Submission-only -- no points or judges' decisions. Ties go to an EBI-style overtime with one offense/defense period per competitor.

How long are matches?

Adult matches run 5 minutes (6 for Absolute divisions), kids run 3 minutes.

What's the bracket format?

Regular divisions run round-robin for multiple matches per competitor; Absolute divisions are single elimination.

Are there techniques that are banned?

Yes -- jumping guard, slams, and scissor takedowns are prohibited in every division.

Through Flow Sub Only's Smoothcomp registration page.

Flow Sub Only FSO Open 9, Rockland ME 2026 | Let's Roll

FSO Open 9 Fall Open

Organized by Flow Sub Only

Submission-only rules take over Rockland, Maine on October 25, 2026 for the FSO Open 9 Fall Open. Flow Sub Only runs the no-gi event for competitors of all skill levels, with matches decided by tap rather than points.

Sunday, October 25, 2026Rockland, ME$75 entry0 registered

Gi & No-Gi

Event Description

Flow Sub Only bills itself as Maine's top submission-only grappling promotion, and the FSO Open 9 Fall Open runs its signature no-points format: matches end by tap or, failing that, an EBI-style overtime period rather than a judges' decision. Regular kids and adult divisions run round-robin so everyone gets multiple matches, while Absolute divisions switch to single elimination. This edition takes place October 25, 2026, in Rockland, ME, open to kids through adults across all experience levels, no-gi only. Adult matches run 5 minutes (6 for Absolute), kids 3 minutes, with a single 1-2 minute overtime period if no one finishes. Registration is through Flow Sub Only's Smoothcomp event page, linked on Let's Roll.

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Divisions

Kids

Adult

Absolute

Registration deadline: October 20, 2026

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Frequently asked questions

When and where is the FSO Open 9 Fall Open?: October 25, 2026, in Rockland, ME.
What's the ruleset?: Submission-only -- no points or judges' decisions. Ties go to an EBI-style overtime with one offense/defense period per competitor.
How long are matches?: Adult matches run 5 minutes (6 for Absolute divisions), kids run 3 minutes.
What's the bracket format?: Regular divisions run round-robin for multiple matches per competitor; Absolute divisions are single elimination.
Are there techniques that are banned?: Yes -- jumping guard, slams, and scissor takedowns are prohibited in every division.
How do I register?: Through Flow Sub Only's Smoothcomp registration page.

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