Training Log: Entry 18

Today's Sparring Event:

I kicked ass.  I had the weight advantage most of the time, but
even against the heavier guy with more experience, I was able to
outstrike him.  However, my lack of submission grappling knowledge
was very apparent, as I was unable to finish anyone outside of
striking.  However, I competed at less than full strength, and
even then, I was informed I hit incredibly hard.

Strong points:
Conditioning is at a good level
Strength/hitting power is at a good level
Positional dominanace (via wrestling) is at a good level
Range knowledge is at a good level

Weak points:
No grappling knowledge
Lack of bodyshots (still head hunting)
Taking too much damage (face is very bruised)

Interesting note: I was able to secure full mount and back mount even
without training due to my knowledge of grappling gained from watching
MMA events and playing video games.  Some of this stuff is
instinctual.

I was taught a few basic sub grappling skills

Ankle lock
Figure-four
Knee bar
Standing ankle lock

Hopefully some of these will stick.

General assesment of performance: I still need to improve.  I need
sparring partners of my strength or greater.  I need to work on
finishing from grapple.  Need to work on defense.