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TIPS TO THE TALL MAN

Notę:    These special instructions are the result

of my experience in contest with smaLler men. A smali man develops a style of work which is suited to his stature and because many of the top Judo players have been smaller men, there is a mistaken notion that the tali man has a disadvantage in contest. This is simply not true. Without using strength, the six-foot man has definite advanta-geous techniąues at his disposal, but he must learn a style which suits his size, just as the smaller Judo player has done for himself.

In contest, players are permitted to grasp parts of the Judo suit (other than sleeves) only to assist in executing or attempting the actual throw. The normal moving about for position is done with grip at sleeves in standard manner.

Photo #1. Take advantage of your longer legs and learn to emphasize leg throws, which can be done from safe distance (comparatively), if leg throws suit your individual style.

Photo #2. When smaller man squats into Iow position, grasp his belt, exert pressure up to puli him onto his toes in preparation for throw.

Photo #3. When smaller man sąuats, shift your right hand high onto his collar and puli up as you position him for throw.

Photo #4. Puli up on pant leg to position opponent for throw.

Photo #5. Reach around and grip belt at back to assist in executing throw.

Photo #6. Grip cloth high and back at his collar, using your forearm as a lever to assist in twisting and toppling opponent.

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