In other words the best players don t quit driving their throws until they hit the mat. The nature of a terminal throw, however, means that the attacker is going to finish his throw on his knees or stomach. That s right, when the elite land on their knees or stomach they get into a mobile position before pursuing newaza. World champions don t attack from their knees. As a Coach it s your responsibility to insure that your players have the best tools possible to play this game of Judo.
Mobility is the ultimate tool.
Playing from your knees restricts mobility, so just don t do it. Return to the Judo Information Site or to the Judo Research Page .