You can't build tomorrow's champions on yesterday's training!
High ranks in judo may be recognized by large areas of emptiness surrounded by a belt--bought and paid for.
In regard to classical judo, I am the world champion iconoclast.
When interviewing the coach of a judo club, ask him how many champions he has produced. Development of champions is directly related to the coach's ability to impart correct training and techniques.
The least competent are always the highest rank of black belt.
The more patches on a judo person's uniform, the easier they are to beat.
The only way you coast is downhill.
Classical judo is novacaine for the brain.