Beauty and the Gi: Gripping Conversations about Jiu-Jitsu and Life: 161: What You Need to Know about the IBJJF Podium and Lessons in Sportsmanship

161: What You Need to Know about the IBJJF Podium and Lessons in Sportsmanship

Apr 27, 2023

What should you know about podium expectations and behavior at IBJJF Tournaments? That’s where we are starting this week’s episode. We also discuss the importance of exhibiting good sportsmanship, even after a tough loss.

AJ shares what she expects from her students when she is coaching them and Jen takes us way back to the 1980s for a BIG lesson she learned the hard way about sportsmanship and yelling at referees.

Key Takeaways:

What you need to know about podium expectations at IBJJF Tournaments
Why you should register for the open when you leave the podium, even if you're unsure if you will compete
Why your behavior matters more than a win or loss
Why you should let your coach argue a bad ref decision on your behalf
The podcast recommendation you need to hear

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