Comments on www.bjj-asia.com: NEVERTAP ASIA: PHUKET, TH

Heel hooks, Toe Holds, Knee Bars, Straight Achille...

2010-03-10T03:28:14.374-08:00

Heel hooks, Toe Holds, Knee Bars, Straight Achilles, Neck cranks--are all Legal.

Specifically---my school does not focus on these submissions for general class---but we've been trying to "cram" the basics. BUT...Nevertap is suppose to be an "Unbiased" form of grappling. Foot looks are a bit "taboo" in BJJ--but are everyday practice in some sambo and catchwrestling academies.

Ultimately the competitor got caught in a submission and needs to tap. Wether that is an armbar, choke, or foot lock...

The notion that a foot lock comes on too fast---is all the more reason to be cautious of them.

Over much debate...we kept this rule from the show in the states. I felt it add to the non-biased grappling concepts.

**Last year we didn't have any serious injuries**...and we are anticipating the same this year.

UFC Star Phil Baroni will be the Guest Presenter for the medals.

Brad-- No you would win, clearly establishing dom...

2010-03-10T03:23:47.845-08:00

Brad--

No you would win, clearly establishing domination in the match.

I think where the rules come into play--is where a fighter passes guard once...(traditionally being awarded 3 points)...and then that fighter spends the entire time fighting out of submissions (usually advantages).

....We have all the videos from last years competition up on the website---so it makes it easy to view the "strategy".

This is actually the same structured tournament as the states nevertap event.

Tyrone Glover (Black Belt) Vs. Jorger Masvidal (ATT MMA Fighter)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kRpmWPMaHW0

Mac Danzig (UFC TUF Winner) vs Eric Kelley (MMA Fighter)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ljp6Upjdz4s

basically...were just looking to promote "playing the game"...that's why we penalize for stalling. You pay to play---so we want to see you play.

The first consideration for winning any competitio...

2010-03-09T22:12:23.684-08:00

The first consideration for winning any competition is "how do I not lose." Mitigating risk should be the first concern if you want to win. Using the CBJJ rules my game plan is usually: takedown>pass>mount. If everything goes according to plan I'm up 9-0 and can start looking to submit with little fear that my opponents will catch me on points.

According to Ray the Nevertap Asia judging system is designed to encourage aggressive play and encourage competitors to finish. But this seems contradictory.

There are three criteria that are judged. Aggressiveness, takedowns and ground control. Since I can not presume to know what the ref will think is affective aggression, I'm forced to consider the other two criteria. By using my usual gameplan - takedown>pass>mount>finish - once I reach the mount the score is still equal and I have no incentive to attack. If I release the presser to setup attacks, my opponent may escape and I’m no longer being dominant.

I think these rules will cause more stalls than the usual CBJJ rules. I know my game plan would change to accommodate these rules. Once I achieved a dominate position my attacks, assuming I attacked at all, would only be in response to mistakes by my opponent - I would not force the finish for fear of reversals or escapes.

I will be unable to attend this tournament but I'm curious to hear the reports. Maybe I'm wrong and these rules will make the game more exciting. Good luck to everyone participating.

What are the rules concerning leglocks? Are heelho...

2010-03-09T20:27:04.288-08:00

What are the rules concerning leglocks? Are heelhooks allowed?