September - Lateral Movement

For the month of September, we practiced throws with lateral movement, focusing on o soto gari and de ashi barai as our foundational throws. We also explored sode trusri komi goshi towards the end of the month.

Below, are three matches to study along with question prompts.

Fabio Basile

3 study questions for this match:

1. How would you describe Basile's cadence and tempo?

2. What previous techniques and actions allowed Basile to set up his de ashi barai so well?

3. What gripping techniques or concepts does Basile use that we have gone over in class?

Amandine Buchard

3 study questions for this match:

1. Is the match same-sided (ai yotsu) or opposite-sided (kenka yotsu)?

2. Based on this match and Basile's, what similarities do you see between Buchard's and Basile's? What about between the two Italian players, Giuffrida and Basile?

3. How do you think Buchard was able to manage the physical challenges of this match?

Denis Vieru

3 study questions for this match:

1. What aspects of Vieru's style would you describe as unique?

2. What parts of Vieru's judo might be "invisible judo" (small movements and timing that we don't see)?

3. Eye spy: Vieru scores twice in this match, however he gets in many attacks. Can you count and name them?

For October, we will be pivoting to a new theme, counters. See everyone in class!