari Video - Kobukai Ju-Jitsu White Belt Technique
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My name is Matt Bryers, I run this thing along with a few other sites, most notably
April 7th, 2008 at 1:14 pm
Nice technique (by Tom in the background with the broom). And also on the Osoto Gari (although we’re suggesting a name change to Osoto Gary after the way you pwned Gary with this last week).
April 8th, 2008 at 7:59 pm
Osoto gari is one of my favourite techniques, its one of the few judo throws that can really wind you if done correctly. I have also written an article about it which you may enjoy
http://markschat.blogspot.com/2007/12/osoto-gari-thowing-technique.html
April 8th, 2008 at 8:13 pm
It is starting to become one of my favorites again. I like attacking the same side of the person’s body and throwing from there. I have had a lot of success with this both gi and no-gi.