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Breaking Down the Rules: Craig Jones Invitational Jiu-Jitsu Tournament
Mark your calendars for August 16th and 17th, as the Craig Jones Invitational is set to make waves in the world of jiu-jitsu. Known for his dynamic grappling style and innovative approach to the sport, Craig Jones has curated an event that promises to challenge competitors and entertain fans. With a unique rule set and scoring system, this tournament is unlike anything we’ve seen before.
Brandon McCaghren, a prominent figure in the jiu-jitsu community, recently broke down the tournament's rules and scoring system. Here’s what you need to know:
Rule Set and Rounds for Craig Jones Invitational
The tournament will feature a distinct format: three five-minute rounds with one minute of rest between each round. This structure sets it apart from traditional jiu-jitsu competitions, offering a more intense and strategic experience for both athletes and spectators.
"AIGA had some similarities. I loved AIGA but their scoring inside of it was vastly different than this one here," McCaghren explained. Unlike AIGA, where points were scored inside the rounds, the Craig Jones Invitational adopts a 10-point must system, akin to MMA.
Scoring System
10-Point Must System:
Each round is judged individually.
The winner of a round is awarded 10 points.
The loser receives 9 points or less.
A submission results in an immediate victory for the entire match.
In non-final matches, if both athletes have the same score (e.g., 28-28), the winner of the third round is declared the victor.
Final Matches
For the finals of each bracket, the format changes slightly:
Five five-minute rounds.
If scores are tied after five rounds, an additional five-minute overtime will determine the winner.
Judging Criteria
The judging criteria emphasize aggression, control, and submission attempts, focusing on the following key aspects:
Initiating Action:
Highest reward for competitors who push the action and initiate attacks such as takedowns, guard passes, sweeps, and submission attempts.
Close Submissions and Dynamic Action:
Judges prioritize progression through control and position to submission attempts, rewarding dynamic movements and aggressive tactics.
Positional Control and Dominant Control:
Positional dominance and control of the match's pace are critical, especially if other factors are equal.
Legal Techniques and Submissions
The Craig Jones Invitational allows a wide range of techniques and submissions:
All chokes are legal except for using the hand to close the windpipe.
Techniques such as armbars, shoulder-locks, wristlocks, leglocks, and ankle-locks are permitted.
Can openers, Twisters, and even the full nelson (not allowed in ADCC) are legal.
Slamming is permitted if locked in a submission, but opponents must release the submission before the slam to abort the action.
Spiking and other dangerous maneuvers are prohibited, adhering to standard safety protocols.
Anticipation Builds
As the jiu-jitsu community eagerly awaits the Craig Jones Invitational, the unique rules and scoring system promise to deliver an exciting and unpredictable tournament. Whether you’re a competitor or a fan, this event is set to redefine competitive jiu-jitsu.
Stay tuned to Fight.TV for more updates and coverage of the Craig Jones Invitational.
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