Jiu Jitsu competition for TV have been gaining popularity in recent years, with more and more viewers tuning in to watch the action-packed matches between skilled martial artists, especially now that the largest combat sports organizations in the world are putting on Jiu Jitsu events. While the sport itself is thrilling to watch, it is the moments of high-intensity and explosive action that truly captivate the audience. In contrast, matches that involve stalling and inactivity tend to leave viewers less engaged and unimpressed. This is why it is crucial for competitors to understand the importance of having high intensity scrambles and chasing submissions during a jiu jitsu competition, rather than simply stalling and playing the "NET ZERO" game.
Firstly, it is important to understand that jiu jitsu is a combat sport that is meant to showcase the skills and techniques of the competitors. It is not a game of “playing it safe” and avoiding confrontation. The audience wants to see athletes pushing themselves to their limits, displaying their agility, strength, and quick thinking. Stalling and not taking any action during a match not only takes away from the excitement but also goes against the very essence of the sport.
Moreover, stalling and inactivity also go against the spirit of fair play and competition. Jiu jitsu is often referred to as the “gentle art”, emphasizing the importance of respect, discipline, and good sportsmanship. By actively engaging in a match and striving for scrambles and submissions, competitors show their dedication to the growth of the sport. On the other hand, stalling and avoiding any action can be seen as disrespectful and dishonorable, as it shows a lack of effort and commitment towards the match, the audience and the promotion.
In this day and age, where attention spans are short and viewers have endless options for entertainment, it is crucial for jiu jitsu competitions to deliver WOW moments that leave a lasting impression. It is these moments of intense action and skilled maneuvers that make viewers tune in and keep them on the edge of their seats. In the past, viewers may have tolerated matches that involved a lot of stalling and inactivity, but that era is long gone. With so many other options available, keeping the audience engaged and entertained is of utmost importance. Losing in an exciting, action packed match that may have lead to you being submitted increases the likelyhood of you being invited back, gains you more fans, and is much preferred over the 1 advantage win or refs decision of two athletes unwilling to fully engage. (And definitely makes you more $$$)
In conclusion, it is clear that having action during a jiu jitsu competition is not just important, but essential. Athletes MUST change their attitude about this. No stalling, no "I'm gonna try to pass your guard, meanwhile the other competitor is ONLY defending you from passing the guard", but instead taking on the attitude that it's my Jiu Jitsu against yours and I'm willing to take chances to make it watchable. Who cares if he passes your guard. What's your next move? And if you do pass his guard, what's next? Is there any beauty in passing someones guard if they let you just to create a scramble? Stalling and inactivity not only detract from the excitement and spirit of the sport but also fail to engage and impress the audience. As a competitor, it is your responsibility to showcase your best skills and strategies and provide viewers with moments that will leave them wanting more. So let's give it our all, strive for those WOW moments, and show the world why jiu jitsu is a sport like no other. And leave the NET ZERO jiu jitsu for the tournaments that noone is watching anyways. #JiuJitsu #ActionPacked #Excitement #FairPlay #GentleArt #fucknetzero #boring
BLACK BELT MIKE
