| A little guy could probably do it against a larger guy when we are talking within reason. I wouldn't expect your son to do it against someone like Triangle (I only bring you up because you have stated that you are a bigger guy in the 'rolling against big guys' thread) or any full grown adult. Also, obviously, bringing someone to the ground does not always end the fight.
The other problem with the technique is if your opponent is quick. I have crazy feet which are pretty decent at getting under me. So, if someone tried to do that too slow on me, odds are I would still be standing.
HOWEVER, I do believe that this technique has an important moral behind it: if something doesn't work, don't stop! Instead, transfer into something different. Here, the punch doesn't work so he immediately steps behind and brings his arm around to try to do a sweep. When fighting there should always be a reversal in the back of your mind. This is why people have often compared ground games to chess matches as they very often are one by the person who stays in control longest instead of the person who reacts fastest and gets in a good solid shot. |