Judo is a classical Japanese sport - derived from the art of Jiu-jitsu (yes, I know there are multiple spellings of the word!). In general, Judo players attempt to throw one another to the ground using all manners of techniques.
There is also a certain amount of ground-grappling permitted during which a player may pin or submit his opponent. Submissions allowed are limited to chokes and elbow locks. Many years ago, Judo instituted rules limiting the players time on the ground, so victories using ground techniques are limited in scope. While this change minimized many of Judo's self defense strategies and techniques, it did make for a more visually enjoyable sport. Nonetheless, this rule change limited Judo as a sport and changed it from what it had originally been.
Well, this year, the IJF, Judo's governing body, implemented a new series of rule changes. These changes were intended to differentiate between Judo and (Freestlye) wrestling.
Link to video of the changes.
Unfortunately, in the majority of the Judo community, these changes are unwelcome as they prohibit some of the most effective techniques. Many Judo players have crafter their entire game around using primarily the attacks that are now forbidden. In other words, Judo is about to have another major change from what it originally was.
Not that I want everything to be stagnant, but I am getting sick of all kinds of "hope and change!"
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