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SUB THE OPPS
Competition Rules
Tournament Rules
RULES
*If there is a need for our referee to stop a match the referee is authorized to stop any match for the SAFETY of the child.
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SubTheOpps Tournament Official Rules
1. MATCH OBJECTIVE
- Win by submission, points, or referee decision.
- Matches can end early by disqualification (DQ) or if an opponent cannot continue.
2. MATCH FORMAT
- Match Duration: 3, 4, 5, or 6 minutes depending on age and belt rank.
- First half of the match: Submission only (no points, ADCC style).
- Second half: IBJJF-style points system combined with submission points.
- New Rule: In the second half of the match, submission points (for submission attempts and deep submissions) will also be applied in addition to positional points. This encourages continuous submission attacks while still allowing positional scoring.
- Absolute Overtime: Submission points (for submission attempts and deep submissions) will also be applied during all overtime rounds in Absolute Division matches.
3. SCORING SYSTEM
IBJJF Points (during second half): - Takedown: 2 points
- Sweep: 2 points
- Knee on Belly: 2 points
- Guard Pass: 3 points
- Mount: 4 points
- Back Control (hooks in): 4 points
Positions must be stabilized for 3 seconds to score.
Submission Threat Points:
Submission must be held 3 seconds for
point. If it gets deeper another three second period is needed for second point. If the submission is deep From the beginning and the three seconds are achieved. You will receive the 2 points.
- Submission Attempt (1 point): A submission that is set up and secured but not yet at full finishing depth. It forces the opponent to defend but does not present an imminent danger of a tap.
- Deep Submission (2 points): A fully locked-in submission that poses a significant threat of finishing, requiring serious effort to escape.
Examples of Submission Attempts (1 point):
- Triangle choke locked but the opponent is postured up and creating space. - Armbar setup where the opponent is stacking and defending early.
- Rear naked choke with the arm across but no full lock or tight squeeze.
- Guillotine applied but the opponent maintains posture and grip fighting.
Examples of Deep Submissions (2 points):
- Triangle choke fully locked and tight, breaking posture with a clear choke.
- Armbar fully extended with the opponent's arm at full lockout, requiring urgent escape. - Rear naked choke locked under the chin with full control, deep squeeze in progress.
- Guillotine applied deep, with full elbow-in alignment and opponent visibly struggling.
**Important Notes:**
- No submission can be initiated from out of bounds.
- Submission points (attempts and deep submissions) can only be awarded during the second half of regular matches or in overtime during Absolute Division matches.
- There will be no advantage points awarded in this tournament.
No advantages. Stalling penalties are enforced during the second half of regular matches and during Absolute Overtime rounds.
4. STALLING CRITERIA & PENALTIES
Defined as intentionally delaying or avoiding engagement without progress for 20-30 seconds.
Examples of Stalling:
- Standing still on the feet without engaging grips or takedown attempts.
- Sitting in guard without working sweeps, submissions, or positional advancement.
- Holding an opponent in closed guard without attempting submissions, sweeps, or breaking posture.
- Maintaining side control or mount without advancing or attempting submissions.
- Backing away from the opponent repeatedly without re-engaging.
- Pushing an opponent away and standing still to avoid action.
Penalties:
1. First offense: Verbal warning.
2. Second offense: Opponent is awarded 1 point.
3. Third offense: Opponent is awarded an additional point. 4. Fourth offense: Disqualification.
**Special Rule:** If both competitors are not engaging (both stalling), both will receive the stalling penalty at the same time. If both reach the fourth stalling offense and are disqualified:
- In regular matches: The competitor with more points at that time will advance. If no points have been scored by either competitor, the referee will decide who the winner is based on aggression and initiative.
- In Absolute Division matches: If both are disqualified, and no points have been scored, an additional overtime will be held. A coin flip determines who starts in a dominant position (back control, half guard, or closed guard).
**Note:** Stalling penalties are enforced during the second half of regular matches and during Absolute Overtime rounds.
5. ILLEGAL MOVES & DISQUALIFICATIONS (DQ)
Instant DQ Offenses:
- Illegal submissions (e.g., slams, unauthorized leg locks). - Unsportsmanlike conduct (striking, injuring intentionally). - Repeated fleeing of the mat.
- Hygiene violations or not making weight.
-No scissors takedowns are permitted. *
**Jumping Guard Rule:**
- No jumping guard is allowed for any competitor except black belts.
- You must pull your opponent down into your guard in a controlled manner.
- One foot may be placed on the opponent's hip, but at least one foot must remain on the ground when pulling guard. Alternatively, you may pull your opponent down into your guard from a standing position at your own risk.
- Jumping guard is defined as leaving the ground entirely and wrapping your legs around your opponent with the expectation they carry your weight.
- If you jump into guard and are slammed, the slam will not be penalized; instead, you will be disqualified for the illegal act of jumping guard. (Blackbelts can jump guard and perform flying submissions)
6. LEGAL TECHNIQUES (UPDATED)
- White Belt:
* No jumping guard.
* No leg locks (except straight ankle locks). * No wrist locks.
- Blue Belt & Purple Belt:
* Straight ankle locks.
* Wrist locks allowed.
* Body lock from the guard. * Groin stretch.
* Banana split.
* Mothers milk/smother submissions (no covering the mouth with the hand at any level). * No twisting leg locks, no knee bars, no reaping.
- Brown Belt:
* Straight ankle locks.
* Toe holds.
* Knee bars allowed.
* Wrist locks.
* Calf slicers.
* Bicep slicers.
* Body lock from the guard.
* Groin stretch.
* Banana split.
* Mothers milk/smother submissions (no covering the mouth with the hand at any level). * No heel hooks (except in black belt No Gi).
* No reaping in Gi.
- Black Belt:
* Gi: Straight ankle locks, toe holds, knee bars, wrist locks, calf slicers, bicep slicers, body lock
from the guard, groin stretch, banana split, mothers milk/smother submissions (no covering the
mouth with the hand at any level) (no heel hooks, no knee reaping).
* No Gi: All of the above PLUS heel hooks and knee reaping are allowed.
Flying submissions will be allowed. (Jumping into submission for black belts only )
- Kids Divisions:
* No leg locks.
* No neck cranks.
* Allowed submissions:
- Rear naked choke
- Armbar (from guard or mount)
- Triangle choke
- Americana
- Kimura
- Straight armbar
- Collar chokes (for Gi divisions only)
- Guillotine (only in appropriate age groups) - Omoplata
- Ezekiel choke (must be applied as a blood choke with pressure on the sides of the neck only; any crank or pressure on the spine or windpipe will result in immediate stoppage and potential disqualification)
* Submissions targeting joints allowed only if age-appropriate and safe.
7. OVERTIME & ABSOLUTE DIVISION RULES
Absolute (Gi & No Gi):
- Open to any weight, belt, and age (minors may be restricted for safety). - Prize: $1000 for Gi and No Gi winners.
Match Format:
- 5-minute submission-only match.
- Overtime: One 3-minute overtime followed by an additional 3-minute overtime if needed.
- In the additional overtime, a coin flip will determine who gets to choose the starting position. The winner of the coin flip can select between:
1. Back control with both hooks in and seatbelt grip. 2. Half guard (bottom or top position by choice).
3. Closed guard (bottom position).
- Only submission points (submission attempt and deep submission points) will be awarded in Absolute Overtime rounds; no positional points are counted.
- Stalling penalties are enforced during Absolute Overtime rounds.
- There will be no referee decision to determine a winner in Absolute Division matches; the match must be decided by submission or submission points.
**Important:** No referee is allowed to disqualify or walk over a competitor in the Absolute Division without first clearing it with Eric Lee Zambrano, the owner of SubTheOpps, or management (i.e., Denise Lynett Munoz).
**Conduct Warning:** Excessive bad-mouthing of your opponent during or after the match, or striking (kicking or punching) your opponent at any time, will result in automatic disqualification from all Absolute Division matches.
There will be NO advantages awarded. In case of a tie, referee will go with referree's decision.
Here's a more detailed breakdown match times :
- (Kids & Teens) :3 minutes
- Adults (White Belt): 5 minutes
- Adults (Blue Belt): 6 minutes
- Adults (Purple Belt):6 minutes
- Adults (Brown Belt): 6 minutes
- Adults (Black Belt): 6 minutes
All competitors must wear a rash guard, shirts are required.
Spats or shorts must be worn, no pockets, no cups or groin protectors allowed.
FOR GIMust fit properly excessively short sleeves can cause issue. you may be asked to change gi top or DQ match.
HYGIENE:
Finger and toenails must be trimmed and cut short. Uniforms must be cleaned, dry and not show any stains. Competitors may not wear any bandages or braces with hard material, like metal or plastic