2023 Sub League Season
New this year: There will be two stand alone events culminating in season rankings. Stay tuned for more details.
2023 Qualifier I
April 15-16
Liberty High School
Hillsboro, Oregon
2023 Qualifier II
May 20-21
UPDATED: Sherwood High School
Sherwood, Oregon
ABOUT THE SUBMISSION WRESTLING LEAGUE (SUB LEAGUE™)
Sub League to Celebrate its 17th Season
Sub League is an annual series of tournaments that began in Beaverton, Oregon, in 2005.
This classic submission series follows Sub League’s unique rules and features both Gi and No-Gi competition. There are no points counted within each match – the only way to win a match is by submission (some exceptions may apply, such as with division tie-breakers). If there is no submission, the match is considered a draw. This format showcases submission wrestling at its best. It doesn’t favor the takedown specialist or the control wrestler or the positional Brazilian Jiu Jitsu competitor. Instead, it plays to the athlete that can complete submissions against an uncooperative opponent in a defined amount of time.
Each Sub League event will operate in a round-robin pool format. Divisions of athletes will be divided into pools of up to seven competitors. All athletes within the same pool will compete against one another. This format, as opposed an elimination tournament (where competitors are eliminated at a set number of losses), typically allows for more matches for each athlete.
A typical subleague.com tournament draws more than 1,500 fans and competitors under one roof, while running eight competition rings, and serving up around 1,000 matches throughout the day.
Benefits of the Sub League Format
- Athletes get many opportunities to compete (2 – 6 matches an event). More matches may occur in the case of a tie breaker.
- There is less controversy because there is minimal judging during a match—either an athlete gets a submission, gets submitted, or it’s a draw. Points don’t count within a match.
- The submission-only format keeps the matches moving, making this a fun event for spectators and athletes alike.
SUB LEAGUE REGISTRATION AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
Competitor Registration
Register early and save.
Early Bird (by 3/10/23):
$70 Gi or No-gi | $100 Both
Just in Time (3/11/23-3/29/23):
$80 Gi or No-gi | $110 Both
Late (3/30/23-4/9/23):
$90 Gi or No-gi | $120 Both
All competitors who register by 3/20/23 will receive a free event shirt. Note: Free shirts are only offered at the April Sub League event.
Registration closes on SUNDAY, APRIL 9, 2023.
Spectators
Tickets will be available at the door.
$10 (one day) | $15 (two days)
Parent Note: Each youth competitor will receive one free parent entry at time of check-in (Sunday only). Spectators ages 9 and younger are free.
Coaches
Pre-register for free admission*
*Past coach registrations do NOT carry over. You must register separately for each event. Each team is allowed one free coach entry for every five athletes competing. Each eligible coach must pre-register online before the deadline (11:59 p.m. Thursday before the event) in order to receive free entry. Please visit the Coaches page for full details.
Who is Competing?
To view a full list of competitors currently registered for the 2023 Sub League Qualifier, please click the button below. Note that this list is best viewed on a desktop computer, rather than a mobile device.
Need to Make a Change? No problem. You have until 8 p.m. on Monday before the tournament to make any corrections to your registration. See the instructions on how to update your weight division, skill, etc. in the Common Questions & Answers section below.
Are You New to Sub League Tournaments?
Click the link below to learn what to expect. The document is written to parents, but the same format applies to adult and master competitors as well.
Has Your Coach Registered Yet?
Each team is allowed one (1) free coach entry for every five (5) athletes competing. Each eligible coach must pre-register online before the deadline in order to receive free entry. Coaches must register for each subleague.com event separately (previous registration does not transfer to future events).
The complimentary coach registration deadline is 11:59 p.m. on Thursday before the event. Additional coaches, or those registering after the deadline, can register for $10 at the door ($15 for a 2-day pass).
Sub League Season Updates
Please join our email list to stay up-to-date.
LOCATION AND LODGING
April 2023 Sub League Qualifier Dates & Location
Saturday, April 15 – Adults and Masters
Sunday, April 16 – Youth and Juniors
Liberty High School
7445 NE Wagon Drive, Hillsboro, OR 97124
April 2023 Sub League Qualifier Lodging Recommendations
Courtyard – Hillsboro
$119 for a single King bed + single pullout sofa (sleeps 3)
$129 for two queen beds (sleeps 4)
Onsite restaurant, breakfast included
Holiday Inn – Hillsboro
$119 for a single King bed + single pullout sofa (sleeps 3)
$129 for two queen beds (sleeps 4)
Onsite restaurant, breakfast included
Hampton Inn – Hillsboro
$119 for a single King bed (sleeps 2)
$129 for two queen beds (sleeps 4)
Onsite restaurant, free breakfast for the group
EVENT SCHEDULE
2023 Sub League Qualifier Schedule
Final schedule will be posted by Thursday before the event.
Competitors are expected to report to the bullpen and be ready to weigh-in and compete at the times listed on the final schedule. Competitors will weigh-in right before competing; those not present for weigh-ins will be disqualified. Times listed are the earliest a division will start. These times do not necessarily reflect the actual start time. Some brackets may start 30-45 minutes past the stated start time of the division; however, all competitors must be present in the warm up area BEFORE the stated start time.
Saturday – Adult and Master Divisions | Sunday – Youth and Junior Divisions
Doors Open at 8:00 am | Competition Starts at 9:00 am
SATURDAY – ADULT AND MASTERS
Sample Order of Events
Male and female divisions will run on the same schedule, according to belt/skill level, unless otherwise noted.
GI DIVISIONS
9:00 am (Ready at 8:45 am) – Black Belts
Brown Belts
Purple Belts
Blue Belts
White Belts
NO-GI DIVISIONS
Elite
Advanced
Intermediate
Beginner
SUNDAY – YOUTH AND JUNIORS
Sample Order of Events
Male and female divisions will run on the same schedule, according to belt/skill level, unless otherwise noted.
YOUTH GI DIVISIONS (AGES 5-13)
9:00 am (Ready at 8:45 am) – Youth White Belts
Youth Grey Belts
Youth Yellow and Orange Belts
JUNIOR GI DIVISIONS (AGES 14-17)
Junior All Belts
YOUTH NO-GI DIVISIONS (AGES 5-13)
Youth Beginner
Youth Intermediate
Youth Advanced
JUNIOR NO-GI DIVISIONS (AGES 14-17)
Junior Beginner
Junior Intermediate
Junior Advanced
GI COMPETITION DIVISIONS
Gi Skill Levels for Youth & Juniors
Youth (5-13 years) / Juniors (14-17 years)
Many teams follow unique belting hierarchies and colors for their younger Jiu Jitsu athletes. We ask all teams and parents, regardless of their academy’s internal youth belt system, to follow the International Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Federation’s (IBJJF) belt system at ibjjf.org/info/graduation-system when registering youth and junior athletes for subleague.com events. If you are unsure what belt level your child should compete at, please consult your child’s instructor and/or reference the IBJJF’s Belt Graduation System.
Gi Skill Levels for Men & Women
Gi Weight Classes
IMPORTANT NOTE: Competitors weigh-in WITH gi uniform on. These are maximum weights and include the gi weight. Competitors will have until 8 p.m. on Monday before the tournament to update registration information. To avoid disqualification, we recommend that all competitors double check their weight before to this date – especially youth and junior competitors as sudden growth spurts can happen.
Junior Male Gi Weight Divisions
(ages 14-17)
Junior competitors will be asked to provide actual age and weight when registering. Please be accurate and double check weight with Gi uniform on, as these actual numbers will help us to form the best divisions possible.
- Rooster: up – 118.0 lbs.
- Light Feather: 118.1 – 129.0 lbs.
- Feather: 129.1 – 141.5 lbs.
- Light: 141.6 – 152.5 lbs.
- Middle: 152.6 – 163.5 lbs.
- Medium Heavy: 163.6 – 175.0 lbs.
- Heavy: 175.1 – 186.0 lbs.
- Super Heavy: 186.1 – 197.0 lbs.
- Ultra Heavy: no maximum weight
Junior Female Gi Weight Divisions
(ages 14-17)
Junior competitors will be asked to provide actual age and weight when registering. Please be accurate and double check weight with Gi uniform on, as these actual numbers will help us to form the best divisions possible.
- Rooster: up – 98.0 lbs.
- Light Feather: 98.1 – 106.5 lbs.
- Feather: 106.6 – 116.0 lbs.
- Light: 116.1 – 125.0 lbs.
- Middle: 125.1 – 133.5 lbs.
- Medium Heavy: 133.6 – 143.5 lbs.
- Heavy: 143.6 – 152.0 lbs.
- Super Heavy: no maximum weight
Youth Gi Weight Divisions
(ages 5-13)
Youth competitors will be asked to provide actual age and weight when registering. Please be accurate and double check weight with gi uniform on, as these actual numbers will help us to form the best divisions possible.
- Up to 40.0 lbs.
- 40.1 – 50.0 lbs.
- 50.1 – 60.0 lbs.
- 60.1 – 70.0 lbs.
- 70.1 – 80.0 lbs.
- 80.1 – 90.0 lbs.
- 90.1 – 100.0 lbs.
- 100.1 – 110.0 lbs.
- 110.1 – 122.5 lbs.
- 122.6 – 135.0 lbs.
- 135.1 – 150.0 lbs.
- 150.1 – 165.0 lbs.
- 165.1 lbs. and above (may move to Junior division)
Men’s Gi Weight Divisions
Adult (under age 30), Master 1 (30 and older), Master 2 (40 and older)
- Rooster: up to 127.0 lbs.
- Light Feather: 127.1 – 141.5 lbs.
- Feather: 141.6 – 154.5 lbs.
- Light: 154.6 – 168.0 lbs.
- Middle: 168.1 – 181.5 lbs.
- Medium Heavy: 181.6 – 195.0 lbs.
- Heavy: 195.1 – 208.0lbs.
- Super Heavy: 208.1 – 222.0 lbs.
- Ultra Heavy: no maximum weight
Women’s Gi Weight Divisions
Adult (under age 30), Master 1 (30 and older), Master 2 (40 and older)
- Light Feather: 118.0 lbs. and below
- Feather: 118.1 – 129.0 lbs.
- Light: 129.1 – 141.5 lbs.
- Middle: 141.6 – 152.5 lbs.
- Medium Heavy: 152.6 – 163.5 lbs.
- Heavy: 163.6 – 175.0 lbs.
- Super Heavy: 175.1 lbs. and above
NO-GI COMPETITION DIVISIONS
No-gi Skill Levels for Youth & Juniors
Youth (5-13 years) / Juniors (14-17 years)
- Beginner: White belt or equivalent (or less than 12 months experience)
- Intermediate: Grey belt or equivalent (or 12 to 24 months experience)
- Advanced: Yellow belt and higher (or 2+ years experience)
No-gi Skill Levels for Men
Adult (under age 30), Master 1 (30 and older), Master 2 (40 and older)
- Beginner: White belt or equivalent (or less than 18 months experience with any style of grappling/wrestling)
- Intermediate: Blue belt or equivalent
- Advanced: Purple, brown, black belt or equivalent (see rule set difference from Elite)
- Elite: Same as Advanced but with preference for expanded rule set (see Allowed/Disallowed Holds and Takedowns in Competition Rules section)
No-gi Skill Levels for Women
Adult (under age 30), Master 1 (30 and older), Master 2 (40 and older)
- Beginner: White belt or equivalent (or less than 18 months experience with any style of grappling/wrestling)
- Intermediate: Blue belt or equivalent
- Advanced: Purple, brown, black belt or equivalent (see rule set difference from Elite)
- Elite: Same as Advanced but with preference for expanded rule set (see Allowed/Disallowed Holds and Takedowns in Competition Rules section)
No-gi Weight Classes
IMPORTANT NOTE: Competitors weigh-in WITH no-gi uniform on. These are maximum weights. Competitors will have until 8 p.m. on Monday before the tournament to update registration information. To avoid disqualification, we recommend that all competitors double check their weight before to this date – especially youth and junior competitors as sudden growth spurts can happen.
Junior Male No-gi Weight Divisions
(14-17 years)
Junior competitors will be asked to provide actual age and weight when registering. Please be accurate and double check weight with no-gi clothing on, as these actual numbers will help us to form the best divisions possible.
- Rooster: Up to 114.0 lbs.
- Light Feather: 114.1 – 125.0 lbs.
- Feather: 125.1 – 136.0 lbs.
- Light: 136.1 – 147.0 lbs.
- Middle: 147.1 – 158.0 lbs.
- Medium Heavy: 158.1 – 169.0 lbs.
- Heavy: 169.1 – 180.0 lbs.
- Super Heavy: 180.1 – 191.0 lbs.
- Ultra Heavy: No maximum weight
Junior Female No-gi Weight Divisions
(14-17 years)
Junior competitors will be asked to provide actual age and weight when registering. Please be accurate and double check weight with no-gi clothing on, as these actual numbers will help us to form the best divisions possible.
- Rooster: Up to 94.0 lbs.
- Light Feather: 94.1 – 103.0 lbs.
- Feather: 103.1 – 111.5 lbs.
- Light: 111.6 – 120.5 lbs.
- Middle: 120.6 – 129.0 lbs.
- Medium Heavy: 129.1 – 138.0 lbs.
- Heavy: 138.1 – 147.0 lbs.
- Super Heavy: No maximum weight
Youth No-gi Weight Divisions
(5-13 years)
Youth competitors will be asked to provide actual age and weight when registering. Please be accurate and double check weight with no-gi clothing on, as these actual numbers will help us to form the best divisions possible.
- Up to 40.0 lbs.
- 40.1 – 50.0 lbs.
- 50.1 – 60.0 lbs.
- 60.1 – 70.0 lbs.
- 70.1 – 80.0 lbs.
- 80.1 – 90.0 lbs.
- 90.1 – 100.0 lbs.
- 100.1 – 110.0 lbs.
- 110.1 – 122.5 lbs.
- 122.6 – 135.0 lbs.
- 135.1 – 150.0 lbs.
- 150.1 – 165.0 lbs.
- 165.1 lbs. and above (may move to Junior division)
Men’s No-gi Weight Divisions
Adult (under age 30), Master 1 (30 and older), Master 2 (40 and older)
- Rooster: Up to 122.5 lbs.
- Light Feather: 122.6 – 136.0 lbs.
- Feather: 136.1 – 149.0 lbs.
- Light: 149.1 – 162.5 lbs.
- Middle: 162.6 – 175.5 lbs.
- Medium Heavy: 175.6 – 188.5 lbs.
- Heavy: 188.6 – 202.0 lbs.
- Super-Heavy: 202.1 – 215.0 lbs.
- Ultra Heavy: No maximum weight
Women’s No-gi Weight Divisions
Adult (under age 30), Master 1 (30 and older), Master 2 (40 and older)
- Light Feather: Up to 114 lbs.
- Feather: 114.1 to 125.0 lbs.
- Light: 125.1 to 136.0 lbs.
- Middle: 136.1 to 147.0 lbs.
- Medium Heavy: 147.1 to 158.0 lbs.
- Heavy: 158.1 to 169.0 lbs.
- Super Heavy: No maximum weight
COMPETITION RULES
Matches take place on an 18’ by 18’ mat ring. Matches start from standing. Competitors who move onto or outside the ring border when standing can (at the discretion of the referee) be restarted standing in the center of the mat. If competitors move outside the ring while engaged on the ground, the action may be frozen and moved back to the center of the mat, in position. Deliberately or repeatedly moving outside the area will be considered stalling and penalized accordingly.
Ways to Win
- Submission (physical and verbal)
- Referee stoppage (medical or rule infringement)
- Corner/coach stops fight
Allowed and Disallowed Holds and Takedowns
Submissions and takedowns depend on age and skill level. Please see the complete listing of allowed and disallowed holds and takedowns for each division below.
Illegal Techniques
Illegal unless explicitly stated for that division:
- No twisting leg locks (heel hooks or toe locks). Exception: Heel hooks and reaping are allowed in elite no-gi divisions.
- No reaping
- No neck cranks
- No “Full Nelson”
- No twister body locks / spinal cranks
- No muscle destruction submissions. Exception: Calf and bicep cutters are allowed in brown-black belt and advanced-elite no-gi divisions.
- No striking of any kind
- ZERO tolerance on slamming. Slamming to escape the guard and various submissions from the guard may result in competitor being immediately disqualified. Note: Takedowns are not considered slamming, unless intent to injure is determined by the referee. It is the competitor’s responsibility to deliver opponent safely to the mat.
- No spiking an opponent onto their head
- No eye gouging or fish hooking
- No grabbing the ears
- No hair pulling
- No finger or toe holds
- No thumbing
- No scratching or pinching
- No kicking
- No biting
- No touching the groin area
- No knees or elbows on face
- No slippery substances allowed on body or clothing
- No inserting of fingers inside pat cuffs or sleeves for grip. Additionally, no inserting of foot into opponent’s belt to hold, push, or lift opponent.
- No use of rash guard/shirt in applying submission
- No passivity or fleeing the mat: deliberately or repeatedly moving outside the designated mat area, stalling or refusing to engage with an opponent are considered a foul. Committing four (4) fouls in a match results in an automatic disqualification.
- Good sportsmanship is expected at all times: no spitting, swearing, or disobeying of a referee’s verbal commands.
- The referee has FULL discretion to disqualify a competitor immediately after a serious, dangerous, or deliberate foul.
Immediate Disqualification
The following will result in immediate disqualification:
- Slamming opponent
- Applying illegal technique
- Fleeing mat to avoid submission
- Arguing with the referee
- Unsportsmanlike conduct against other competitors, referee, coach, or public
Leg Locks
Leg Locks are ILLEGAL in all Youth and Junior divisions with the following exceptions – straight ankle locks are legal for junior blue belts and junior advanced no-gi. Straight ankle locks are legal for all adult belt levels and no-gi divisions. Straight knee bars are legal for brown-black belts and intermediate-advanced-elite no-gi divisions only. Figure 4 toe holds are legal for brown-black belts and advanced-elite no-gi divisions only. Heel hooks are legal for elite no-gi divisions only. Note: Reaping (crossing your leg from outside in over your opponent’s hip or thigh while attacking a foot) is illegal in all divisions (with the exception of elite no-gi divisions).
Youth & Junior: Choke Safety, Guard Restrictions, Crying Rules, and More
- In no-gi, no crushing or squeezing neck with hands or forearm. In gi, no crushing or squeezing neck with hands or forearm without choke (grip on gi required).
- No pulling on head to finish Triangle choke (straining the neck) except in junior blue belt.
- Where Guillotines are allowed: No standing Guillotine chokes. Must not try to finish choke standing. Attacking athlete must sit back to the ground in a safe manner. No throws while holding Guillotine (must have head and arm for throws).
- No lock inside closed guard with legs compressing kidneys or ribs. No jumping guard.
- For safety reasons, once a correct position for an arm lock or choke has been achieved, the referee may immediately stop the fight without waiting for the lock to be applied fully. This allows young competitors to learn the basics of submission grappling and Jiu Jitsu in a safe environment.
- The third stoppage for crying in the same match will be treated the same as a medical stoppage. Additionally, yelling out may be considered a verbal tap (in all divisions).
Time Limits
Regulation Match Times:
- Youth gi and no-gi matches consist of one 3-minute round.
- Junior gi and no-gi matches consist of one 4-minute round.
- Adult/Master white and blue belt gi matches consist of one 5-minute round.
- Adult/Master purple, brown, and black belt gi matches consist of one 6-minute round.
- Adult/Master beginner and intermediate matches consist of one 4-minute round.
- Adult/Master advanced and elite matches consist of one 6-minute round.
The number of matches in a day that an athlete will have is determined by the number of competitors in the entire division and how that breaks down into pools. It is our goal to get an athlete three to five matches in a day.
Tie-breaker Match Times:
In the case of a division tie, when two or more athletes’ per match averages tie for first place, the “tied” athletes may compete in additional matches. These matches will be half the length of the division’s regulation match time. Additionally, Sub League reserves the right to either tie-break, or not tie-break, second and third place ties.
Out of Bounds
- Stopping a match when out of bounds is at the discretion of the referee – considering safety of position, interference of other matches, etc.
- Competitors who move onto or outside the ring border when standing can (at the discretion of the referee) be restarted standing in the center of the mat.
- If competitors move outside the ring while in an established ground position, the action may be frozen and moved back to the center of the mat, in position.
- If competitors move outside the ring area, while in a scramble, the athletes will be brought to the center of the ring and restarted standing.
- If a take down or throw occurs with throwing athlete having both feet in bounds the take down will be relocated to center of the ring.
- If any part of the throwing athlete’s feet or foot are outside of ring during throw then athletes may be restarted standing.
- Deliberately or repeatedly moving outside the ring area will be considered stalling and penalized accordingly. Athletes will not escape submission by fleeing the ring.
Competition Attire and Hygiene
Hygiene:
At weigh-ins, all competitors will be checked for communicable diseases, not limited to but including ring-worm, staph, herpes, and impetigo. If a competitor is deemed to have a communicable disease, they will be disqualified. Shoes must be worn AT ALL TIMES, except when on competition mat. Competitors found barefoot in restrooms may be disqualified. Disqualification is non-refundable.
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Attire:
A clean solid-colored uniform (white, royal blue, black or pink) is required to compete in the Gi divisions. Pants and jacket must be same color. Uniform jacket must have a four finger space at cuff and sleeves within 3 inches of wrist. Pants must be within 3 inches of ankles. Adult male competitors are not allowed to wear clothing under the Gi jacket. Athletes must wear undergarments: The use of thong-type undergarments is not permitted; only brief-type undergarments may be worn (immediate disqualification will occur if it is discovered that competitor is not wearing proper undergarments during a match). Wrestling shoes, metal knee braces, and groin protector cups are not allowed. Protective mouth guards are highly recommended for all competitors.
No-gi Attire:
Board shorts/fight shorts that are above the knee (with no pockets or with pockets entirely stitched shut) or tights are required lower body attire (gi pants are not allowed). No buttons, zippers, drawstrings or anything that could scratch opponent allowed. Upper body must be covered by rash guard (tight fitting compression shirt). Athletes must wear undergarments: The use of thong-type undergarments is not permitted; only brief-type undergarments may be worn (immediate disqualification will occur if it is discovered that competitor is not wearing proper undergarments during a match). Tank tops, t-shirts, wrestling shoes, metal knee braces, and groin protector cups are not allowed. Protective mouth guards are highly recommended for all competitors.
Blood Stoppage
Two minutes will be allowed for a cut to stop bleeding. Medical staff can stop a fight immediately if the injury is determined to be too serious.
Referees & Commands
The referee can stop or restart a match at any time if he or she considers it necessary for safety reasons. The referee’s decision is final and non-negotiable.
The referee will call you to the mat. Wait at edge of mat until directed by referee.
You may only talk to the referee for Medical or Uniform issue; such as my pants are
coming off, or I am bleeding.
The referee will use four main Portuguese commands that each competitor needs to know:
- COMBATE (com-ba-tchee)
This is the start/restart of match. - PAROU (pa-row)
This means stop. When referee gives this command, athletes should hold their
position and maintain all grips until directed by the referee to move. Failure to
comply may result in a penalty. - LUTE (lu-tchee)
This means that one or both athletes have been called for stalling and are being given a penalty. Referee will point at you or touch your shoulder if you cannot see the referee. DO NOT STOP the match when you hear this word. It is simply a notification that you have been given a penalty for a stalling. - FALTA (fal-tah)
This means an athlete has been called for a penalty for doing something illegal that does not warrant a disqualification. Referee will point at you or touch your shoulder if you cannot see the referee. DO NOT STOP the match when you hear this word. It is simply a notification that you have been given a penalty for a rule infraction.
Scoring System
Sub League runs in a pool format — competitors will face every athlete in their pool. There are no points awarded within a match. Scores are awarded based on the outcome of a match.
Scores awarded after REGULATION matches are as follows:
- 3 for a win (submission)
- 1 for a draw (1 goes to each competitor)
- 0 (zero) for a loss
At the end of the competition, the “per match average scores” are tallied for each competitor. An athlete must compete in more than 50 percent of their matches for a Per Match Average (PMA) to be calculated and count for placement in a division.
Division Tie-breakers
In the case of a division tie, when two or more athletes’ per match averages tie for first place, the “tied” athletes may compete in additional “tie-breaker” matches. During the tie-breaker matches, if no submission is acheived, the referee(s) will decide the outcome of the match (no longer recognizing draws). The referee(s) decision is based on the competitors’ legitimate submission attempts, positional dominance, and overall match control.
Scores awarded after TIE-BREAKER matches are as follows:
- 5 for a win (by submission)
- 3 for a win (by referee’s decision)
- 0 (zero) for a loss
Sub League reserves the right to either tie-break, or not tie-break, second and third place ties.
Scoring of No-Contest (NC) Due to Injury
A No-Contest (NC) is recorded when an athlete is physically unable to continue competition. If an athlete is in a pool of 5 competitors, is supposed to compete in 4 matches for the day, wins his first 2 matches, but gets injured to the point where he can’t compete in his last 2 matches, he is disqualified from placing. His day’s performance will be calculated as follows:
- Match 1: 3 Points
- Match 2: 3 Points
- Match 3: NC
- Match 4: NC
- PMA: 0 (zero)
Same situation, but the athlete wins his first 3 matches, then is injured to the point where he can’t compete in his last match, his day’s performance will be calculated as follows:
- Match 1: 3 Points
- Match 2: 3 Points
- Match 3: 3 Points
- Match 4: NC
- PMA: 9/3=3 Points
Note that if an athlete must discontinue a match due to an unintentional, non-negligent injury incurred during said match, that match is scored as a loss (zero) and counts towards his or her Per Match Average.
Scoring of Forfeitures and Disqualifications
If an athlete chooses not to compete, that is not considered a No-Contest (NC). That is a forfeit and is recorded as a zero (0). If an athlete is disqualified during a match (i.e. for committing foul(s)), they also receive a zero (0). For example, the athlete wins his first 3 matches, then either chooses not to compete in his last match or is disqualified during his last match, his day’s performance will be calculated as follows:
- Match 1: 3 Points
- Match 2: 3 Points
- Match 3: 3 Points
- Match 4: 0 Points
- PMA: 9/4=2.25 Points
Competitor & Team Prizes
Competitor Medals
All first, second and third place finishers receive custom die-cast gold, silver and bronze medals at the Qualifier tournaments. Additionally, all youth and junior competitors placing fourth and above receive participation medals.
Team Competition
Each season, Sub League awards trophies to the first, second and third place teams (associations). Team champions are decided based on each association’s cumulative performance over the whole season. Athletes will earn team points for their association under the following system:
- 1 point for each submission earned (excluding submissions earned in tie-breaker rounds)
- 2 points per athlete earning a 2nd place finish in his or her division
- 3 points per athlete earning a 1st place win in his or her division
Competitors are responsible for registering under the correct association name. Similar but different association names will be considered two different teams. For instructions on updating your association name, see the Questions and Answers section below.
Common Questions & Answers
How can I make corrections to my registration information (i.e. weight class, belt level, etc.)?
Registered competitors can update their information online up until 8 p.m. on Monday before the tournament by following these instructions:
- If you haven’t already, claim your RegFox account, and/or log into your account at https://subleague.account.webconnex.com/.
- Select Registrations.
- Select the event, then click Edit for the registrant you want to make changes for.
- Note: The Edit feature will only be available until 8 p.m. on Monday before the tournament. After that time, you can only view your registration.
When are weigh-ins?
Weigh-ins will take place in the bullpen just prior to competing. Competitors should allow time to check in and warm up before their scheduled bullpen time. We recommend arriving at least one hour before bullpen time.
Do I have to wear my gi or no-gi uniform/clothing when weighing-in?
Yes. Gi division weights take into account your gi. The gi (in its entirety) needs to be worn during weigh-ins. Same with no-gi attire.
Do I have to weigh-in twice if I’m doing Gi and No-gi?
Yes. Again, please check the tournament schedule to know what time you need to report to the bullpen.
If I don’t make weight, can I just go up to the next division?
No. Competitors will have only one opportunity to make weight. If you do not make weight, you will be disqualified. Disqualification is non-refundable. It is the athlete’s responsibility to make the weight that they reported on their registration. If in doubt, shoot high and play it safe.
What if there are no other competitors in my division?
Sub League reserves the right to subdivide or combine divisions, weight classes, or age classes to provide matches to participants. If you are the only competitor in your division when pools are formed, Sub League will attempt to combine you with the closest division based on size and skill. Masters 1 (30+) and Masters 2 (40+) divisions with only one competitor will be combined with either Adult division or closest Masters division (based on size and skill).
Note: The division you choose when registering for a Sub League event are where you will be ranked overall with Sub League at that event. If Sub League moves you to a different division (in the case where there are no other competitors your same skill, weight, and/or age), you will still be ranked in the original division you registered in (assuming you meet the required criteria for the original division such as weight, belt rank and age).
Do I need to accompany my child to the tournament?
All competitors under age 18 must be accompanied at the tournament by a parent, guardian, or authorized coach. Furthermore, all participants under 18 years of age must be registered by their parent or guardian; their parent/guardian is responsible for completing the competitor release and waiver of liability at the time of registration.
Does Sub League watch for sandbaggers?
Yes. However, it is impossible for us to track all competitors. We rely on the inherent honesty and integrity of the Northwest’s Jiu Jitsu competitors, coaches, parents and teams to register athletes in the correct divisions. If you notice a competitor has registered in the wrong division (i.e. white belt when they are a blue belt), we ask that you bring this to our attention before the event.