by The Coach
A. Check opponents gaffs for flats (sharp as a razor, usually on the right leg).
B. Check opponents weight and band number to make sure you are meeting the right cock, especially on your money fight.
C. Bill cock on the side you choose. Get there early before derby starts and check pit for the hard, high side. Check drag pit for best side out of drafts and on good ground. Get to the drag first.
D. Position yourself as close as the referee will allow so you will be able to get to your cock quickly when handle is called.
E. Use the count. You should ask for it only when you deserve it.
F. If your cock is ahead, count each time you hit a blow that may hang, so you can come right back, not allowing his cock to rest. If his cock is on his back, don't count, let your cock continue to hit. Let him stay on the cold ground and out of your opponents hands. If your cock does not continue to hit, ask for the count so your cock won't loseinterest in the fight.
G. Always hold your cock above his opponent looking at him and turn away only when you want your cock to rest.
H. Don't ever give up on your cock or your ability to out-handle your opponent. If you don't know the rules, read and study them (you can read them HERE ) and use them to your advantage.
I. Don't argue with the referee, let the crowd do that.
J. Have your friend watch your opponent, he may take a piece of gum or cough drop out of his pocket, call it to the attention of the referee before he spits in his cock's mouth. Wtach for the sponge trick. They will put some Black Leaf 40 on a sponge and rub it on their cock and your cock may quit.