I noticed every time Tait used Mission control or Newyork he was safe and doing well but he forgot to go to the overhook from there as Eddie suggests.
That was one fight where I was yelling at the tv pull guard your winning there also when Tait took his back I was waiting for the twister bannana split or calve crank.
I only saw him pull rubberguard once in the fight and didn't really notice New York. Regardless, you are right--he was untouched when in that position (strike wise). It is an excellent defensive position. If only he had been able to trap the arm, he might still be on the show!
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I heard that Eddie is working on book number two, and it's even better. Go out and support your local BJJ guys and fighters. The more you support them, then the more they will make good books like this. It has really helped my half guard game, and dollar for dollar the best jiu-jitsu book that I have.
Tait did an excellent job working toward various submissions...
...BUT, as a 'friday-morning quarterback' the one key thing for him was the ability to take his time to set up the various moves. It seemed like he tucked the arm to 'hip-up' for the triangle a couple of times, but it seemed like he was trying to rush to get them or rush into something period.
It's always easier to critique with replay, rewind, record, etc...